Arogyakeralam Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Ophthalmic Assistant, Audiologist cum Speech therapist and More Posts

Arogyakeralam Recruitment 2026 invites applications for various paramedical positions including Ophthalmic Assistant, Audiologist cum Speech Therapist and other healthcare support roles. Arogyakeralam is a public health initiative of the Government of Kerala aimed at providing comprehensive healthcare services across the state. These positions will be deployed in various primary health centres, community health centres, and district hospitals under the health department. Selected candidates will work directly with communities to deliver essential health services. This recruitment offers an opportunity to serve in Kerala's progressive public health system with competitive salaries and benefits. The positions require diploma-level qualifications in relevant medical/paramedical fields and candidates must demonstrate commitment to public service.

Important Dates

Typical / Indicative vacancy breakdown:

Note: Actual vacancy distribution across posts - Ophthalmic Assistant, Audiologist cum Speech Therapist, and other paramedical positions - will be specified in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Ophthalmic Assistant: Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistance / Optometry from a recognized institution. Registration with State Paramedical Council (if applicable).
• Audiologist cum Speech Therapist: Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (ASLP) or equivalent from a recognized institution. Registration with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) is mandatory.
• Other Posts: Relevant diploma/certificate in the concerned paramedical discipline from a recognized institution as per post requirements.
• All qualifications must be from institutions recognized by respective councils/boards.

Age Limit

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidates must be Indian Citizens.
• Preference may be given to candidates domiciled in Kerala State as per state government norms.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official Arogyakeralam recruitment portal or Kerala PSC website as specified in the notification.
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for the desired post (Ophthalmic Assistant / Audiologist cum Speech Therapist / Other Posts).
3. Register as a new user with your email ID and mobile number. Verify your registration through OTP.
4. Log in using your credentials and fill the online application form with personal, educational, and contact details.
5. Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph (JPEG format, size 10-50 KB) and signature (JPEG format, size 5-20 KB).
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents: educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), age proof, experience certificates (if any).
7. Pay the application fee online through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI.
8. Review all entered information carefully and submit the application form.
9. Take a printout of the completed application form with payment receipt for future reference.
10. No physical documents need to be sent at the application stage.

Application Fee

Fee payment through online mode only. No other mode of payment accepted. Fee is non-refundable.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination: Computer-based test or offline written examination covering general knowledge, reasoning ability, basic numerical ability, and subject-specific technical knowledge related to the post applied for. Duration typically 2 hours.

1. Skill Test / Practical Examination: Candidates qualifying the written test will undergo a practical skill assessment relevant to their field (ophthalmic testing procedures, audiometry testing, speech therapy techniques, etc.). This will test hands-on competency in the respective discipline.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present original documents for verification including educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificate, age proof, identity proof, and any other relevant documents.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates will undergo a medical fitness examination by an authorized medical board to ensure they meet the physical and mental health standards required for the position.

1. Final Merit List: Based on the combined performance in written examination and skill test, along with successful document verification and medical clearance, the final merit list will be prepared and published on the official website.

Examination Pattern

Typical / Indicative exam pattern:

Written Examination (Preliminary)

Skill Test / Practical Examination

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in the written examination. No negative marking in skill test/practical examination.

Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History, Culture and National Movement
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy and Planning
• Geography of India and Kerala
• Current events of national and international importance
• Kerala Renaissance and Social Reforms
• Important government schemes and initiatives

General Malayalam / English

• Vocabulary and grammar
• Comprehension passages
• Basic communication skills
• Official language proficiency
• Sentence formation and error detection

Reasoning & Numerical Ability

• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Number series, coding-decoding
• Data interpretation and analysis
• Basic arithmetic operations
• Percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Simple and compound interest
• Time and work problems

Technical Knowledge - Ophthalmic Assistant

• Anatomy and physiology of the eye
• Basic principles of optics and refraction
• Common eye diseases and disorders
• Ophthalmic instruments and their uses
• Vision testing procedures and techniques
• Ophthalmic surgical assistance
• Patient care and counseling
• Infection control and sterilization
• Medical terminology related to ophthalmology

Technical Knowledge - Audiologist cum Speech Therapist

• Anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing mechanisms
• Speech and language development
• Phonetics and phonology
• Assessment and diagnosis of speech, language, and hearing disorders
• Therapeutic interventions for communication disorders
• Audiological evaluation techniques and audiometry
• Hearing aid selection and fitting
• Rehabilitation strategies for hearing impaired
• Counseling techniques for patients and families
• Documentation and record maintenance

General Paramedical Topics (All Posts)

• Basic human anatomy and physiology
• Medical terminology and abbreviations
• Hospital administration and management
• Patient care ethics and professional conduct
• Bio-medical waste management
• First aid and emergency care
• National Health Programs of India

Typical / Indicative salary structure for paramedical staff in Kerala government healthcare system:

Additional Benefits: Government employees are entitled to other perks including LTC (Leave Travel Concession), gratuity, pension benefits (under applicable scheme), professional development allowance, and various government welfare schemes. Annual increments as per 7th Pay Commission norms apply.

Selected candidates will initially work as Ophthalmic Assistants, Audiologists, or other paramedical staff in primary/community health centres. With experience and performance, opportunities exist for promotion to Senior Paramedical Officer, Supervisory roles in district hospitals, or specialized positions in tertiary care centres. Further qualifications and departmental examinations can lead to administrative positions within the health department hierarchy with enhanced pay scales and responsibilities.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled exam date on the official Arogyakeralam recruitment portal or Kerala PSC website. Candidates must download their admit cards by logging in with their application number and password. The admit card contains essential details including exam venue, reporting time, and important instructions. No physical admit cards will be sent by post.

Results for each stage (written examination, skill test) will be declared separately on the official website. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number or application number. Written examination results typically declare within 4-6 weeks of the exam date. Final selection list will be published after completion of all selection stages including document verification and medical examination, usually within 2-3 months of the skill test.

Cutoff marks vary based on the difficulty level of the examination and number of applicants. Typically, General category candidates need to score around 50-60% marks in the written examination to qualify for the skill test. SC/ST/OBC candidates may have reduced cutoffs, generally 5-10% lower than general category. Category-wise cutoffs are declared along with the results and depend on factors like total vacancies and overall candidate performance.

Examination Centres

North Region: Delhi NCR, Chandigarh

South Region: Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Kollam, Kannur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Kasaragod, Wayanad (Major centres across Kerala), Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad

East Region: Kolkata

West Region: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad

Northeast Region: Guwahati

Note: Primary exam centres will be located across all 14 districts of Kerala. Limited centres may be available outside Kerala based on demand.