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Kerala PSC recruitment notification for the post of Forest Boat Driver in Forest & Wildlife. Category No: 154/2026. Vacancies: Districtwise (Thrissur, Kozhikkode - Anticipated vacancies). Scale of Pay: ₹ 26,500 - 60700/-. Method of Appointment: Recruitment by Transfer (District wise). Applications must be submitted online on or before 04-11-2026 through Kerala PSC One Time Registration.

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Qualifications

Educational Qualifications: • SSLC or its equivalent examination recognized by Government of India or Government of Kerala. Technical Qualifications: • Valid motor boat driving license issued by competent authority to drive motor boat. • Basic knowledge in motor boat engine mechanism and the ability to carry out minor repairs. • Must be able to swim. Experience Required: Not less than three years as Boat Driver. Physical Standards: Height: Not less than 168 cms (160 cm for SC/ST). Chest: Minimum 81 cms with minimum 5 cms expansion. Vision: Distant Vision 6/6 Snellen, Near Vision 0.5 Snellen for both eyes. Must have perfect hearing, no paralysis, and be free from infectious diseases. Equivalence / KS&SSR Rules: Rule 10(a)(ii) of Part II KS & SSR is applicable. Higher qualifications of the notified and prescribed basic qualifications shall be accepted.

Vacancies

Districtwise (Thrissur, Kozhikkode - Anticipated vacancies)
General conditions from the notification
Recruitment by transfer from among eligible Boat Lascar, Boat Cleaner, and Boat Watcher in the Kerala Forest Department who have completed probation. Women and Differently Abled candidates are not eligible. Quota: 70% Direct Recruitment, 30% By Transfer. Selection on revenue district basis. Candidates must qualify in a practical test for driving/engine repair and a swimming test (50m in 2 mins, 2 mins floating).

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Matched by category number 154/2026. Steps without a date are not announced yet.

  1. Notification published30 Sept 2026(done)
  2. Last date to apply4 Nov 2026(next)
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