Kerala State Civil Supplies Department has released an official notification for the temporary contract recruitment of Research Officer, Research Assistant and Data Entry Operator posts under the Price Monitoring Cell and Centre for Price Research, Kerala. A total of 16 vacancies are available, including 1 Research Officer, 1 Research Assistant and 14 Data Entry Operators. Eligible candidates must submit the application by post on or before 22 August 2026.
Kerala Civil Supplies Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Kerala State Civil Supplies Department |
|---|---|
| Department | Commissionerate of Civil Supplies |
| Notification No. | CCS/6397/2026-S1 |
| Posts | Research Officer, Research Assistant, Data Entry Operator |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Job Type | Temporary / Contract Basis |
| Contract Period | 7 Months, extendable based on performance and departmental requirements |
| Application Mode | Offline / Physical Application by Post |
| Last Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Job Location | Kerala |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Salary | Work Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Officer | 1 | ₹36,000 per month | Head Office |
| Research Assistant | 1 | ₹30,000 per month | Head Office |
| Data Entry Operator | 14 | ₹24,000 per month | One in each district |
Research Officer – Qualification & Eligibility
- First Class Post Graduate Degree in Economics, Statistics or Mathematics.
- Statistics must have been studied as a subject at least at the Bachelor’s Degree level.
- Candidates who obtained the qualification from a University outside Kerala must produce an equivalency certificate from a University in Kerala.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in statistical analysis, research or price collection.
- Experience should be in Government Sector, Government autonomous bodies, PSUs or Universities.
- Maximum age: 40 years as on 01 July 2026.
Research Officer – Salary & Duties
The selected Research Officer will receive a consolidated remuneration of ₹36,000 per month. The post is based at the Head Office, and the selected candidate should be willing to work at other departmental offices if required.
- Monitor and analyse price-related data.
- Study trends in prices of essential commodities.
- Support research and price monitoring activities.
- Assist the department in developing measures relating to price fluctuations.
Research Assistant – Qualification & Eligibility
- First Class Post Graduate Degree in Economics, Statistics or Mathematics.
- Statistics must have been studied as a subject at least at the Bachelor’s Degree level.
- Equivalency certificate from a University in Kerala is required if the qualification was obtained from a University outside Kerala.
- Maximum age: 40 years as on 01 July 2026.
Research Assistant – Desirable Skills
- DCA or PGDCA from a Government-approved institution is desirable.
- Proficiency in English and Malayalam, both speaking and writing.
- Proficiency in word processing.
- Ability to work with Excel formats.
Research Assistant – Salary & Responsibilities
The Research Assistant post carries a consolidated salary of ₹30,000 per month. The selected candidate will work at the Head Office and may be required to work at other offices of the department.
- Collect data received from field-level sources.
- Analyse market trends and predict upcoming quarterly prices.
- Identify suitable sources and places where essential commodities are available at lower prices.
- Compile information relating to mandis and e-marketplaces.
- Analyse essential commodity price trends within Kerala and across India.
- Advise the Commissioner regarding price fluctuations on a monthly basis.
Data Entry Operator – 14 Vacancies
The Civil Supplies Department has announced 14 Data Entry Operator vacancies, with one post allocated for each district. Candidates can choose one district while submitting the application. Priority will be given to candidates residing in the same district.
Data Entry Operator Qualification
- Any Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Diploma in Computer Application from a Government-recognized institution.
- Knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel formats.
- Candidates claiming an equivalent qualification must produce the relevant Government Order proving equivalency at the time of verification.
- Maximum age: 40 years as on 01 July 2026.
- A two-wheeler driving licence is desirable.
Data Entry Operator – Salary & Duties
The Data Entry Operator post carries a consolidated remuneration of ₹24,000 per month. The selected candidates will work throughout their selected district and may also be required to work at other departmental offices if necessary.
- Collect data from designated marketplaces within the selected district.
- Collect data daily or at intervals specified by the department.
- Follow instructions issued by the Price Monitoring Cell and Centre for Price Research, Kerala.
District Preference for Data Entry Operators
Candidates applying for the Data Entry Operator post can select only one district in the application form. The department has stated that priority will be given to candidates who reside in the same district they select.
Age Limit
- The maximum age for all three posts is 40 years as on 01 July 2026.
- Candidates should ensure that they satisfy the prescribed age requirement before applying.
Selection Process
- Submission of physical application.
- Scrutiny of applications.
- Interview conducted by the Selection Committee.
- Preparation of rank list based on interview marks.
- Publication of selected candidates on the Civil Supplies Department website.
The selection will be based on the marks obtained in the interview conducted by the Selection Committee. Interview dates will be published on the department website and candidates will also be informed through email. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Application Mode
This recruitment is not an online application process. The official notification clearly states that only physical applications will be considered. Candidates must use the application format provided as Annexure A in the notification.
How to Apply for Kerala Civil Supplies Recruitment 2026
- Download the official notification and application form.
- Take a printout of the application form provided as Annexure A.
- Fill in the required personal details, qualification and experience information.
- For Data Entry Operator applicants, mention the preferred district.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and self-attest it as instructed in the application form.
- Do not send copies of certificates along with the application.
- Keep all original certificates ready for verification.
- Place the completed application in an envelope.
- Clearly superscribe the name of the post on the envelope.
- Send the application by Registered Post or Speed Post.
- Ensure that the application reaches the department on or before 22 August 2026.
Where to Send the Application
Applications should be sent to:
The Commissioner
Commissionerate of Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs
Public Office Complex
Thiruvananthapuram – 695033
Kerala
Important Application Instructions
- Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications in separate envelopes.
- The name of the post should be clearly written on the envelope.
- Only physical applications will be considered.
- Incomplete, ineligible or defective applications will be rejected without notice.
- Applications received after 22 August 2026 will be summarily rejected.
- No copies of certificates need to be sent along with the application.
- Original certificates must be produced during certificate verification.
- All future correspondence will be made through the email address provided in the application.
- Candidates should regularly check their email and the Civil Supplies Department website for interview and selection updates.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Filled application form.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Original educational qualification certificates.
- Experience certificates, wherever applicable.
- Age proof.
- Other original certificates required to establish eligibility.
The application form itself requires details including name, age and date of birth, gender, nationality, mobile number, email address, permanent address, communication address, academic qualifications, post-qualification experience and, for Data Entry Operator applicants, district preference. The final page contains a declaration that the information provided is true and that original certificates will be produced when required.
Last Date to Apply
The last date for receipt of applications is 22 August 2026. Candidates should send the application sufficiently early so that it reaches the Commissionerate of Civil Supplies before the deadline. Applications received after the last date will not be considered.