Kerala PSC invites online applications from Dheevara community candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in Pathology in the Medical Education Department. This is a second NCA notification due to the paucity of qualified candidates from the Dheevara community. The last date for submission of applications is 02.12.2026.
Assistant Professor in Pathology (II NCA-Dheevara): key details
| Commission | Kerala Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Exam / post | Assistant Professor in Pathology (II NCA-Dheevara) |
| Advertisement no. | 167/2026 |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay scale | As per UGC norms |
| Application fee | No application fee is required. |
| Type of notice | Notification |
| Date of notice | 1 October 2026 |
Assistant Professor in Pathology (II NCA-Dheevara) important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 02.12.2026 Wednesday up to 12 Midnight |
Posts and vacancies
| Post | Department | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor in Pathology | Dheevara- 1 (One) |
Assistant Professor in Pathology (II NCA-Dheevara) eligibility
MD/DNB in Pathology with one year experience as Senior Resident in a recognized Medical College, or equivalent experience as specified in the notification, and permanent registration with TCMC/Council for Modern Medicine.
Age relaxation: 22-50 years (born between 02.01.1976 and 01.01.2004)
Selection process
Direct Recruitment. If a written/OMR/Online test is conducted, candidates must submit confirmation.
How to apply
- Register via One Time Registration on the official website www.keralapsc.gov.in
- Log in to the profile using User-ID and password
- Click on the 'Apply Now' button for the respective post
- Ensure all profile information is correct before final submission
Documents required
- Photograph (taken within 6 months with name and date printed)
- AADHAAR Card
- Original documents to prove qualification, experience, age, and community
- Gazette Notification (if caste/community differs from SSLC book)
- Non Creamy Layer Certificate/Community Certificate
Important instructions
- Candidates must submit confirmation for the exam through their profile if a written/OMR/Online test is conducted.
- Applications of candidates belonging to communities other than Dheevara will be summarily rejected.
- Candidates must serve for four years in the first ten years of service under Defence Services if required.
- Disciplinary action will be taken for submitting applications with bogus claims.
- Candidates must keep a printout or soft copy of the online application for future reference.
