NAM Kerala Medical Officer 2026: AYURVIDYA School Health Programme Job for AYUSH Doctors
The National AYUSH Mission, Kerala has invited applications for the post of Medical Officer under the School Health Programme (AYURVIDYA). If you hold an AYUSH degree and want a Kerala government job that works with school children, this notification is for you. The pay is ₹35,700 per month, and the appointment is on a contract basis.
The last date is 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM. The notification gives no fixed vacancy number; it says vacancies are “as per project requirements”. It also names no application portal, so read the Essential Links and How to Apply sections carefully. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for updates on this recruitment.
Key Highlights of NAM Kerala Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National AYUSH Mission (NAM), Kerala |
| Notification No. | NAM/1023/2026-A1, dated 15 October 2026 |
| Post | Medical Officer – School Health Programme (AYURVIDYA) |
| Vacancies | As per project requirements (no number given) |
| Pay | ₹35,700 per month |
| Nature of Job | Purely contract basis under the AYURVIDYA Project |
| Job Location | Anywhere in Kerala |
| Last Date | 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
The State Mission Director’s office in Thiruvananthapuram issued this notice. The selected doctors will be engaged only for this project, so this is not a regular government post. Read the posting and contract rules below before you apply, because the Mission sets the contract’s terms and conditions. Take your time with each section and note down anything you need to arrange before the deadline.
How Many Vacancies Are There in NAM Kerala Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer – School Health Programme (AYURVIDYA) | As per project requirements |
The notification does not give a number, and clause 11 says the number of vacancies is only indicative and not guaranteed. NAM also reserves the right to engage or not to engage persons as advertised. So do not assume a fixed number of seats when you plan your application.
What Is the Eligibility for NAM Kerala Medical Officer 2026?
Educational Qualification
You must have any one of the two routes below. In both, you need an AYUSH degree recognised by the respective statutory Council.
| Route | What you need |
|---|---|
| Route 1 | Any AYUSH degree plus a Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Courses or Psychology |
| Route 2 | Any AYUSH degree plus experience in School Health Programmes in a Government Organisation, Department or Mission, etc. |
The notice does not say how many years of experience Route 2 needs. If your qualification is only an equivalent one, you must attach the equivalency certificate with your application. Failure to submit it will result in rejection of the application. Note that Route 1 needs a separate counselling or psychology qualification on top of the AYUSH degree, so check your certificates against this table before you spend time on the form. If you are looking for more openings for doctors, see medical and healthcare government jobs.
Age Limit
| Detail | Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum age | 40 years or below |
| Age counted as on | 1 September 2026 |
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The notification does not mention any age relaxation for any category, and it does not give a minimum age. Do not assume relaxation applies. Check your exact age on 1 September 2026, not on the day you apply.
What Is the Salary for NAM Kerala Medical Officer 2026?
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Remuneration | ₹35,700 per month |
This is the only pay figure in the notification. It does not list any allowances, so do not count on extras. Your appointment will be on a contract basis, and it will be subject to the terms and conditions set by the Mission. The notice does not state how long the contract will run, so ask for the terms at the time of your appointment order.
Posting and Joining Rules
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Posting | Anywhere in Kerala under the AYURVIDYA Project |
| District choice | You may indicate preferred districts |
| How posting is made | By rank list and your district preference, subject to project requirements |
| Joining | Immediately on receiving the appointment order |
You can be deployed at any location the project needs, so a district preference is not a guarantee. If you cannot move across Kerala or join quickly, think twice before applying. On the other hand, if you are happy to work with school children in different districts and want project work under the National AYUSH Mission, this role may suit you.
What Is the Selection Process for NAM Kerala Medical Officer 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Interview | The mode of recruitment is interview |
| Written test | Held along with the interview if there are 20 or more applicants for a particular post |
Selection is done by the National AYUSH Mission, Kerala, as per its prescribed recruitment procedure and project requirements. The notification does not give a marking scheme, syllabus or interview date. NAM will send intimation about the interview, any written examination and other matters only through the email ID you give, so use an email you check every day. For later stages, keep an eye on the exam calendar and the official website.
How to Apply Online for NAM Kerala Medical Officer 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the official NAM Kerala website (link in Essential Links below) and look for the recruitment notice and the application link |
| 2 | Download the Applicant’s Profile format that comes with the notification |
| 3 | Fill every field. Incomplete or incorrect forms are rejected |
| 4 | Attach self-attested copies of your age and qualification certificates |
| 5 | Submit through the prescribed online portal by the last date and time |
| 6 | Keep your email ID and mobile number active till the recruitment ends |
The notification says applications must be submitted only through the prescribed online portal, and that applications through any other mode will not be considered. It does not name or link that portal. The only website printed in it is meant for updates and notices. So check the official website for the application link, and do not trust links from unknown sources. Applications must be in the format given with the notification. Any other format will be summarily rejected.
If you have experience, remember that appointment letters, salary certificates and pay slips will not be accepted in place of a work experience certificate.
What Are the Important Dates for NAM Kerala Medical Officer 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 15 October 2026 |
| Age counted as on | 1 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
NAM will email you the interview and test schedule, which is not printed in the notification. Applications received after 5:00 PM on 27 October 2026 will be summarily rejected, so send yours well in advance.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
The notification does not mention any fee. If the portal asks for a payment, check it against the official website before you pay.
Conditions That Can Get Your Application Rejected
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Late application | Received after 5:00 PM on 27-10-2026 will be summarily rejected |
| Other mode | Anything not submitted through the online portal will not be considered |
| Wrong format | Any format other than the one given with the notification will be summarily rejected |
| No certificates | Applications without self-attested age and qualification certificates will not be accepted |
| Incomplete form | Incomplete or incorrect forms will be summarily rejected |
| False information | False, tampered or fabricated details, or hiding material facts, lead to rejection |
| Mismatch | If the form does not tally with your original documents, your application will be rejected |
| Scrutiny | A discrepancy found at scrutiny leads to rejection even at the final stage |
| Equivalent degree | No equivalency certificate means rejection |
| Later information | NAM will not entertain information you send afterwards |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form leads to automatic disqualification |
Read this table twice. This notice lists many ways to lose your application. Check each certificate against the form before you submit, and carry your original documents when you are called.
NAM Kerala Medical Officer 2026: Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit NAM Kerala Medical Officer (School Health Programme – AYURVIDYA) Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Kerala Government Jobs Telegram Channel
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If you hold an AYUSH degree and meet one of the two routes, do not wait for the last day. Collect your certificates, fill the Applicant’s Profile with care and apply by 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Kerala government jobs and updates on this recruitment.