CMD Kerala 2025 Recruitment: Apply Online for Assistant Professor, Technical Assistant, and Other Posts at KSID

The Kerala State Institute of Design (KSID), functioning under the Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence (KASE) and the Department of Labour and Skills, Government of Kerala, has announced recruitment for various positions on a contract basis. The Centre for Management Development (CMD), Thiruvananthapuram, invites online applications from eligible candidates. If you aspire to join one of these prestigious roles, read on for a detailed overview of the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, important dates, and other essential information.

Recruitment Overview

• Organization: Kerala State Institute of Design (KSID)
• Managing Authority: Centre for Management Development (CMD), Thiruvananthapuram
• Start Date: January 18, 2025 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date: February 07, 2025 (05:00 PM)

Key Dates

• Start Date for Online Application: January 18, 2025 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date for Online Application: February 07, 2025 (05:00 PM)

Available Positions and Vacancy Details

1. Principal

• Vacancies: 1
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Educational Qualification: Ph.D. with a first-class degree at either Bachelor’s or Master’s level in the relevant branch.
  • Desirable: At least two successful Ph.D. supervisions and eight research publications in recognized journals.
  • Experience: 15 years of teaching, research, or industry experience, with at least 3 years at the Professor level.
  • Upper Age Limit: 60 years (as of 01.01.2025).
  • Salary: As per AICTE norms.

2. Associate Professor (B.Des)

• Vacancies: 2
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in a relevant field with first-class at Bachelor’s or Master’s level. Six research publications in recognized journals.
  • Experience: Minimum of 8 years, including 2 years of post-Ph.D. experience.
  • Upper Age Limit: 56 years (as of 01.01.2025).
  • Salary: ₹80,000 per month.

3. Assistant Professor (B.Des)

• Vacancies: 3
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Bachelor’s Degree or 4-year Diploma in Design, Fine Arts, Applied Arts, Architecture, or Engineering.
    • Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant disciplines such as Industrial Design, Visual Communication, Interaction Design, etc., with first-class or equivalent.
  • Experience: 2 years of professional design experience in industry or research.
  • Upper Age Limit: 56 years (as of 01.01.2025).
  • Salary: ₹60,000 per month.

4. Technical Assistant-Instructor

• Vacancies: 1
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Degree/Diploma in AV Production, Photography, Videography, Editing, or Sound; or an ITI Certificate in similar disciplines.
  • Experience:
    • Degree/Diploma holders: 3 years of relevant work experience in media, communication, or entertainment.
    • ITI holders: 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • Upper Age Limit: 56 years (as of 01.01.2025).
  • Salary: ₹24,000 per month.

5. Technical Assistant/Instructor (Metal and Plastic Workshop)

• Vacancies: 1
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Diploma in Metal Fabrication/Plastics Processing or ITI Certificate in related fields.
  • Experience:
    • Diploma holders: 3 years of relevant work experience.
    • ITI holders: 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • Upper Age Limit: 56 years (as of 01.01.2025).
  • Salary: ₹24,000 per month.

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality:
  Applicants must be Indian citizens.
• Cut-off Dates:
  • Age Limit: January 1, 2025.
  • Experience: January 1, 2025.

Selection Process

• Written Examination
• Group Discussion
• Skill Test/Proficiency Assessment
• Personal Interview

Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the further stages. Communication will be sent via email, SMS, or phone calls.

Important Instructions

• Experience Certificates:
  • Must include details like employer name, designation, duration, and responsibilities.
  • Affidavits are only accepted for the latest experience if specific details are unavailable.
• Educational Qualifications:
  • Candidates must upload either the original or provisional certificate.
  • Mark sheets or consolidated statements are not sufficient.
• General Conditions:
  • CMD/KSID reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process at any stage.
  • Misconduct or fraudulent claims will lead to debarment.