Kerala PSC Degree Mains Exam Date 2026 Announced – Check Post-wise Exam Schedule

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has announced the Degree Level Mains Examination 2026 schedule, providing important updates for candidates who appeared for the Degree Level Preliminary Examination. Unlike the common preliminary examination, the Mains examinations will be conducted separately for different posts during October and November 2026. Candidates who qualify in the Degree Level Preliminary Short List should carefully check the examination date applicable to their post and regularly follow their Kerala PSC profile for further updates.

Kerala PSC Degree Mains Exam Date 2026

The Kerala PSC Degree Level Mains examinations will be conducted on different dates depending on the post. The first examination is scheduled for 14 October 2026 for posts under Universities in Kerala. The complete post-wise schedule announced so far is given below.

Examination	Exam Date	Day
Main Examination for Universities in Kerala	14 October 2026	Wednesday
SBCID / Company Board Assistant Main Examination	28 October 2026	Wednesday
Assistant Jailor Grade I / Superintendent Sub Jail / Supervisor Main Examination	11 November 2026	Wednesday
Excise Inspector (Trainee) – Direct & By Transfer	17 November 2026	Tuesday

The University-related Main Examination on 14 October 2026 will be conducted through the Online/OMR mode, and confirmation is not required. Candidates should check the official Kerala PSC notification and their profile for post-specific instructions.

Kerala PSC Degree Mains – Post-wise Schedule

The Degree Level Preliminary Examination is used as a common screening examination for several degree-level posts. After the preliminary stage, candidates who qualify are considered for post-specific Mains examinations. Therefore, the Mains examination date may vary depending on the post and recruitment category.

University Assistant – Degree Mains

The University Assistant is one of the major degree-level posts covered under Kerala PSC recruitment. The Main Examination for posts under Universities in Kerala is scheduled for 14 October 2026 (Wednesday). Candidates shortlisted through the Degree Level Preliminary Examination should use the available preparation time for revision, previous question practice and mock examinations based on the prescribed syllabus.

SBCID / Company Board Assistant – Mains Examination

The SBCID / Company Board Assistant Main Examination is scheduled for 28 October 2026 (Wednesday). This category includes Assistant posts associated with organisations such as KSRTC and other company boards covered under the recruitment. Candidates included in the relevant shortlist should verify the exact post and examination instructions through their Kerala PSC profile.

Assistant Jailor Grade I / Superintendent Sub Jail / Supervisor – Mains Examination

The Main Examination for Assistant Jailor Grade I, Superintendent Sub Jail and Supervisor is scheduled for 11 November 2026 (Wednesday). The examination has been rescheduled from September. Candidates preparing for these posts should follow the revised date and check Kerala PSC updates for further examination instructions.

Excise Inspector (Trainee) – Mains Examination

The Excise Inspector (Trainee) Main Examination for Direct Recruitment and By Transfer is scheduled for 17 November 2026. This examination has also been rescheduled from September. Candidates shortlisted for the post should prepare according to the prescribed syllabus and regularly check their Kerala PSC profile for admission ticket and other updates.

Other Important Kerala PSC Examination Dates

Apart from the Degree Level Mains examinations, Kerala PSC has scheduled several other important examinations during September and October 2026.

Post / Examination	Exam Date	Day
Assistant Jailer	14 September 2026	Monday
Village Field Assistant (10th Level Mains) – Thiruvananthapuram, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Malappuram & Wayanad	19 September 2026	Saturday
Degree Level Main Examination – Universities in Kerala	14 October 2026	Wednesday
Village Field Assistant – Remaining Districts	21 October 2026	Wednesday
SBCID / Company Board Assistant Main Examination	28 October 2026	Wednesday
Assistant Jailor Grade I / Superintendent Sub Jail / Supervisor	11 November 2026	Wednesday
Excise Inspector (Trainee) – Direct & By Transfer	17 November 2026	Tuesday

Candidates should note that the Degree Level Mains examinations are conducted according to individual post and recruitment schedules. Therefore, candidates should not assume that all degree-level posts will have their Mains examination on the same date. It is important to verify the examination date applicable to the particular post through the official Kerala PSC profile and notifications.

Candidates who are waiting for the Degree Level Preliminary Short List should continue their preparation without delay. Regular revision, previous question practice and mock tests can help candidates prepare effectively for the post-specific Mains examinations once the shortlist is published.

Preparation Tips for Degree Mains Candidates

With the Mains examination date officially confirmed, shortlisted candidates should utilise the remaining preparation time effectively. Concentrate on revising the complete Mains syllabus, solving previous years' question papers, attending mock tests, improving time management, and strengthening weaker subject areas. Regular revision and consistent practice will significantly improve your chances of securing a high rank.

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Final Note

The Kerala PSC Degree Level Main Examination 2026, expected between August and October 2026, will be the defining phase in the recruitment process. Since exact dates are released post-prelims, candidates are strongly advised to regularly monitor official Kerala PSC notifications, revise core subjects, and practice mains-oriented questions to stay exam-ready.