Kerala PSC Police Constable (Band/Bugler/Drummer) Notification 2025 – Apply Online

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Kerala PSC Police Constable (Band/Bugler/Drummer) Notification 2025 – Apply Online

Kerala PSC Police Constable (Band/Bugler/Drummer) Notification 2025 – Apply Online

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has released the Ist NCA Notification (Category No. 486/2025 – 494/2025) for the post of Police Constable (Band/Bugler/Drummer) in the Police (Band Unit) Department. Eligible candidates from specific reserved communities can apply online through the official PSC site.
This post covers the eligibility, age limit, physical standards, vacancies, qualification, and application process in detail.


Important Dates

EventDate
Notification ReleaseAs per PSC PDF
Online Application StartActive Now
Last Date to Apply31 December 2025 (till 12 midnight)
Confirmation WindowAs per PSC exam calendar
Exam DateTo be announced

Vacancy Details (Community-wise)

Category No.CommunityVacancies
486/2025Muslim14
487/2025Ezhava / Billava / Thiyya08
488/2025Scheduled Caste (SC)03
489/2025Scheduled Tribe (ST)03
490/2025Viswakarma03
491/2025Dheevara01
492/2025SC Converted to Christianity01
493/2025Hindu Nadar01
494/2025LC/AI01

Note:
✔ Only candidates from the notified communities are eligible.
✔ PwD & Female candidates cannot apply for this post.


Post Details

ParameterDetails
DepartmentPolice (Band Unit)
Post NamePolice Constable (Band/Bugler/Drummer)
Scale of Pay₹31,100 – ₹66,800
Method of AppointmentDirect Recruitment

Age Limit

For General (Communities mentioned)

18 – 29 years
Born between: 02.01.1996 and 01.01.2007

For SC/ST

18 – 31 years
Born between: 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2007

Relaxations:

  • Ex-servicemen: Up to 41 years
  • Candidates with horse riding experience in Armed Forces/CAPF/NPA/Mounted Police: 5-year relaxation

Educational Qualification

  1. Higher Secondary Examination (Plus Two) passed or equivalent.
  2. Minimum one-year experience in playing Band/Bugle/Drum or allied musical instruments in a State/Central Govt.-registered Band Unit/Firm/Institution.
  3. Must pass a Practical Proficiency Test conducted by Kerala PSC.

Experience Certificate must be submitted in the prescribed format provided in the PDF.


Physical Qualifications

1. Physical Standards

  • Height: Minimum 168 cm
    (SC/ST: 161 cm)
  • Chest: 81 cm (expansion 5 cm)
    (SC/ST: 76 cm + 5 cm expansion)

2. Physical Efficiency Test (Must qualify in 5 out of 8)

EventStandard
100m Run14 sec
High Jump132.20 cm
Long Jump457.20 cm
Shot Put (7.26 kg)609.60 cm
Cricket Ball Throw6096 cm
Rope Climbing365.80 cm
Pull-ups8 times
1500m Run5 min 44 sec

3. Eye Sight (without glasses)

  • Distant: 6/6 (Both eyes)
  • Near: 0.5 (Both eyes)

Candidates must also be free from defects like knock-knee, flat foot, varicose veins, bow legs, defective speech/hearing, etc.


📌 Training & Probation

  • 9 months pre-service training at PTC/Kerala Police Academy.
  • Trainees will receive stipend equal to minimum basic pay.
  • 2 years probation within 3 years after training.

Weightage Marks

  • NCC Certificate:
    • A – 2%
    • B – 3%
    • C – 5%
  • Sports achievements: As per General Conditions
  • Student Police Cadet (SPC): As per latest Government order

Official Notification PDF

Download the official notification PDF (information extracted from this file):
📄 Kerala PSC Notification PDF


Apply Online Link

Candidates must apply via One Time Registration (OTR) on the PSC portal:

🔗 Kerala PSC Official Website:
https://www.keralapsc.gov.in

Once registered, login → Profile → Apply Now for the post.


FAQ – Kerala PSC Police Constable Band Unit Recruitment 2025

1. Who can apply for this post?

Only candidates from the notified communities under Category No. 486–494/2025.

2. Are women eligible?

No, females are not eligible.

3. What is the minimum qualification?

Plus Two (+2) and one-year band/music instrument experience.

4. Is Physical Test compulsory?

✔ Yes, candidates must qualify in 5 out of 8 PET events.

5. Is there any application fee?

❌ No application fee for Kerala PSC.

6. What is the last date to apply?

🗓 31 December 2025


How to Apply – Step-by-Step

  1. Visit: www.keralapsc.gov.in
  2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
  3. Login using User ID & Password
  4. Click Notification → Category No. 486–494/2025
  5. Click Apply Now
  6. Upload photograph (taken within 6 months)
  7. Review all details carefully
  8. Submit application
  9. Save or print application for future use

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