CMD & KIIFB Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 24 Jr. Consultant, Technical Assistant, Draftsman Posts

The Centre for Management Development (CMD) and Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) have announced recruitment for 24 vacancies across Junior Consultant, Technical Assistant, and Draftsman positions. CMD is a premier government organization in Kerala focused on capacity building and management development, while KIIFB is a statutory body implementing infrastructure development projects across Kerala. This recruitment offers opportunities for diploma and graduate candidates to work in project management, technical implementation, and infrastructure planning roles. Selected candidates will be deployed in various infrastructure projects and capacity building initiatives across Kerala. The positions offer competitive remuneration and career growth in government-aided institutions working on state development priorities.

Important Dates

Note: Exact dates to be announced in official notification

Vacancy Details (Indicative)

Post-wise Distribution (Typical):

• Junior Consultant: 10 posts
• Technical Assistant: 10 posts
• Draftsman: 4 posts

Educational Qualification

Junior Consultant:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical) OR Master's degree in Economics/Statistics/Finance from recognized university
• Minimum 60% marks in qualifying degree
• Preference for candidates with project management experience

Technical Assistant:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering from recognized polytechnic
• Minimum 55% marks in diploma
• Computer proficiency required (AutoCAD, MS Office)

Draftsman:

• Diploma in Draughtsmanship (Civil/Architectural) from recognized institution
• ITI in Draughtsman Civil/Mechanical with minimum 2 years experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other drafting software

Age Limit

Age Relaxation:

• OBC candidates: 3 years
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years
• PWD candidates: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years

Age calculated as on closing date of application

Nationality

• Indian citizens only
• Certificate of eligibility from Government of India required for certain categories
• Preference for Kerala domicile candidates as per state government norms

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official CMD website (www.cmdkerala.net) or KIIFB portal (www.kiifb.org)
2. Click on 'Careers' or 'Recruitment 2026' section on homepage
3. Read the detailed notification and ensure eligibility criteria are met
4. Click on 'Apply Online' link for desired position
5. Complete one-time registration using valid email ID and mobile number
6. Fill the application form with personal, educational, and professional details
7. Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates, caste certificate if applicable)
8. Pay application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI)
9. Review all entered information carefully before final submission
10. Submit the application form and note down the registration/application number
11. Take printout of completed application form for future reference
12. Retain payment receipt for records

Application Fees

Payment mode: Online only (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)

Selection Stages

1. Written Examination/Computer Based Test: Objective type test covering general knowledge, technical knowledge related to the post, quantitative aptitude, and reasoning ability. Duration typically 2 hours with 100-150 questions.

1. Skill Test (for Technical Assistant and Draftsman): Practical assessment of technical skills including AutoCAD drafting, technical drawing, and computer proficiency. Candidates must achieve minimum qualifying marks.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificates, age proof, and other relevant documents.

1. Personal Interview: Final stage assessing candidate's technical knowledge, communication skills, job suitability, and overall personality. Interview typically carries 25-30% weightage in final merit.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must undergo medical fitness examination as per government norms. Medical fitness certificate from authorized medical board required.

1. Final Merit List: Prepared based on combined performance in written test, skill test (if applicable), and interview marks, subject to document verification and medical fitness.

Written Examination Pattern

For Junior Consultant

For Technical Assistant & Draftsman

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks: General/EWS - 40%, OBC - 35%, SC/ST - 33%

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) or Offline OMR based (as per notification)

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History, Culture and Heritage
• Indian Geography and World Geography
• Indian Polity and Governance
• Economic and Social Development in India
• Environmental Ecology and Biodiversity
• General Science and Scientific Research
• Current events of National and International importance
• Kerala specific GK (History, Geography, Culture, Development schemes)
• Awards and Honours, Sports, Books and Authors

Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning

• Number Systems and Simplification
• Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion
• Time and Work, Time and Distance
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)
• Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
• Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning
• Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations

Technical Knowledge (Civil Engineering)

• Building Materials and Construction Technology
• Surveying and Levelling
• Strength of Materials and Structural Analysis
• Concrete Technology and RCC Design
• Geotechnical Engineering and Foundation Design
• Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics
• Transportation Engineering and Highway Design
• Environmental Engineering and Water Supply
• Estimation, Costing and Project Management
• AutoCAD and Technical Drawing

Technical Knowledge (Electrical/Mechanical)

• Basic Electrical/Mechanical Engineering principles
• Machines and Equipment
• Power Systems/Thermodynamics
• Control Systems/Fluid Mechanics
• Measurements and Instrumentation
• Estimation and Costing
• Safety Standards and Regulations

Computer Knowledge

• Computer Fundamentals and MS Office
• Operating Systems (Windows, Linux basics)
• Internet and Email applications
• AutoCAD, Revit, and technical software
• Database basics and Office automation

English Language

• Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions)
• Vocabulary and Synonyms/Antonyms
• Comprehension passages
• Error correction and Sentence improvement
• Basic communication skills

Salary Structure (Typical/Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Medical reimbursement and health insurance
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Provident Fund and pension benefits (if regularized)
• Performance-based incentives
• Professional development allowances

Note: Exact salary depends on organization pay structure and may be consolidated or as per Kerala government pay scales

Career progression in CMD and KIIFB follows structured advancement paths. Junior Consultants can progress to Senior Consultant and then to Project Manager/Deputy Director roles based on performance and experience. Technical Assistants and Draftsmen can advance to Senior Technical Assistant, Supervisor, and eventually to managerial technical positions. Internal promotions are typically available after 3-5 years of satisfactory service, with opportunities for specialized training and skill enhancement programs.

Admit cards will be released approximately 10-15 days before the examination date on the official CMD and KIIFB websites. Candidates must download their admit cards using their registration number and date of birth/password. No physical admit cards will be sent by post. The admit card contains essential details including exam venue, reporting time, and important instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with valid photo ID proof to the examination center.

Results for the written examination will be declared approximately 4-6 weeks after the exam date on the official websites. Candidates can check their results by entering their registration number and date of birth. The result will display marks obtained, cutoff marks, and qualification status. Shortlisted candidates for skill test and interview will be intimated separately through email and SMS. Final selection list will be published after completion of all selection stages including document verification and medical examination.

Typical cutoff marks vary by category and post. For Junior Consultant positions, General category cutoffs usually range between 75-85 marks out of 130, while OBC cutoffs are around 65-75 marks, and SC/ST cutoffs are approximately 55-65 marks. For Technical Assistant and Draftsman posts, General category cutoffs typically fall between 60-70 marks out of 100, with proportionate relaxation for reserved categories. Actual cutoffs depend on vacancy numbers, total applicants, and exam difficulty level.

Examination Centres

Kerala (Primary centres): Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Kannur, Kollam, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kottayam, Alappuzha

South India: Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Mangalore, Puducherry

West India: Mumbai, Pune, Goa

North India: Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow

East India: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar

Northeast India: Guwahati

Note: Majority of centres will be in Kerala. Centres in other states subject to sufficient number of candidates. Final exam centre allotment will be mentioned in the admit card and may not be changed under any circumstances.