Kerala • Kollam

Kollam Director Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Kollam for the post of Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Portal: kollam.nic.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2025-09-19
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Personal Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Personal Interview.
Related Openings under Kollam
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Handhold Support Engineer 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2022-12-20
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-10-31
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-09-30
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 20-12-2018

Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Visit the official recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email address to generate a unique candidate ID and password.

2

Log in to the candidate dashboard, select the Director recruitment notification, and fill in personal, educational, and experience details accurately to ensure alignment with the mandatory eligibility criteria specified.

3

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential academic certificates in the prescribed format and size as mandated by the portal technical guidelines to avoid application rejection.

4

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, credit card, or UPI, ensuring the transaction status is updated to success before final submission.

5

Download the final submitted application form and keep the transaction reference number safe, as these are required for downloading the admit card once the examination schedule is officially announced.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Kollam Director Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Preliminary Screening 200 Marks, 150 Minutes General Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and Current Affairs of National and International Importance.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization 300 Marks, 180 Minutes Public Administration, Governance, Financial Management, Local Self-Government Laws, and Policy Implementation Frameworks.
Stage 3: Personal Interview 100 Marks, 30 Minutes Leadership assessment, situational judgment, administrative ethics, and in-depth knowledge of district-level developmental challenges.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Qualifying Only Verification of original academic credentials, caste certificates, experience letters, and mandatory physical fitness assessment.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Director position in a municipal or district-level administrative setup typically aligns with Level 13 or 14 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, depending on the specific cadre hierarchy. Assuming Level 13, the entry basic pay is approximately 1,23,100 INR. With Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (65,243 INR), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities at 18% (22,158 INR), and Transport Allowance (TA) of 7,200 INR plus DA thereon, the gross monthly salary reaches approximately 2,23,000 INR. After mandatory NPS deductions (10% of Basic + DA) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary is approximately 1,95,000 INR. The 8th CPC is expected to revise these coefficients, likely introducing a higher fitment factor to account for inflation and administrative responsibilities, further enhancing the total emoluments for senior executive roles within the state or central administrative framework.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment follows the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC-NCL candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to 10 years of age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is strictly implemented for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category, subject to the production of a valid income and asset certificate. Women candidates and specific reserved categories are often exempted from application fees or provided significant concessions as per state-specific notifications. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by competent authorities, ensuring compliance with the constitutional mandate for social equity in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Kollam Director Recruitment

Is there a minimum cutoff for the preliminary stage?

Yes, candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks in the preliminary stage to qualify for the domain specialization paper.

Will normalization be applied to the scores?

Normalization is applied if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a mandatory service bond for this role?

Selected candidates are typically required to execute a service bond for a period of three years to ensure administrative continuity.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for this cadre is two years, during which performance is monitored before confirmation.

Can the syllabus be modified after notification?

The syllabus is fixed upon notification; however, the authority reserves the right to update specific policy-related topics based on new legislation.

Are posting locations transferable?

Yes, as a state-level administrative role, the posting is transferable across the district or state jurisdiction as per administrative requirements.