Pudukkottai DHS Recruitment: 1 Medical Officer Post

Recruitment Overview

The District Health Society (DHS) Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu, has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Medical Officer under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP).

This is a contractual position. Applications are invited from candidates who are permanent residents of Pudukkottai district.

Job Highlights

Important Dates

Applications are accepted from 10 September 2026 to 29 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment is for one (1) post of Medical Officer.

The number of vacancies is subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must be permanent residents of Pudukkottai district to be eligible for this position.

Educational Qualification

The essential qualification for the Medical Officer post is an MBBS degree or an equivalent degree from an institution recognized by the Medical Council of India.

Preferential qualifications include:

• Diploma / MD in Public Health, PSM, Community Medicine, CHA, or Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases.
• One year of experience completed in RNTCP.
• Basic knowledge of computers.

Age Limit

The age limit for applicants is above 18 years and not exceeding 65 years.

Application Fee

Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 63,000.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on an interview.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit their filled applications offline.

The filled application form, along with copies of required documents, should be sent either in person or by post to the following address:

District Project Officer and Deputy Director (Tuberculosis),
District Health Society - NTEP,
District TB Centre,
Old Government Hospital Campus,
Pudukkottai - 622 001.

Candidates must write the name of the post they are applying for on the envelope.

Documents Required

Candidates must submit copies of the following documents with their application:

• Family Ration Card
• Community Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Educational Certificates
• Computer Certificate

Applications will be rejected if any of the required certificates are missing.

Important Instructions

• This position is purely temporary and contractual.
• The appointment can be terminated with one month's notice.
• The position will not be regularized or made permanent in the future.
• The communal roster system will be used to fill these posts.
• Selected candidates will be required to work at the place of need in Pudukkottai district.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for the Medical Officer post in Pudukkottai?

The last date to apply is 29 September 2026.

What is the educational qualification required?

MBBS degree or equivalent is required. Preferential qualifications include a Diploma/MD in Public Health or related fields, one year of RNTCP experience, and basic computer knowledge.

What is the age limit for applicants?

Applicants must be above 18 years and not more than 65 years old.

Where should I send my application?

Applications should be sent to the District Project Officer and Deputy Director (Tuberculosis), District Health Society - NTEP, District TB Centre, Old Government Hospital Campus, Pudukkottai - 622 001.

Is this a permanent job?

No, this is a purely temporary and contractual position and will not be regularized or made permanent.

Important Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here