Kerala PSC invited applications to recruit the Light Keeper and Signaller in the Port Department. This article explains the number of Light Keeper and Signaller vacancies, exam syllabus, questions from the previous year, etc.
| Notification Number | Name of the Post | Department | Last Date to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| 805/2022 | Light Keeper and Signaller | Port | 01-02-2023 |
| 278/2017 | Light Keeper and Signaller | Port | 20-09-2017 |
It is a district-wise direct recruitment. So, candidates can apply for only one district.
Where to Apply for the Light Keeper and Signaller Vacancies?
To apply for the reported vacancy, log in to the official Kerala PSC website and look for the category number under the districtwise notification. Once found, click the Apply button.
You can visit this link to apply:
The Latest Light Keeper and Signaller Recruitment Notification For the Kerala Port Department
| Name of the Post | Light Keeper and Signaller |
| Monthly Starting Salary of Light Keeper and Signaller | 25,100 – 57,900 Indian Rupees |
| Age Limit to Apply | 19-36 (General Category) |
| Light Keeper and Signaller Exam Date | |
| Number of Reported Vacancies | 1 |
| Light Keeper and Signaller Exam Cut Off Mark | |
| Date of Publishing Rank List |
Who Can Apply For Kerala Port Light Keeper and Signaller Post?
Anyone who satisfies the mentioned minimum requirements can apply for the Kerala PSC notification for the Light Keeper and Signaller Post. Let us check the minimum qualifications to apply for this reported Light Keeper vacancy.
The Age Limit to Apply
The upper age limit to apply for Light Keeper and Signaller vacancy in Kerala for the general category is 36, and the lower age limit is 19 years.
Check the upper-age relaxation for OBC and SC/ST candidates in the table below.
S.NO. CATEGORIES Upper Age Relaxation 1 General Category 0 years 2 OBC 3 years 3 SC/ST 5 years The Minimum Educational Eligibility
The minimum General Educational qualification to apply for the Light Keeper and Signaller post is SSLC standard.
Physical Fitness Requirement
Kerala Port Department accepts candidates with perfect vision only. You can apply for the reported Light Keeper and Signaller vacancies in Kerala Port only if you have the physical fitness standards in the table.
Category Right Eye Left Eye Distant Vision V- 6/6 Snellen V- 6/6 Snellen Near Vision Reads 0.6 Snellen Reads 0.6 Snellen Eyesight is critical in this job. So, Kerala PSC sets the following rules.
Squint or any morbid condition of the eyes or eyelids (eg. Trachoma) shall be deemed to be a disqualification.
Must be certified to possess ability to distinguish Principal Colours.
Salary of a Light Keeper and Signaller in Kerala Port
The scale of Pay for Light Keeper and Signaller in Kerala Port is 25,100 – 57,900 Indian Rupees. Apart from this basic pay, a Light Keeper and Signaller will earn TA, DA, HRA, and other benefits.
The Training and Probation of a Light Keeper and Signaller in the Port Department
Candidates selected as the Light Keeper & Signaller shall undergo the following training (during the probation period).
International code signalling and knowledge of flags(Minimum of 6 weeks)
The duties and work profile of a Light Keeper and Signaller (Minimum of 6 weeks)
Upkeep of 'AGA' Acetylene light at the Government of India Light House Workshop (Minimum of 6 weeks)
Promotion and Transfer of a Light Keeper & Signaller
A Light Keeper & Signaller can apply for transfer only after completing five-year service in the appointed revenue district. You can read the transfer rules from G.O. (MS)No. 4/61/PD dated, 02.01.1961.
Light Keeper & Signaller PSC Exam Syllabus
Kerala PSC conducts SSLC level examination for the post of Light Keeper & Signaller. So, we recommend you start with the SSLC Level exam syllabus.
Sir can a married woman apply for it?
ReplyDeleteYes Revathi, a married woman can apply as long as she possesses the minimum eligibility as per the PSC notification.
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