Thrissur Zoological Park Recruitment 2026: The Thrissur Zoological Park Conservation & Development Society, Puthur, Thrissur, functioning under the Kerala Forest & Wildlife Department, has invited applications for 23 vacancies through Notification No. TZP2-1400/2026 dated 10 November 2026. The announced posts are Educational Officer (1), Public Relations Officer (1), Electrician (1), and Animal Keeper Trainee (20). The recruitment is on contract/training terms, not for permanent Kerala PSC positions.
Last date: Complete applications must reach the Society by 15 December 2026, 5:00 PM. Candidates may submit the prescribed form in person, by post or by email to director@tzp-cds.com. The original 11-page notification includes the application form on pages 10–11. Download original official notification and application form.
Thrissur Zoological Park Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organisation | Thrissur Zoological Park Conservation & Development Society, Puthur |
|---|---|
| Parent department | Kerala Forest & Wildlife Department |
| Notice number | TZP2-1400/2026 |
| Notification date | 10 November 2026 |
| Posts | Educational Officer, Public Relations Officer, Electrician, Animal Keeper Trainee |
| Vacancies | 23 |
| Type of appointment | Contract; Animal Keeper Trainee has a notified two-year training period |
| Selection | Application scrutiny, interview and other prescribed assessments |
| Application method | Offline by post/in person OR by email |
| Final date and time | 15 December 2026, 5 PM |
| Apply email | director@tzp-cds.com |
| Official notice and application form | Download PDF (11 pages) |
Post-Wise Vacancies and Monthly Salary
| Category number | Post | Vacancies | Monthly pay / stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/2026 | Educational Officer | 1 | ₹30,990 |
| 02/2026 | Public Relations Officer (PRO) | 1 | ₹30,990 |
| 03/2026 | Electrician | 1 | ₹22,130 |
| 04/2026 | Animal Keeper Trainee – Male | 15 | ₹12,000 in first year; ₹15,000 in second year |
| 04/2026 | Animal Keeper Trainee – Female | 5 | |
| Total | 23 | Post-specific | |
Important: The Animal Keeper Trainee post has 20 positions (15 male and 5 female). Do not confuse its two-year training stipend with the consolidated salary for the three other contract posts.
Educational Officer – Category 01/2026: Qualification and Experience
Vacancy: 1 | Monthly remuneration: ₹30,990.
Applicants need a postgraduate degree in Zoology or Wildlife Biology (or a related subject expressly recognised in the notification) from a recognised university, and either:
- At least three years of work experience as an Education Officer in a zoo; or
- At least two years of teaching experience in an establishment under State/Central Government ownership or control, as specified in the official notification.
The position involves wildlife and environmental education, educational programmes for visitors/students, interpretation material, nature camps, guided activities and coordination with institutions. The above essential experience is not optional.
Public Relations Officer (PRO) – Category 02/2026
Vacancy: 1 | Monthly remuneration: ₹30,990.
Applicants need a postgraduate degree or postgraduate diploma in Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations or Advertising from a recognised institution. Approximately five years’ relevant work experience is desirable, according to the notification. Applicants must be proficient in Malayalam and English, including written and spoken communication.
Responsibilities include press liaison, official communication, website/social media support, visitor communication, publicity materials and coordination of public-awareness initiatives. The experience condition is described as desirable, not an absolute five-year essential requirement.
Electrician – Category 03/2026
Vacancy: 1 | Monthly remuneration: ₹22,130.
Required qualifications include SSLC or equivalent, a relevant ITI/ITC certificate in Electrician trade and a valid Wireman Licence from the Kerala Electrical Inspectorate. In addition, the notification requires at least one year of relevant Electrician/Wireman or equivalent experience in a Central/State Government department, public-sector organisation or autonomous institution as specified.
Work experience at a high-tension installation of at least 500 kVA is listed as a desirable qualification. Responsibilities cover electrical maintenance, transformers and generator systems, meter readings, repair work and records.
Animal Keeper Trainee – Category 04/2026: 20 Posts
The Society has announced 15 male and 5 female Animal Keeper Trainee posts. The traineeship is for two years at ₹12,000 per month in the first year and ₹15,000 per month in the second year.
Educational Qualification – 7th Pass, No Degree
Applicants must have passed Class 7 (Seventh Standard). The official notice expressly states that degree holders must not apply for this category. Therefore, merely having a higher qualification does not make a graduate eligible for Animal Keeper Trainee.
Physical Standards
| Category | Minimum height | Chest requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Male (general standard) | 168 cm | 81 cm, with 5 cm expansion |
| Female (general standard) | 157 cm | Not specified |
| SC/ST male | 161 cm | 76 cm, with 5 cm expansion |
| SC/ST female | 151 cm | Not specified |
Applicants must meet the specified medical and physical fitness standards. These include normal hearing, required unaided eyesight and colour vision, no night blindness, and freedom from disqualifying conditions such as knock knees, flat feet and varicose veins as detailed in the notice. The eyesight standard includes 6/6 distance vision without spectacles and 0.5 near vision. A prescribed medical certificate from an eligible Government Medical Officer is required at joining.
