The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has officially published the Rank List for the post of Office Assistant in Kerala Tourism Development Corporation Limited (KTDC), against pay scale Rs. 19,000–43,600/-. This rank list, numbered 492/2026/ROEKM (Category No. 197/2025), was finalized based on the OMR examination conducted on 23-12-2025 and has come into force from 19-06-2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their rank, score, and selection status through the official notification.
This article breaks down everything you need to know about the KTDC Office Assistant Rank List 2026 including the merit list structure, category-wise lists, reservation details, and the official procedures for rechecking or obtaining OMR answer sheets.
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Kerala PSC Office Assistant Rank List 2026 - Key Details
This section gives a quick snapshot of the rank list before diving into category-specific information, helping candidates quickly verify the basic notification details.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Office Assistant |
| Organisation | Kerala Tourism Development Corporation Limited (KTDC) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 19,000 – 43,600/- |
| Rank List Number | 492/2026/ROEKM |
| Category Number | 197/2025 |
| Exam Date | 23-12-2025 |
| Rank List Effective From | 19-06-2026 |
| Total Candidates in Rank List | 107 |
| Issuing Authority | Regional Office, Ernakulam |
How Many Candidates Are Included in the Rank List?
Before checking individual ranks, candidates should understand how the rank list is structured across different categories, since selection numbers vary by list type.
The total rank list comprises 107 candidates, divided as follows:
- Main List: 28 candidates
- Supplementary List: 61 candidates
- Differently Abled Categories List: 18 candidates
The Main List features candidates selected purely on merit and reservation rotation, while the Supplementary List includes community-specific reserved category toppers who did not make it to the Main List.
Top Rankers in the Main List
This section highlights the top-scoring candidates in the Main List, giving an idea of the cut-off marks and merit trend for this recruitment.
The first rank in the Main List was secured by Anjali Sekhar G S with a total score of 83.51, followed by Anandalekshmi Sadasivan (81.10) and Kavya J A (79.72). The 28th and last rank in the Main List closed at a score of 74.23, held by Kalyani B H.
Category-Wise Supplementary Lists
Apart from the Main List, KPSC has published separate supplementary lists for various reserved communities to ensure proportional representation as per reservation rules.
The supplementary lists cover the following categories:
- Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Muslim
- Latin Catholics/Anglo Indian (LC/AI)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Viswakarma
- SIUC Nadar
- Scheduled Caste Converts to Christianity (SCCC)
- Dheevara
- Hindu Nadar
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
Each of these lists ranks candidates separately based on their test scores within that community category, ensuring reserved category candidates are advised according to rotation rules.
Differently Abled Candidates' Rank List (4% Reservation)
KPSC has also released a separate rank list for differently abled candidates, in accordance with the 4% reservation policy for persons with disabilities.
This list is divided into four disability categories:
- Low Vision (DA-LV)
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DA-HI)
- Locomotor Disability including CP, LC, Dw, AAV, MDy (DA-LD/CP)
- ASD(M), ID(M), SLD, MI (40%-70%) and Multiple Disabilities (DA-M)
A total of 18 candidates feature across these four disability categories.
Validity Period of the Rank List
Understanding how long a rank list remains valid helps candidates know their chances of receiving an advice memo for appointment.
As per Note (1) of the official notification, the rank list will remain in force till the publication of a new rank list after a minimum of one year, or until three years, whichever is earlier. Advice for appointment depends entirely on vacancy availability reported to the Commission, and inclusion in the rank list does not guarantee a job offer.
How to Apply for Answer Script Rechecking
Candidates who wish to recheck their OMR answer scripts have a limited window to apply through the proper channel.
- Applications must be submitted only through the One Time Registration (OTR) Profile on the official KPSC website (www.keralapsc.gov.in).
- A fee of Rs. 85/- must be paid via e-payment.
- The rechecking window is 15 days from the date of rank list publication, i.e., on or before 09-07-2026.
- Only one chance for rechecking is allowed per candidate.
- Applications via email, post, or in person will not be considered.
How to Get a Photocopy of the OMR Answer Sheet
Candidates seeking a copy of their OMR answer sheet (Part A & Part B) must follow a specific application process within a fixed timeline.
- Apply online through the OTR Profile on the official website.
- Pay the prescribed fee of Rs. 335/- via e-payment.
- The application window is 15 days from the date of rank list publication, i.e., on or before 09-07-2026.
- A copy will be issued only once per candidate.
- For posts with common examinations, the OMR copy will be issued only after all related rank lists are published.
Community Reservation Codes Used in the Rank List
This section explains the abbreviations used in the "Community" column of the rank list for easier interpretation.
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| E | Ezhava/Thiyya/Billava |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribe |
| M | Muslim/Mappila |
| LC/AI | Latin Catholics/Anglo Indian |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| V | Viswakarma |
| SIUC N | SIUC Nadar |
| SCCC | Scheduled Caste Converts to Christianity |
| D | Dheevara |
| H Nadar | Hindu Nadar |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
Correcting Community Details in the Rank List
If a candidate's community has been incorrectly recorded, there is a defined process to correct it and claim due reservation benefits.
As per Note (4), candidates must inform The Regional Officer, KPSC Regional Office, 4th Floor, Eastern Entry Tower, Ernakulam South Railway Station, Karshaka Road, Kochi – 682016, within one month from the date of publication of the rank list. Failure to report discrepancies in time means the candidate will be advised based on the details already recorded in the rank list.
How to Relinquish a Claim From the Rank List
Candidates who do not wish to be considered for appointment from this rank list can formally withdraw their candidature through a defined process.
- Submit an application in the prescribed format to The Secretary, Kerala Public Service Commission, Head Office, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004.
- The format is available on the official KPSC website.
- The request must be attested by a Gazetted Officer, accompanied by a Notarized Affidavit and a self-attested photo ID proof.
- Requests received within 15 days of rank list publication will be honoured against pending vacancy requisitions.
Destruction of OMR Answer Scripts
Candidates should also be aware of the retention period for their examination answer scripts.
As per Note (6), both Part A and Part B of the OMR answer scripts will be destroyed six months after the finalisation of the rank list, i.e., on 18-12-2026. Candidates intending to request rechecking or photocopies must do so well before this date.
