The 10th preliminary exam is an important opportunity for candidates who have completed 10th class education and are looking for government job opportunities in Kerala. The minimum qualification for this is to have passed 10th class. 10th Prelims is the first stage exam for selection for various posts that those who have studied up to 10th class can apply for.

The qualification and other details for writing this exam are included in this article. The most important thing while preparing for an exam is to understand its syllabus properly. In this article, the complete syllabus of the 10th Prelims exam, exam date, hall ticket date, how to study, basic elements of the exam etc.are available.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard (SSLC) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.

2. Age Limit: The minimum age is generally 18 years, and the maximum age varies between 36 and 39 years depending on the post and category. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.

3. Nationality: The candidate must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of Kerala.

Posts Under10th prelims

This year's 10th level preliminary examination is being conducted for those who have applied for the following 5 posts. The first phase of the examination is on December 28. The posts and their category numbers are given below.

Sl. No	NAME OF POST	CATEGORY NUMBER
1	Store Keeper (KEPCO)	134/2023
2	Store Keeper (KSFDC)	259/2023
3	Office Attendant (Kerala Government Secretariat, Kerala Public Service Commission, State Audit Department, Kerala Legislative Secretariat,Advocate General Department)	587/2023
4	Assistant Time Keeper (Printing Department)	446/2023
5	Laboratory Assistant (Higher Secondary Education)	447/2023

Exam date

The Kerala PSC conducts 10 th prelims exams in four multiple phases to manage large volumes of candidates. The first phase of 2024year 10th Prelims exam date is December 28. The confirmation for the exam was from September 22 to October 11. The Kerala PSC 10th prelims second and third phase exams conducted in the month of January 2025. The second phase exam was held on January 11. The third phase exam was conducted 2025 January 25. The date of the final phase, the fourth phase exam, Was on February 8.We can expect the same date pattern for the 2025 10th Prelims exam date.

Hall Ticket Date

Hall Tickets for December 28 Exam Now Available
Candidates appearing for the 10th prelims Exam 2025 can download their hall tickets 15 days before the exam. The Kerala PSC ensures that hall tickets are issued well in advance, allowing candidates sufficient time to download and prepare for their exams. It’s important to note that the download hall ticket for the exam comes only 15 days before the scheduled date. Therefore, candidates are advised to regularly check their profiles for updates.

What to Do If Your Hall Ticket Is Not Available
If you do not see your hall ticket after logging into your profile, don’t panic. This usually indicates that your exam is scheduled for a subsequent phase. The Kerala PSC conducts exams in four multiple phases to manage large volumes of candidates. Stay alert for updates and ensure your profile information is complete and accurate to avoid any delays in receiving future notifications.

10th Level Mains Exam

Candidates who clear the preliminary examination will advance to separate main exams designed specifically for each position. Kerala PSC typically releases the cut-off marks only after the completion of the preliminary examination

Once the 10th prelims examination is completed, Kerala PSC will publish the official cut-off marks and update the rank list. We will update you the rank list pdf and cut off marks of each stages here. You can join our WhatsApp Channel to get latest update of psc.

10th Prelims 2025 Syllabus PDF

A clear grasp of the syllabus allows you to channel your efforts in the right direction, making your preparation more efficient. With a structured approach and dedicated practice, you can confidently work towards your target. Knowing what to study and how much time to allocate to each topic is essential for staying on track and achieving success in your exam.Click here to get 10th all details about the 10th level prelims syllabus and to download the PDF file.