Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) has announced recruitment for 11 vacancies across Assistant, Junior Assistant, and Junior Accountant posts under advertisement number R-02/2026. The notified pay scales are Level-06 (Rs. 35,400-1,12,400) for Assistant and Level-04 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) for Junior Assistant and Junior Accountant. Candidates can submit their online applications from 15 October 2026 to 14 November 2026, and the last date for receipt of the printed copy of the application at IIMK is 14 November 2026. The selection process consists of a Written Test followed by an Interview, if applicable. Candidates not meeting the minimum pay or experience criteria cannot apply for these positions.
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
The following table provides a quick overview of IIM Kozhikode Recruitment 2026 for Assistant, Junior Assistant, and Junior Accountant positions.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) |
| Recruitment or Exam Name | IIM Kozhikode Regular Posts Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | R-02/2026 |
| Notification Date | 15.10.2026 |
| Post Names | Assistant, Junior Assistant, Junior Accountant |
| Total Vacancies | 11 Vacancies |
| Departments | Main Campus and Kochi Campus |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline (B.Com/BBA/Inter-CA/Inter-ICWA for Junior Accountant) |
| Other Requirement | Relevant office clerical experience as specified per post |
| Age Limit | Varies by post (35 years for Assistant / Junior Assistant / Junior Accountant, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC) |
| Pay Level or Pay | Level-06 (Rs. 35,400-1,12,400) and Level-04 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 118/- inclusive of GST (No fee for SC/ST/Differently Abled/Women and Departmental Candidates of IIMK) |
| Application Mode | Online (followed by submission of printed copy via post) |
| Application Dates | 15.10.2026 to 14.11.2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Test only |
| Exam Pattern | Written Test |
| Job Location | Main Campus (Kozhikode) and Kochi Campus |
| Official Website | www.iimk.ac.in |
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates must take note of the schedule for IIM Kozhikode recruitment under advertisement number R-02/2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15.10.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15.10.2026 |
| Application Last Date (Online) | 14.11.2026 (up to 23:59 hours) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Printed Copy of Application at IIMK | 23.11.2026 (17:30 hours) |
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Vacancy 2026
The notification advertises a total of 11 regular posts across three designations. The post-wise and category-wise breakdown is detailed below.
| Post Code | Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASST | Assistant | Level-06 (Rs. 35,400-1,12,400) | 05 (Five) |
| JA | Junior Assistant | Level-04 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) | 04 (Four) |
| JACC | Junior Accountant | Level-04 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) | 02 (Two) |
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Category-wise Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | UR | SC | OBC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant (ASST) | 02* | 01 | 01 | 01 [Backlog] | 05 |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | 02 | 01 | 01 | - | 04 |
| Junior Accountant (JACC) | 01 | 01 | - | - | 02 |
*Note: The place of initial posting of the candidate selected for the post of Assistant against post reserved for ST category and candidate ranked first in merit under UR category shall be IIMK-Kochi Campus.
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfill the essential educational qualifications and experience requirements specified for each post as of the last date of receipt of online application.
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Assistant | Graduation in any discipline. |
| Junior Assistant | Graduation in any discipline. |
| Junior Accountant | B.Com / BBA / Inter-CA / Inter-ICWA. |
Experience Requirements:
- Assistant: Six (06) years' relevant office clerical experience in Pay Level-05 (Rs. 29200-92300) or combined service of eight (08) years' relevant office clerical experience in Pay Level-04 (Rs. 25500-81100) and Pay Level-05 (Rs. 29200-92300) for officials of Govt./Autonomous Institutions, OR equivalent relevant service and pay for Non-Govt. officials on contract basis meeting prescribed salary thresholds.
- Junior Assistant: Five (05) years relevant office clerical experience in Pay Level-03 (Rs. 21700-69100) or eight (08) years relevant office clerical experience in Pay Level-02 (Rs. 19900-63200) for officials of Govt./Autonomous Institutions, OR equivalent relevant service and pay for Non-Govt. officials on contract basis.
- Junior Accountant: Five (05) years relevant post qualification experience in Pay Level-03 (Rs. 21700-69100) for officials of Govt./Autonomous Institutions, OR equivalent relevant service and pay for Non-Govt. officials on contract basis.
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Age Limit 2026
The upper age limits for the advertised posts are specified below:
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant | 35 years |
| Junior Assistant | 35 years |
| Junior Accountant | 35 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 40 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC | 38 years (3 years relaxation) |
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale / Gross Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant | Level-06 | Rs. 35400-112400 [Gross Pay:- Rs. 62,000 /month (appx.)] |
| Junior Assistant | Level-04 | Rs. 25500-81100 [Gross Pay:- Rs. 45,000 /month (appx.)] |
| Junior Accountant | Level-04 | Rs. 25500-81100 [Gross Pay:- Rs. 45,000 /month (appx.)] |
Regular staff are provided with various other benefits like Accommodation (depending on availability), Medical facility, LTC, National Pension System, etc.
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Others | Rs. 118/- inclusive of GST |
| SC / ST / Differently Abled / Women / Departmental Candidates of IIMK | Nil (No application fee) |
The application fee is to be paid through online payment system. Application fee once remitted will not be refunded.
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Selection Process 2026
The selection process for all posts consists of a Written Test only.
How to Apply Online for IIM Kozhikode Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website at www.iimk.ac.in and access the online application portal for advertisement number R-02/2026.
- Submit your online application through the portal between 15.10.2026 and 14.11.2026 (up to 23:59 hours).
- Pay the prescribed application fee of Rs. 118/- online, if applicable.
- Take a printout of the submitted online application and duly sign it.
- Enclose self-attested copies of all required documents and certificates.
- Send the printed copy of the application by Speed Post / Registered Post / Courier to the designated address, clearly writing on the top left corner of the envelope "Application for the post of ________ Post Code ___".
Postal Address for Sending Applications: HR In-charge, Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode, IIM Kozhikode Campus P.O, Kozhikode, Keralam – 673 570.
Documents Required
- SSLC as proof of date of birth.
- Proof of Educational qualification (Final year mark sheet to be produced at the time of Written Test/interview).
- Experience certificate (from latest employment to earlier ones clearly mentioning period of employment).
- Proof of the salary drawn during the total period of experience claimed i.e. initial salary proof, proof of change of salary/pay level, latest salary proof.
- Community certificate for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS in the format prescribed by the Govt. of India.
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate from the current employer (if applicable).
- Discharge Certificate for Ex-servicemen / Medical Certificate from Medical Board for PwD.
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Important Instructions
- Separate application along with relevant supporting documents must be sent and application fee is to be paid for each post.
- The eligibility, age, qualification, etc. prescribed shall be as on the last date of receipt of online application.
- Candidates working in Government, Semi-Government, Public Sector, or Autonomous Bodies must forward their applications through proper channel.
- Incomplete or unsigned applications and applications without proper supporting documents will be summarily rejected.
- Selected candidates will have to join in the entry pay of the concerned Pay Level of the post. Pay protection benefits will not be extended.
- Candidates joining the Institute will not be permitted to apply for outside employment for the initial three years.
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
IIM Kozhikode Assistant Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Read detailed recruitment advertisement |
| Official Website | Visit IIM Kozhikode portal |
