- Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) invites applications for contract-based positions: Public Relations Officer and Executive Engineer (Civil).
- Positions are based in Thiruvananthapuram for the Public Relations Officer and anywhere in Kerala for the Executive Engineer (Civil), with extensive travel requirements.
- Contract period for both posts is initially one year, extendable for the Executive Engineer based on performance.
- Applicants must be Indian citizens and willing to work beyond office hours.
KSR
Active Listing
Public Relations Officer and Executive Engineer (Civil) Contract Positions
Kerala State Road Transport Corporation
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Thiruvananthapuram (Public Relations Officer), Anywhere in Kerala (Executive Engineer (Civil))
Apply Start
24 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
06 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) |
| Job Category | PSU |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Public Relations Officer: ₹45,000 per month (consolidated). - Executive Engineer (Civil): Remuneration as per re-employment basis for retired government service candidates. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 65 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
• Post Name: Public Relations Officer, Qualifications: ['Degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognized university or national institute.', 'Postgraduate Degree/Diploma in Public Relations, Mass Communications, Journalism, Public Relations and Advertising, or Public Relations and Visual Media Communication (recognized by the Government of India or Kerala Government).', 'Proficiency in Malayalam and English for preparing news items, stories, advertisements, press releases, and related materials.'], Experience Required: Experience in print media approved by the RNI list., Age Max: 60, Category Eligibility: All
• Post Name: Executive Engineer (Civil), Qualifications: ['B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification recognized by the University of Kerala.', 'Retired Executive Engineers from PWD/CPWD with experience in major building design and construction.'], Experience Required: Minimum of 10 years experience in the construction of buildings., Age Max: 65, Category Eligibility: All, Additional Notes: Age limit may be relaxed for exceptionally qualified candidates with specialized experience in AutoCAD, Excel, Project Management Software, PRICE Software, e-tendering, and PMC-related works.
• Post Name: Executive Engineer (Civil), Qualifications: ['B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification recognized by the University of Kerala.', 'Retired Executive Engineers from PWD/CPWD with experience in major building design and construction.'], Experience Required: Minimum of 10 years experience in the construction of buildings., Age Max: 65, Category Eligibility: All, Additional Notes: Age limit may be relaxed for exceptionally qualified candidates with specialized experience in AutoCAD, Excel, Project Management Software, PRICE Software, e-tendering, and PMC-related works.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications will be scrutinized based on provided details, and shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- KSRTC/CMD reserves the right to conduct additional selection processes if required.
- Admittance to selection stages is provisional and subject to satisfying all conditions.
- Detailed scrutiny of credentials will be conducted before the interview/appointment. Any discrepancies will result in rejection.
- KSRTC/CMD reserves the right to conduct additional selection processes if required.
- Admittance to selection stages is provisional and subject to satisfying all conditions.
- Detailed scrutiny of credentials will be conducted before the interview/appointment. Any discrepancies will result in rejection.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Passport-size photograph (taken within six months, JPEG format, <200kB).
- Signature (JPEG format, <50kB).
- Copies of certificates proving qualifications and experience (JPEG or PDF format, each <3MB).
- Self-attested copies of all necessary documents to prove identity, age, qualifications, and experience.
- Passport-size photograph (taken within six months, JPEG format, <200kB).
- Signature (JPEG format, <50kB).
- Copies of certificates proving qualifications and experience (JPEG or PDF format, each <3MB).
- Self-attested copies of all necessary documents to prove identity, age, qualifications, and experience.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Public Relations Officer and Executive Engineer (Civil) roles at KSRTC?
There is 1 vacancy each for the Public Relations Officer and Executive Engineer (Civil) positions under KSRTC’s contract recruitment.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to these KSRTC contract positions?
The maximum age limit is 60 years for the Public Relations Officer and 65 years for the Executive Engineer (Civil) as of October 1, 2026.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for KSRTC’s Public Relations Officer and Executive Engineer (Civil) recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is November 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Q.
Where will the selected Public Relations Officer be posted?
The selected Public Relations Officer will be posted in Thiruvananthapuram and will be required to travel extensively throughout Kerala.
Q.
What is the salary for the Public Relations Officer position?
The maximum consolidated pay for the Public Relations Officer is ₹45,000 per month.