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IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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Vacancies
Within 30 days from publication in Employment News (31.10.2026 – 06.11.2026), i.e., upto 5:00 pm on 30.11.2026
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
India
Location
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IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (IHMCT), Kovalam, an Autonomous Body under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has invited applications from qualified candidates for appointment to the post of Lower Division Clerk. Interested candidates may apply via online mode only by filling the prescribed application form given in the website of www.cmd.kerala.gov.in. The online application submission link will open on 31.10.2026 (10:00 a.m.). Last date for submission of online application is within 30 days from the publication of the advertisement in the Employment News (31
Last Updated31 Oct 2026

About IHMCT Lower Division Clerk

The Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (IHMCT), Kovalam operates as an Autonomous Body under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk at a Glance

ParticularsDetails
OrganisationInstitute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (IHMCT), Kovalam
Advertisement No.CMD/IHMCT/002/2026
Post Name(s)Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
Vacancies2 (Two)
Pay₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-2, 7th CPC)
Age Limit18-28 years (As on 01/10/2026)
Application FeeGeneral Category: 500/- | SC/ST Category: 300/- | Ex-servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation: Exempted from payment of fee
Job LocationKovalam
Application ModeOnline Mode Only
Last Date to Apply30.11.2026 (upto 5:00 pm)
Official Websitewww.cmd.kerala.gov.in

Vacancy Details

The recruitment offers a total of 2 vacancies for the Lower Division Clerk post, categorized as follows: FREEJOBALERT DAILY QUIZ Preparing for Govt Exams? Test Yourself! 25 Questions · 20 Minutes · Instant Score Take Today's Free Quiz →
Post NameTotal VacanciesCategory Wise Breakup
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)2 (Two)UR – 1, EWS – 1 (One vacancy is reserved for the Ex-servicemen category)

Who Can Apply

Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years of age as on 01/10/2026. Candidates born between 02.10.1997 and 01.10.2008 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply.
IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Qualification
PostQualification Required
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)10+2 or Higher Secondary School, possessing typing speed of 40 W.P.M. and working knowledge of computer. Desirable: One year experience in computer applications as on 01.10.2026.
Age Relaxation
CategoryRelaxation Details
SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and other eligible categoriesEntitled to age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Ex-servicemen (ESM)Age relaxation for ex-servicemen will be in accordance with the DOPT, Government of India OM No.DOPT-1766747426976 dated 25, December 2025.

Pay and Tenure

Selected candidates for the Lower Division Clerk post will receive a pay scale of ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-2, 7th CPC).

Documents Required

Candidates must upload either the original certificate or the provisional certificate issued by a competent authority when submitting their educational qualification certificates. Uploading mark sheets, consolidated mark sheets, or statements instead of certificates will not be accepted. Candidates must upload No Objection Certificate, in case already employed in Government/ Government undertakings. Candidates seeking reservation benefits available for EWS/ ESM must ensure that they are entitled to such reservation as per eligibility prescribed in the Notice and possess certificates in the prescribed format. Serving Defence Personnel Certificate as per the prescribed format attached (Annexure- I), if applicable (for personnel whose Specific Period of Engagement (SPE) is to be completed on or before 31.01.2027). For Ex-Servicemen (ESM) category candidates must upload: (1) Undertaking as p

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 : Selection Process & Exam Pattern

CMD/IHMCT reserves the right to determine the selection process based on requirements. The selection process may include application screening, criteria-based screening, a written test and skill test/proficiency test. Only shortlisted candidates will receive intimations via email, SMS, or phone call regarding the selection process.

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 : Important Dates & Timelines

EventDate
Notification Date31.10.2026
Online Application Opening Date31.10.2026 (10:00 a.m.)
Last Date for Submission of Online ApplicationWithin 30 days from publication in Employment News (31.10.2026 – 06.11.2026), i.e., upto 5:00 pm on 30.11.2026
Serving Defence Personnel SPE Completion LimitOn or before 31.01.2027

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Important Instructions

Applicants should have a valid personal email ID and mobile no., which should be kept active till the completion of this Recruitment Process. Application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Incomplete/incorrect application form will be summarily rejected. The applicant should not furnish any false, tampered, fabricated information or suppress any material information while filling up the application form. The qualification stipulated for the post must be from a recognized University/ Institute. Equivalency certificate issued by the competent authority must be submitted for equivalent qualifications. In case of any problems faced by the candidates in filling up the online application form they may contact the HELP DESK on the phone number: 0471 2320101 between 10am and 5pm on working days (Monday – Friday).

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Applicant must be citizens of India.
  • 2The applicants are required to go through the detailed notification carefully and decide themselves about their eligibility for this recruitment before applying online.
  • 3Application fee shall be paid by online mode only. Candidates have to pay *application fee plus transaction fee as applicable.
  • 4Applicants must compulsorily fill-up all relevant fields of the online application.
  • 5Scan the latest photograph of the candidate and upload the same in the space provided in the online application [scanned image shall be less than 200 kB in *.JPG format only].
  • 6Candidate shall make his/her signature on a white paper, scan the same and upload it in the space provided in the online application [scanned image shall be less than 50 kB in *.JPG format only]. The signature must be signed only by the candidate, full signature (initials not sufficient, CAPITAL LETTERS not permitted).
  • 7Submit the online application via www.cmd.kerala.gov.in.

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 : Important Instructions

Applicants should have a valid personal email ID and mobile no., which should be kept active till the completion of this Recruitment Process. Application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Incomplete/incorrect application form will be summarily rejected. The applicant should not furnish any false, tampered, fabricated information or suppress any material information while filling up the application form. The qualification stipulated for the post must be from a recognized University/ Institute. Equivalency certificate issued by the competent authority must be submitted for equivalent qualifications. In case of any problems faced by the candidates in filling up the online application form they may contact the HELP DESK on the phone number: 0471 2320101 between 10am and 5pm on working days (Monday – Friday).

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1How many vacancies are available for the Lower Division Clerk post?
A
2 (Two) vacancies (UR – 1, EWS – 1).
Q2What is the last date to apply online for IHMCT LDC Recruitment 2026?
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Upto 5:00 pm on 30.11.2026.
Q3What is the educational qualification required for IHMCT LDC?
A
10+2 or Higher Secondary School, possessing typing speed of 40 W.P.M. and working knowledge of computer. (Desirable: One year experience in computer applications as on 01.10.2026).
Q4What is the age limit for the Lower Division Clerk post?
A
18-28 years (Candidates born between 02.10.1997 and 01.10.2008 both dates inclusive).
Q5What is the application fee for General category candidates?
A
General Category: 500/-
Q6Are SC/ST candidates required to pay an application fee?
A
SC/ST Category: 300/-
Q7Is there any fee exemption for Ex-servicemen?
A
Ex-servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation are exempted from payment of fee.
Q8How can I apply for IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
A
Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for IHMCT Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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