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Kudumbashree Thiruvananthapuram Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 15 IFC Anchor & Senior CRP Posts

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Sep. 10, 2026
IFC AnchorSenior CRP
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
15
Pay Scale
Honorarium Based (As per Kudumbashree Norms)
Age Limit
As per Kudumbashree / Kerala Govt Norms

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 7, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 7, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window7 – 17 Sep 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

1. IFC Anchor: Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or Allied Sciences with at least 1 year experience in farming or farm-based livelihoods (preference for extension & marketing experience). In the absence of candidates with agricultural qualifications, candidates with any other Graduate Degree and 2 years experience in the agricultural sector will be considered.
2. Senior CRP: Minimum 2 years of proven field experience as Krishi Sakhi, Pashu Sakhi, or Agri CRP. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed official CRP training.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age criteria as per Kudumbashree State Poverty Eradication Mission and Government of Kerala regulations for contractual project engagements.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Scrutiny & Document Verification

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Interview & Experience Assessment

OfflineMerit Scored

The selection process involves scrutiny of offline applications submitted on plain paper along with bio-data and supporting credentials (education, work experience, Kudumbashree membership, and identity proof), followed by an interview and merit assessment. Preference is given to candidates with relevant farm extension/marketing experience, completed CRP training, and residents of the respective Block/Grama Panchayat.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic & Technical QualificationsBasic Statutory EligibilityEvaluation of marks and relevance in Degree / Diploma in Agriculture, Allied Sciences, or general graduation.
Agricultural & Farm-Based Livelihood ExperienceTechnical Competency BenchmarkPractical experience in farm cultivation, sustainable agricultural techniques, agricultural extension, or agri-produce marketing.
Community Resource Role & CRP TrainingCommunity Leadership CriterionDemonstrated field track record as Krishi Sakhi, Pashu Sakhi, or Agri CRP, and completion of official Kudumbashree CRP training.
Local Domicile & Community LinkageLocational PreferenceResidency within the specific Block or Grama Panchayat of the concerned Community Development Society (CDS).
Personal Interview & Field AptitudeFinal Evaluation AssessmentAssessment of understanding of the Integrated Farming Cluster (IFC) model, community mobilization skills, and communication capabilities.

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.

Roles under Kudumbashree's Integrated Farming Clusters (IFC) are field-intensive, community-driven positions centered on mobilizing Neighborhood Groups (NHGs) and Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) across rural Thiruvananthapuram. IFC Anchors coordinate cluster-level farm planning, introduce sustainable agronomic practices, and establish market linkages. Senior CRPs work directly with farming families and women collectives, conducting farmer field demonstrations, livestock care outreach (Pashu Sakhi), and agricultural technology adoption.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The project tenure is 3 years. Appointments are purely contractual and subject to an annual performance appraisal. Continued engagement across subsequent years is contingent on satisfactory performance and project milestones.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As honorarium-based contractual project positions, there is no formal civil service promotion ladder or cadre absorption. However, experience within Kudumbashree's flagship livelihood missions provides high recognition in Kerala's rural development and cooperative sectors, serving as a valuable credential for district-level project coordinator and agricultural officer positions in NABARD, NRLM, and local self-government projects.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Applications must reach the Kudumbashree District Mission Office in Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram by 17/09/2026; late submissions either by post or hand delivery will not be entertained.
  • Candidates must attach proof of Kudumbashree membership along with their educational and experience certificates.
  • Preference is explicitly given to candidates residing within the respective Block / Grama Panchayat of the concerned CDS.
  • For IFC Anchor, general degree holders will only be considered if eligible Agriculture/Allied Science degree or diploma holders are unavailable.

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

  • IFC Anchor (Thirupuram CDS - 2026-27)1
  • Senior CRP (Thirupuram CDS - 2026-27)1
  • IFC Anchor (Ottasekharamangalam CDS - 2026-27)1
  • Senior CRP (Ottasekharamangalam CDS - 2026-27)1
  • IFC Anchor (Maranalloor CDS - 2026-27)1
  • Senior CRP (Maranalloor CDS - 2026-27)1
  • IFC Anchor (Vembayam CDS - 2026-27)1
  • Senior CRP (Vembayam CDS - 2026-27)1
  • IFC Anchor (Aruvikkara CDS - 2026-27)1
  • Senior CRP (Aruvikkara CDS - 2026-27)1
  • IFC Anchor (Kilimanoor CDS - 2026-27)1
  • Senior CRP (Kilimanoor CDS - 2026-27)1
  • IFC Anchor (Athiyannoor CDS - 2024-25)1
  • IFC Anchor (Karakulam CDS - 2024-25)1
  • IFC Anchor (Perumkadavila CDS - 2024-25)1
Total Vacancies15

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Remuneration is paid on an honorarium basis as per Kudumbashree Mission norms for Integrated Farming Cluster (IFC) project personnel.

Remuneration will be paid on a monthly honorarium basis in accordance with Kudumbashree State Poverty Eradication Mission guidelines for Integrated Farming Cluster (IFC) projects.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Prepare an application on white paper (plain paper) including full bio-data with details of educational qualifications, experience, Kudumbashree membership, address, and mobile number.
  2. Attach self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents: proof of educational qualifications (Degree/Diploma marksheets & certificates), experience certificates (farming, livelihoods, or Krishi Sakhi/Pashu Sakhi/Agri CRP service), Kudumbashree membership document, and photo identity proof.
  3. Clearly mention the post applied for (IFC Anchor or Senior CRP) and the targeted CDS / Block.
  4. Submit the completed application along with attachments either by post or in person by 17/09/2026 to the following office address:

Office Address for Submission:
District Mission Coordinator,
Kudumbashree District Mission Office,
Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004
Phone: 0471 2447552

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is payable for applying to these contractual positions under Kudumbashree.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

Direct links to the authorized government portal, official notification PDF, and career portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The last date to submit offline applications is 17 September 2026.

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