Kerala PSC Cine Assistant Recruitment 2026

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) is hiring 1 Cine Assistant for the Kerala State Film Development Corporation Ltd. This is a special recruitment reserved for the LC/AI (Latin Catholic / Anglo-Indian) community of Kerala. If you have passed SSLC (10th) and have 2 years of experience in the camera section of a reputed film studio, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 5 August 2026. The pay scale is Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 41,500 per month.

Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) Cine Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Kerala PSC has released notification Category No. 067/2026 for one Cine Assistant post in the Kerala State Film Development Corporation Ltd. This is the Fourth NCA (backlog) notification, issued because a qualified LC/AI candidate was not available in the earlier ranked list. Only candidates belonging to the LC/AI community of Kerala can apply - applications from other communities will be rejected. The ranked list from this notification stays valid until the reserved vacancy is filled.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: SSLC (10th pass) or equivalent.
• Experience: Two years of experience in the camera section of a film studio of repute.
• Community: You must belong to the LC/AI (Latin Catholic / Anglo-Indian) community of Kerala.
• Experience Certificate: You must produce an experience certificate from the film studio, in the format given in the notification, when required by the Commission.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 43 years old as on 1 January 2026 (born between 2 January 1983 and 1 January 2008).
• Age Relaxation: Provisional hands working in the corporation get relaxation up to 5 years equal to their provisional service. In no case will the upper age exceed 50 years.

Salary

• The pay scale is Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 41,500 per month.
• You will also get allowances as per the rules of the corporation.
• A probation period applies as per the Special Rules of the Kerala State Film Development Corporation Ltd.

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for this post.

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting: Applications are screened for eligibility based on the LC/AI community, qualification and experience.
2. Written / OMR / Online Test: If a test is conducted, confirm your attendance through your One Time Registration profile and download the admission ticket in the last 15 days before the test.
3. Certificate Verification: Originals proving qualification, experience, age and community are checked.
4. Ranked List: Kerala PSC publishes a ranked list and advises appointment.

How to Apply

1. Go to keralapsc.gov.in.
2. Complete the One Time Registration and upload a recent photograph.
3. Log in with your User-ID and password.
4. Click 'Apply Now' against the Cine Assistant post (Category No. 067/2026).
5. Add your Aadhaar Card as ID proof and submit.
6. Keep a printout or soft copy for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 5 August 2026 (up to 12 midnight)
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Assist the cameraman in setting up and operating camera equipment
• Handle, clean and maintain cameras, lenses and accessories
• Set up lighting and camera positions for shots
• Load and manage film or digital media during shoots
• Support the camera team on location and in the studio
• Keep camera equipment safe and ready for use