The National Health Mission (Arogyakeralam), functioning under the District Health & Family Welfare Society in Thrissur, Kerala, has officially announced a new offline recruitment drive for various healthcare, administrative, and paramedical positions. This recruitment initiative aims to fill operational roles on a temporary contract/daily wage basis across public health infrastructure within the Thrissur district
Eligible and qualified candidates—ranging from holders of basic SSLC certificates to postgraduate medical specialists—are invited to submit their physical applications before the official deadline on 28 October 2026 by 5:00 PM. Below is a thorough breakdown of the recruitment details, position requirements, salary structures, age limits, and the step-by-step offline application procedure.
Arogya Keralam Thrissur Recruitment 2026: Overview
To provide a quick summary for active job seekers, the primary parameters of the Arogyakeralam recruitment drive are highlighted in the table below
| Organization | National Health Mission (Arogyakeralam) / District Health & Family Welfare Society[ |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | NHM/TSR/166/2026 – D4 |
| Job Location | Thrissur, Kerala |
| Nature of Employment | Contract Basis / Temporary / Daily Wage |
| Mode of Application | Offline (Direct Hand Delivery or Registered/Speed Post) |
| Application Start Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 28 October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee required) |
| Selection Process | Scrutiny of Applications, Skill Test / Interview |
Detailed Position Wise Salary & Age Criteria
Compensation structures and maximum age limits vary depending on the technical demands and qualifications required for each job post. The upper age limits are calculated as of 30/09/2026.
| Post Name | Monthly Salary / Compensation | Upper Age Limit (as on 30/09/2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Doctor | ₹78,000 | 62 Years |
| Epidemiologist (IDSP) | ₹55,250 | 62 Years (MBBS) / 40 Years (Others) |
| Dental Specialist | ₹50,500 | 40 Years |
| Medical Officer | ₹50,000 | 62 Years |
| Dental Surgeon | ₹41,000 | 40 Years |
| Clinical Psychologist | ₹36,000 | 40 Years |
| Audiologist / CLMC Coordinator | ₹30,000 | 40 Years |
| Physiotherapist / Data Manager / PRO / Office Secretary / Lady Health Visitor | ₹24,000 | 40 Years (PRO/Secretary/DM), 60 Years (LHV), 57 Years (Govt Retirees) |
| Accountant | ₹21,750 | 40 Years |
| Counselor / MLSP / Staff Nurse (Palliative) / Dietitian | ₹20,500 (+ ₹1,000 travel allowance for MLSP post-training) | 40 Years |
| Pharmacist / Lab Technician / JHI | ₹17,000 | 40 Years |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | ₹16,250 | 40 Years |
| H.A. Grade 2 / Cleaning Staff | ₹450 / Day | 40 Years |
Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements
Candidates must ensure they possess the necessary statutory registrations and post-qualification experience before applying:
- Counselor: Master of Social Work (MSW in Medical & Psychiatry) with a minimum of 1 year of counseling experience.
- Mid Level Service Provider (MLSP): B.Sc Nursing or GNM with 1 year of experience and valid registration under the Kerala Nurses & Midwives Council.
- Staff Nurse (Palliative Care): GNM or B.Sc Nursing, valid registration under the Kerala Nurses & Midwives Council, and completion of the BCCPN course.
- Pharmacist: D.Pharm or B.Pharm from a recognized government institution with mandatory Pharmacy Council registration.
- Lab Technician: DMLT or B.Sc MLT degree along with Paramedical Council registration and at least 2 years of practical experience.
- Physiotherapist: Degree in Physiotherapy (BPT) with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
- Medical Officer / Specialist Doctor: MBBS / MD / MS in relevant specialization with permanent registration under the Kerala State Medical Council (KSMC).
- Dental Surgeon / Dental Specialist: BDS or MDS degree with permanent registration under the Kerala Dental Council and 2 years of relevant experience.
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): Any Bachelor’s Degree, PGDCA/DCA, mandatory Malayalam typing proficiency, and at least 2 years of operational experience.
- Accountant: B.Com with PGDCA, plus 2 or more years of hands-on experience using Tally software.
- H.A. Grade 2 / Cleaning Staff: SSLC pass with not less than 2 years of work experience in hospital environments.
Step-by-Step Offline Application Process
Applications submitted through email or online portals will be automatically rejected. Follow these precise steps to submit your application physical copy properly:
- Verify Eligibility: Cross-check your degree certificates, council registrations, age limits, and experience documents against the official criteria.
- Prepare Bio-data: Draft a structured Curriculum Vitae / Bio-data ensuring active contact details (phone number and email address) are clearly printed.
- Collect Document Copies: Attach self-attested photocopies of certificates showing your date of birth, educational credentials, mandatory council registrations, and experience records.
- Super-scribe the Envelope: On the top of the outer envelope, write: “Application for the post of [Name of Position]”.
- Send/Submit Physical Copies: Deliver the application packet by hand or send it via post to the designated address so that it arrives before 28 October 2026, 5:00 PM:
Arogyakeralam (NHM), 1st Floor,
Old District Hospital Compound,
Swaraj Round East, Thrissur – 680 001, Kerala
Important Direct Links
Access the official notification PDF and government portal directly through the official buttons below:
