Kerala Social Security Mission (KSSM), Thiruvananthapuram, is recruiting 16 professionals on a contract basis for the REIC & Autism Centre, GMC Thiruvananthapuram. Eligible candidates must attend a walk-in interview from 17–19 November 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for medical and therapy professionals seeking contract employment in Kerala.
Overview
The Kerala Social Security Mission has announced a recruitment drive for multiple healthcare and therapeutic positions. A total of 16 vacancies are available across six different roles, including Paediatricians, Medical Officers, Clinical Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Audiologists, and Developmental Therapists. The recruitment is conducted entirely on a walk-in-interview basis, with no formal online application process. All interviews will be held at the KSSM Head Office in Thiruvananthapuram over three days.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview: Paediatrician / Medical Officer | 17 November 2026, 9:30 AM |
| Walk-in Interview: Clinical Psychologist | 17 November 2026, 1:00 PM |
| Walk-in Interview: Physiotherapist | 18 November 2026, 9:30 AM |
| Walk-in Interview: Occupational Therapist | 18 November 2026, 1:00 PM |
| Walk-in Interview: Audiologist cum Speech Therapist | 19 November 2026, 9:30 AM |
| Walk-in Interview: Developmental Therapist | 19 November 2026, 1:00 PM |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Monthly Salary (₹) | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paediatrician / Medical Officer | 5 | 63,440 | Max 56 years |
| Clinical Psychologist | 3 | 48,550 | Max 56 years |
| Physiotherapist | 1 | 39,690 | Max 56 years |
| Occupational Therapist | 4 | 34,180 | Max 56 years |
| Audiologist cum Speech Therapist | 2 | 39,690 | Max 56 years |
| Developmental Therapist | 1 | 32,580 | Max 56 years |
| Total | 16 | ||
Eligibility
Paediatrician / Medical Officer: Candidates must hold an MD or DNB in Child Health, or a Diploma in Child Health with Travancore-Cochin Medical Registration (for Paediatrician role). For Medical Officer (MBBS), a Bachelor of Medicine degree from a recognised university with Travancore-Cochin Medical Registration is required.
Clinical Psychologist: M.Phil in Clinical Psychology with RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) Registration is mandatory.
Physiotherapist: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) degree from a recognised institution.
Occupational Therapist: Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) degree from a recognised institution.
Audiologist cum Speech Therapist: Bachelor degree in Audiology, Speech and Language Therapy.
Developmental Therapist: Bachelor's degree in any subject combined with a Postgraduate Diploma or Diploma in Clinical Child Development. Alternatively, a Master of Health Science in Clinical Child Development (MHSc-CCD) from the School of Distance Education, Kerala University is acceptable.
Age Limit: Maximum age is 56 years as on 1 January 2026 for all positions.
How to Apply
- No online application is required. This is a walk-in recruitment process.
- Appear at the Kerala Social Security Mission Head Office, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram on your scheduled interview date.
- Report at or before the designated time (9:30 AM or 1:00 PM) as per your post.
- Bring all original documents, mark sheets, degrees, certificates, and relevant registrations (TC Medical Registration, RCI Registration, etc.).
- Attend the interview and complete the selection process as per KSSM guidelines.
Salary
Monthly salary varies by post and ranges from ₹32,580 to ₹63,440. The highest pay is offered to Paediatricians and Medical Officers at ₹63,440 per month. Clinical Psychologists earn ₹48,550. Physiotherapists and Audiologists cum Speech Therapists receive ₹39,690. Occupational Therapists earn ₹34,180, and Developmental Therapists earn ₹32,580 per month. All positions are on a contract basis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age limit for KSSM Recruitment 2026?
A: The maximum age limit is 56 years as on 1 January 2026 for all positions.
Q: How many posts are available in this recruitment?
A: A total of 16 contract positions are available across six different roles.
Q: What is the salary range for these posts?
A: Salary ranges from ₹32,580 to ₹63,440 per month, depending on the specific post and role.
Q: Do I need to submit an online application?
A: No, this is a walk-in interview recruitment. You must attend in person at the specified venue on your interview date.
Q: What documents should I bring to the walk-in interview?
A: Bring all original documents including degrees, certificates, mark sheets, and relevant professional registrations (TC Medical Registration, RCI Registration, etc.) as per the official notification.
Q: Is there an application fee?
A: No application fee is mentioned for this walk-in recruitment.
Candidates are advised to verify all details with the official KSSM website and the notification PDF before attending the interview.