National AYUSH Mission Kerala
Contractual / Regular

NAM Kasaragod Pharmacist Walk-in 2026

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Sep. 30, 2026
Pharmacist Homoeopathy

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Diploma97
Diploma in Pharmacy2
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Vacancies
Various / Not Disclosed
Pay Scale
₹14,700 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 40 Years as on 25/09/2026
Job Location
Kerala29Kasaragod5

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 25, 2026

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Starts

Sep 25, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 7, 2026

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Exam Date

Oct 7, 2026

Application Window25 Sep – 7 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date7 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

Essential: CCP (Certificate Course in Pharmacy - Homoeopathy) or NCP (Nurse-cum-Pharmacist - Homoeopathy) or equivalent recognized qualification in Homoeopathic Pharmacy.
Age Limit: Maximum 40 years as on 25/09/2026 (relaxable for reserved categories as per Kerala government norms).

Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum age limit is 40 years as on the notification date (25/09/2026). Standard government age relaxations apply for eligible reserved categories.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Document & Certificate Verification

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Walk-In Interview before Selection Committee

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Selection will be conducted through certificate verification and a walk-in interview on 07/10/2026 at 12:30 PM at the District Programme Management & Supporting Unit (DPMSU) office, Padannakkad District Ayurveda Hospital, Kasaragod.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Basic Educational Qualification (CCP / NCP / Diploma in Homoeopathic Pharmacy)40 MarksEvaluation of marks obtained in the qualifying certificate/diploma course in Homoeopathic Pharmacy
Dispensing & Clinical Pharmacy Experience in Homoeopathy30 MarksAssessment of prior clinical dispensing, medicine stock maintenance, and hospital pharmacy experience
Walk-in Interview & Technical Homoeopathic Pharmacy Aptitude30 MarksEvaluation of knowledge of homoeopathic pharmacopoeia, medicine preparation, potency, and oral communication

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Homoeopathy Pharmacist role is deployed under the National AYUSH Mission (NAM) within the District AYUSH Health Society at Kasaragod, Kerala. Appointees are stationed at government AYUSH health dispensaries, primary health centres (PHCs), or district AYUSH hospitals across Kasaragod district. The primary duties include dispensing homoeopathic medicines, maintaining drug inventory and stock registers, receiving and checking supply indentations, counseling patients on dosage and administration protocols, and assisting medical officers during clinical OPDs. The role functions within regular dispensary hours (typically 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with standard state government health facility schedules).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The engagement is purely temporary and on a contract basis under the National AYUSH Mission (NAM), Kerala. Contracts are typically executed for an initial term of up to 1 year, subject to periodic performance appraisal, budget allocation from the Ministry of AYUSH, and state mission requirements.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Because this appointment is strictly contractual under the National AYUSH Mission (DPMSU), there is no direct promotional ladder or automatic regularisation into the Kerala State Homoeopathy Department cadre. However, contractual experience earned under NAM Kerala is recognized with weightage and preference in subsequent state health mission recruitments and Kerala PSC Homoeopathy Pharmacist selection lists.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Candidates must strictly possess the recognized Certificate Course in Pharmacy (Homoeopathy) [CCP], Nurse-cum-Pharmacist [NCP], or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Kerala.
  • The maximum age limit is 40 years as on the notification date (25/09/2026); age relaxation applies to eligible reserved categories as per Kerala government norms.
  • Candidates must bring the filled Applicant's Profile form along with original certificates, self-attested photocopies (10th onwards), and a valid photo identity proof to the interview venue.
  • Walk-in interview takes place on 07/10/2026 at 12:30 PM at DPMSU Kasaragod, Padannakkad District Ayurveda Hospital, A Block, 2nd Floor.
  • No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the walk-in interview.

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

  • Pharmacist HomoeopathyVarious / Not Disclosed
Total VacanciesVarious / Not Disclosed

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹14,700/- per month on a contract basis under National AYUSH Mission.

Consolidated monthly salary of ₹14,700/- on contract basis under National AYUSH Mission Kerala.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the official notification circular containing the 'Applicant's Profile' proforma from the NAM Kerala portal at nam.kerala.gov.in.
  2. Fill out the bio-data form with all required personal details, contact information, educational qualifications (CCP/NCP), and relevant work experience.
  3. Gather original certificates of educational qualification, proof of age (SSLC/10th certificate), and experience certificates along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
  4. Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the applicant profile form and carry a valid government-issued photo identity proof.
  5. Report directly to the walk-in interview venue on 07 October 2026 at 12:30 PM at: District Programme Management & Supporting Unit (DPMSU), National AYUSH Mission, District Ayurveda Hospital, A Block, 2nd Floor, Padannakkad P.O., Kasaragod - 671315 (Ph: 0467 2288106 / 8848002953).

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee required).

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The walk-in interview is scheduled for 07 October 2026 at 12:30 PM at DPMSU Kasaragod, Padannakkad PO, District Ayurveda Hospital, 2nd Floor, A Block, Kasaragod - 671315.

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