KPSC Security Officer Universities NCA Recruitment 2026: 1 Post
📅 Posted: 30/05/2026 📝 Updated: 31/05/2026
Total Vacancy1
Salary₹55,200 – ₹1,15,300 [Approx. ₹80,000-₹90,000/Month Gross]
LocationKerala
Last Date01/07/2026
Short Information: The Kerala Public Service Commission has issued a Second NCA (Non-Communal Advancement) Notification for 1 vacancy of Security Officer in Universities in Kerala — exclusively for candidates belonging to the Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava (E/T/B) community. This is the second NCA notification because the vacancy earmarked for E/T/B community remained unfilled in the previous Ranked List No. 385/2024 (Cat.No. 646/2021). The pay scale is ₹55,200 – ₹1,15,300 per month, approximately ₹80,000 to ₹90,000 gross monthly. The qualification requirement is unique: a Degree in any subject plus the candidate must be an Ex-Serviceman who retired at the rank of Captain or equivalent (Captain in Army, or equivalent cadre in Navy or Air Force). Differently Abled candidates are NOT eligible. Age limit is 18 to 50 years (born between 02 January 1976 and 01 January 2008). Applications from non-E/T/B community candidates will be summarily rejected. Last date: 01 July 2026. Category No. 38/2026.
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KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released (Gazette Date) | 30/05/2026 |
| Application Begin | 30/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01/07/2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026 2026Application Fee
| All Candidates (E/T/B Community Only Eligible) | ₹0 |
Payment: No Fee Required
KPSC Security Officer Universities NCA Recruitment 2026: 1 PostVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 18-50 Years (Born between 02/01/1976 and 01/01/2008)
(Standard KPSC relaxations as applicable, Note: Differently Abled candidates NOT eligible for this post)
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Security Officer | 1 |
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| Total Vacancy | 1 | |
| Note: Second NCA Notification. Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava community only. Non-ETB applications will be rejected. DA candidates not eligible. | ||
Recruitment Table: Community-wise Vacancy (Category No. 38/2026 — NCA)
| Community | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Ezhava / Thiyya / Billava | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Note:Second NCA Notification issued as per Ranked List No. 385/2024/SSIV dated 03.04.2024 (Cat.No.646/2021). | |
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Must belong to Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava (E/T/B) community of Kerala State.
- A Degree in any subject from a recognised University.
- Must be an Ex-Serviceman who has retired from the rank of Captain or equivalent in Navy or Air Force.
- Age: 18–50 years. Born between 02/01/1976 and 01/01/2008.
- Differently Abled candidates are NOT eligible.
- Applications from non-E/T/B candidates will be summarily rejected without communication.
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Security Officer | ₹55,200 – ₹1,15,300 (Approx. ₹80,000-₹90,000/Month Gross) |
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026Selection Process Steps
- OMR / Written Examination (if conducted)
- Certificate Verification (Degree + Ex-Service discharge certificate + Community certificate)
- Medical Examination
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Expected Exam Overview (Based on KPSC Pattern for Security Officer Level Posts)
- Mode: OMR / Written Examination.
- Syllabus Level: Degree level — Security management, general knowledge, and administrative topics.
- Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification.
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Medium: English / Malayalam.
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
Expected syllabus for Security Officer post based on KPSC pattern for administrative-security level posts.
📚 Security Management
- Campus security protocols
- Crowd management
- Emergency response procedures
- Physical security systems
📚 General Administration
- Office administration
- Report writing
- Correspondence management
📚 General Knowledge
- Current affairs
- Kerala higher education system
- Indian Constitution basics
- Defence and paramilitary systems
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026How to Apply
- Only Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava community ex-serviceman candidates (retired as Captain rank or equivalent) are eligible.
- Visit www.keralapsc.gov.in and register/log in under OTR.
- Click 'Apply Now' for Category No. 38/2026.
- Upload community certificate (E/T/B), degree certificate, and discharge certificate showing Captain rank.
- Upload recent photograph with name and date at bottom.
- Submit application (no fee). Keep printout.
