SI-MET Recruitment 2026: Offline Form For 19 Assistant Professor, Lecturer Posts

The State Institute of Medical Education and Technology (SI-MET), an autonomous institution under the Government of Kerala, has released an official recruitment notification (Notification No: B/333(1)/2026/SI-MET, dated 03.11.2026) inviting offline applications for nursing faculty positions. This recruitment drive aims to fill 19 vacancies for the posts of Assistant Professor (8 Posts) and Lecturer (11 Posts) on a contractual basis across SI-MET Nursing Colleges located at Dharmadam, Thaliparamba (Kannur District), and Udma (Kasargod District).

According to the official notification, eligible candidates must submit their completed application forms along with required testimonials to the Director’s office in Thiruvananthapuram on or before 18 November 2026 (before 05:00 PM). Appointed faculty members will be engaged on a contract basis for an initial term of one year, with provisions for renewal based on satisfactory performance. Selected Assistant Professors will receive a consolidated monthly pay of ₹33,320/-, while Lecturers will receive ₹32,450/- per month (both subject to upward revision).

Candidates possessing an M.Sc. in Nursing with valid registration from the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC) are eligible to apply. Assistant Professor applicants additionally require at least 3 years of collegiate teaching experience post-M.Sc. Nursing. Candidates residing in Kannur and Kasargod districts will be given preference, and appointed posts will be strictly non-transferrable to other SI-MET colleges. Interested healthcare educators should review the post-wise eligibility criteria, age limits, fee payment modes, and postal application guidelines before applying.

SI-MET Kerala Nursing Faculty Recruitment 2026 Highlights

SI-MET Faculty Recruitment Important Dates 2026

SI-MET Nursing College Vacancy Details & Pay Scale 2026

*Note: Consolidated remuneration is likely to be enhanced as noted in the official notification.

SI-MET Faculty Eligibility Criteria 2026

1. Post-Wise Educational Qualifications & Experience

• Assistant Professor:
  • Qualification: M.Sc. in Nursing in the relevant specialty from an institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC).
  • Experience: Total minimum of 03 years of teaching experience after M.Sc. Nursing in a recognized collegiate nursing program.
  • Registration: Valid registration with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC) is mandatory.
• Lecturer:
  • Qualification: M.Sc. in Nursing from a recognized university/institution.
  • Experience: Freshers with M.Sc. Nursing are eligible to apply.
  • Registration: Valid registration with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC) is mandatory.

2. Age Limits

• General Candidates: Maximum age limit is up to 50 years as of the date of application.
• Retired Hands: Maximum age limit is up to 59 years.

SI-MET Application Fee & Payment Mode 2026

Payment Procedure: Candidates can remit the application fee through the SB Collect online link available on the SI-MET website (simet.in) or by downloading the official Challan form from the website and paying across the counter at any State Bank of India (SBI) branch. Enclose the fee payment receipt / counterfoil with the application dossier.

Important Appointment Conditions & District Preference

• District Preference: Qualified candidates who are permanent residents of Kannur and Kasargod districts will be given preference during selection.
• Non-Transferrable Posts: All appointments made against these vacant seats are strictly non-transferrable to any other nursing colleges administered by SI-MET across Kerala.
• Tenure: Engagement will be on a contractual basis for a duration of one year, subject to renewal based on performance evaluations and institutional needs.
• Communal Reservation: Applicants seeking communal reservation benefits must produce valid Community / Caste Certificates and Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificates issued by competent revenue authorities.

How to Apply Offline for SI-MET Nursing Faculty Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications by following the steps outlined below:

1. Visit the official SI-MET portal at simet.in.
2. Download the prescribed Application Form for Assistant Professor or Lecturer.
3. Carefully fill out all sections including personal profile, permanent address, contact details, academic marks (B.Sc. & M.Sc. Nursing), KNMC registration number and validity, and detailed post-qualification collegiate teaching experience.
4. Pay the requisite application fee (₹250/- for General, ₹100/- for SC/ST) online via SB Collect or through SBI Challan.
5. Attach self-attested photocopies of all educational mark lists, degree certificates, experience certificates, KNMC registration proof, age proof (SSLC), caste/community certificates, and the original fee receipt/challan.
6. Affix a recent passport-sized photograph in the designated box on the application form and sign the declaration.
7. Enclose all documents inside a sealed envelope superscribing “Application for the Post of [Assistant Professor / Lecturer] in SI-MET Nursing Colleges”.
8. Send the completed application packet by Registered Post / Speed Post or deliver it in person to the following address before 18 November 2026 (05:00 PM):

   To,

   The Director,

   State Institute of Medical Education and Technology (SI-MET),

   TC 94/2750, Pattoor, Vanchiyoor P.O.,

   Thiruvananthapuram – 695035 (Kerala)

Documents Required with Application Form

Applicants must attach self-attested copies of the following documents:

• Duly filled and signed application form in the prescribed format.
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae / Bio-Data.
• Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) / 10th standard certificate for proof of date of birth.
• B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing Degree Certificate and consolidated mark sheets.
• M.Sc. Nursing Degree Certificate and mark sheets indicating nursing specialty.
• Valid Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC) Registration Certificate.
• Post-qualification collegiate teaching experience certificates clearly specifying dates and designations.
• Original fee payment receipt (SB Collect e-Receipt or SBI Challan counterfoil).
• Caste / Community and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if claiming reservation).
• Residential / Nativity proof for Kannur or Kasargod districts (to claim local preference).

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Conclusion

SI-MET Kerala Nursing Faculty Recruitment 2026 (Notification No. B/333(1)/2026/SI-MET) offers 19 contractual teaching positions, including 08 posts for Assistant Professor and 11 posts for Lecturer, at SI-MET Nursing Colleges in Dharmadam, Thaliparamba (Kannur), and Udma (Kasargod). Nursing post-graduates holding valid KNMC registration and meeting the age limit up to 50 years (59 years for retired professionals) should submit their application dossier before the closing date.

According to the official notification, completed applications along with requisite enclosures and the fee receipt must reach the office of the Director, SI-MET, Pattoor, Thiruvananthapuram by 18 November 2026 (05:00 PM). Candidates residing in Kannur and Kasargod districts are encouraged to apply early to avail local preference.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the recruitment information supplied for drafting and has not been independently verified against the latest official notification. Candidates should consult the official SI-MET website and recruitment documents for authoritative information, subsequent amendments and application status before applying.