Updated on: 05 Mar 2026
As per the Kerala PSC examination calendar released in January 2026, the exam was initially expected to be conducted between May and July 2026. However, the Commission has now officially confirmed that the Degree Level Prelims Exam will be held on May 2, 2026. This fixed date replaces the earlier tentative window and provides candidates with absolute clarity regarding the timeline, enabling them to streamline their preparation in a more focused and confident manner.
The Degree Level Preliminary Exam is a common screening test for multiple graduate-level posts such as Secretariat Assistant, University Assistant, Sub Inspector of Police, Excise Inspector, Junior Employment Officer, and several other Group B and Group C positions under Kerala PSC. Qualifying this exam is mandatory to progress to the respective mains examinations.
Degree Level Preliminary Examination: May 2,2026 (Confirmed)
Date of confirmation : February 27-March 18
Hall Ticket Date : April 18
Result Declaration: Usually within 2–3 months after the exam
Degree Level Mains Examination: August-October (Confirmed)
The Degree Level Preliminary Examination conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission is officially scheduled for May 2, 2026. This confirmed exam date gives candidates a clear and fixed target, allowing them to structure their final phase of preparation effectively.
The confirmation period from February 27 to March 18, 2026 was a mandatory step for candidates who applied for the Degree Level Preliminary Examination.
Only candidates who submitted exam confirmation within this period are eligible to appear for the exam.
Kerala PSC follows a strict confirmation system to manage exam attendance. Candidates who fail to confirm their exam within the given time will not be allowed to attend the examination.
The Kerala PSC Degree Prelims Hall Ticket 2026 will be available from April 18, 2026 through the candidate's PSC profile login.
Candidates should download and print their admission ticket well before the exam date.
Important instructions for candidates:
Download the hall ticket from the Kerala PSC profile
Verify details such as exam centre, reporting time, and personal information
Carry the printed hall ticket to the examination centre
Bring a valid photo ID card for verification
Entry to the exam hall will not be allowed without these documents.
The Kerala PSC Degree Level Preliminary Exam 2026 exam date has officially been announced. Candidates who have confirmed their exam should now focus on their final stage preparation as there are only 60 days remaining for the exam.
This is a crucial period for aspirants preparing for various degree-level posts under Kerala PSC. Proper revision, mock tests, and consistent practice are essential to improve your score and secure a place in the main exam list.
In the video below, we explain:
📅 Latest Degree Prelims exam date update
⏳ How to utilize the remaining 60 days effectively
📚 Important topics to focus on for the exam
📊 Smart revision and mock test strategy
Watch the video to understand the preparation plan and boost your chances of success.
👉 Tip: Practice daily mock tests and previous question papers through the Challenger App to strengthen your preparation during these last 60 days.
Make the best use of this preparation window with the Challenger App, Kerala’s leading platform for PSC aspirants.
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By starting early and practicing consistently on the Challenger App, candidates can ensure high accuracy and confidence when the Degree Level Prelims 2026 arrive.
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