National AYUSH Mission Kerala
Contractual / Regular

NAM Kerala Ayurveda Therapist Walk-in 2026

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Sep. 25, 2026
Ayurveda Therapist

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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
2 Posts (Anticipatory)
Pay Scale
Rs. 14,700/- per Month
Age Limit
18 to 40 Years (as on 01.09.2026)
Job Location
Kerala32Thiruvananthapuram10

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 18, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 18, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 28, 2026

4

Exam Date

Sep 30, 2026

Application Window18 – 28 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date30 Sep 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

Candidates must possess an Ayurveda Therapist Course Certificate conducted by Government of Kerala / Directorate of Ayurveda Medical Education (DAME), OR Ayurveda Panchakarma Technician Course (1-year duration) conducted by Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), National Research Institute for Panchakarma (NRIP), Cheruthuruthy.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidates must not have completed 40 years of age as on September 1, 2026. Standard age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC and other eligible categories as per Kerala State Government orders.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Submission & Document Scrutiny

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Walk-in Interview & Practical Skill Evaluation

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Selection will be conducted based on document scrutiny and a Walk-in Interview scheduled for September 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the District Programme Management Supporting Unit (DPMSU), Arogya Bhavan Building, Thiruvananthapuram. Eligible candidates who submitted application forms by September 28, 2026, will be evaluated by the selection committee on professional therapy knowledge, practical Panchakarma technique experience, and communication.

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 Ayurveda & Panchakarma Theory30 MarksUnderstanding of fundamental principles of Ayurveda, Doshas, Dhatus, classical Panchakarma procedures (Snehan, Swedan, Vamana, Virechana, Vasti, Nasya, Raktamokshana), and safety precautions.
Practical Therapy Techniques & Patient Handling30 MarksDemonstration of therapeutic skills including Abhyangam, Shirodhara, Kizhi (Pinda Sweda), Pizhichil, Kati Vasti, Janu Vasti, and sterile instrument maintenance.
Clinical Experience in Recognized AYUSH Hospitals20 MarksMarks awarded for documented clinical experience as an Ayurveda Therapist in government or accredited private Ayurvedic hospitals/clinics.
Personal Interview, Communication & Ethics20 MarksEvaluation of candidate's communication proficiency in Malayalam and English, professional bedside demeanor, empathy, and hygiene standards.

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.

Ayurveda Therapists under National AYUSH Mission (NAM) Kerala work at District Ayurvedic Hospitals, Taluk AYUSH centers, and specialized Panchakarma wellness units across Thiruvananthapuram. Therapists administer prescribed external therapies including Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Kizhi, and local vastis under the supervision of Medical Officers (Ayurveda). Standard working hours are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with dedicated patient treatment logs and hygiene maintenance.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Engagement is purely on a contract basis under Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) funding through NAM Kerala for an initial period of one year or the project tenure, subject to annual performance evaluation and sanction of central scheme grants.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Contractual therapist positions do not have direct promotional avenues within the permanent state civil service hierarchy. However, certified contractual experience with National AYUSH Mission provides valuable weightage for Kerala PSC recruitments for permanent Ayurveda Therapist / Panchakarma Assistant posts in the Department of Indigenous Medicine.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Mandatory Government / CCRAS Approved Certificate: Applicants must hold an Ayurveda Therapist course certificate recognized by Govt. of Kerala / DAME or 1-year Panchakarma Technician course from CCRAS Cheruthuruthy. Certificates from unrecognized private institutes are not accepted.
  • Strict Age Cutoff as of 01.09.2026: Candidates must not have completed 40 years of age on 01/09/2026 (relaxations applicable as per Kerala Government service rules).
  • Dual Deadline Requirement: Candidates must submit their application form and self-attested documents by September 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM to be eligible for the Walk-in Interview on September 30, 2026.
  • No TA/DA Provided: No traveling or daily allowance will be paid to candidates appearing for the certificate scrutiny and interview at Arogya Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram.

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

  • Ayurveda Therapist (Anticipatory)2
Total Vacancies2 Posts (Anticipatory)

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly consolidated honorarium of Rs. 14,700/- per month.

Fixed monthly consolidated remuneration of Rs. 14,700/- per month as per National AYUSH Mission (NAM) Kerala norms.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official notification circular and application proforma (Applicant's Profile) from the official website (https://www.nam.kerala.gov.in/).
  2. Fill out the application form completely in capital letters with personal information, communication address, educational qualifications, and relevant Panchakarma therapy experience.
  3. Attach self-attested photocopies of certificates proving age, educational qualification (Ayurveda Therapist course / Panchakarma Technician certificate), registration, caste/community (if applicable), and experience.
  4. Submit the completed application in person or by registered/speed post to: The District Programme Manager, National AYUSH Mission (NAM), DPMSU, 5th Floor, Arogya Bhavan Building, MG Road, Thiruvananthapuram – 695001.
  5. Ensure the application reaches the office on or before September 28, 2026, by 5:00 PM.
  6. Report for the Walk-in Interview on September 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the DPMSU office with all original certificates and a valid photo identity card for verification.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required.

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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.

Candidates must have completed the Ayurveda Therapist Course conducted by the Government of Kerala / Directorate of Ayurveda Medical Education (DAME) or the 1-year Ayurveda Panchakarma Technician Course conducted by CCRAS Cheruthuruthy.

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