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Vacancy Details
- Assistant: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Any Degree with Computer Knowledge - Steno-Typist: 3 vacancies
Qualification: SSLC Pass with typewriting (English and Malayalam lower) and shorthand (English and Malayalam lower) plus computer word processing - Office Attendant: 4 vacancies
Qualification: 7th standard pass
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 62 years
Application Fees
- Candidates other than SC/ST: ₹200
- SC/ST: ₹100
Selection Process
- Application scrutiny: A detailed scrutiny of applications and credentials will be conducted before interview or appointment.
- Shortlisting: KSMHA may shortlist candidates for interview based on merit; shortlisting is subject to approval of the Government of Keralam.
- Screening/test (if applicable): Depending on application volume, KSMHA may conduct an independent screening test and skill test or delegate recruitment to a government-approved testing agency.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for interview; candidates will be intimated by email or post about further procedures.
- Final decision and appointment: Final selection/appointment decisions rest with KSMHA and the Government of Keralam and are binding.
How to Apply
- Fill the prescribed application form given on the KSMHA website: https://www.ksmha.org/. The form is also printed with the notice.
- Attach an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), a passport size photograph taken within six months, copies of qualification certificates attested by a Gazetted officer, and copies of experience certificates.
- SC/ST candidates claiming the fee concession must attach a copy of their caste certificate.
- Attach a demand draft for the fee, drawn in favour of the Chief Executive Officer, Keralam State Mental Health Authority, payable at Thiruvananthapuram.
- Seal the envelope securely and write on it: ‘Application for the post of …….. at Mental Health Review Board, ……..’
- Submit the application by hand or post to the Superintendent of the Mental Health Review Board of your choice, clearly stating the post and preferred centre, by 26 November 2026. Submit a separate application and demand draft per post if applying for more than one post.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Date of notification:
- Cut-off date for age:
- Last date for submitting the application:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these posts?
Assistant requires any degree with computer knowledge. Steno-Typist requires SSLC pass plus specified typewriting (English and Malayalam lower) and shorthand (English and Malayalam lower) qualifications with computer word processing. Office Attendant requires 7th standard pass.
How do I apply for the KSMHA contract posts?
Fill the prescribed application form from the KSMHA website, attach CV, recent photograph, attested qualification certificates, and a demand draft for the fee drawn in favour of the Chief Executive Officer, KSMHA, payable at Thiruvananthapuram, then submit by hand or post to the Superintendent of the chosen Mental Health Review Board by 26-11-2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application by hand or post is 26-11-2026.
What is the selection process?
Applications will be scrutinised; KSMHA may shortlist candidates for interview based on merit and may conduct screening tests or skill tests or delegate recruitment to a testing agency. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email or post.
What is the salary or pay scale for the posts?
Pay is consolidated monthly: Rs. 34,180 for Assistant, Rs. 24,590 for Steno-Typist, and Rs. 20,280 for Office Attendant.