Recruitment Note: About Universities in Kerala
Kerala has 16 universities including the University of Kerala (Thiruvananthapuram, est. 1937), Mahatma Gandhi University (Kottayam, est. 1983), Calicut University (Malappuram, est. 1968), Kannur University, and several professional universities for medicine, engineering, law, and fisheries. Together, they affiliate thousands of colleges and enrol millions of students. Each university has its own Security Department responsible for campus safety, asset protection, examination security, and event management. The Security Officer post is a gazetted administrative-security position reporting to the Registrar of the respective university, managing the security workforce and systems of the institution.
Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Security Officer
A Security Officer in a Kerala University is responsible for overall campus security management. Duties include planning and implementing security arrangements for university premises, examinations, and events; supervising security guards and personnel; coordinating with police for law and order situations; managing visitor entry systems; investigating security incidents; advising on CCTV and access control systems; preparing duty rosters; and liaising with the Registrar on security policy matters. Ex-Servicemen with Captain-level rank bring disciplinary training, leadership experience, and crisis management skills highly valued in university security roles.
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary
University Security Officers in Kerala receive: Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA or campus accommodation, LTC, Provident Fund, Gratuity, NPS coverage, medical reimbursement, Earned and Casual Leave, Medical Leave, children's education allowance, festival advance, and group insurance. Probation period is two years on duty within a continuous three-year period. Ex-servicemen's prior defence service may be counted for certain seniority and pension calculation purposes as per applicable rules.
KPSC Security Officer Universities 2026Important Official Links
| Apply Online Application Window: 30/05/2026 to 01/07/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification Category No. 38/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  KPSC |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Security Officer |
| Total Vacancy | 1 |
| Salary | ₹55,200 – ₹1,15,300 [Approx. ₹80,000-₹90,000/Month Gross] |
| Job Location | Kerala |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 01/07/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
This is a very niche post with a dual community + ex-serviceman filter. First verify: (1) you hold a valid community certificate for Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava community, AND (2) your retirement papers clearly show Captain rank (or equivalent Navy/Air Force rank). The rank equivalence for Navy/Air Force should be explicitly documented — KPSC will check this against service records. Also: this is a Second NCA notification, meaning even after the first NCA notification (Category No. 402/2024), no qualified E/T/B candidate was found. Competition may be very thin, but ensure all documents are airtight. The probation period includes departmental tests that must be passed for probation declaration — check what tests are applicable for Security Officer posts in Kerala University Service.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 Who is eligible for KPSC Security Officer NCA recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: Only candidates belonging to the Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava (E/T/B) community of Kerala who are ex-servicemen retired at the rank of Captain (Army) or equivalent in Navy/Air Force, and hold a degree in any subject. Differently Abled and non-E/T/B candidates are not eligible.
Q.2 What is the in-hand salary for Security Officer in Kerala Universities? ▼
Ans: Pay scale is ₹55,200 – ₹1,15,300. With DA (~50%), HRA, and allowances, gross monthly salary is approximately ₹80,000 to ₹90,000 per month.
Q.3 What is the last date to apply? ▼
Ans: Last date is 01 July 2026 (Wednesday) by 12:00 midnight through the KPSC OTR portal at www.keralapsc.gov.in.
Q.4 Is there negative marking? ▼
Ans: No negative marking mentioned in the official notification for Category No. 38/2026.
Q.5 Why is this a Second NCA Notification? ▼
Ans: The original vacancy for E/T/B community from Ranked List No. 385/2024 (Cat.No.646/2021) remained unfilled. A First NCA Notification was issued (Category No. 402/2024, October 2024) but again no qualified E/T/B candidate was available, prompting this Second NCA Notification.
Q.6 What rank of ex-serviceman is required? ▼
Ans: The candidate must have retired from the rank of Captain in the Indian Army, or from an equivalent cadre rank in the Indian Navy or Air Force. The discharge certificate must clearly reflect this rank.
Q.7 What is the selection process? ▼
Ans: Written/OMR examination followed by certificate verification. Community certificate (E/T/B), degree certificate, and Army/Navy/Air Force discharge certificate reflecting Captain rank must be produced. Probation period is 2 years on duty within continuous 3 years, with departmental tests to be cleared.