Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026: Apply for 4 Posts

📅 Posted: 30/05/2026 📝 Updated: 06/06/2026

Total Vacancy4

Salary₹16,420–44,650 (Scale of Pay, varies by Society) [Approx. ₹24k–36k/Month]

LocationKerala

Last Date30/06/2026

Short Information: The Cooperative Service Examination Board (CSEB), Kerala has released Advertisement No. 21/2026 inviting applications for the post of Data Entry Operator in four cooperative societies across the state. This is a direct recruitment where the online written exam is conducted by CSEB and interviews are held by the respective cooperative institution.

The salary scales vary by society: Chottanikkara Service Cooperative Bank and Mannil Service Cooperative Bank offer ₹17,360–44,650, Kanjirappuzha Co-operative Urban Credit Society offers ₹16,890–43,660, and Pattambi Sevana Sahakara Bank offers ₹16,420–42,670. These are stable, structured pay scales in the Kerala cooperative sector with regular increments.

To be eligible, candidates must hold a Degree from a recognized university, possess a Data Entry Course certificate from a Kerala/Central Government-recognized institution, and have at least 1 year of work experience as a Data Entry Operator in a recognized institution.

Age limit is 18 to 40 years as on 01/01/2026, with relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC/EWS (3 years), PwD with 40%+ disability (5 years), and Widows (5 years). Applications must be submitted online via www.cseb.kerala.gov.in on or before 30 June 2026. Candidates must complete One-Time Registration on the portal before applying.

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Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	30/05/2026
Application Begin	30/05/2026
Last Date to Apply	30/06/2026
Exam Date	To be notified

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

Gen / OBC / EWS (1st Society)	₹150 + 18% GST
Gen / OBC / EWS (Each Additional Society)	₹50 + 18% GST
SC / ST (1st Society)	₹50 + 18% GST
SC / ST (Each Additional Society)	₹50 + 18% GST

Payment: Online

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026: Apply for 4 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 18–40 Years (as on 01/01/2026)

(SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC / EWS / Other Backward Classes: 3 Years, PwD (40% or more disability): 5 Years, Widows: 5 Years)

Post Name	Total Posts	Eligibility
Data Entry Operator (General)	4	Degree from recognized university + DEO Course Certificate (Govt. recognized) + 1 year work experience as Data Entry Operator.
Total Vacancy	4

Recruitment Table: Society-Wise Vacancy & Salary Details

S. No.	Society Name	District	Posts	Category	Scale of Pay
1	Chottanikkara Service Cooperative Bank Ltd. R276	Thrissur	1	General	₹17,360–44,650
2	Pattambi Sevana Sahakara Bank Ltd. F.1563	Palakkad	1	General	₹16,420–42,670
3	Kanjirappuzha Co-operative Urban Credit Society P1172	Palakkad	1	General	₹16,890–43,660
4	Mannil Service Cooperative Bank F 1518	Kannur	1	General	₹17,360–44,650
Total			4
Note:All posts are under General (UR) category. Appointing authority is the respective Cooperative Society/Bank.

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Degree from any recognized university.
Certificate of Data Entry Course from a Kerala/Central Government recognized institution.
Minimum 1 year of work experience as Data Entry Operator in a recognized institution.
All qualifications must be obtained before the last date of application (30/06/2026).
Applicants must complete One-Time Registration on the CSEB portal (www.cseb.kerala.gov.in) before submitting the application.

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
DEO – Chottanikkara Service Cooperative Bank (Thrissur)	₹17,360–44,650 (Scale of Pay)
DEO – Pattambi Sevana Sahakara Bank (Palakkad)	₹16,420–42,670 (Scale of Pay)
DEO – Kanjirappuzha Co-operative Urban Credit Society (Palakkad)	₹16,890–43,660 (Scale of Pay)
DEO – Mannil Service Cooperative Bank (Kannur)	₹17,360–44,650 (Scale of Pay)

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

Online Written Examination (conducted by CSEB Kerala)
Interview (conducted by the respective Cooperative Society/Bank)
Merit List preparation by CSEB based on written exam + interview scores

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Exam Overview

Mode: Online Examination conducted by CSEB Kerala.
Total Questions: 100 MCQ (1 mark each) — Total: 100 Marks.
Interview: Maximum 20 marks per society. Minimum 4 marks mandatory to qualify.
Combined Cutoff: Minimum 16 marks (Written + Interview) required for merit list.
Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification.
Candidates can apply to more than one society; separate interview for each society.

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026How to Apply

Visit the official CSEB Kerala website: www.cseb.kerala.gov.in
Complete One-Time Registration if not already done.
Log in and update your profile in the 'My Profile' section.
Click on 'Apply Online' for Advertisement No. 21/2026 (Data Entry Operator).
Select the society/societies you wish to apply for.
Pay the required examination fee online (including 18% GST) as per your category.
Submit the application and take a printout from the 'My Application' section.
Applications sent by post will NOT be accepted.

