Kerala PSC Oushadhi Assistant Manager Grade II

Pharmaceutical Corporation (IM) Kerala Ltd., known as Oushadhi, is a Government of Kerala undertaking that manufactures classical Ayurvedic medicines. Its products reach government hospitals, Ayurveda dispensaries, and the retail market across Kerala and beyond. A permanent post at Oushadhi sits at the intersection of public service and Ayurvedic pharmaceutical practice, a combination that is rare in the Kerala government employment market.

What the vacancy involves

The Assistant Manager (Production) Grade II post requires overseeing classical medicine manufacturing under GMP guidelines. Candidates are expected to know the classical formulation texts (Ashtangahridayam, Sahasrayogam, and related Samhitas), the pharmacopoeial standards for Ayurvedic medicines, and the production workflow in a licensed Ayurvedic pharmacy. Kerala PSC's written test for this category has historically drawn from the full Ayurveda graduate syllabus alongside pharmacy-specific questions. This is why the programme includes a dedicated live-class component on pharmacy and production rather than relying solely on the standard MCQ bank.

Pay scale and service conditions

The pay scale for the post is Rs 51,400 to 1,10,300 under the Kerala Service Rules. As a Kerala state PSC appointment to a public sector undertaking, the post carries the job security associated with government service. The combination of pay scale, statutory service protections, and the professional relevance of the work to an Ayurveda graduate's training makes this one of the more sought-after non-medical-officer PSC vacancies in the state.

The competitive picture

PSC vacancies at Oushadhi attract graduates from across Kerala. The written test is a competitive filter: candidates who have systematically practised subject-wise MCQs and full-length mocks perform measurably better than those who revise from textbooks alone. The 50 daily tests in this programme are designed to build that systematic test-taking habit over the five months before the exam window, so your speed and accuracy under time pressure match what the actual test demands. See the daily exam format for how timed practice is structured on the platform.

Why preparation depth matters

The Oushadhi written test covers approximately the same ground as the Kerala PSC Medical Officer (Ayurveda) examination, with an added emphasis on pharmacy and production topics. Candidates who have prepared at depth for one will find the other manageable. This overlap is intentional in the programme design: the 330+ MCQ bank, the Samhita-wise exams, and the video lectures are built to serve both vacancy types. Students who sit for the Oushadhi exam are, by the end of the programme, also prepared for the Medical Officer paper. See the next section for how this dual preparation works in practice.

The Kerala PSC Medical Officer (Ayurveda) exam is the largest-volume Kerala PSC Ayurveda recruitment every cycle, drawing thousands of applicants for district health service posts. Its written test covers the same eight classical subjects as the Oushadhi paper, with a similar question distribution across Samhitas and clinical subjects. An Ayurveda graduate who prepares for the Oushadhi exam in a structured way will be simultaneously building the MCQ speed and subject recall that the Medical Officer exam demands.

Where the syllabi overlap

Both exams test Maulik Siddhanta, Rachana Sharira, Kriya Sharira, Dravyaguna, Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, Kayachikitsa, and the Ashtanga Sangraha and Ashtanga Hridayam Samhita portions. Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana carry additional weight in the Oushadhi paper because of the production angle; those same topics appear in the Medical Officer paper at standard weight. The 330+ question bank in this programme covers both distributions, so practising for Oushadhi does not cost you Medical Officer preparation time.

What the programme adds for Medical Officer aspirants

The Samhita-wise exams (drawn from Ashtanga Hridayam, Ashtanga Sangraha, Charaka Samhita, and Sushruta Samhita) are directly relevant to the Medical Officer paper's Samhita section. The 280+ video lectures include full coverage of the clinical subjects that appear in both exams. The ten full-length model exams are set in the KPSC pattern, with the same time constraints and question format, so they prepare you for both papers simultaneously. If you intend to sit for both the Oushadhi exam and the Medical Officer exam in the same cycle, this programme is structured to support that plan without requiring two separate coaching tracks.

Practical implications for the candidate

A candidate who completes the five-month programme will have sat 50 daily tests, 20 revision sessions on their own error patterns, and 10 full-length mocks. That volume of timed practice is enough to stabilise accuracy and speed for either exam. The WhatsApp group gives you access to faculty for subject queries throughout the programme, and the live pharmacy and production classes fill the one area where standard Medical Officer preparation leaves Oushadhi candidates under-prepared. Browse the course catalogue for the full programme details and current enrolment dates.

Who is eligible to enrol in this programme?

The programme is designed for Ayurveda graduates (BAMS) preparing for the Kerala PSC Assistant Manager (Production) Grade II vacancy at Oushadhi. Candidates preparing for the Kerala PSC Medical Officer (Ayurveda) exam with overlapping syllabus coverage may also enrol. Eligibility for the actual PSC vacancy is determined by the Kerala PSC notification; please read the official notification before applying to the post.

When does the programme start, and how long does it run?

The programme starts on 14 June 2026 and runs for five months. Access to the MCQ bank, video lectures, PDF notes, and daily tests is available from the start date. Live class sessions on pharmacy and production are scheduled during the programme window; the exact timetable is shared with enrolled students on the WhatsApp group.

How long can I access the course materials after enrolment?

Access duration is specified at the time of purchase on the course detail page. The MCQ bank, video lectures, and PDF notes are available for the full subscription period. If you need to clarify the access window before purchasing, contact the support team through the app's help section.

Can I access the programme on a mobile phone as well as a web browser?

Yes. The CEET Ayurveda Android app supports the full MCQ exam experience, including the daily tests, revision sessions, and model exams. Video lectures and PDF notes are also accessible on the app. Live classes are conducted on a video platform announced via the WhatsApp group; the device requirement for live sessions depends on the platform used for that session.

What happens if I miss a live class?

Recordings of live pharmacy and production classes are made available in the course section after each session. You are not required to attend in real time; the recordings are stored for the duration of the programme so you can watch at your own pace. The WhatsApp group is used to notify students when a new recording is posted.

How are the daily tests structured?

Each daily test is subject-wise, timed, and scored on submission. Your result appears on a rank list that shows your position relative to other enrolled candidates who attempted the same test. The rank list updates in real time as scores come in. You can attempt the daily test once per day; the test resets each morning.

What support is available if I have a question about a topic?

The programme includes a WhatsApp support group where you can post subject queries to the faculty team. Response times vary; the group is monitored during working hours. For technical issues with the app or platform, the in-app help section connects you to the support team.

Does this programme guarantee selection for the Oushadhi vacancy?

No coaching programme can guarantee selection in a competitive public service examination. The programme gives you the highest practical preparation possible within a five-month window. Selection depends on the written test score relative to the field of applicants in the PSC rank list, along with any other conditions stated in the official notification.