National Health Mission – Tamil Nadu (NHM-TN), under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, has invited applications for 4,724 Contractual/Temporary Staff Nurse posts across eligible districts of Tamil Nadu. The recruitment is being carried out through the respective District Health Societies and District Health Offices.
The engagement is purely temporary/contractual. Eligible candidates with GNM/DGNM or B.Sc. Nursing qualification and valid registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council can apply. The completed application must reach the concerned District Health Office/District Health Society by 25 September 2026, 5:00 PM. The recruitment notice excludes Tiruppur and Chengalpattu districts because the Model Code of Conduct is in force there. citeturn2search3turn2search0
TN NHM Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Recruiting Organisation | National Health Mission – Tamil Nadu |
| Department | Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Post | Contractual / Temporary Staff Nurse |
| Total Vacancies | 4,724 |
| Nature of Appointment | Contract / Purely Temporary |
| Qualification | GNM/DGNM or B.Sc. Nursing |
| Age Limit | Up to 50 years |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 25 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Job Location | Across eligible districts of Tamil Nadu |
TN NHM Staff Nurse Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers 4,724 Staff Nurse vacancies distributed across eligible District Health Societies and health institutions. Published district-wise figures include Chennai – 512, Salem/Athur – 231, Tiruchirappalli – 205, Tiruvannamalai/Seyyar – 197, Coimbatore – 193, Tiruvallur/Poonamallee – 178, Cuddalore – 172, Erode – 169, Thanjavur – 166, Dindigul/Palani – 161, Pudukkottai/Aranthangi – 158, Tiruvarur – 156, Dharmapuri – 152, Madurai – 147, Virudhunagar/Sivakasi – 129, Namakkal – 128, Thoothukudi/Kovilpatti – 126, Sivaganga – 120, Theni – 119, Krishnagiri – 111, Nilgiris – 111, Tirunelveli – 101, Karur – 99, Villupuram – 94, Tenkasi – 76, Vellore – 75, Kallakurichi – 74, Nagapattinam – 70, Ramanathapuram – 66, Paramakudi – 65, Tiruppathur – 65, Ranipet – 64, Ariyalur – 61, Kanchipuram – 48, Perambalur – 45, Mayiladuthurai – 41 and Nagercoil – 39. citeturn2search0
District-wise applications should be submitted to the office specified in the relevant district notice/application instructions. Candidates should check the district-wise notification and vacancy annexure before choosing where to apply.
Educational Qualification
- Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM/DGNM) or B.Sc. Nursing from a Government institution or Government-approved private nursing college recognised by the Indian Nursing Council.
- Valid registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council is required.
- Candidates should satisfy any additional conditions mentioned in the district notification/application form, including the prescribed proof of qualification and registration. citeturn2search3turn2search1
Age Limit
The upper age limit is 50 years as on 25 September 2026. Candidates should refer to the applicable district notification for any category-specific provisions or relaxations. citeturn2search0
Salary
Recent recruitment reports based on the TN NHM notice state a consolidated remuneration of ₹21,000 per month for the Staff Nurse engagement. Candidates should verify the remuneration applicable to the district/engagement notice before joining. citeturn2search0turn1search12
Nature of Appointment
This is a contractual and purely temporary engagement, not a permanent government appointment. The recruitment is intended to fill Staff Nurse vacancies in health institutions under the relevant state health directorates and Greater Chennai Corporation. citeturn1search0turn2search3
Selection Process
The recruitment is carried out at the district level. Candidates should follow the selection and document-verification instructions in the applicable district notification. Published reports indicate selection is based on the prescribed academic/qualification criteria followed by verification/interview procedures where specified; candidates should not assume that a common written examination will be conducted for all districts. citeturn2search0turn2search4
Application Fee
No separate application fee is specified in the recruitment information currently available for this Staff Nurse drive. Candidates should nevertheless check the district-specific application instructions before submission.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 12 September 2026 |
| Application Period | September 2026 |
| Last Date to Reach District Office | 25 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
The official notice specifies the closing deadline as 25 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates should allow sufficient time for postal delivery or hand submission. citeturn2search1turn2search3
How to Apply
- Visit the official NHM Tamil Nadu website.
- Download the Staff Nurse notification and prescribed application form.
- Check the district-wise vacancy and the address of the concerned District Health Office/District Health Society.
- Complete the application form in the prescribed format.
- Attach self-attested copies of the required educational, nursing registration, age, category and other supporting certificates.
- Sign the application wherever required.
- Address the application to the designated authority mentioned in the district notification.
- Submit it by post or in person so that it reaches the concerned office by 25 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Filled and signed application form
- GNM/DGNM or B.Sc. Nursing certificate
- Relevant marksheets
- Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council registration certificate
- Date-of-birth proof
- Community certificate, where applicable
- Experience/priority certificates, where applicable
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Valid identity proof
- Any additional documents specified by the concerned District Health Society
Districts Covered
The current notice covers eligible districts and health institutions across Tamil Nadu. Tiruppur and Chengalpattu are excluded from this particular recruitment notice because the Model Code of Conduct is in force in those districts. Candidates from other districts should use the district-specific application address and vacancy information published by NHM-TN. citeturn2search3turn1search1
Important Links
Official NHM Tamil Nadu Website: https://nhm.tn.gov.in/
Staff Nurse Application Form: Download the prescribed application form
CareerSphere Verification Note
CareerSphere checked the current TN NHM Staff Nurse recruitment information against the published NHM-TN recruitment notice and current recruitment references. The recruitment is for 4,724 contractual/temporary Staff Nurse posts, with applications reaching the concerned District Health Office/District Health Society by 25 September 2026, 5:00 PM. Candidates should check the latest district-specific notice and the official NHM-TN website for any correction or change before submitting their application. citeturn2search3turn2search0
FAQs
How many Staff Nurse vacancies are available?
A total of 4,724 contractual/temporary Staff Nurse vacancies are being filled.
What is the qualification?
GNM/DGNM or B.Sc. Nursing from an eligible institution, along with the prescribed Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council registration.
What is the age limit?
The upper age limit is 50 years as on 25 September 2026.
What is the last date?
The application must reach the concerned District Health Office/District Health Society by 25 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Is this a permanent government job?
No. The posts are contractual and purely temporary.
Is there an online application?
No. The application is submitted physically to the concerned district authority by post or in person.
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