SDHM Kerala Recruitment 2026: Apply for 3 Posts

Recruitment Overview

The State Digital Health Mission (SDHM) / eHealth Kerala, under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Kerala, has announced recruitment for various positions on a contract basis. This recruitment is part of the eHealth Kerala project, a significant mission mode project for digitizing the health sector in Kerala.

Job Highlights

SDHM Kerala is looking to fill positions for Software Engineer (JAVA), Junior Developer (JAVA), and Procurement Assistant. These roles are crucial for the development and implementation of healthcare technology systems. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and organizational needs.

Vacancy Details

The official notification mentions the following positions:

Note: Vacancies may vary based on project requirements.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must be citizens of India. The eligibility criteria for each post are detailed below. The cut-off date for meeting the eligibility requirements is the date of the notification.

• Educational Qualification: BE/B.TECH/M.TECH (ECE/CS/IT/EEE) or MCA/M.Sc (C.S). A minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying exam is required.
• Desirable Qualifications: Relevant certifications are preferable.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of proven industry experience as a Software Developer in Java / J2EE technologies. Must be able to develop applications independently using Java / J2EE technologies (Servlet, JSP, JavaScript, AJAX, JQuery, BootStrap, Hibernate, REST, JSON). Experience in developing web applications using popular web frameworks (JSF, GWT, Spring MVC/Spring Boot) is also required. Knowledge with relational databases (Postgres, MySQL) and ORM technologies is necessary.
• Preferable Experience/Skillset: Hands-on experience with servers like Tomcat, JBoss, and development platforms like Eclipse. Familiarity with quality processes, project estimation, and planning. Knowledge of UML and other modeling methods. Good communication and presentation abilities.

• Educational Qualification: B.E/B.TECH/M.TECH (ECE/CS/IT/EEE) or MCA/M.Sc (C.S). A minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying exam is required.
• Other Job Qualification: Certification in JAVA Course (Desirable). Working knowledge of software design. Knowledgeable in concepts of OOP, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS3, SQL, and No SQL. Effective communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytic skills.

• Essential Qualification: B.COM/M.COM/MBA.
• Required Competencies, Skills & Experience: Minimum of 2 years of working experience with procurement/financial/accounts/administration management in an organization of repute. Working experience in government/development sector projects and IT procurements will be an added advantage.

Age Limit

The age limit for applicants is as follows, as of the date of notification:

• Software Engineer (JAVA): Candidates below 35 years of age.
• Junior Developer (JAVA): Candidates below 30 years of age.
• Procurement Assistant: Candidates below 35 years of age.

Application Fee

Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

The consolidated monthly remuneration for the positions is as follows:

• Software Engineer (JAVA): Rs. 50,000/- per month.
• Junior Developer (JAVA): Rs. 25,000/- per month.
• Procurement Assistant: Rs. 25,000/- per month.

An annual increment ranging from 5% to a maximum of 10% of the initial consolidated monthly remuneration may be granted based on performance review and annual appraisal.

Selection Process

Selection to the notified posts will be based on a written test and/or personal interview, as decided by eHealth Kerala / State Digital Health Mission (SDHM). The organization reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.

Important Dates

The last date for submission of applications is within 20 days from the date of notification.

How to Apply

Applications must be sent in the prescribed format. Physical applications will not be accepted. Candidates need to submit their applications in the format attached to the official notification.

Documents Required

Claims regarding educational qualifications, experience, age, and other eligibility criteria must be supported by self-attested copies of relevant documents. Original certificates and documents must be produced for verification at the time of the interview or certificate verification.

Important Instructions

• Applicants must ensure they fulfill all eligibility criteria before applying.
• All information furnished in the application must be true and correct. False information can lead to disqualification.
• Educational qualifications must be from Universities/Institutions recognized by the Government of Kerala or other competent statutory authorities.
• Selected candidates will be appointed on a contract basis and will need to execute an agreement.
• Mere fulfillment of eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection or appointment.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• The decision of eHealth Kerala / State Digital Health Mission on all matters related to eligibility, selection, and appointment will be final.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for SDHM Kerala Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submission of applications is within 20 days from the date of notification.

What are the posts available in the State Digital Health Mission Kerala recruitment?

The available posts are Software Engineer (JAVA), Junior Developer (JAVA), and Procurement Assistant.

What is the educational qualification for Software Engineer (JAVA)?

BE/B.TECH/M.TECH (ECE/CS/IT/EEE) or MCA/M.Sc (C.S) with at least 60% marks is required.

What is the age limit for Junior Developer (JAVA)?

Candidates below 30 years of age are eligible to apply.

How will candidates be selected for these posts?

Selection will be based on a written test and/or personal interview, as decided by eHealth Kerala / State Digital Health Mission.

Official Notification & Apply Online

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here