Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) Recruitment 2025 (Cat No 539/2025) — Kerala Ports Service (Hydrographic Survey Wing), Kerala PSC
Applications closed
The last date to apply for this notification has passed. Last date to apply: 14 January 2026.
Notification overview
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission |
| Department | Kerala Ports Service (Hydrographic Survey Wing) |
| Post name | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) |
| Category number | 539/2025 |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Selection method | Direct Recruitment |
| Application mode | Online via Thulasi portal — no application fee |
| Last date to apply | 14 January 2026 |
Eligibility
Qualification
B-Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent from a UGC/AICTE recognized University or National Institute established by the Government of India or Institution established by the Government of Kerala OR Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from an Institution recognized by AICTE and 5 year's experience in the construction and maintenance of Sea-going / Inland Vessels GO (Ms) No 3/2025/ F&P dt 04.03.2025 Note: - (a) Rule 10 (a) (ii) of Part II KS&SSR is applicable. (b) In addition to the
Age limit
21–40 years. Candidates must be born between 2 January 1985 and 1 January 2004 (both dates included). Usual age relaxation applies for SC/ST and OBC candidates.
Salary
Scale of pay: ₹ 55,200 – 1,15,300/ per month.
How to apply
Register once on the Kerala PSC Thulasi portal (thulasi.psc.kerala.gov.in) with your photo and ID.
Log in and open Notifications → Category No. 539/2025.
Click Apply Now, verify your details and submit before the last date.
Keep the confirmation page — the admit card arrives on the same portal later.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) (Cat No 539/2025)?
Applications closed on 14 January 2026. This notification is no longer open.
What is the salary of Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) in Kerala Ports Service (Hydrographic Survey Wing)?
The scale of pay is ₹ 55,200 – 1,15,300/ per month.
Who is eligible to apply?
21–40 years. Candidates must be born between 2 January 1985 and 1 January 2004 (both dates included). Usual age relaxation applies for SC/ST and OBC candidates. B-Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent from a UGC/AICTE recognized University or National Institute established by the Government of India or Institution established by the Government of Kerala OR Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from an Institution recognized by AICTE and 5 year's experience in the construction and maintenance of Sea-going / Inland Vessels GO (Ms) No 3/2025/ F&P dt 04.03.2025 Note: - (a) Rule 10 (a) (ii) of Part II KS&SSR is applicable. (b) In addition to the
Is there an application fee?
No — Kerala PSC does not charge any fee to apply through Thulasi.
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