Recruitment Note: About Cooperative Service Examination Board (CSEB), Kerala

The Cooperative Service Examination Board (CSEB), Kerala is a statutory recruitment body under the Kerala Co-operative Societies Act, headquartered at Jawahar Cooperative Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram. It conducts centralized online examinations for posts across Kerala's vast cooperative sector — covering banking, credit, agriculture, and employee welfare societies. CSEB ensures merit-based, transparent selection while the actual appointment authority remains with each cooperative institution. Kerala's cooperative sector is among the most active in India, with thousands of registered societies employing professionals across clerical, technical, and managerial grades. CSEB's standardized exam process ensures that qualified candidates are fairly evaluated across all participating institutions.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary

Data Entry Operators appointed through CSEB in Kerala cooperative societies receive a structured pay scale with annual increments. Benefits typically include Provident Fund contributions, Gratuity on completion of service, earned leave, medical leave, and maternity/paternity leave as per Kerala cooperative service regulations. Employees may also be eligible for cooperative welfare fund benefits and festival allowances as applicable to the respective society. The role offers regular government-adjacent job security as a direct appointment under a registered cooperative institution, with potential for internal promotions over time.

Kerala CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. 21/2026	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

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🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	Kerala CSEB
Post Name	Data Entry Operator
Total Vacancy	4
Salary	₹16,420–44,650 (Scale of Pay, varies by Society) [Approx. ₹24k–36k/Month]
Job Location	Kerala
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	30/06/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

This notification covers 4 different cooperative societies — you can apply to multiple societies, but fees increase with each additional application: ₹150 for the first society + ₹50 per additional (General/OBC), ₹50 for first + ₹50 per additional (SC/ST), with 18% GST added on the total. Before paying, confirm which societies match your preferred district — Thrissur, Palakkad (2 societies), and Kannur are the four locations. In the interview round, scoring less than 4 marks out of 20 leads to automatic disqualification regardless of your written exam score. Prepare specifically for cooperative-sector interview questions covering your DEO experience and data accuracy practices, as interviewers are from the cooperative institution itself.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Data Entry Operator in Kerala Cooperative Society? ▼

Ans: The salary varies by society. Chottanikkara Service Cooperative Bank and Mannil Service Cooperative Bank offer ₹17,360–44,650, Kanjirappuzha Co-operative Urban Credit Society offers ₹16,890–43,660, and Pattambi Sevana Sahakara Bank offers ₹16,420–42,670. After applicable DA and cooperative sector allowances, the estimated in-hand salary ranges from approximately ₹24,000 to ₹36,000 per month depending on the posting society.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for CSEB DEO Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the online application for CSEB Advertisement No. 21/2026 (Data Entry Operator) is 30 June 2026. Applications must be submitted through www.cseb.kerala.gov.in. Applications sent by post will not be accepted. Candidates must first complete One-Time Registration on the portal before applying.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the CSEB Data Entry Operator exam? ▼

Ans: No negative marking has been mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment. The written exam consists of 100 MCQ questions worth 1 mark each. However, in the interview round, a minimum score of 4 marks out of 20 is compulsory — candidates scoring below this threshold are disqualified regardless of their written exam performance.

Q.4 What is the age limit for CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 01/01/2026. Age relaxation is: SC/ST — 5 years; OBC/EWS and other backward classes — 3 years; PwD candidates with 40% or more disability — 5 years; Widows — 5 years of additional relaxation over the upper age limit.

Q.5 How to download the CSEB Data Entry Operator Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: The official notification (Advt No. 21/2026) can be downloaded from the CSEB Kerala official website at www.cseb.kerala.gov.in. Go to the Notifications or Advertisements section, look for Advertisement 21/2026 (Data Entry Operator), and download the PDF directly. Read the full notification carefully before submitting your application.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for CSEB Data Entry Operator post? ▼

Ans: Candidates must hold three qualifications together: (1) a Degree from any recognized university, (2) a Data Entry Course certificate from a Kerala or Central Government-recognized institution, and (3) at least 1 year of work experience as a Data Entry Operator in a recognized institution. All qualifications must be obtained before the application closing date of 30/06/2026.

Q.7 What is the selection process for CSEB Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: Selection is two-stage: first, an online written examination of 100 MCQ questions (100 marks) conducted by CSEB Kerala; then an interview (max 20 marks) held by the respective cooperative society. A minimum of 4 marks in the interview is mandatory to qualify. The final merit list is prepared by CSEB based on the combined score, with a minimum 16 marks required for selection consideration.

Q.8 Can I apply to more than one society in CSEB Advt 21/2026? ▼

Ans: Yes, candidates are allowed to apply to more than one cooperative society under the same advertisement. The fee for General/OBC candidates is ₹150 for the first society and ₹50 for each additional society. SC/ST candidates pay ₹50 for the first and ₹50 for each additional. All fees attract 18% GST as per the Government order dated 13/08/2024. A separate interview will be held for each society applied to.