DUK Recruitment 2026: 1 Gym Trainer (Daily Wage) – Apply Online @ duk.ac.in

Notice information

• Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

• The appointment is on a daily wage basis, part time, and engaged as and when required for a period of six months. Applications are for preparing a panel. No allowances are stated in addition to the daily remuneration.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Gym Trainer (on daily wages):
• Educational Qualification: Certified Personal Trainer from a recognized institution in India.
• Experience: Minimum one year of experience as a fitness trainer in the gym of a reputed educational institution.
• Age Limit: The candidate should not exceed 40 years as on the last date of application (20.11.2026).
• Nationality: Indian citizens only.

Age Relaxation

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection for the DUK Gym Trainer post will be based on an Interview / Test to be conducted at Thiruvananthapuram only. The schedule of the Test/Interview will be intimated to candidates through their registered email ID; no date is specified in the notification.
• Candidates must upload all required documents with the online application. Applications without the prescribed documents will be summarily rejected.
• If the number of eligible candidates is large, a screening stage as determined by the University may be introduced before the interview.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or test.
• Canvassing in any form will entail cancellation of candidature.
• The decision of the University in all matters relating to selection is final and binding.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate)
• Certificate of Certified Personal Trainer from a recognized institution in India
• Experience Certificate proving one year as fitness trainer in gym of a reputed educational institution
• Medical Certificate
• Scanned copies of all documents uploaded with the online application
• Original documents to be produced when called for interview
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Key Instructions:
• Applications received after 20.11.2026, incomplete applications, or applications with blank mandatory fields will be summarily rejected.
• Any incorrect, false, or suppressed information at any stage will lead to cancellation of candidature; if detected after appointment, service termination follows.
• No interim queries will be entertained after submission.
• The University reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or the selection process at any stage without assigning reasons.

How to Apply for DUK Gym Trainer Post

• Visit the University's Recruitment Portal at https://www.duk.ac.in/careers.
• Read the application guidelines published on the recruitment portal.
• Fill all relevant fields accurately; unclaimed information will not be considered later.
• Upload scanned copies of proof of age, qualifications, experience, Medical Certificate, etc.
• Submit the online application latest on 20 November 2026.
• After the last date, monitor your registered email for Test/Interview schedule.

• https://www.duk.ac.in/careers ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

3. Is there an application fee for DUK Gym Trainer?

• The official notification does not specify any application fee for this post.

5. What is the salary for DUK Gym Trainer?

• The remuneration is Rs. 900/- per day. No allowances are stated on top of the daily rate.

6. What is the age limit and relaxation?

• The maximum age is 40 years as on 20.11.2026. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation; OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation.