CMD Kerala Confidential Assistant Recruitment 2026

The Centre for Management Development (CMD), Kerala is hiring 1 Confidential Assistant to the Managing Director for Vizhinjam International Seaport Limited (VISL). If you are a First Class graduate with good computer skills and at least 2 years of experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 15 July 2026. The salary is Rs. 30,000 per month and the age limit is 35 years.

Centre for Management Development (CMD) Kerala Confidential Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Centre for Management Development (CMD), an autonomous institution under the Government of Kerala, has released Notification No. CMD/VISL/02/2026 to recruit 1 Confidential Assistant to the Managing Director of Vizhinjam International Seaport Limited (VISL). This is a contract post - you will be deployed to VISL through CMD on an outsourced basis, initially for one year. If you have worked as a Personal Assistant, Confidential Assistant, or Secretary to senior officials, this role at one of Kerala's flagship seaport projects is worth applying for.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: First Class Graduation (in any discipline) with excellent proficiency in computer operations.
• Experience: At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in Government, Semi-Government, PSU, or reputed private institutions - preferably as a Confidential Assistant, Personal Assistant, or Secretary to top management officials.
• Skills: Strong written and spoken communication in Malayalam and English, proficiency in shorthand, good organizing and interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle work pressure.
• Nationality: You must be a citizen of India.

Age Limit

• The maximum age limit is 35 years, calculated as on 01 June 2026.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years and OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation, as per Government rules.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 30,000.

Selection Process

CMD decides the exact selection method based on the number of applications received. The process may include one or more of these stages:

1. Application Screening: Applications are checked against the qualification and experience criteria.
2. Written Test: A written test may be held to shortlist candidates.
3. Group Discussion / Skill Test: A group discussion or a skill/proficiency test (including shorthand) may be conducted.
4. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview.

Only post-qualification experience is counted. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted by email, SMS, or phone.

How to Apply

1. Go to the CMD Kerala website at cmd.kerala.gov.in and open the online application link for this post.
2. Fill in the online application form with your details.
3. Upload your photograph (below 200 KB) and signature (below 50 KB) in JPG format.
4. Upload your education and experience certificates.
5. Submit the application before 15 July 2026, 5:00 PM.

Applications open from 01 July 2026 (10:00 AM). Only online applications are accepted. For help, call the CMD help desk at 0471 2320101 (ext 237, 250) between 10 AM and 5 PM on working days.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 01 July 2026
• Online Application Start: 01 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 15 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Age & Experience Cut-off Date: 01 June 2026

• Manage the daily schedule and appointments of the Managing Director
• Arrange meetings and prepare agendas and related papers
• Draft official letters, documents, and PowerPoint presentations
• Organize travel arrangements for the Managing Director
• Screen phone calls and enquiries and handle them appropriately
• Carry out internet-based research work as directed
• Coordinate with Government departments and other offices
• Keep sensitive information confidential at all times