TRADESMAN – SMITHY (FORGING AND HEAT TREATING) – DIRECT RECRUITMENT (277/2025)

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced a new recruitment notification for the post of Tradesman – Smithy (Forging and Heat Treating) under Category No. 277/2025. This is a great opportunity for skilled technical candidates who enjoy hands‑on work in metal shaping, forging and heat‑treating processes, and want a stable government job with good pay and career prospects in the Technical Education Department

Job Overview

• Post Name: Tradesman – Smithy (Forging and Heat Treating)

• Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment

• Category No.: 277/2025

• Department: Technical Education (Kerala)

• Exam Date: 08 January 2026 (Thursday)

• Mode of Exam: Online / OMR – 100 marks, 1 hour 30 minutes

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be appointed in the Tradesman pay scale of ₹26,500 – ₹60,700/- per month, along with other government allowances including Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and benefits as per rules.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 30 August 2025

• Last Date to Apply: 03 October 2025

• Exam Date: 08 January 2026 (Thursday)

• Exam Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (Online / OMR)

• Medium: English

Age Limit

• 18 – 36 years for general category candidates

• Relaxations: Provided for SC/ST/OBC and departmental candidates as per government norms

• Exact age criteria should be confirmed from the official KPSC notification during application if needed.

Eligibility Criteria

📘 Educational Qualification

To be eligible, candidates must have:

• Pass in Technical High School Leaving Certificate (THSLC) with specialization in the relevant Smithy trade
  OR

• SSLC / Matriculation pass with one of the following:

• National Trade Certificate in Smithy

• Kerala Government Certificate in Engineering (KGCE) in Smithy

• Vocational Higher Secondary Certificate (VHSE) in Smithy

• Equivalent recognized technical certifications in forging and metal work 

The selection is based on a competitive examination conducted by the Kerala PSC. The test consists of 100 marks and evaluates candidates on trade‑related knowledge and basic technical aptitude relevant to forging and heat treatment.

After the exam, a ranked list will be prepared based on candidates’ performance, and appointments will be made as per merit and category reservations. The ranked list remains valid for a minimum of one year and up to three years from the date of publication.

Exam Syllabus – Key Topics

According to the official detailed syllabus, key topics include:

🛠️ Module‑Wise Syllabus

Module‑1: Safety and Forging Tools (20 marks)

• Workshop safety (PPE, first aid)

• Forging tools like anvil, hammers, chisels

• Measuring and marking tools (callipers, rules)

• Files and fitting shop equipment

Module‑2: Ferrous and Non‑Ferrous Metals (20 marks)

• Types of metals and their physical/mechanical properties

• Pig iron, cast iron, steel — uses and characteristics

• Hot working vs cold working processes

Module‑3: Forging and Furnaces (25 marks)

• Hand forging operations (upsetting, bending, drawing out)

• Use of furnaces in forging

• Heat‑treating fundamentals

Module‑4: Grain Structure and Heat Treatment

• Basics of grain structure in metals

• Processes and purposes of heat treatment

Module‑5: Engineering Drawing, Calculations & Science

• Basic mechanical drawing skills

• Simple calculations relevant to shop work

• Applied physics and materials science concepts

The Tradesman – Smithy (Forging and Heat Treating) – Direct Recruitment (277/2025) notification by KPSC offers a rewarding path for technically skilled candidates who enjoy practical, workshop‑oriented careers. With focused preparation, understanding of the syllabus, and timely application confirmation, eligible aspirants can maximize their chances of success in this competitive recruitment.