CMD LSGD Kerala Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 231 Posts
Government of Kerala through the Local Self-Government Department (LSGD) has given a recruitment notification of some technical and administrative positions in a contractual basis. These positions are to be deployed in Urban Local Bodies, Planning Department and Regional Laboratories. The Centre for Management Development (CMD) portal is only advisable to qualified applicants to apply within the deadline before the deadline. This LSGD Kerala Recruitment 2026 has a great chance of employment of engineering and management professionals working with the state government and a venture into contract base govt jobs in Kerala.
Department Wise Vacancy Details
| Department | Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Urban Local Bodies | Environmental / Mechanical / Electrical Engineers | 82 |
| Hydrologist / Public Health Engineer | 44 | |
| Accountant / Finance Officer (Special Cadre) | 44 | |
| Planning Department | Planner Consultant / Associate / Assistant | 34 |
| GIS Planning Assistant / GIS Computer Assistant | 09 | |
| Office Computer Assistant / Architect / Surveyor | 06 | |
| Regional Laboratories | Graduate Engineer / Diploma Holder / Lab Assistant | 12 |
| Total Posts | 231 | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| Engineering Posts |
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| Accountant & Finance Officer |
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| Planner Consultant |
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| Planner Associate/Assistant |
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| GIS Assistant |
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| Computer Assistant |
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| Architect & Surveyor |
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| Laboratory Staff |
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Important Dates
- Application Starting Date: January 21, 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: January 30, 2026
- Cut-off Date for Age & Experience: January 01, 2026
Age Limit (as on January 01, 2026)
- Maximum Age for General Posts: 36 Years
- Maximum Age for Planner Consultant: 50 Years
Application Fee
- No application fee.
Application Mode
- Online via the official CMD Kerala website.
Pay Scale
- Planner Consultant: Rs. 51,600/- per month
- Environmental/Mechanical/Electrical/PH Engineer/Hydrologist: Rs. 46,230/- per month
- Graduate Engineer (Regional Labs): Rs. 44,020/- per month
- Planner Associate: Rs. 35,000/- per month
- Finance Officer (Special Cadre): Rs. 32,550/- per month
- Planning Assistant / Architect: Rs. 30,000/- per month
- Accountant / Diploma Holder: Rs. 28,100/- per month
- Computer Assistant / Surveyor: Rs. 22,240/- per month
- Lab Assistant (ITI): Rs. 21,175/- per month
- Computer Assistant (GIS): Rs. 20,000/- per month
Selection Process
- Written test to evaluate the knowledge of the subject and eligibility to the position.
- Sifting of the candidates in terms of eligibility, qualification and experience.
- Skill test or proficiency test in the technical and professional posts to be occupied.
- Technical presentation as needed in accordance with the requirements of the post.
- Personal interview and general merit evaluation selection.
How to Apply for CMD LSGD Kerala Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of Centre for Management Development Kerala at www.cmd.kerala.gov.in
- Go to the top right corner, to the area known as “Notice” and choose the “Recruitment” option.
- Select the advertisement that is called “Recruitment for Selection to Various Posts for Deployment in Various Divisions of the Local Self-Government Department”
- Look through the detailed notification and make sure that there are some conditions of eligibility.
- Click on the online application link that is present in the ad.
- Please fill the registration form with a valid mail address and phone number.
- Complete online application form with correct personal and academic information.
- Provide the necessary photograph, signature and supporting documents in the required format.
- Check all the information typed in the application form and send it.
- Send the application online and save a copy to use in the future.
FAQs
Applicants should have the required experience in the relevant job position and be Indian citizens with the necessary educational requirements. The candidates must make sure they apply within the stated dates in the official CMD portal with all the required qualifications.
The application has to be made online on the Centre of Management Development (CMD) web site. The candidates should have registered using a valid email address and mobile number, complete the form correctly and attach scanned copies of photograph, signature and necessary certificates.
Depending on the post, selection can be a written examination and/or skill or proficiency test, technical presentation and/or personal interview. The appointment is finally done on merit and performance at each stage.
Important Links
| Official Notification | www.cmd.kerala.gov.in |
| Official Website | www.cmd.kerala.gov.in |
| Apply Online | www.recruitopen.com |
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