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CMD Kerala Project Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
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| Name of post | CMD Kerala Project Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Management Development Kerala |
| Advertisement no. | CMD/TDB/03/2026 |
| Job location | Kerala |
| Pay / salary | The monthly consolidated pay ranges from Rs. 1,50,000 to Rs. 1,80,000, with a 10% increment granted for the second year subject to satisfactory performance. |
| Selection process | The selection process may include application screening, criteria-based screening, a written test, skill test/proficiency test, an interview, or any combination of these methods as determined by CMD. |
| Posted on | 17 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 17 Oct 2026 |
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Age Limit
- Upper Age Limit: 50 years as on 01.10.2026. No age relaxation shall be allowed for any category.
- The upper age limit is 50 years as on 01.10.2026, and no age relaxation is allowed for any category.
Salary / Pay Scale
- The monthly consolidated pay ranges from Rs. 1,50,000 to Rs. 1,80,000, with a 10% increment granted for the second year subject to satisfactory performance.
CMD Kerala Project Manager at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Management Development (CMD) / Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) |
| Department or Unit | Project Management Unit (PMU), Enterprise Digital Transformation |
| Project | TDB Enterprise Digital Transformation Programme |
| Post | Project Manager |
| Vacancies | 02 |
| Pay | Rs. 1,50,000 – Rs. 1,80,000 per month |
| Contract Term | Two (2) years or until completion of the programme, whichever is earlier; extendable for one further term |
| Experience Required | Minimum 12 years of post-qualification experience in software development/IT project delivery |
| Job Location | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| How to Apply | Online via the official website of the Centre for Management Development |
| Last Date | 21 October 2026 (05:00 P.M.) |
| Selection | Application screening, criteria-based screening, written test, skill test/proficiency test, and interview |
Who Can Apply
- Only candidates professing the Hindu religion shall be eligible to apply.
Essential Qualifications
- B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics & Communication/Electrical & Electronics Engineering, OR MCA, OR M.Sc. (Computer Science/Information Technology) from a recognised university/institution obtained through a regular (full-time) course.
Essential Experience
- Minimum 12 years of post-qualification experience in software development/IT project delivery.
- Of which a minimum of 5 years shall be in the role of Project Manager/Programme Manager/Delivery Manager, leading end-to-end software development projects with a team size of not less than 25 members.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Experience in implementing ERP systems or large e-Governance projects for Government Departments, PSUs or statutory bodies.
- Professional certification in project management - PMP/ PgMP/ PRINCE2 and/or Agile certification (CSM/SAFe/PMI-ACP).
- Experience in Agile/Scrum delivery using tools such as Jira, Confluence and Git-based workflows.
- Working knowledge of financial, revenue, asset or inventory management processes in public institutions.
- Proficiency in Malayalam (reading, writing and speaking).
Pay and Terms
- The monthly consolidated pay is Rs. 1,50,000 to Rs. 1,80,000. A 10% increment in remuneration will be granted for the second year, subject to satisfactory performance. The contract period is two (2) years or until completion of the programme, whichever is earlier, and is extendable for one further term based on performance and requirement. The appointment is purely based on the approval of Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB).
CMD Kerala Project Manager Job Description
- Plan, schedule and track delivery of the ERP modules allotted by the Special Officer, across the five functional clusters (Governance; Finance; Revenue & Temple; Operations; Administration & Legal) of the Programme.
- Lead and coordinate the development squads, Team Leads and technical resources deployed in the PMU; conduct sprint planning, reviews and retrospectives; and monitor resource performance and attendance.
- Coordinate the requirement documentation chain (AS-IS, BRS, BRD, BDS, SRS, FRS) with the Technical Consultant (KITFRA), the Chief Software Architect and TDB domain experts, and ensure traceability from requirement to delivered functionality.
- Undertake field visits to temples and TB offices for requirement validation, process study, inspection, data collection, user acceptance testing, rollout and training.
- Maintain project plans, risk and issue registers, change-control records and decision logs, so that a complete and auditable process trail is available at all times.
- Prepare progress reports for the Special Officer, the Technical Committee and the Board, and inputs for status reports to be placed before the Hon'ble High Court of Kerala.
- Coordinate user acceptance testing, data migration, go-live and stabilisation, including the priority pilot for the Sabarimala season.
- Ensure adherence to the approved architecture, security standards (RBAC, IAM, encryption, VAPT), audit-trail requirements, MeitY/CERT-In guidelines and the PMU's Policy Framework and SOP.
- Any other duty assigned by the Special Officer in connection with the Programme.
CMD Kerala Project Manager Important Instructions
- Only candidates professing the Hindu religion shall be eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be citizens of India.
- No age relaxation shall be allowed for any category.
- Applicants must upload either the original certificate or provisional certificate for their educational qualifications; mark sheets or consolidated statements will not be accepted.
- Equivalency certificates must be submitted for qualifications equivalent to the prescribed ones issued by a competent authority.
- In the case of latest experience, applicants may upload an Affidavit with details of employer, designation, period, nature of job, tasks, and responsibilities.
- Appointment is purely based on the approval of the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB).
More Details
- Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- The selection process may include application screening, criteria-based screening, a written test, skill test/proficiency test, an interview, or any combination of these methods as determined by CMD.
How to Apply for CMD Kerala Project Manager
- Access the official website of the Centre for Management Development at www.cmd.kerala.gov.in.
- Navigate to the online application link for the Project Manager position.
- Fill up all relevant fields in the online application form correctly and compulsorily.
- Scan and upload the latest photograph of the candidate in *.JPG format (less than 200 kB).
- Scan and upload the full signature of the candidate on a white paper in *.JPG format (less than 50 kB).
- Submit the online application on or before 21 October 2026 (05:00 P.M.).
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here cmd.kerala.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download cmd.kerala.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click Here cmd.kerala.gov.in |
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Online Application Form Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Detailed Recruitment Notification |
| Official Website | Centre for Management Development (CMD) Website |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for CMD Kerala Project Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
Upper Age Limit: 50 years as on 01.10.2026. No age relaxation shall be allowed for any category; The upper age limit is 50 years as on 01.10.2026, and no age relaxation is allowed for any category.
What qualification is needed for CMD Kerala Project Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics & Communication/Electrical & Electronics Engineering, OR MCA, OR M.Sc. (Computer Science/Information Technology) from a recognised university/institution obtained through a regular (full-time) course. | Experience in implementing ERP systems or large e-Governance projects for Government Departments, PSUs or statutory bodies. | Prof…
What is the selection process for CMD Kerala Project Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
The selection process may include application screening, criteria-based screening, a written test, skill test/proficiency test, an interview, or any combination of these methods as determined by CMD.
What is the official website for CMD Kerala Project Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
The official website is https://cmd.kerala.gov.in.
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