DHS Kallakurichi Recruitment 2026: 22 Posts

DHS Kallakurichi Recruitment 2026: Apply for 22 Contract Posts

The District Health Society (DHS) Kallakurichi in Tamil Nadu has announced vacancies for various positions on a contract basis. This recruitment drive aims to fill 22 vacant posts across different government health facilities in the district.

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications offline. The application process is open from 09 September 2026 until 23 September 2026.

Job Highlights

Important Dates

Applications are being accepted from 09 September 2026.

The last date to submit your application is 23 September 2026, by 5:00 PM.

Vacancy Details

A total of 22 vacancies are available for various posts. The number of vacancies may change.

Note: The number of vacancies is subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specific educational and age requirements for each post.

• Audiologist: B.Sc (Audiology and Speech Language Pathology) or B.Sc (Speech and Hearing). One or two years of experience is desirable.
• Occupational Therapist: Bachelors/Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized University.
• TB - Health Visitor: Graduate in Science OR Intermediate (10+2) in Science with experience as MPW/LHV/ANM/Health Worker/Certificate or Higher course in health Education/Counselling OR Tuberculosis health visitor's recognized course and Certificate course in computer operations (minimum two months). Preferential Qualification: Training course for MPW or recognized sanitary inspector's course.
• RMNCH+A Counsellors: Master's / Bachelor's degree in Social work/Public Administration/ Psychology/Sociology/Home Science / Hospital & Health Management. 1-2 years work experience in Health sector / relevant field. Basic Computer skills, especially MS Office.
• Multipurpose Worker (Siddha) – NHM: 8th Pass or 10th Pass/Fail.
• Treatment Assistant (Male) - National AYUSH Mission: Diploma in Nursing Therapy.
• ANM/VHN / UHN: HSC and Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery (ANM) Training 2yrs Course with ANM Nursing Council Registration Certificate.
• MLHP (Mid Level Health Provider): Diploma in GNM/B.Sc., (Nursing) from Government or Government approved Private Nursing colleges recognised by the Indian Nursing Council. Certificate of Character and conduct issued by a Group A or Group B officer. Certified evidence for work experience. No Objection certificate from the competent authority (if applicable).
• DEO (Data Entry Operator): Bachelor Degree in Mathematics with Statistics/Statistics and one year PG Diploma in Computer applications from a recognised university. Typewriting in English and Tamil (Lower) is desirable. One year experience in data collection, Data Entry and Data Analysis using computer. Must have passed plus two with Biology or Botany and Zoology. Must have passed Tamil language as a subject in S.S.L.C. Must possess two years for multipurpose Health Worker (Male)/Health Inspector/Sanitary inspector course training/offered by recognized Private institution/Trust/Universities/ Deemed Universities including Gandhigram, Rural Institute training course certificate.
• Health Inspector: Not specified in the official notification.
• Physiotherapists: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) from any recognized university.
• Support Staff: 8th Pass or 10th Pass/Fail.

The age limit is calculated as of 01 September 2026.

• Audiologist: Not exceeding 35 years.
• Occupational Therapist: Not exceeding 40 years.
• TB - Health Visitor: Not exceeding 59 years.
• RMNCH+A Counsellors: Not exceeding 35 years. For SC/SC(A)/ST candidates, not exceeding 40 years.
• Multipurpose Worker (Siddha) – NHM: Not exceeding 59 years.
• Treatment Assistant (Male) - National AYUSH Mission: Not exceeding 35 years.
• ANM/VHN / UHN: Not exceeding 35 years.
• MLHP (Mid Level Health Provider): Not exceeding 50 years.
• DEO (Data Entry Operator): Not exceeding 35 years.
• Health Inspector: Not exceeding 35 years.
• Physiotherapists: Not exceeding 35 years.
• Support Staff: Not exceeding 35 years.

Application Fee

Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

Consolidated monthly pay for the posts ranges from Rs. 11,000/- to Rs. 32,000/- as per the details provided in the vacancy section.

Selection Process

The selection process is not fully detailed in the notification. However, it is mentioned that the District Health Society has the right to call suitable candidates for certificate verification and interviews.

For RMNCH+A Counsellors, the post is mentioned as an "Interview Post".

How to Apply

Eligible candidates need to download the application form from the official website. The filled application form, along with self-attested copies of required documents, should be submitted either in person or by speed post.

Application Submission Address:
Member Secretary / District Health Officer
District Health Office (District Health Society)
Peravangur Road, Kallakurichi - 606 213

Applications should reach the office by 23 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

Documents Required

Candidates must attach the following documents with their application form:

• Certificates and mark sheets for educational qualifications (10th, 12th, and Degree).
• Proof of residence.
• Community certificate (Caste certificate).
• Copy of Aadhaar Card.
• Work experience certificate (if applicable).
• Certificates for preferential and desirable qualifications (if applicable).

Important Instructions

• The posts are purely on a contract basis and are temporary.
• These positions will not be regularized under any circumstances.
• Candidates joining on a contract basis must provide an undertaking letter stating that they will be relieved when permanent staff are appointed by the government.
• The number of vacancies is subject to change or cancellation.
• Occupational Therapists and those joining as Mid-Level Health Providers must work for a minimum of two years.
• The contract will be renewed every 11 months based on performance evaluation, as per the National Health Mission's contract rules.
• Applications can be submitted in person between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM or by speed post.

Important Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for DHS Kallakurichi recruitment?
A1: The last date to submit applications is 23 September 2026, by 5:00 PM.

Q2: How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
A2: There are a total of 22 vacancies for various posts.

Q3: Are these posts permanent?
A3: No, these posts are purely on a contract basis and are temporary.

Q4: What is the application fee for these posts?
A4: The application fee is not specified in the official notification.

Q5: Where can I download the application form?
A5: You can download the application form from the official website of DHS Kallakurichi.

Q6: What is the age limit for the RMNCH+A Counsellors post?
A6: The age limit for RMNCH+A Counsellors is not exceeding 35 years, and for SC/SC(A)/ST candidates, it is not exceeding 40 years.