Candidates must possess a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc. Nursing from a Government or Government-approved Private Nursing College recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). Candidates must hold an active and valid registration certificate issued by the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council.
Contractual / RegularSep. 15, 2026
DHS Kancheepuram Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 203 Staff Nurse Posts
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Sep. 15, 2026Staff Nurse
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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply
Vacancies
203
Pay Scale
Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 21,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 50 Years as on date of application
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 10, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 10, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 25, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window10 – 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
The upper age limit is up to 50 years as on the application date. Standard relaxation guidelines apply for eligible reserved categories as per Government of Tamil Nadu and NHM norms.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Scrutiny of Applications & Certificate Verification
OfflineQualifying Only
Scoring Criteria Evaluation & Competency Assessment
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection is conducted by the District Health Society Selection Committee based on prescribed Scoring Criteria. Merit is formulated from qualifying academic percentage (GNM / B.Sc Nursing), valid registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, hospital experience, and interview assessment.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
Verified Official SourceOfficial weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.
| Evaluation Component | Max Marks / Weightage |
|---|---|
| Evaluation Component | 50 Marks |
| Evaluation Component | 20 Marks |
| Evaluation Component | 15 Marks |
| Evaluation Component | 15 Marks |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
Contractual Staff Nurses appointed under the District Health Society (DHS) Kancheepuram serve across government health institutions under the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (DPH), Directorate of Medical and Rural Health Services (DMS), and Directorate of Medical Education (DME) within Kancheepuram District, including Government District Headquarters Hospital, Taluk Hospitals, Community Health Centres (CHCs), and Primary Health Centres (PHCs). Core clinical duties encompass bedside nursing care, emergency triage, maternal and neonatal healthcare, labor room assistance, routine immunization, and medication administration under medical supervision. The role requires rotational morning, evening, and night shift duties.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
The appointment is purely temporary and on a contractual basis under National Health Mission (NHM) Tamil Nadu norms for an initial tenure of 11 months to 1 year, renewable annually based on performance evaluation and project sanctions. Postings are allocated across healthcare facilities in Kancheepuram District. Contractual engagement confers no right to regularization or permanent absorption in the Tamil Nadu Medical Subordinate Services.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
As a consolidated contractual post under District Health Society funds, there is no direct promotional cadre within the society. However, working experience in NHM / DHS facilities earns priority service marks (typically 2 to 5 marks per completed year of service) during regular Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB Tamil Nadu) direct recruitments for permanent Staff Nurse posts.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- The application process is strictly offline; application forms must be downloaded from https://kancheepuram.nic.in or https://nhm.tn.gov.in and submitted in person or by Speed Post to the District Health Society, Kancheepuram.
- The strict submission deadline is September 25, 2026 (5:00 PM); applications received after this time will not be processed.
- Candidates must hold an active registration certificate issued by the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council; applications without valid council registration will be rejected.
- Self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, council registration, community certificate, and address proof (Aadhar/Voter ID/Ration Card) must be enclosed.
- The post is purely temporary and contractual under NHM; candidates cannot claim regularization or permanent absorption in the future under any circumstances.
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
- District Merit / Unreserved203
Total Vacancies203
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Monthly consolidated remuneration as per National Health Mission (NHM) Tamil Nadu guidelines (approximately Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 21,000/- per month for contractual Staff Nurse posts).
Consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 21,000/- 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
- Visit the official Kancheepuram District portal at kancheepuram.nic.in or the NHM Tamil Nadu website at nhm.tn.gov.in to download the official application form for DHS Kancheepuram Staff Nurse recruitment.
- Fill out the application form with complete personal, educational, and Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration details.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required supporting documents, including 10th (SSLC) and 12th (HSC) mark sheets, GNM / B.Sc Nursing degree/diploma certificates and consolidated mark sheets, valid Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council registration certificate, community certificate, and address proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, or Ration Card).
- Submit the completed application form along with enclosures either in person or by Speed Post addressed to the Office of the District Health Society / Deputy Director of Health Services (DDHS), Kancheepuram District.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before September 25, 2026, by 5:00 PM. Applications received after the deadline will be summarily rejected.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
No application fee is required for applying to these contractual posts under District Health Society, Kancheepuram.
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 10, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 10, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 25, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window10 – 25 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Current Active Vacancies in District Health Society, Kancheepuram
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Scrutiny of Applications & Certificate Verification
OfflineQualifying Only
Scoring Criteria Evaluation & Competency Assessment
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection is conducted by the District Health Society Selection Committee based on prescribed Scoring Criteria. Merit is formulated from qualifying academic percentage (GNM / B.Sc Nursing), valid registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, hospital experience, and interview assessment.
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