KERALANEWS Recruitment Dossier

At Ladcs

Official gazetted recruitment notification for At Ladcs administered by KERALANEWS Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KERALANEWS Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for At Ladcs?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KERALANEWS Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain keralanews.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official KERALANEWS Authority recruitment portal, navigate to the dedicated examination tab, and initiate One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal identification, email ID, and mobile number.

Log in using the newly generated registration credentials, select the active 'At Ladcs' notification, and fill out the detailed application form with accurate educational qualifications, category details, and preferred examination centers.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential academic certificates strictly adhering to the specified dimension, format, and file size guidelines mandated by the portal instructions.

Proceed to the integrated secure payment gateway to complete the non-refundable application fee transaction using net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI, and save the final e-receipt for future verification.

Successfully submitted applications generate a unique application reference number. Candidates must monitor the portal regularly for announcements regarding the issuance, downloading, and printing of the official hall ticket or admit card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for At Ladcs is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening Test	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General English and Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Ability, Logical Reasoning and General Intelligence, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Examination	150 Marks, 120 Minutes	Core Legal Studies and Jurisprudence, Criminal Procedure and Constitutional Law, Administrative Framework and Public Policy, Professional Ethics and Drafting Standards
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Category and Caste Certificate Validation, Identity and Residential Proof Authentication, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Evaluation by Designated Board
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Allotment	Based on Stage 1 and 2 Aggregate	Normalized Score Computation, Category-wise Merit Ranking, Resolution of Tie Cases, Final Cadre Allocation and Joining Formalities

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for At Ladcs under KERALANEWS Authority falls under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix Level 4, corresponding to the pre-revised Pay Band 1 of INR 5200 to 20200 with a Grade Pay of INR 2400. The entry basic pay is established at INR 25500 per month. Based on this basic pay, the current Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated at 53 percent, amounting to INR 13515. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification, estimated at 18 percent for Y-class cities, yielding INR 4590, alongside Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 3600 plus applicable DA thereon. This aggregates to a robust Gross Monthly Salary of approximately INR 49000. After mandatory statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA, and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between INR 43500 and INR 44500 per month, subject to periodic revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In strict compliance with Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums and constitutional mandates, reservations for the At Ladcs recruitment under KERALANEWS Authority are meticulously applied. Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates receive a 5-year upper age relaxation, while Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) candidates are granted a 3-year relaxation. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) benefit from a 10-year age relaxation extending up to 15 years for SC/ST and 13 years for OBC applicants. Vertical reservation of 10 percent is reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) satisfying income and asset criteria. Furthermore, female candidates across all categories and eligible reserved classes are fully exempted from payment of application fees, ensuring equitable and inclusive public employment access.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — At Ladcs

What is the expected qualifying cutoff mark for the computer-based screening test?

The minimum qualifying threshold is typically set at 40 percent for Unreserved and EWS categories, 35 percent for OBC, and 30 percent for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, though final selection depends on overall merit and vacancy count.

Is normalisation of scores applied if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, standard statistical normalisation algorithms prescribed by central testing agencies are utilized to adjust for varying difficulty levels across multiple shifts to ensure absolute fairness in evaluation.

Is there any mandatory service bond required upon final appointment?

Selected candidates are required to execute a statutory service bond committing to a mandatory minimum service period of 3 years with KERALANEWS Authority, failing which a penal compensation amount must be paid.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly appointed candidates?

All successful candidates appointed to the At Ladcs cadre undergo a compulsory probation period of 2 years, during which their performance, conduct, and training progress are continuously monitored before confirmation.

Can candidates from other states apply for this recruitment under unreserved categories?

Yes, Indian citizens from any state or union territory can apply, competing under the Unreserved (UR) merit category, provided they fulfill all stipulated eligibility criteria.

What are the designated posting locations after successful completion of training?

Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere within the operational jurisdiction and regional offices governed by KERALANEWS Authority across the designated state.