Training involves animal welfare, feeding, enclosure care, wildlife safety, recordkeeping and supervised work under park authorities.
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Category | Age requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Officer (01/2026) | 18–40 years; date of birth 02 January 1986 to 01 January 2008, inclusive |
| Public Relations Officer (02/2026) | 18–40 years; same DOB range |
| Electrician (03/2026) | 18–40 years; same DOB range |
| Animal Keeper Trainee (04/2026) | 18–28 years as on 1 January 2027 |
Permitted age relaxation is available for eligible SC/ST and other backward-class applicants in accordance with the notification and applicable rules. Check supporting category certificates and relevant age calculations.
Nature of Appointment, Rank List and Selection
For the regular contract posts, the general terms state an initial appointment period of one year. Animal Keeper Trainees are separately notified for two years of training. These are not permanent Kerala Forest Department appointments.
The Society will scrutinise applications and shortlist candidates based on the required eligibility. Selection may involve interview and other prescribed assessment stages, followed by a rank list. The notification describes rank-list validity normally extending from one year to up to two years, subject to the stated conditions and the creation of a new list.
Application Fee
No application fee amount is specified in the uploaded 11-page notification. Applicants should not pay any fee to an unofficial intermediary. Read any subsequent official instruction if a charge is announced.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 10 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date and time for receiving applications | 15 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Shortlist / Interview | To be announced or communicated by the Society |
How to Apply for Thrissur Zoological Park Recruitment 2026
- Download the official notification PDF. The prescribed application form is on pages 10 and 11.
- Choose the correct post name and Category Number: 01/2026 Educational Officer, 02/2026 PRO, 03/2026 Electrician or 04/2026 Animal Keeper Trainee.
- Fill the application form completely; affix a recent colour passport-size photograph.
- Attach self-attested copies of documents supporting age, educational qualifications, work experience and other claimed qualifications. Present original certificates at interview when requested.
- Submit the application by post, in person or by email, as authorised by the notification, to the Director/Member Secretary using the address or email below.
- Ensure the application is received no later than 15 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. Late applications will not be considered.
Where to Submit the Application
To: The Director / Member Secretary,
Thrissur Zoological Park Conservation & Development Society,
Puthur P.O., Thrissur – 680014, Kerala.
Email: director@tzp-cds.com
Phone: 0487-2353455; 9447979194.
Address check: The PDF contains an additional local landmark/nearby reference in the postal address. For any physical submission, copy the complete Malayalam address exactly from page 9 of the official PDF, rather than relying solely on this abbreviated address.
Important Links – Official Notification PDF, Application Form and Email
| Document / action | Direct link |
|---|---|
| Official Recruitment Notification TZP2-1400/2026 | Download Original PDF – 11 Pages |
| Download Prescribed Application Form | Open PDF: Application Form on Pages 10–11 |
| Apply by Email | director@tzp-cds.com |
| Apply by Post / In Person | Director / Member Secretary, Thrissur Zoological Park Conservation & Development Society, Puthur P.O., Thrissur – 680014 (check full official address on page 9) |
| Kerala Forest Department | Official Forest Department Website |
| Other Kerala Jobs | Geosial Eduland Kerala Recruitment |
No online candidate dashboard is advertised. Candidates apply using the PDF application form by authorised physical or email submission. Do not mistake the official notification download for an Apply Online page.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many Thrissur Zoological Park vacancies are there in November 2026?
23: one each for Educational Officer, Public Relations Officer and Electrician, plus 20 Animal Keeper Trainee positions.
Can seventh-pass candidates apply?
Yes, for the Animal Keeper Trainee post if they satisfy the age and strict physical/medical requirements and do not hold a degree.
Can degree holders apply for Animal Keeper Trainee?
No. The notice explicitly disqualifies those with a degree from the Animal Keeper Trainee category.
What are the Electrician qualifications?
SSLC, relevant Electrician ITI/ITC qualification, Wireman Licence and one year of required relevant work experience.
What are the Animal Keeper Trainee stipend and duration?
Two years; ₹12,000 per month for Year 1 and ₹15,000 per month for Year 2.
What is the last date for applications?
15 December 2026 at 5 PM. The Society must receive the application before the deadline.
How do candidates apply?
Use the prescribed form included in the original PDF and submit it by post, in person or email to the stated Society office.
Is this a permanent Forest Department job?
No. These are contractual posts/training appointments with the Thrissur Zoological Park Conservation & Development Society.
Source: Official Malayalam Notification TZP2-1400/2026 dated 10 November 2026, 11 pages, uploaded directly by the reader and visually inspected, including the post-wise qualification tables, Animal Keeper Trainee medical and physical conditions, page-9 address/deadline, and application form pages 10–11.
