Kerala PSC Higher Secondary School Teacher (HSST) Syllabus 2026
### Part I: General Knowledge and Current Affairs (10 Marks) GK and Current Affairs. ### Part II: Simple Arithmetic and Mental Ability (5 Marks) Arithmetic and Reasoning. ### Part III: General English and Regional Language (10 Marks) Grammar and Vocabulary; Regional language. ### Part IV: Core Subject – Computer Science (75 Marks) Computer Fundamentals, OOP Languages, Data Structures, DBMS, Networking, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity & AI.
How to Prepare for Kerala PSC Higher Secondary School Teacher (HSST)
1. Master the Basics: Refer to state school SCERT textbooks for Arithmetic and General Science questions.
2. Attempt Past Papers: Solving previous years' papers gives you an exact idea of repeat question patterns.
3. Calculate Timings: Practice mock exams under a strict 75-minute timer to improve your speed-to-accuracy ratio.
Kerala PSC Higher Secondary School Teacher (HSST) Exam Pattern
Subject Weightage Distribution
General Studies & Current Affairs
40%
English Language & Grammar
20%
Regional Language
20%
Arithmetic & Mental Ability
20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of the exam?
The official time limit is 75 minutes to answer 100 multiple choice questions.
Is there negative marking?
Yes, standard negative marking rules apply for incorrect selections in the official exam.