KSMHA Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner Vacancy 2026

KSMHA Recruitment 2026 - Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner

KSMHA has released an official notification for the recruitment of Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner posts (2 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 10 Nov 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

KSMHA Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner - Overview

Organization	KSMHA
Post Name	Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner
Total Vacancies	2
Advertisement No.	A/514/2026/SMHA
Location	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Salary	Rs. 50,000 per MONTH
Job Type	Contract
Application Start Date	23 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply	10 Nov 2026
Official Website	www.ksmha.org

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner position at KSMHA will receive a salary of Rs. 50,000 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	23 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply	10 Nov 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for KSMHA Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: www.ksmha.org
Look for the Psychiatrist, Medical Practitioner recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Official Website	www.ksmha.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in KSMHA Recruitment 2026?

There are 2 vacancies: 1 Member - Psychiatrist in the Mental Health Review Board, Kannur, and 1 Member - Medical Practitioner in the Mental Health Review Board, Kozhikode.

What is the last date to apply for KSMHA Recruitment 2026?

The last date of submission is 10 November 2026 (Tuesday), before 5.15 PM.

What qualification is required for the KSMHA Member posts?

The Member - Psychiatrist needs the qualification set out in Section 2(1)(y) of the Mental Healthcare Act 2017. The Member - Medical Practitioner needs the qualification set out in Section 2(1)(n) of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017.

What honorarium does a Mental Health Review Board Member get?

A serving Government Psychiatrist/ Medical Practitioner gets Rs.2000/- per month. A retired Government Psychiatrist/ Medical Practitioner gets an honorarium limited to Rs.50,000/- [Last pay – pension (before commutation)]. Any other person nominated gets Rs. 1,000/- per sitting + TA.

How do I apply for KSMHA Recruitment 2026?

Send the application form with self-attested copies of your certificates by post or by hand to the Chief Executive Officer, Keralam State Mental Health Authority, Red Cross Road, Trivandrum – 695 035.

What should be written on the application envelope?

Write "Application for the appointment of Member of the Mental Health Review Board, Kannur/ Kozhikode" on the envelope.

Which documents must be attached to the application?

Attach an attested copy of a certificate proving your date of birth, and self-attested copies of the certificates of degree, post graduation and medical council registration. Also attach the documents proving age, educational qualifications and experience, a description of your mental health experience and your Curriculum Vitae.

What is the term of a Mental Health Review Board Member?

A Member holds office for five years or up to the age of seventy years, whichever is earlier. A Member is eligible for reappointment for another term of five years or up to the age of seventy years, whichever is earlier.

Are retired Government doctors eligible for DA and HRA as Board Members?

No. A retired Government Psychiatrist/ Medical Practitioner gets an honorarium limited to Rs.50,000/- and is not eligible for DA and HRA.

Can a political party office-bearer become a Mental Health Review Board Member?

No. Under Rule 19 of the Mental Healthcare (Central Mental Health Authority and Mental Health Review Boards) Rules, 2018, a member who holds any office in any political party during his tenure in the Board stands disqualified.