NHM Thiruvarur Recruitment 2026 – 66 Posts

NHM Thiruvarur Recruitment 2026 – 66 Posts

The District Health Society, National Health Mission (NHM) Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur District, has invited applications for filling 66 temporary contractual posts across 22 categories under the Public Health and Preventive Medicine Department. This article covers the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.

NHM Thiruvarur Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Post-wise Vacancy, Pay and Qualification Details

How to Apply

1. Complete the application form for the desired post, attaching all self-attested document photocopies listed in Annexure-I (photograph, date of birth proof, educational qualification proof, registration certificate, residency proof, character certificate, experience certificate, community certificate, self-declaration).
2. Send the application by hand, registered post, speed post, or courier to: Secretary, District Health Society and District Health Office, Old Government Hospital Campus, Netaji Worker Street, Thiruvarur-610001.
3. Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 16 September 2026, by 5:45 PM. Applications received after this date/time will not be accepted.

Important Terms and Conditions

• This post is purely temporary in nature.
• The post will not be made permanent at any point in time.
• The number of posts mentioned above is subject to change.
• Applications must be complete with all required documents attached; incomplete or ineligible applications will be rejected.

Documents Required (Annexure-I)

• One recent passport-size color photograph.
• Evidence of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate/SSLC/HSC Certificate).
• Evidence of Educational Qualification and marks.
• Registration Certificate (where applicable, e.g., Nursing Council, Medical Council).
• Proof of residency (any one): Nativity Certificate from Revenue Department, Voter ID, Panchayat/Municipality/Corporation tax receipt, Aadhar Card, or Ration Card.
• Certificate of Character and Conduct issued by a Group A or Group B Government officer, recent (within 3 months prior to the notification), applicable to all applicants including fresh graduates.
• Experience Certificate (where applicable).
• Community Certificate.
• Self-Declaration.

About This Recruitment

This large-scale recruitment fills 66 posts across Thiruvarur district’s National Health Mission health infrastructure, spanning frontline clinical roles (Medical Officer, Staff Nurse, MLHP), diagnostic support (Laboratory Technician, Radiographer, Audiologist), specialized counselling (ICTC and Blood Bank Counsellors for HIV/AIDS programmes), traditional medicine (AYUSH Medical Officer, Siddha Dispenser, Yoga Therapeutic Assistants), and support staff (Drivers, Hospital Workers, Sanitary Workers). With Health Inspector (HI Grade-II) alone accounting for 23 of the 66 posts, this drive significantly strengthens the district’s field-level public health surveillance and community outreach capacity.

Why the Health Inspector Post Dominates This Recruitment

With 23 out of 66 total vacancies, Health Inspector (HI Grade-II) is by far the largest single category in this drive, reflecting the critical role these field-level officers play in disease surveillance, sanitation inspection, and community health monitoring across Thiruvarur district’s villages and towns. Candidates for this post specifically need a background in Biology/Botany and Zoology at the +2 level along with a 2-year Multi-Purpose Health Worker (MPHW)/Sanitary Inspector training course, a combination of academic and vocational qualifications distinct from the general nursing or medical routes required for most other posts in this notification.

Understanding the HIV/AIDS Counsellor Positions

Both the Blood Bank Counsellor and ICTC Counsellor posts carry an unusual and inclusive eligibility provision: candidates from the community of people infected with or affected by HIV/AIDS may be considered with just 1 year of relevant project experience, compared to the standard 3-year requirement for other graduate applicants. This reflects the National AIDS Control Programme’s broader approach of involving affected community members directly in HIV/AIDS counselling and outreach work, valuing lived experience alongside formal qualifications for these specific roles.

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Preparing a Complete Application

Given the wide range of posts and their differing qualification requirements, candidates should carefully match their own educational background and registration status (Nursing Council, Medical Council, or relevant training institution certification) to the specific post they intend to apply for, and gather all 9 categories of documents listed in Annexure-I well before the 16 September 2026 deadline. Since applications are accepted only by hand, registered post, speed post, or courier (no online submission), candidates relying on postal delivery should send their application with sufficient buffer time to ensure it physically reaches the Thiruvarur District Health Office before the cutoff.

Final Word

Eligible candidates holding the required qualifications for any of the 22 post categories under NHM Thiruvarur should complete their application with all supporting documents and dispatch it to the District Health Society office in Thiruvarur well before the 16 September 2026, 5:45 PM deadline.

How This Multi-Post Notice Simplifies District Health Recruitment

Rather than issuing separate advertisements for each of its 22 vacant post categories, the Thiruvarur District Health Society has consolidated all its current NHM-funded vacancies into a single notification, allowing candidates from a wide range of educational and vocational backgrounds, from MBBS doctors to 8th-pass support staff, to apply through one common application window and address. Candidates interested in multiple posts for which they may be eligible should note that a separate application is expected for each specific post category, since each requires distinct qualification documentation matched to its own eligibility criteria.

A Note on the Traditional Medicine and Therapy Posts

This notification also includes several posts under the AYUSH and traditional medicine framework, an AYUSH Medical Officer (Homeopathy), Siddha Dispensers, and Therapeutic Assistants for both general medicine and specifically Yoga therapy under NRHM, reflecting Tamil Nadu’s continued integration of traditional and complementary medicine systems within its mainstream public health delivery network. Candidates with a Diploma in Nursing Therapy or similar AYUSH-recognized qualifications should note that these posts, while carrying comparatively modest pay, offer a distinct entry point into government health service for those trained outside the conventional allopathic nursing or medical routes.

Final Reminder on Postal Submission

Since no online application option is available and applications are accepted only physically at the Thiruvarur District Health Office, candidates should avoid last-minute courier or postal dispatch, particularly those residing outside Thiruvarur district, to ensure their complete application reaches the office well within the 16 September 2026 deadline.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many total posts are advertised under NHM Thiruvarur?

66 posts, across 22 categories.

2. What is the last date to apply?

16 September 2026, by 5:45 PM.

3. Which post has the highest number of vacancies?

Health Inspector (HI Grade-II), with 23 posts.

4. What is the salary for Medical Officer?

Rs. 63,000 per month.

5. Is this a permanent position?

No, all posts are purely temporary and will not be made permanent.

6. How should candidates apply?

By hand, registered post, speed post, or courier, to the Secretary, District Health Society, Thiruvarur.

7. What qualification is required for Medical Officer?

MBBS registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council.

8. What is the salary for AYUSH Medical Officer (Homeo)?

Rs. 40,000 per month.

9. Can community members affected by HIV/AIDS apply for Counsellor posts?

Yes, with a relaxed 1-year experience requirement instead of the standard 3 years.

10. What is the qualification for Health Inspector (HI Grade-II)?

+2 with Biology/Botany/Zoology, Tamil in SSLC, and a 2-year MPHW/Sanitary Inspector course.

11. Is there an application fee?

Not specified in this notification.

12. What documents are required with the application?

Photograph, DOB proof, educational qualification proof, registration certificate, residency proof, character certificate, experience certificate, community certificate, and self-declaration.

13. What is the salary for Hospital Worker/Security/Sanitary Worker?

Rs. 11,000 per month.

14. Can vacancy numbers change?

Yes, the notice states the number of posts is subject to change.

15. Who issues this recruitment notice?

Secretary, District Health Society and District Health Office, Thiruvarur.