National Health Mission, Kerala has opened a fresh state-level recruitment for 49 contractual posts across finance, data entry, laboratory services, information technology, public health, programme management and specialist health roles. The current career notification appears on the official Arogyakeralam state-level recruitment page in the 30 October 2026 cycle, and online applications must be submitted by 7 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. The recruitment covers 38 different designations, with larger groups including 7 Data Entry Operator posts, 4 Lab Technician posts, 2 Junior Consultant Monitoring & Evaluation posts and 2 District Accounts Manager posts. Other vacancies include State Accounts Manager, State Accountant, Assistant Programmer, Microbiologist, epidemiology roles, consultants, medical/public-health specialists and support positions. Qualification is post-specific and ranges from Matric/Plus Two plus technical skills to graduation, professional qualifications, engineering, MBA, MSW, MPH, MBBS, M.Sc., CA/CMA and other notified degrees. The maximum age is 40 years for the advertised contract posts, calculated as on 23 October 2026. Consolidated monthly pay ranges from ₹16,250 to ₹78,000. Selection is based on qualification, experience and interview, with skill demonstration possible where required.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Health Mission, Kerala |
| Reference No. | NHM/3943/2026-SAM I/419251/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Contractual |
| Total Vacancies | 49 |
| Total Designations | 38 |
| Last Date | 7 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40 years as on 23 October 2026 |
| Salary Range | ₹16,250–₹78,000 per month |
| Application Fee | ₹250 |
| Application Mode | Online + scanned documents by email |
| Selection | Qualification, experience and interview |
| Posting | Anywhere in Kerala as decided by NHM |
Major Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator | 7 | ₹16,250 |
| Lab Technician | 4 | ₹17,000 |
| Junior Consultant Monitoring & Evaluation | 2 | ₹30,000 |
| District Accounts Manager | 2 | ₹42,000 |
| State Accounts Manager | 1 | ₹48,000 |
| State Accountant | 1 | ₹36,000 |
| Urban Health Finance Manager | 1 | ₹48,000 |
| State Finance cum Logistics Officer | 1 | ₹48,000 |
| Budget and Finance Officer | 1 | ₹36,000 |
| Microbiologist – IRL | 1 | ₹78,000 for MD route / ₹30,000 non-medical route |
| Assistant Programme Officer / Epidemiologist (TB) | 1 | ₹78,000 |
| Senior Medical Officer – DR-TB | 1 | ₹50,000 |
| Assistant Programmer (IT) | 1 | ₹30,000 |
| Head (Social Development) | 1 | ₹48,000 |
| Other notified finance, IT, communication and public-health posts | 24 | Post-specific |
| Total | 49 |
Eligibility / Educational Qualification
Qualification is post-specific. The notification includes routes such as:
- Matric / Plus Two with prescribed technical skill for selected support roles
- Graduation with DCA / computer skill for Data Entry Operator
- Plus Two with Medical Laboratory Technology qualification for Lab Technician
- B.Com / M.Com / MBA / CA / CMA for finance and accounts posts
- B.E./B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc. for IT and engineering roles
- MSW / MPH / public-health qualifications for programme and consultant roles
- MBBS / MD and related medical qualifications for notified medical posts
- M.Sc. in Statistics, Entomology, Microbiology, Zoology and related disciplines for specialist posts
Candidates should verify the exact qualification and experience for the selected designation in the official PDF.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 40 years as on 23 October 2026 for the advertised posts.
Salary / Remuneration
The notified consolidated salary varies by post from ₹16,250 to ₹78,000 per month.
Application Fee
The examination fee is ₹250.
Payment is to be made to the bank account specified in the notification, and the receipt/counterfoil or payment screenshot must be attached to the online application. Demand Draft is not accepted.
Contract Tenure
Selected candidates are initially appointed on contract for three months.
NHM Kerala may extend the contract based on performance, integrity and programme requirements.
Selection Process
Selection is based on:
- Qualification
- Relevant experience
- Performance in interview
- Skill demonstration, where NHM requires it for a particular post
No TA/DA is payable for interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Current career posting | 30 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 7 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Interview | To be communicated by email |
How to Apply for NHM Kerala Recruitment 2026
- Open the NHM Kerala State-Level Recruitment page.
- Locate the current notification for the 38 post groups under SPMSU Trivandrum.
- Read the official 17-page career notification.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check only as an initial aid and verify the exact qualification and experience for your selected post.
- Pay the ₹250 fee using the bank details printed in the official notification.
- Complete the official online application through the Apply Online link on the Arogyakeralam page.
- Scan the payment receipt, qualification certificates and experience certificates as one PDF.
- Email that single PDF to arogyakeralamrecruitments@gmail.com.
- Complete the online application by 7 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Do not send a physical copy to the NHM State Office.
Use the Government Job Document Checklist before submitting the form.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep ready:
- Fee payment receipt / counterfoil / payment screenshot
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Experience certificates
- Recent photograph and signature, if required by the portal
- Category / identity documents where applicable
- Supporting registration or professional qualification documents for medical/technical posts
- One clearly scanned PDF containing the documents requested by NHM
Important Instructions
- Applications submitted through any route other than the official Arogyakeralam online process will not be considered.
- Candidates should be willing to work in any district of Kerala.
- English and Malayalam writing skills and computer proficiency are required under the general conditions.
- Posts are temporary and create no claim for permanent appointment.
- All interview communication is through email.
- Incomplete applications are not considered for shortlisting.
- Recruitment numbers may increase or decrease according to programme requirements.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| NHM Kerala State-Level Recruitment | Official recruitment page and Apply Online |
| Official Career Notification PDF | Detailed eligibility, pay and conditions |
| NHM Kerala Official Website | Organisation website |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available in NHM Kerala Recruitment 2026?
There are 49 contractual vacancies across 38 designations.
What is the last date to apply?
Online applications close on 7 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 40 years as on 23 October 2026.
What is the salary range?
Consolidated monthly salary ranges from ₹16,250 to ₹78,000 depending on the post.
Which posts have the largest vacancy count?
Data Entry Operator has 7 vacancies and Lab Technician has 4 vacancies.
What is the application fee?
The examination fee is ₹250.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is based on qualification, experience and interview. NHM may also require a skill demonstration for selected posts.
Is a physical copy required?
No. The notification states that the physical copy need not be sent to the NHM State Office. The online form and emailed scanned PDF are required.