Must have completed GNM (Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery) or B.Sc. Nursing from a Government or Government-approved Private Nursing College recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). Candidates must hold a valid and active registration certificate issued by the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council.
Contractual / RegularSep. 12, 2026
DHS Ariyalur Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 61 Staff Nurse Posts
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Sep. 12, 2026Contractual / Temporary Staff Nurse
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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply
Vacancies
61
Pay Scale
₹21,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 50 Years as on 25.09.2026
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 12, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 12, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 25, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window12 – 25 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.
Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is up to 50 years as of the application closing date (25.09.2026). Age relaxation and reservations apply as per Government of Tamil Nadu rules.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Academic Merit Shortlisting
Scrutiny of GNM / B.Sc. Nursing Academic Percentage & MarksheetsQualifying Only
Original Certificate Verification
In-Person Verification at District Health Office, AriyalurMerit Scored
Selection is conducted by the District Health Society selection committee headed by the District Collector (Chairperson) and District Health Officer (Executive Secretary). Merit rankings are formulated based on aggregate marks secured in GNM / B.Sc. Nursing, +2, and SSLC, followed by thorough scrutiny of original certificates and council registration validity. Local district nativity provides preference.
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
Staff Nurses under District Health Society, Ariyalur are deployed across 24x7 Primary Health Centres (PHCs), Upgraded PHCs, Government Taluk Hospitals, and the Government Medical College Hospital, Ariyalur. Primary responsibilities include maternal and child health management, labor room and delivery care, emergency triage, immunization campaigns, geriatric healthcare, and managing e-health/HMIS health records. Work involves rotating day and night shifts in a patient-centric, high-volume public hospital setting under the guidance of Medical Officers and the District Health Officer.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
The post is purely temporary and contractual under National Health Mission (NHM) Tamil Nadu, initially for 11 months, renewable annually based on performance evaluation, medical attendance, and grant allocation. The contractual position confers no right, equity, or claim for regular absorption or permanent service in the Tamil Nadu Medical Services.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
There is no formal cadre promotion hierarchy for contractual staff nurses in District Health Societies. However, documented contractual clinical service under NHM-TN provides official experience certificates, giving valuable priority and weightage marks in future Tamil Nadu Medical Services Recruitment Board (TN MRB) regular Staff Nurse recruitment drives.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Physical / Postal Delivery Only: Applications must be submitted in person or sent by post to reach the District Health Office, Ariyalur before 25th September 2026, 5:00 PM; email submissions are not accepted.
- Mandatory TNC Registration: Applicants must have valid and current registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council; applications without council registration will be summarily rejected.
- Nativity Document Requirement: Submission of nativity proof (Ration card, Voter ID, Aadhaar) is strictly mandatory to establish district domicile preference.
- Provisional Vacancy Quota: The advertised 61 vacancies are subject to revision at the discretion of the Chairperson - DHS / District Collector, Ariyalur.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Staff Nurse (PHCs, Govt Hospitals, Ariyalur Govt Medical College Hospital)61
Total Vacancies61
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated pay of Rs. 21,000/- per month under District Health Society, Ariyalur / NHM-TN norms. No additional allowances are admissible.
Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 21,000/- per month as per National Health Mission (NHM) Tamil Nadu norms.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Download the official application form from the Ariyalur District portal at ariyalur.nic.in.
- Fill in all required fields accurately, including personal details, academic marks, and Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration number.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all requisite certificates: SSLC mark sheet, +2 mark sheet, GNM / B.Sc. Nursing degree/diploma mark sheets, Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council registration certificate, Nativity proof (Aadhaar / Ration Card / Voter ID), Community certificate, and special category certificates (Transgender / Ex-Serviceman / Destitute Widow / Disability) if applicable.
- Submit the filled application in person or send it by registered post to: The District Health Officer / Executive Secretary, District Health Society, Multi Purpose Complex, Jayankondam Road, Ariyalur District - 621 704.
- Ensure the application envelope reaches the office on or before 25th September 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
No application fee is required.
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 12, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 12, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 25, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window12 – 25 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
DH
District Health Society Ariyalur
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Academic Merit Shortlisting
Scrutiny of GNM / B.Sc. Nursing Academic Percentage & MarksheetsQualifying Only
Original Certificate Verification
In-Person Verification at District Health Office, AriyalurMerit Scored
Selection is conducted by the District Health Society selection committee headed by the District Collector (Chairperson) and District Health Officer (Executive Secretary). Merit rankings are formulated based on aggregate marks secured in GNM / B.Sc. Nursing, +2, and SSLC, followed by thorough scrutiny of original certificates and council registration validity. Local district nativity provides preference.
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A total of 61 contractual/temporary Staff Nurse vacancies have been announced across Primary Health Centres, Government Hospitals, and the Government Medical College Hospital in Ariyalur District.
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