Driver Gr.II (HDV) (Ex-servicemen only) (III NCA-ST) Recruitment 2026 (Cat No 125/2026) — NCC/Sainik Welfare, Kerala PSC
Notification overview
| Organization | Kerala Public Service Commission |
| Department | NCC/Sainik Welfare |
| Post name | Driver Gr.II (HDV) (Ex-servicemen only) (III NCA-ST) |
| Category number | 125/2026 |
| Scope | District-wise |
| Reserved for | ST |
| Vacancies | See official notification |
| Selection method | Direct Recruitment (From Ex-servicemen candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribe reservation community only). Applications submitted by candidates belonging to the community other than those notified wi |
| Application mode | Online via Thulasi portal — no application fee |
| Last date to apply | 2 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
Eligibility
Qualification
(i) Literacy in Malayalam, Tamil or Kannada. (ii) Must possess Motor Driving License with endorsement for driving Heavy Duty Vehicles and Motor Cycle and three years experience in driving heavy vehicles either Military or Civil. (G.O(P) No. 443 dated 15.11.1966). Note: 1) Driving Licence issued after 16.01.1979 must have endorsement both for Heavy Goods and Heavy Passenger Vehicles and applications with only one endorsement will be summarily rejected (Vide amendment No. 47/78 to the Motor Vehicles Act). 2) Proficiency in driving Heavy Duty Vehicles will have to be proved through a practical test including 'T' Test and Road Test conducted by P.S.C. Those who pass 'T' Test will alone be permitted for Road Test. 3) Rule 10 (a)(ii) of Part II of KS & SSR is applicable. 4) In addition to the
Age limit
21–48 years. Candidates must be born between 2 January 1978 and 1 January 2005 (both dates included).
Salary
Scale of pay: ₹ 25,100-57,900/ 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. 125/2026.
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 Driver Gr.II (HDV) (Ex-servicemen only) (III NCA-ST) (Cat No 125/2026)?
Applications close on 2 September 2026 at 11:59 PM on the Thulasi portal.
What is the salary of Driver Gr.II (HDV) (Ex-servicemen only) (III NCA-ST) in NCC/Sainik Welfare?
The scale of pay is ₹ 25,100-57,900/ per month.
Who is eligible to apply?
21–48 years. Candidates must be born between 2 January 1978 and 1 January 2005 (both dates included). (i) Literacy in Malayalam, Tamil or Kannada. (ii) Must possess Motor Driving License with endorsement for driving Heavy Duty Vehicles and Motor Cycle and three years experience in driving heavy vehicles either Military or Civil. (G.O(P) No. 443 dated 15.11.1966). Note: 1) Driving Licence issued after 16.01.1979 must have endorsement both for Heavy Goods and Heavy Passenger Vehicles and applications with only one endorsement will be summarily rejected (Vide amendment No. 47/78 to the Motor Vehicles Act). 2) Proficiency in driving Heavy Duty Vehicles will have to be proved through a practical test including 'T' Test and Road Test conducted by P.S.C. Those who pass 'T' Test will alone be permitted for Road Test. 3) Rule 10 (a)(ii) of Part II of KS & SSR is applicable. 4) 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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