One of the major attractions of a government job is job security and financial stability. Among the various government posts, Lower Division Clerk (LDC) is one of the most applied-for positions by aspiring candidates. This article provides a detailed overview of the LDC post, including insights into the previous LDC exam, expected timeline for the next notification, and the syllabus to help candidates begin their preparation effectively.

Importance of the LDC Post

The LDC post is a great opportunity for candidates who have completed their 10th standard (SSLC). It offers a decent starting salary along with other benefits. Candidates who begin their career as an LDC can steadily progress through promotions to higher-ranking positions. With time and departmental opportunities, they can move to senior roles such as Senior Clerk, Head Clerk, Junior Superintendent, Senior Superintendent, Administrative Assistant, and even Administrative Officer. Notably, the Senior Superintendent post is a gazetted position.

Eligibility

The educational qualification for the Kerala LDC 2024 exam was SSLC (10th standard) or its equivalent. Though there was speculation about raising the eligibility to Plus Two, the 2024 exam still accepted SSLC as the qualification. Final confirmation about eligibility will be known only when the next notification is released.

Age Limit

• General candidates: 18 to 36 years
  (Born between 02.01.1987 and 01.01.2005)

• SC/ST candidates: Age relaxation up to 41 years

• OBC candidates: Age relaxation up to 39 years

• Persons with disabilities: Eligible for additional age relaxation

Salary

As per the latest LDC notification, the basic pay scale is ₹26,500 – ₹60,700. Including Dearness Allowance (DA) and other benefits, the initial monthly salary is around ₹31,000.

Promotion Scope

An individual who secures an LDC position has opportunities to move up the ladder to higher roles. Depending on the department and number of retiring employees, promotions can lead to roles such as:

• Senior Clerk

• Head Clerk

• Junior Superintendent

• Senior Superintendent (Gazetted Post)

• Administrative Assistant

• Administrative Officer

Those with higher qualifications may also receive faster promotional benefits.

Last Notification details 

• The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) released the notification for the Lower Division Clerk (LDC) 2024 recruitment on 30th November 2023(Category No. 503/2023), with the application period running until 3rd January 2024. The exam was held on 26 July 2024, others report it as 27 July 2024. 

• The volume of applicants is estimated to be in the several lakhs, following the usual trend of Kerala PSC exams. District-level shortlist data gives insight into the competition—Thrissur had 1,864 candidates, Kozhikode had 1,667, and Malappuram shortlisted 1,900 candidates.

• Each district has a separate rank list comprising a main list, supplementary list, and differently abled category. For instance, it shows 344 candidates in the main list, 364 in the supplementary, and 20 from the differently abled category. Cut-off marks varied across districts, ranging from 57 in Kannur to 69.33 in Kozhikode. After the written exam, candidates underwent document verification, and district-wise ranked lists will publish soon on the official Kerala PSC website. 

Next notification?

The rank list for the current Kerala PSC LDC exam is expected to be published soon, and once released, it will remain valid for three years—until 2028. Based on this timeline, the next LDC notification is likely to be issued by mid-2026. This provides a valuable window of opportunity for aspiring candidates to begin their preparation early. With focused and consistent study, candidates can increase their chances of securing a stable and respected government position through the upcoming LDC recruitment.

Last LDC Cut off

Understanding the previous year's district-wise cut-off marks in the LDC exam is crucial for setting realistic goals and planning effective preparation. It gives candidates a clear idea of the competition level in their preferred district and helps them gauge how many marks they should aim for. Analyzing past cut-offs also highlights trends and patterns, allowing aspirants to adjust their study strategies accordingly and increase their chances of clearing the exam with a good rank. To know previous year LDC cut off CLICK HERE

Syllabus

Understanding the syllabus is crucial for effective exam preparation. On January 1, 2024, Kerala PSC officially released the LDC 2024 syllabus. It outlines the topics and marks distribution in detail. Now we can use this syllabus for our early preparation. Candidates can download the syllabus and identify high-priority topics to focus their preparation.To know and download LDC Syllabus CLICK HERE

Importance of Early preparation

Starting early preparation for the LDC exam offers a significant advantage in today’s competitive environment. With more time at hand, candidates can thoroughly understand the syllabus, focus on weak areas, and practice extensively through mock tests and previous year question papers. Early preparation also reduces last-minute stress and allows for a well-structured study plan that includes regular revisions. This consistent and gradual approach not only strengthens subject knowledge but also builds the confidence needed to perform well in the exam and secure a high rank.

Exam Preparation with challenger app

To prepare efficiently for the LDC exam, candidates should first create a structured LDC study plan. This should include consistent learning and revision. One of the best mobile applications for this purpose is the Challenger App, which offers:

• Video classes by top Kerala teachers

• Study plans

• Previous year question papers

• Daily mock tests (100 marks each)

Over 1 million students use the app, and many have successfully secured jobs through it.