KSMHA Kerala Recruitment 2026: Assistant, Steno-Typist and Office Attendant Jobs, Salary and How to Apply
The Keralam State Mental Health Authority (KSMHA) has invited applications for 9 contract posts at its Mental Health Review Boards: Assistant, Steno-Typist and Office Attendant. The jobs are in Thiruvananthapuram, Kottayam, Thrissur and Kozhikode, and the pay is Rs. 20,280 to Rs. 34,180 a month. If you want a Kerala government-linked job close to home, read this one carefully. See more Kerala government jobs on our state page.
This is an offline recruitment. There is no online form. You fill the application by hand and send it to the Board of your choice by hand or post. The last date is 26 November 2026, so start your documents now. Every post asks for a different qualification, and the 7th standard pass post is open to many candidates who think government jobs are out of reach. Stay with GovtJobsAlert.in for every update.
Key Highlights of KSMHA Kerala Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Keralam State Mental Health Authority (KSMHA) |
| Advertisement No. | A/1200/2026/SMHA dated 10.11.2026 |
| Posts | Assistant, Steno-Typist, Office Attendant |
| Total Vacancies | 9 |
| Type of Job | Contract, one year for all posts |
| Pay | Rs. 20,280 to Rs. 34,180 a month, consolidated |
| Job Location | Thiruvananthapuram, Kottayam, Thrissur, Kozhikode |
| Mode of Application | Offline, by hand or post |
| Last Date | 26 November 2026 |
The Authority was constituted under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, and these posts support the Mental Health Review Boards set up under the same Act. The notification does not print a grand total. The 9 vacancies here are the sum of the board-wise seats in its table (2 + 3 + 4).
KSMHA Vacancy Details 2026: Post-wise and Board-wise
| Post | Boards with a Vacancy | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant | Thiruvananthapuram 1, Kottayam 1 | 2 |
| Steno-Typist | Thiruvananthapuram 1, Kottayam 1, Kozhikode 1 | 3 |
| Office Attendant | Thiruvananthapuram 1, Kottayam 1, Thrissur 1, Kozhikode 1 | 4 |
Not every Board has every post. Thrissur has only an Office Attendant seat, and Kozhikode has no Assistant seat. Pick a Board that actually lists your post, because you must name both the post and the Board on your application. The notification gives no category-wise reservation split, so there is no seat table by category to check.
What is the Eligibility for KSMHA Kerala Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Assistant | Any degree with computer knowledge |
| Steno-Typist | SSLC pass, plus typewriting and shorthand (see below) |
| Office Attendant | 7th standard pass |
For Steno-Typist you need all of these: SSLC pass, typewriting in English and Malayalam (Lower), KGTE/MGTE, with computer word processing, and shorthand in English and Malayalam (Lower). If your degree for the Assistant post is not one of the notified degrees, you must produce an equivalency certificate from the respective University. A graduate in any stream can apply for Assistant, and an SSLC pass candidate with typing and shorthand can apply for Steno-Typist. The notification does not ask for work experience in any post, but it does ask you to attach experience certificates if you have them, so keep those ready.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All posts | 45 years |
| Steno-Typist: retired State or Central Government employees | 62 years |
Age is counted as on 01 January 2026. The notification states no category-wise age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC or any other group, so do not assume one.
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What is the Salary for KSMHA Posts 2026?
| Post | Consolidated Monthly Pay |
|---|---|
| Assistant | Rs. 34,180 |
| Steno-Typist | Rs. 24,590 |
| Office Attendant | Rs. 20,280 |
These figures follow G.O. (P) No.24/2026/Fin dated 18.02.2026. The pay is consolidated, and the appointment is purely on contract basis for one year. It is not a regular government post, so think of it as a one-year contract with a fixed monthly payment. The notification does not mention any allowance on top, so plan on the consolidated figure alone.
What is the Selection Process for KSMHA Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scrutiny | Detailed scrutiny of applications and credentials before interview or appointment |
| Shortlisting | KSMHA may shortlist candidates for interview based on merit |
| Tests | KSMHA may conduct an independent screening test and a skill test |
| Testing agency | The whole process may be handed to a government-approved testing agency, depending on the number of applications |
Norms of selection are those applicable to contract posts in the Government of Keralam. The decision of the Government and KSMHA is final and binding. Candidates are informed about the next steps by email or post, so write a working email address, mobile number and postal address on the form. KSMHA also reserves the right to fill or not to fill the posts.
What are the Important Dates for KSMHA Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification dated | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to submit the application | 26 November 2026 |
The notification gives no dates for the interview or any test.
What is the Application Fee for KSMHA Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General and others | Rs. 200 per post |
| SC / ST | Rs. 100 per post |
Pay by demand draft in favour of the Chief Executive Officer, Keralam State Mental Health Authority, payable at Thiruvananthapuram. SC/ST candidates claiming the concession must attach a copy of the caste certificate.
Rules That Can Get Your Application Rejected
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| More than one post | Send a separate application form and a separate demand draft for each post |
| Combined or short fee | Multiple applications on one combined draft, or an insufficient fee, are rejected without notice |
| Scrutiny | Any discrepancy found during detailed scrutiny leads to rejection of candidature |
| False information | If anything you give is found false or incorrect at any stage, your candidature or appointment is liable to be cancelled or terminated without notice |
| Canvassing | Any canvassing for favour is treated as offensive, and legal action will be taken |
| Attestation | Copies of qualification certificates must be attested by a Gazetted officer |
How to Apply for KSMHA Kerala Recruitment 2026 Offline?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the notification PDF from Essential Links. The application form is printed in it, and the form is also on the KSMHA website |
| 2 | Fill the form completely and paste a recent passport-size photograph |
| 3 | Attach your updated CV, photograph (taken within six months), attested certificates and experience certificates |
| 4 | Attach the demand draft, and the caste certificate copy if you claim the SC/ST fee |
| 5 | Seal the envelope and write on it: Application for the post of (post name) at Mental Health Review Board (Board name) |
| 6 | Send it by hand or post to the Superintendent of your chosen Board, by the last date, 26 November 2026 |
Fill one form for each post. If you apply for two posts, one combined draft is exactly the mistake the notification says will be rejected. The Boards accept applications at these addresses:
| Board | Address |
|---|---|
| Thiruvananthapuram | State Nutrition Bureau Building, District Medical Office campus, Red Cross Road, Vanchiyoor P.O., Thiruvananthapuram 695 035 |
| Kottayam | Medical College Kottayam Campus, Gandhinagar, Kottayam 686 008 |
| Thrissur | Government Mental Health Centre Campus, Vonginisserly, Aranattukara, Thrissur 680 004 |
| Kozhikode | Government Mental Health Centre Campus, Kuthiravattom Road, Kozhikode 673 016 |
Address the envelope to The Superintendent, Mental Health Review Board of that city. Posting it a few days early is safer than reaching on the last day, because the last date is for submitting the application.
KSMHA Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF with Application Form
- Visit KSMHA Kerala Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Kerala Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you meet the qualification for your post, do not wait. Collect your attested copies, buy the demand draft and post the envelope early, because the last date is 26 November 2026. Browse more Kerala government jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the next update.