Salary & Benefits

Selected candidates will receive a monthly pay scale of ₹16,580 – ₹55,005, plus allowances such as dearness allowance, house rent allowance and other benefits as per government rules.

Important Dates

• Notification Released: 15 October 2025

• Online Application Start: 15 October 2025

• Last Date to Apply: 19 November 2025

• (Applications must be submitted through the official Kerala PSC Thulasi portal.)

Additionally, the examination date for this notification is scheduled for 28 February 2026 with the admit card release approximately on 13 February 2026, as per the Kerala PSC exam calendar. 

Eligibility Criteria

👨‍💼 Society Category Requirement:

• Applicants must be regular employees of a member society affiliated to the KSCARD Bank.

• A minimum of 3 years’ regular service in any cadre within an affiliated member society is mandatory.

• Candidates must be in active service both at the time of application and at the time of appointment to the post. 

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a recognized university:

• Graduation with Junior Diploma in Co-operation (JDC) or Higher Diploma in Co-operation (HDC)

• B.Com with Co-operation

• B.Sc (Co-operation & Banking) from Kerala Agricultural University or equivalent

Age Limit:

• 18–50 years (Only candidates born between 02.01.1975 and 01.01.2007, both dates inclusive, are eligible).

• Reservation & Relaxation: Usual government rules apply for SC/ST/OBC/PH categories subject to certificates and physical & functionality proofs as required.

Selection Process

• The selection involves a competitive examination conducted by the Kerala PSC that tests candidates’ knowledge in relevant subjects.

• Based on performance, a Ranked List will be prepared, valid for a minimum of 1 year and up to 3 years from the date of publication.

If enough eligible candidates from the Society Category are not available, vacant slots can be filled from the General Category list; such passed-over vacancies won’t be subsequently replenished.

 The Assistant Part II (Society Category) recruitment (Category No. 381/2025) offers a meaningful chance for dedicated employees from cooperative societies to grow their careers within the KSCARD Bank framework. With disciplined preparation and careful adherence to the eligibility criteria, eligible aspirants can maximize their success in this competitive process.

Overview of the Vacancy

• Post: Assistant (Part I – General Category)

• Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment

• Category No.: 380/2025

• Department: Kerala State Co-operative Agricultural and Rural Development Bank Ltd. (KSCARD Bank Ltd.)

• Vacancies: Anticipated statewide vacancies (apportioned 1:1 between General Category and Society Category; first vacancy reserved for General Category) 

Selection Process

• The selection will be based on a competitive examination conducted by Kerala PSC.

• After the exam, a ranked list will be published that remains valid for at least one year and up to three years or until a new list is published.

• Candidates are advised in order of merit and category reservation when vacancies are reported to the Commission. 

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in routine clerical and administrative work

• Maintaining files, registers, and official records

• Supporting correspondence and data entry activities

• Assisting supervisory officers in office functions

• Ensuring compliance with institutional procedures

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed in the official notification, including:

• Belonging to the Viswakarma community (NCA reservation)

• Required educational qualifications as notified

• Age limits and other conditions as per recruitment rules

Selection Process

The selection for Assistant Part II (Society Category) – NCA Viswakarma (372/2025) will be carried out as per the prescribed recruitment procedure and may include:

• Written / OMR / online examination (as applicable)

• Preparation of rank list under NCA norms

• Verification of community and eligibility documents

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must apply through the prescribed online application process within the timeline mentioned in the official notification. Applications that are incomplete or submitted after the closing date will not be considered.

Important Details

• Post Name: Assistant Part II (Society Category)

• Community Reservation: NCA – Viswakarma

• Notification Number: 372/2025

• Mode of Recruitment: NCA Recruitment

• Application Deadline: As per official notification

This recruitment offers an opportunity for eligible candidates from the Viswakarma community to secure public sector employment under reservation norms and contribute to the efficient functioning of cooperative institutions.