DHS Nagapattinam Recruitment 2026: 44 Posts
Introduction
The District Health Society, Nagapattinam, under the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Tamil Nadu, has announced recruitment for 44 contractual positions across various schemes. These roles are available in government primary health centers, government hospitals, and district government medical college hospitals within the Nagapattinam health district. Candidates with qualifications ranging from 8th standard pass to graduate degrees are encouraged to apply. The age limit varies by post, with some positions having no age limit and others up to 50 years. Applications must be submitted by 5:45 PM on October 9, 2026. The selection process for these posts will be through a walk-in interview. Detailed information regarding specific post requirements, eligibility, and application procedures can be found in the official notification. Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification for complete and authoritative details before submitting their applications.
Recruitment Overview
The Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, through the District Health Society, Nagapattinam, is hiring for 44 contractual positions. These vacancies are spread across different health schemes and are based in Nagapattinam district. The recruitment aims to fill roles such as Data Entry Operator, Multi Purpose Hospital Worker, Dispenser, Pharmacist, Health Inspector Grade-II, Mid Level Health Provider, Radiographer, Data Manager, Dental Technician, Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Special Educator, and Occupational Therapist.
Important Dates
The last date to submit applications for the DHS Nagapattinam recruitment is October 9, 2026, by 5:45 PM. The notification was released on September 25, 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 October 2026 (by 5:45 PM) |
Vacancy Details
A total of 44 vacancies are available for various posts on a contract basis. The number of posts for each specific role is detailed in the official notification.
| Sl. No. | Category | Scheme | No. of Post | Salary Per Month (Rs.) | Qualification | Age Limit | Mode of Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dispenser Siddha- Pharmacist Ayurveda Yoga naturopathy unani Siddha homoeopathy | Under NRHM / NAM Scheme | Not specified | 18,000/- | 12th Std Pass, D.Pharm Siddha/Integrated Pharmacy Course (for certificate issued by Government of Tamil Nadu) | No Age Limit/ Maximum Age limit for appointment is 59 | On Contract (Interview) |
| 2. | Medical Officer Siddha Ayurveda Yoga naturopathy Unani Siddha homoeopathy | Under NRHM / NAM Scheme | Not specified | 40,000/- | BSMS(TNSMBC) Indian Medicine Registered Candidate or MD(Siddha) | No Age Limit/ Maximum Age limit for appointment is 59 | On Contract (Interview) |
| 4. | Pharmacist (Siddha) | National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardio Vascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) | Not specified | 20,000/- | Pharmacist (Siddha) with Diploma in Integrated Pharmacy with Computer Knowledge including MS Office, MS word, MS Power Point and MS Excel, MS access would be essential. | No Age Limit/ Maximum Age limit for appointment is 59 | On Contract (Interview) |
| - | Health Inspector Grade-II | Health And Wellness Center | 19 | 17,500/- | 1. Must have passed plus two with Biology or Botany and Zoology. 2. Must have passed Tamil language as a subject in S.S.L.C level. 3. Must Possess two years for Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male) / Health Inspector Sanitary Inspector Course training / offered by recognized Private Institution / Trust / Universities including Gandhigram Rural Institute training course certificate granted by the Director of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| 5. | Mid Level Health Provider | Health And Wellness Center | Not specified | 21,000/- | Diploma in GNM/B.Sc., Nursing from Government or Government approved Private Nursing colleges which are recognized by the Indian Nursing Council | Candidates should not be over 50 years of age | On Contract (Interview) |
| - | Health Inspector Grade II | Block Programme Management Unit | Not specified | 17,500/- | 1. Must have passed plus two with Biology or Botany and Zoology. 2. Must have passed Tamil language as a subject in S.S.L.C level. 3. Must Possess two years for Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male) / Health Inspector / Sanitary Inspector Course training / offered by recognized Private Institution / Trust / Universities including Gandhigram Rural Institute training course certificate granted by the Director of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| - | Radiographer | DH Strengthening | Not specified | 17,000/- | BSC Radiography | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| - | Data Manager | District Early Intervention Centre | Not specified | 25,000/- | (a) Masters in Disability Rehabilitation Administration approved by Rehabilitation Council of India, Basic Qualification in BPT (Bachelor in Physiotherapy), BOT (Bachelor in Occupational Theropy), BPO (Bachelor in Prosthetic and orthotics), B.Sc., Nursing and other RCI recognized degrees. (b) A Post graduate degree / Diploma in Hospital Health Management from a recognized / reputed institution with 1 year relevant experience for diploma holders. An MBA degree from a recognized institution with 2 years experience in Hospital programme Health | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| 9. | Dental Technician | District Early Intervention Centre | Not specified | 17,000/- | Passed 1 or 2 Years course on Dental Technician from a recognized Institutions | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| 10. | Physiotherapist | District Early Intervention Centre | Not specified | 23,000/- | Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy from any recognized University in India | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| 11. | Psychologists | District Early Intervention Centre | Not specified | 27,000/- | Post Graduate in Psychology / MSW or graduate in Psychology trained in Counseling with 2 years of Experience in the field of Counseling services. | Not specified in the official notification. | On Contract (Interview) |
| 12. | Special Educator for Behavioral Therapy | District Early Intervention Centre (One Stop Centre) | Not specified | 20,000/- | Bachelor's/ Master's degree in Special Education in Intellectual Disability from a UGC- recognized University. | Not specified in the official notification. | On Contract (Interview) |
