Digital University Kerala
Contractual / Regular

DUK Kerala AI Developer Recruitment 2026

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Oct. 14, 2026
AI DeveloperJunior AI Developer

Required Qualification

B.Tech115
M.Sc84
M.Tech60
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
4
Pay Scale
₹20,000 - ₹40,000 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 30 Years (Junior AI Dev) / 35 Years (AI Dev) as on 27-10-2026
Job Location
Kerala21Thiruvananthapuram9+1 More...

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 9, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 9, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 27, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window9 – 27 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

B.Tech / BE / M.Tech / M.Sc in Information Technology / Computer Science / Data Science / MCA from a recognized Institution/University. Post-wise experience requirements:

  • AI Developer (1 Post): Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in developing and deploying AI/ML models in real-world applications (for M.Tech holders with specialization in AI/ML, minimum experience is waived if thesis/project was on AI/ML/language models). Familiarity with PyTorch/TensorFlow, SQL (PostgreSQL), NoSQL, and NLP/OCR preferred.
  • Junior AI Developer (3 Posts): 0 to 1 year post-qualification experience in developing and deploying AI/ML models. Good knowledge of Python, ML algorithms, deep learning frameworks, and NLP/OCR preferred.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years for AI Developer and 30 years for Junior AI Developer as on the application deadline (27.10.2026). Age relaxation of 5 years is admissible for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

OnlineQualifying Only

Technical Test and/or Personal Interview

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection will be based on a technical test and/or interview conducted exclusively in Thiruvananthapuram district. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the exact schedule via their registered email address.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation ComponentMax Marks / Weightage
Academic Merit & Technical Qualifications (B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA)25 Marks
Machine Learning, Deep Learning (PyTorch/TensorFlow) & Python Proficiency35 Marks
NLP, OCR, Data Structures & Database Management (PostgreSQL/NoSQL)15 Marks
Technical Interview, Problem-Solving & Coding Assessment25 Marks

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Cutting-edge applied AI research environment at the Centre for Excellence on Judicial Intelligence at Digital University Kerala (Technocity campus, Thiruvananthapuram, with potential deployment in Ernakulam). Developers work directly on judicial and legal-tech AI systems, building automated document processing, legal NLP, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), case law summarization, and predictive judicial intelligence pipelines.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual engagement for an initial duration of 1 year, extendable on an annual basis subject to performance evaluation and project funding. Primary posting is at Thiruvananthapuram or Ernakulam.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project-linked technical track offering rapid skill development and potential progression to Senior AI Engineer / Project Scientist roles within DUK's state-funded technology initiatives.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • The appointment is purely on a contract basis for 1 year and does not confer any right or claim for permanent absorption in Digital University Kerala.
  • Scanned proof of qualifications, age, and experience must be uploaded during online application; applications with missing attachments will be rejected without a second chance.
  • The test and/or interview will be conducted strictly in Thiruvananthapuram district only; no TA/DA is provided.
  • The deadline for submitting online applications is strictly 27 October 2026.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR4
  • OBC0
  • EWS0
  • SC0
  • ST0
Total Vacancies4

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated monthly remuneration: AI Developer receives ₹35,000 - ₹40,000 per month; Junior AI Developer receives ₹20,000 - ₹25,000 per month, based on qualifications and experience.

Monthly consolidated remuneration under the Centre for Excellence on Judicial Intelligence, funded by the Government of Kerala. Initial contract for 1 year, extendable based on performance and project requirements.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official Digital University Kerala careers portal at duk.ac.in/careers.
  2. Access the recruitment link for AI Developer and Junior AI Developer under the Centre for Excellence on Judicial Intelligence.
  3. Complete the online application form with personal, educational, and technical project/work experience details.
  4. Upload scanned copies of documents proving age, degree certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
  5. Submit the online application on or before 27 October 2026. Keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is specified for submitting the online application.

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Candidates must hold a B.Tech / BE / M.Tech / M.Sc in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or MCA from a recognized University.

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