Kerala LIFE Mission recruitment 2026 is open for 6 contract posts: 4 Civil Engineers, 1 Architect and 1 Electrical Engineer. The Centre for Management Development (CMD) is accepting applications on behalf of the Mission under Notification No. CMD/LM/01/2026, dated 18 October 2026. Each post pays a monthly consolidated salary of ₹40,000.
Applications are online only. The window opened on 18 October 2026 at 10:00 am, and the last date is 1 November 2026, 5:00 pm. Read the eligibility, documents and steps below before you apply.
Kerala LIFE Mission Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Kerala LIFE Mission (Government of Kerala) |
| Recruiting agency | Centre for Management Development (CMD) |
| Notification No. | CMD/LM/01/2026 |
| Notification date | 18 October 2026 |
| Posts | Civil Engineer, Architect, Electrical Engineer |
| Total vacancies | 6 |
| Job type | Contract basis |
| Salary | ₹40,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | 1 November 2026, 5:00 pm |
About Kerala LIFE Mission
LIFE stands for Livelihood, Inclusion and Financial Empowerment. It is a flagship housing and welfare initiative of the Government of Kerala, launched on 10 November 2016. The Mission aims to provide houses to all homeless people in the state and to create opportunities for livelihood, employment and social participation. It also helps beneficiaries reach welfare schemes, including financial services. You can read more about state schemes on the Kerala government portal.
Kerala LIFE Mission Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification and experience | Upper age limit | Monthly pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | 4 | Graduation in Civil Engineering from a recognised university. At least 3 years of relevant experience is desirable. | 40 years | ₹40,000 |
| Architect | 1 | Graduation in Architecture from a recognised university. At least 3 years of relevant experience is desirable. | 40 years | ₹40,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | 1 | Graduation in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university. At least 3 years of relevant experience is desirable. | 40 years | ₹40,000 |
The age limit is counted as on 1 October 2026. The notification does not list age relaxation or an application fee, so check the official PDF for any update.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: applicants must be citizens of India.
- Education: the degree must be from a recognised university or institute. An equivalent qualification needs an equivalency certificate from the competent authority.
- Experience: 3 years in a relevant field is desirable, not compulsory.
- Contact details: keep a valid personal email ID and mobile number active throughout the process.
How to Apply for Kerala LIFE Mission Recruitment 2026
- Open the Centre for Management Development (CMD) website and find the Life Mission notification.
- Read the official notification PDF fully and confirm you are eligible.
- Fill in every field of the online application form.
- Upload your photograph (JPG, under 200 KB) and signature (JPG, under 50 KB).
- Upload your certificates and experience proof, then submit before 5:00 pm on 1 November 2026.
Documents and Photo Rules
- Upload a scanned original or a provisional certificate issued by a competent authority. Mark sheets or consolidated statements alone are not accepted.
- Self-declarations, affidavits and undertakings are not valid proof of qualification or experience.
- Sign in full on white paper. Initials and capital-letter signatures are not allowed.
- Blurred photographs, signatures or certificates lead to rejection.
Selection Process
CMD decides the method based on need. It may include application screening, criteria-based screening, a written test, group discussion, a skill or proficiency test, an interview, or a mix of these. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email, SMS or phone, so check your spam folder regularly.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application start | 18 October 2026, 10:00 am |
| Last date to apply | 1 November 2026, 5:00 pm |
| Age cut-off | 1 October 2026 |
Help Desk
Facing trouble with the form? Call 0471 2320101 (ext. 237, 250) between 10 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for Kerala LIFE Mission recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 1 November 2026 at 5:00 pm.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 6 vacancies: 4 Civil Engineers, 1 Architect and 1 Electrical Engineer.
What is the salary?
Each post pays a consolidated ₹40,000 per month on contract.
Written and verified by
Sandeep Khati
Founder and Editor, India Job Alerts
B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.
Information verified from the official CMD notification No. CMD/LM/01/2026, dated 18 October 2026. Last verified: 19 October 2026.