| 13. | Occupational Therapists | District Early Intervention Centre (One Stop Centre) | Not specified | 27,000/- | Bachelors Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized University. | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| - | Counselor | Integrated Counselling Testing Center | Not specified | 21,000/- | Not specified in the official notification. | Not specified in the official notification. | On Contract (Interview) |
| 20. | Auxiliary Nurse Midwife | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified in the official notification. | Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (or) Diploma in GNM/B.Sc (Nursing) from Government or Government approved Private Nursing colleges which are recognized by the Indian Nursing Council. | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| 21. | Data Entry Operator | State Bureau Of Health Intelligience | Not specified | 17,500/- | Any Graduate with Computer Knowledge including MS Office, MS word, MS Power Point and MS Excel, MS access would be essential. with Computer Knowledge. Typewriting in English & Tamil (Lower) | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
| - | Multi Purpose Hospital Worker | Trauma Care | Not specified | 11,000/- | 1. 8th Standard Pass / 10th Standard Fail. 2. Able to Read and write in English & Tamil. 3. Produce Date of Birth Certificate (from Competent authority) | Below 35 years | On Contract (Interview) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the educational and age requirements specified for each post. The notification details a wide range of qualifications, from 8th standard pass to post-graduate degrees and diplomas in relevant fields. Age limits also vary, with some posts having no upper age limit and others specifying a maximum age of 50 years or 35 years.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualifications required for the DHS Nagapattinam recruitment are diverse, catering to different levels of expertise. For instance, the Multi Purpose Hospital Worker position requires an 8th standard pass or 10th standard fail, along with basic literacy. Other roles demand specific diplomas like D.Pharm Siddha, Diploma in GNM/B.Sc Nursing, or Diploma in Dental Technician. Higher qualifications such as Bachelor's degrees in Physiotherapy, BSC Radiography, or Master's degrees in fields like Disability Rehabilitation Administration, Special Education, or Occupational Therapy are needed for specialized positions. For the Data Entry Operator role, any graduate with computer knowledge is eligible.
Age Limit
The age criteria for applicants differ based on the post. For positions like Dispenser Siddha-Pharmacist and Medical Officer Siddha, there is no age limit, or the maximum age limit for appointment is 59 years. For Health Inspector Grade-II, Data Entry Operator, and Multi Purpose Hospital Worker, the age limit is below 35 years. The Mid Level Health Provider position has an upper age limit of 50 years. For Dental Technician, Physiotherapist, Radiographer, Data Manager, Special Educator, and Occupational Therapist, the age limit is below 35 years. For Psychologist and Counselor posts, the age limit is not specified in the official notification.
Application Fee
Not specified in the official notification.
Salary / Pay Scale
The salary for the selected candidates will be on a contractual basis and varies by post. Monthly salaries range from Rs. 11,000/- for Multi Purpose Hospital Worker to Rs. 40,000/- for Medical Officer Siddha. Other positions offer salaries such as Rs. 17,000/- (Dental Technician, Radiographer), Rs. 17,500/- (Health Inspector Grade-II, Data Entry Operator), Rs. 18,000/- (Dispenser Siddha-Pharmacist), Rs. 20,000/- (Pharmacist Siddha, Special Educator), Rs. 21,000/- (Mid Level Health Provider, Counselor), Rs. 23,000/- (Physiotherapist), Rs. 25,000/- (Data Manager), and Rs. 27,000/- (Psychologists, Occupational Therapists).
Selection Process
The selection of candidates for these contractual positions will be based on a walk-in interview. Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will be called for the interview.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates are required to submit their applications either in person or via Speed Post. The applications should be sent to the following address:
Administrative Secretary / District Health Officer,
District Health Society,
District Health Office, Nagapattinam District.
Applications must reach the office by the last date and time specified.
Documents Required
While the official notification does not list specific documents to be submitted with the application, candidates attending the walk-in interview should be prepared to carry relevant documents for verification. This typically includes:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Age proof certificate (e.g., Birth Certificate, SSLC Certificate)
- Community certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Identity proof
- Passport-sized photographs
Candidates are advised to check the official notification for a definitive list of required documents.
Important Instructions
- The positions are purely temporary and will not be regularized under any circumstances.
- Selected candidates will have to provide an undertaking letter for joining the service.
- The number of posts mentioned is subject to change.
- Applications must be submitted by the specified deadline.
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the DHS Nagapattinam recruitment?
A1: The last date to apply is October 9, 2026, by 5:45 PM.
Q2: How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
A2: There are a total of 44 vacancies announced for various posts.
Q3: What is the mode of application for these posts?
A3: Applications can be submitted in person or via Speed Post.
Q4: What is the selection process for the DHS Nagapattinam jobs?
A4: The selection will be based on a walk-in interview.
Q5: Are these posts permanent?
A5: No, these positions are purely temporary and on a contract basis.
Official Notification & Apply Online
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Notification PDF → Click Here
Job Summary
| Board | DHS Nagapattinam |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Qualification | 8TH, 10TH, 12TH, Diploma, Any Graduate, MBBS |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 09 Oct 2026 |
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