Kerala PSC Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026

The Kerala PSC Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026 has been officially scheduled as part of the Degree Level Preliminary Examination, conducted in multiple phases due to the large number of applicants. Candidates preparing for this highly competitive post should be aware of the complete exam schedule, pattern, and important instructions.

Preliminary Exam Schedule 2026

• Preliminary Phase 1: May 2, 2026 (Saturday)

• Preliminary Phase 2: May 16, 2026 (Saturday)

• Preliminary Phase 3: June 6,2026

• Exam Time: 1:30 PM to 3:05 PM

• Main Examination: Expected to take place between August and October 2026.

👉 Candidates preparing for this exam can also refer to the Kerala PSC Degree Level Prelims 2026 page for a broader understanding of the common preliminary structure.

📝 Main Examination Date (Expected)

The Main Examination for the Excise Inspector post is expected to be conducted between:

👉 August to October 2026

For complete updates, candidates should regularly check the Kerala PSC Excise Inspector Notification 2026 page.

Applicant Statistics

The Excise Inspector post remains one of the top choices for graduates, resulting in a very high number of applications.

Category No	Post Name	Recruitment Type	No. of Applicants
187/2025	Excise Inspector (Trainee)	Direct Recruitment	2,48,572
188/2025	Excise Inspector (Trainee)	By Transfer	592

Candidate Checklist & Instructions

• Admission Tickets: Available for download from your PSC Thulasi profile starting April 18, 2026 (for Phase 1) ,May 2, 2026 (for Phase 2) and May 23 (for third phase)

• Confirmation: Only candidates who completed the mandatory confirmation between February 27 and March 18, 2026, will be issued hall tickets.

• Exam Center: You will be assigned a center in the district associated with your communication address in your profile.

• Pattern: 100 Objective Questions (OMR/Online). The duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes.

• Language: Parts 1 and 2 (GK, Current Affairs, etc.) are available in English and Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada. Part 4 is specifically for the mother tongue.

  👉 For subject-wise topics, visit the Kerala PSC Excise Inspector Syllabus 2026 page.

Preparation Tips

Effective preparation is crucial for cracking the Excise Inspector exam. Here are some tips to help you:

• Understand the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly.

• Allocate time wisely to cover all sections.

• Practice mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.

• Stay updated on current affairs and laws related to the excise department.

• Focus on physical fitness to clear the PET.

👉 Read more:
Kerala PSC Degree Level Preparation Tips 2026

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