National AYUSH Mission Kerala
Contractual / Regular

NAM Kerala Homoeo Pharmacist Walk-in 2026

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Oct. 6, 2026
Pharmacist (Homoeopathy)

Required Qualification

Diploma97
Diploma in Pharmacy2
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Vacancies
Anticipated / Expected
Pay Scale
Rs. 14,700/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Not exceeding 40 years
Job Location
Kerala38Thrissur1

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 6, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 6, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

4

Exam Date

Oct 19, 2026

Application Window6 – 16 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date19 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

Candidates must possess a Certificate in Certificate Course in Pharmacy (CCP) / Nurse-cum-Pharmacist (NCP) in Homoeopathy or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Kerala. If holding an equivalent qualification, the candidate must produce an official equivalency certificate.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidates must not have exceeded 40 years of age as on the date of notification / application.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Verification

Physical Document ScrutinyQualifying Only

Written Screening Test (Conditional)

Offline Written ExaminationQualifying Only

Walk-in Interview

In-Person InterviewMerit Scored

Selection is through physical application submission followed by a Walk-in Interview on 19/10/2026 at 10:30 AM at the DPM Office, NAM Thrissur. If 20 or more eligible candidates apply for the post, a written test will be conducted in conjunction with the interview.

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 Credentials & Practical Pharmacy Experience50%Scrutiny of CCP/NCP homoeopathy diploma credentials, dispensing knowledge, and institutional clinical experience.
Walk-In Interview / Technical Interaction50%Assessment of homoeopathic drug identification, posology, dilution principles, inventory management, and patient communication skills.

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.

Contractual healthcare support role under the National AYUSH Mission (NAM) in Thrissur district dispensaries and health centres. Core duties encompass dispensing homoeopathic dilutions, globules, mother tinctures, managing pharmacy stock inventories, maintaining registers, and assisting medical officers in OPD operations.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely temporary and on a contract basis under the District AYUSH Health Society. Initial engagement is typically for 1 year, subject to performance reviews, project continuation, and National AYUSH Mission sanction.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Not applicable. Contractual project staff under NAM do not have regular cadre promotion ladders or automatic absorption rights in Kerala Government service.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Strict Offline Submission Deadline: Sealed physical application forms must reach the DPM Office, Thrissur by hand or post on or before 16/10/2026 (5:00 PM). Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
  • No Spot Registration on Interview Day: Candidates must submit their physical applications before 16/10/2026 to be eligible for the interview on 19/10/2026.
  • Equivalency Certificate Mandatory: Candidates claiming qualifications equivalent to CCP/NCP must attach an official Government Equivalency Certificate, failing which the candidature is cancelled.
  • Conditional Written Test Clause: If 20 or more applicants apply, a screening written test will be conducted along with the interview.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

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

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed monthly consolidated honorarium / remuneration of Rs. 14,700/-. No additional DA/HRA allowances are admissible.

Monthly consolidated remuneration of Rs. 14,700/- per month. Temporary appointment on contractual basis under National AYUSH Mission (NAM), Thrissur District.

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 application profile form attached to notification circular Advt. No. NAM/DPMSU/TSR/C-328/26-27 from www.nam.kerala.gov.in.
  2. Fill up all required fields in capital letters and attach self-attested photocopies of certificates proving age, qualification (CCP/NCP certificate, Mark lists), address, and experience.
  3. Enclose the application and documents in a sealed envelope superscribed with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PHARMACIST (HOMOEOPATHY)".
  4. Submit the envelope directly in person or via registered post on working days (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM) on or before 16/10/2026 to: The District Programme Manager, DPMSU, National AYUSH Mission, Rama Varma District Ayurveda Hospital Campus, Palace Road, Patturaikkal, Thrissur, PIN: 680 022.
  5. Applications received by email or submitted after 5:00 PM on 16/10/2026 will be summarily rejected.
  6. Attend the Walk-in Interview on 19/10/2026 at 10:30 AM at the DPM Office, Thrissur with original certificates.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is prescribed for this recruitment.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Candidates must have passed CCP (Certificate Course in Pharmacy) or NCP (Nurse-cum-Pharmacist) in Homoeopathy or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Kerala. An equivalency certificate is mandatory for equivalent courses.

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