Eligibility criteria for Field Investigator under University of Kerala's PM-USHA project:
• Educational Degree: Master's Degree (M.Sc.) in Life Sciences, including Zoology, Botany, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, or allied biological sciences from a recognized University.
• Key Competencies: Aptitude for rural and tribal field documentation, ethnobiological resource cataloguing, indigenous traditional healing documentation, and digital health mapping.
• Age Limits: 18 to 50 years as on the date of interview (relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Kerala government norms).
Eligible candidates can report directly for the Walk-in Interview on 15 September 2026 at 10:00 AM at Department of Zoology, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
University of Kerala Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Field Investigator Post (PM-USHA Tribal Health Project)
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Published
Jul 23, 2026
Starts
Jul 23, 2026
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 15, 2026
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Candidates must be between 18 and 50 years of age as on the walk-in date (15.09.2026), with standard relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD applicants as per State Government rules.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Walk-in Reporting & Registration on 15.09.2026 at 10:00 AM at Department of Zoology, Kariavattom Campus
Scrutiny of M.Sc. Life Sciences Degrees, Biodata & Relevant Certifications
Walk-in Personal Interview before University Selection Board (Dept. of Zoology & Economics)
Final Selection & Project Contractual Engagement
Selection will be conducted through a direct Walk-in Interview on 15 September 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Department of Zoology, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus, Thiruvananthapuram – 695581:
• The interview was originally scheduled for 05.08.2026 and has been rescheduled to 15.09.2026.
• Candidates must report with their biodata, original certificates, proof of qualifications, and copies of all relevant documents.
• No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree Academic Merit in Life Sciences (Zoology / Botany / Biology) | ||
| Knowledge of Ethnobiology, Ethnomedicine & Biodiversity Documentation | ||
| Fieldwork Aptitude, Digital Mapping & Data Collection Methodology | ||
| Walk-in Interview Performance & Malayalam/English Communication |
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- Rescheduled Date Notice: The walk-in interview was originally scheduled for 05.08.2026 and has been postponed to 15.09.2026 at 10:00 AM.
- Venue: Department of Zoology, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus, Thiruvananthapuram – 695581.
- Document Checklist: Bring updated bio-data, original certificates, proof of Master's degree qualifications, and one set of self-attested photocopies.
- No TA/DA: No travel allowance or accommodation is provided by the university for attending the interview.
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- Field Investigator (PM-USHA Tribal Health Project)1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated monthly remuneration as admissible under PM-USHA Sustainable Development Initiative project guidelines of the Ministry of Education / University of Kerala.
Consolidated monthly fellowship/remuneration as per PM-USHA and University of Kerala project guidelines (approx. ₹20,000/- to ₹25,000/- per month). Temporary engagement co-terminus with project duration.
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Jul 23, 2026
Starts
Jul 23, 2026
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 15, 2026
University of Kerala
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Walk-in Reporting & Registration on 15.09.2026 at 10:00 AM at Department of Zoology, Kariavattom Campus
Scrutiny of M.Sc. Life Sciences Degrees, Biodata & Relevant Certifications
Walk-in Personal Interview before University Selection Board (Dept. of Zoology & Economics)
Final Selection & Project Contractual Engagement
Selection will be conducted through a direct Walk-in Interview on 15 September 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Department of Zoology, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus, Thiruvananthapuram – 695581:
• The interview was originally scheduled for 05.08.2026 and has been rescheduled to 15.09.2026.
• Candidates must report with their biodata, original certificates, proof of qualifications, and copies of all relevant documents.
• No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
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University of Kerala has announced a walk-in interview for 1 temporary position of Field Investigator under the PM-USHA Sustainable Development Initiative project in the Department of Zoology.
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