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JobsJune 20, 2026• 3 min read

Jobs in Kozhikode — How to Find Work in Calicut in 2025

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Kozhikode (Calicut) offers a wide range of job opportunities across retail, healthcare, education, IT services, hospitality and the tourism sector. Jobs in Kozhikode are available for both experienced professionals and freshers, with a growing number of companies and startups setting up operations in the city.

Top Hiring Sectors in Kozhikode

Retail and sales — Large shopping centres like Focus Mall, Westside, Reliance and local supermarkets hire continuously for sales staff, cashiers and supervisors
Healthcare — MIMS Hospital, Baby Memorial, Aster MIMS and smaller clinics frequently hire nurses, pharmacists, lab technicians and administrative staff
Education — Schools, colleges and coaching centres (IELTS, spoken English) hire teachers and trainers
Hospitality — Hotels near Beach Road and Beypore hire front desk, housekeeping and food and beverage staff
IT and digital services — Startups and digital marketing agencies hire developers, designers and content writers
Logistics and delivery — Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon and local courier companies hire delivery partners

Salary Ranges for Common Jobs in Kozhikode

Sales executive: ₹12,000 – ₹20,000/month + incentives
Nurse (GNM/BSc): ₹15,000 – ₹30,000/month depending on experience
School teacher: ₹10,000 – ₹25,000/month
Software developer: ₹20,000 – ₹60,000/month
Digital marketer: ₹15,000 – ₹40,000/month
Hotel front desk staff: ₹12,000 – ₹18,000/month
Delivery partner (Swiggy/Zomato): ₹15,000 – ₹25,000/month (variable)
IELTS / English trainer: ₹20,000 – ₹45,000/month

Part-Time and Work From Home Jobs in Kozhikode

The demand for part-time and work from home jobs in Kozhikode has increased significantly since 2022. Common options include:

Online tutoring (school subjects, IELTS, spoken English)
Freelance content writing in English and Malayalam
Social media management for local businesses
Data entry and virtual assistant roles
Customer support (voice and non-voice) for IT companies

How to Find Jobs in Kozhikode

The most effective ways to find job vacancies in Kozhikode in 2025:

Aioby jobs board — Browse job listings in Kozhikode on Aioby, posted directly by local employers with WhatsApp contact
LinkedIn — Good for IT, marketing and professional roles
Naukri.com and Indeed — National job portals with Kozhikode filters
Local WhatsApp groups — Many Kozhikode job groups share daily vacancies
Walk-in interviews — Retail and hospitality companies in Kozhikode frequently hold walk-in interviews — check company social media pages

Tips to Get Hired in Kozhikode

Keep your resume updated with a local Kozhikode address or district
Mention Malayalam proficiency — it is highly valued by local employers
For service jobs, a brief cover message in WhatsApp (not just a resume) often gets faster responses
Check hospital and school notice boards physically for unadvertised roles

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of jobs are available in Kozhikode for freshers?

Freshers in Kozhikode can find jobs in retail sales, delivery services, customer support, BPO, teaching assistants, data entry and social media management. Healthcare freshers (BSc Nursing, Pharmacy) have strong placement options through MIMS, Baby Memorial and Aster hospitals.

Are there work from home jobs available in Kozhikode?

Yes. Work from home jobs in Kozhikode are available in content writing, online tutoring, virtual assistant, data entry and social media management. Several IT companies in Kerala have permanent remote roles open to Kozhikode-based candidates.

Which is the best job search platform for Kozhikode?

For local Kozhikode employers, Aioby is the most direct platform — job listings are posted by local businesses with WhatsApp contact, so you apply without an agency in between. For corporate and IT roles, combine with LinkedIn and Naukri.com for broader coverage.

What is the minimum wage for a job in Kozhikode?

Kerala's minimum wage as of 2025 varies by industry. For unskilled workers it is approximately ₹600–₹700 per day (roughly ₹15,000–₹18,000/month). Skilled workers and those in trades are entitled to higher minimum rates set by the Kerala government.