• Essential Qualification: MBBS or equivalent medical degree from an institution recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) / Medical Council of India (MCI). Must have completed compulsory rotatory residential internship (CRRI) and hold valid State Medical Council registration.
• Preferential Qualifications:
1. Diploma or MD in Public Health / Preventive & Social Medicine (PSM) / Community Medicine / Community Health Administration (CHA) / Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases.
2. Minimum one year of prior working experience under the Revised National Tuberculosis Control Programme (RNTCP) / National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP).
3. Working knowledge of computers and health data management portals.
• Domicile Requirement: Permanent residents of Pudukkottai District, Tamil Nadu only.
• Communal Roster: Scheduled Caste (Arunthathiyar on preferential basis).
DHS Pudukkottai Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Medical Officer (NTEP) Post
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Sep 10, 2026
Starts
Sep 10, 2026
Deadline
Sep 29, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Candidate must be above 18 years of age and not exceeding 65 years as of the notification date.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Screening & Local Domicile/Credential Verification
Personal Interview before District Health Society Selection Board
Medical Fitness & Contract Agreement Execution
The selection mechanism follows a structured portfolio screening and interview procedure:
- Document Screening: Applications received by September 29, 2026 (5:00 PM) are scrutinized for MBBS degree validity, TNMC registration, Pudukkottai district residence, and SC(A) roster eligibility.
- Personal Interview: Eligible shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview before the Selection Committee headed by the District Collector & Chairman, District Health Society, Pudukkottai. Candidates are evaluated on clinical knowledge of pulmonary tuberculosis management, Nikshay portal workflows, and national health programme implementation.
- Appointment: Selected candidate is engaged on a purely contractual basis under NTEP for a period of one year, subject to periodic performance reviews.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS Academic Credentials & TNMC Registration | 40 Marks | Evaluation of MBBS aggregate marks, clinical internship completion, and permanent registration with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council. |
| Higher Qualifications in Public Health / Pulmonary Medicine | 20 Marks | Diploma or MD in Community Medicine (PSM), Public Health, Community Health Administration (CHA), or Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases. |
| Prior Experience in RNTCP / NTEP Operations | 20 Marks | Demonstrated field or clinical experience working under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme, Nikshay data entry, or DOTS centers. |
| Personal Interview & Clinical Problem Solving | 20 Marks | Assessment of clinical acumen regarding Drug-Resistant TB regimens, adverse drug reactions, contact screening, and public health communication skills. |
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- Exclusive Pudukkottai District Domicile: The circular strictly specifies that only permanent residents of Pudukkottai district are eligible to apply (backed by Ration Card / Nativity proof); non-district candidates will be rejected.
- Communal Roster Specificity: The post is reserved for Scheduled Caste (Arunthathiyar on preferential basis) under the Tamil Nadu communal roster.
- Offline Submission Deadline: Complete applications with all required self-attested enclosures must reach the District TB Centre, Old GH Campus, Pudukkottai by September 29, 2026, 5:00 PM; no applications will be accepted after this deadline.
- Strict Document Verification: Failure to submit any mandatory certificate (MBBS degree, TNMC registration, internship completion, caste certificate, residence proof, computer certificate) will result in summary rejection.
- Temporary Non-Regularized Post: The engagement is purely contractual at ₹63,000/- per month and does not confer any entitlement to permanent regular employment in the state medical services.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Medical Officer (NTEP) - Medical College TB Cell (Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar on preferential basis)1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Fixed consolidated monthly contractual remuneration of ₹63,000/- per month.
Consolidated monthly contract remuneration of ₹63,000/- per month under National Health Mission (NHM) / National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) norms. Purely temporary contractual appointment terminable with one month's notice.
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 format and notification from the official Pudukkottai district portal (pudukkottai.nic.in).
- Fill in the application form completely with personal details, educational qualifications, medical council registration details, and prior RNTCP/NTEP experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of the following mandatory documents:
- Proof of Age / Date of Birth certificate.
- MBBS Degree Certificate and Year-wise Mark Sheets.
- Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) Completion Certificate.
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council (TNMC) Permanent Registration Certificate.
- Postgraduate Degree/Diploma Certificate in PSM/Community Medicine/Chest Diseases (if applicable).
- Community / Caste Certificate (SC/SCA).
- Nativity / Domicile Certificate & Family Ration Card / Aadhaar Card proving permanent residence in Pudukkottai District.
- Computer Knowledge / Course Certificate.
- Prior experience certificate in RNTCP/NTEP (if any).
- Superscribe the application envelope with: "Application for the post of Medical Officer (NTEP)".
- Submit the completed application in person or send it by registered/speed post to the Office of the District Programme Officer & Deputy Director (TB), District Health Society - NTEP, District TB Centre, Old Government Hospital Campus, Pudukkottai – 622001, Tamil Nadu on or before September 29, 2026 by 5:00 PM.
- Applications received after the specified date and time or without requisite documents will be summarily rejected.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
NIL (No application fee required).
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Published
Sep 10, 2026
Starts
Sep 10, 2026
Deadline
Sep 29, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Screening & Local Domicile/Credential Verification
Personal Interview before District Health Society Selection Board
Medical Fitness & Contract Agreement Execution
The selection mechanism follows a structured portfolio screening and interview procedure:
- Document Screening: Applications received by September 29, 2026 (5:00 PM) are scrutinized for MBBS degree validity, TNMC registration, Pudukkottai district residence, and SC(A) roster eligibility.
- Personal Interview: Eligible shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview before the Selection Committee headed by the District Collector & Chairman, District Health Society, Pudukkottai. Candidates are evaluated on clinical knowledge of pulmonary tuberculosis management, Nikshay portal workflows, and national health programme implementation.
- Appointment: Selected candidate is engaged on a purely contractual basis under NTEP for a period of one year, subject to periodic performance reviews.
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The completed application form along with self-attested documents must reach the District TB Centre, Old GH Campus, Pudukkottai on or before September 29, 2026 by 5:00 PM.
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