📝 MILMA Recruitment 2025: Detailed Explanation
The recruitment drive for MILMA (Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation) is conducted by the Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC), which handles the selection process for key government and cooperative positions in the state.
| Detail | Information | Key Action |
| Recruiting Body | Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) | Apply via the PSC One-Time Registration portal. |
| Employer | MILMA (Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation) | |
| Application Mode | Online only. | Use your PSC Profile ID. |
| Online Application Window | 28.11.2025 to 31.12.2025 | Submit the application within this period. |
While the image only lists the posts, detailed notifications for recent MILMA recruitments (which are often similar across different regional unions) provide the specific eligibility criteria.
| Post Name | Minimum Academic Qualification | Age Limit (General Category) |
| Worker/Plant Attender | SSLC Pass (10th Grade) or equivalent. Note: Graduates may be ineligible as per some past notifications for this category. | 18 - 40 Years (with usual age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST candidates). |
| Marketing Organizer | 1. Graduation in any discipline. AND 2. MBA (full stream) with specialization in Marketing. | 18 - 40 Years (with usual age relaxation). |
| Stenographer Grade II / Steno-Typist | 1. Graduation in any discipline. AND 2. Typewriting (English Higher) KGTE or equivalent. AND 3. Typewriting (Malayalam Lower) KGTE or equivalent. AND 4. Shorthand (English Higher) KGTE or equivalent. AND 5. Shorthand (Malayalam Lower) KGTE or equivalent. AND 6. Certificate Course in Computer Application/Data Entry Operation. | 18 - 40 Years (with usual age relaxation). |
📌 Important Note: The cut-off date for determining age and qualifications is typically 01.01.2025. Candidates must possess all qualifications as on the date of the notification.
The selection process for these categories is typically conducted by the Kerala PSC and generally includes the following stages:
Written Examination: A competitive exam is held for all eligible candidates. The syllabus is based on the technical skills for the post (e.g., Dairy Science for Attender posts, Marketing principles for Organizer, Shorthand/Typing proficiency for Stenographer), General Knowledge, and Current Affairs.
Skill Test (for Stenographer/Typist): Candidates for the Stenographer post must pass a qualifying practical test in Shorthand and Typewriting to assess their speed and accuracy.
Interview/Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from the written exam and skill test (if applicable) are called for a final interview and mandatory verification of all original documents (qualification certificates, experience, caste certificate, etc.).
Ranked List: The PSC publishes a final ranked list based on the marks obtained in the written test (and interview/skill test, if included), from which appointments are made.
Worker/Plant Attender: This is a field-level, non-officer role. Responsibilities generally include assisting in the dairy plant operations, such as handling milk processing equipment, maintenance, cleaning, packaging, and general operational support in the dairy unit.
Marketing Organizer: This is a field-intensive role focused on sales and market development. Key duties involve implementing sales strategies, coordinating with distributors and retailers, monitoring market trends, conducting promotional activities, and ensuring efficient distribution of MILMA dairy products (FMCG).
Stenographer: This is an office-based role involving secretarial and clerical duties. Key responsibilities include taking dictation in shorthand and transcribing it, general typing work, maintaining files and records, and assisting senior officials with correspondence.
This is typically a SSLC (10th) Level syllabus with a focus on general knowledge, math, and basic dairy/technical knowledge.
Basic Knowledge in Dairy & Food Processing: Milk processing, packing, cold chain management, transportation, storage conditions.
Food Safety Standards: Awareness of FSSAI Standards and Packaging & Labelling requirements for core MILMA products (Milk, Curd, Ghee, Butter, Ice Cream, etc.).
General Awareness: Knowledge about back-of-pack information, product recall, market sampling, and feedback.
Basic Technical Knowledge: Fundamental knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration principles involved in a dairy plant (as this post involves plant work).
General Knowledge & Current Affairs: Facts about Kerala (Geography, History, Renaissance in Kerala), Indian History (1857-1947), Indian Constitution, and Current Affairs (last 3-6 months).
Simple Arithmetic, Mental Ability & Reasoning: Basic Mathematics (Profit and Loss, Fractions, Decimals, Simple/Compound Interest), Reasoning, and Numerical Ability.
General English: Grammar, Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Phrasal Verbs), and Sentence Correction.
Regional Language: Topics in Malayalam (or Tamil/Kannada, as specified).
This syllabus focuses heavily on Marketing & Sales concepts and includes General Degree-Level topics.
Marketing & Sales Fundamentals:
FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) brands, logos, slogans, product types.
Effect of recent GST regime changes in the Dairy Industry.
Marketing terminology, pricing strategies, E-commerce.
Distribution & Logistics: Distribution channels, modern format stores, cost-effectiveness, different types of trading (Direct & Indirect selling).
Marketing Strategy & Digital Marketing: Marketing strategies, digital marketing platforms, sales forecasting techniques, team building.
Market Research: Market Survey, identification of market potential and market share, dealer margin fixing methods.
General Knowledge: Kerala history/geography, Indian Constitution, Renaissance, Arts, Literature, Culture, and Sports.
Current Affairs: Focus on national, international, and Kerala-specific events, and recent media reports.
Arithmetic & Reasoning: As mentioned above.
Computer Knowledge: Basics of computer hardware and software, MS-Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet, and Cyber Security awareness.
The Stenographer syllabus is heavily weighted towards Computer Word Processing, Typing, and Language proficiency.
| Section No. | Subject / Paper | Marks | Focus Area |
| I | Computer Word Processing | 40 | MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Computer Fundamentals, Internet, and Cyber Security. |
| II | General English | 20 | Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentences (Articles, Prepositions, Tenses, Voice, Reported Speech). |
| III | Regional Language | 20 | Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada Grammar and word usage. |
| IV | General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 10 | Facts about India/Kerala, Renaissance, and Recent Events. |
| V | Typewriting | 10 | Theoretical questions on typing techniques, speed, and accuracy. |
Dictation & Transcription: A passage in English (e.g., 400 words) will be dictated at a specified speed (e.g., 80 words per minute) for candidates to take down in shorthand and then transcribe in longhand using ink/computer within a given time limit (e.g., 1 hour).
Typing Speed Test: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English and/or Malayalam typing.
| OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION (Work /plant attender) | CLICK HERE |
| OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION (marketing organizer) | CLICK HERE |
| APPLY ONLINE | CLICK HERE |
| OFFICIAL WEBSITE | CLICK HERE |