The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) has released a notification inviting applications for the post of Higher Secondary School Teacher (Junior) in Arabic in the Kerala Higher Secondary Education Department. Qualified candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities of Kerala State are encouraged to apply. Below are the detailed instructions and information related to the recruitment process.
1. Department and Post
- Department: Kerala Higher Secondary Education
- Post: Higher Secondary School Teacher (Junior) Arabic
(Note: Junior post refers to a part-time position.)
2. Vacancy Details
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 13 vacancies (Category No: 440/2024)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 2 vacancies (Category No: 441/2024)
These vacancies are part of the 13th NCA (No Candidate Available) notification due to a lack of qualified candidates in previous recruitment attempts dating back to 2008.
3. Scale of Pay
- ₹ 45,600 – ₹ 95,600/-
4. Method of Appointment
- Direct Recruitment: Reserved exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates.
- Note: If there are no qualified SC candidates, ST candidates will be considered, and vice versa. Separate applications are required for each category.
5. Age Limit
- Eligibility: Candidates born between 02.01.1979 and 01.01.2004 (20-45 years inclusive).
- Relaxation of the age limit is applicable as per the general conditions outlined in the notification.
6. Educational Qualifications
- Essential:
- A Master’s Degree in Arabic with at least 45% marks from a recognized university in Kerala or an equivalent qualification.
- B.Ed in Arabic from a recognized university.
- If no candidates with a B.Ed in Arabic are available, candidates with:
- A B.Ed in the Arabic faculty, or
- A B.Ed in any subject will be considered.
- If no candidates with a B.Ed in Arabic are available, candidates with:
- State Eligibility Test (SET) qualification for Higher Secondary Teachers conducted by the Kerala Government.
- Exemptions from SET:
- Candidates with Ph.D./M.Phil./M.Ed in the relevant subject.
- Candidates who have completed 10 years of teaching experience in high schools.
- Those who have cleared NET/JRF or SLET.
- Additional Considerations:
- Candidates with Ph.D., M.Phil., or Post-Doctoral Fellowships in the relevant field will receive weightage marks during ranking.
7. Application Process
- Candidates must register through the One-Time Registration system available on the Kerala PSC website: www.keralapsc.gov.in.
- Existing users can log in and apply directly by clicking the “Apply Now” button for the respective category.
Important Notes:
- Photograph Upload: Ensure that the photo is recent (within six months) with your name and the date of the photograph printed on it.
- Application Fee: No fee is required.
- Print or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
8. Selection Process
- Candidates may need to attend a Written/OMR/Online Test.
- Admit cards will be available for download 15 days prior to the examination, only for candidates who confirm their participation.
9. Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 01.01.2025 (Wednesday) up to 12:00 midnight.
10. General Instructions
- Candidates are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the details provided during registration and application submission.
- Applications that do not meet the eligibility criteria or include inaccurate information will be rejected.
11. Official Website
For detailed information, visit the official Kerala PSC website: www.keralapsc.gov.in.
Official Notification: noti-440-441-24.pdf
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates belonging to the SC and ST communities in Kerala to secure a prestigious teaching position in the government sector. Ensure you meet all the eligibility criteria and submit your application on time!