National Health Mission (NHM), Tamil Nadu
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Quick Summary
National Health Mission (NHM), Tamil Nadu has invited offline applications from eligible candidates for the recruitment of 4,724 Staff Nurse vacancies across District Health Societies in Tamil Nadu. The prescribed application form must reach the respective Deputy Director of Health Services (DDHS) on or before 25 September 2026.
Job Location
All Districts, Tamil Nadu
Salary / Pay Scale
Rs. 18,000/- per month (Consolidated Honorarium)
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Brief Information
National Health Mission (NHM), Tamil Nadu has announced 4,724 Staff Nurse posts on a contract basis under District Health Societies. Qualified GNM and B.Sc Nursing graduates registered with the Tamil Nadu Nursing Council can submit offline applications by 25 September 2026.
Full Information
National Health Mission Tamil Nadu (TN NHM) in coordination with District Health Societies (DHS) has announced a mega recruitment drive for 4,724 Staff Nurse Vacancies on a contractual basis across Tamil Nadu government health centres and hospitals. Interested nursing professionals can download the official application form and submit it to their respective District Health Society (Deputy Director of Health Services - DDHS) on or before 30 September 2026.
Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Agency | National Health Mission (NHM), Tamil Nadu |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse (Contractual) |
| Total Vacancies | 4,724 Posts |
| Location | All Districts across Tamil Nadu |
| Remuneration | Rs. 18,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Post or In-Person to Respective DDHS Office) |
| Application Fee | Nil (No Application Fee) |
| Official Website | nhm.tn.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Important Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 08 September 2026 |
| Application Submission Window | 08 September to 30 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application at DDHS | 30 September 2026 (5:45 PM) |
| Scrutiny & Merit List Publication | October 2026 |
| Certificate Verification & Joining | October - November 2026 |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (General / OBC / SC / ST / PwBD / Women) | Rs. 0/- (Exempted / Free) |
Age Limit & Relaxations (As on 01/07/2026)
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| OC / General Candidates | Up to 50 Years |
| BC / BCM / MBC / DNC Candidates | Up to 57 Years |
| SC / ST / SCA Candidates | Up to 57 Years |
| Differently Abled Persons | As per TN Govt Norms |
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Total Posts | Educational Qualification & Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | 4,724 | Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc Nursing from a recognized institution approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) + Active registration with Tamil Nadu Nurses & Midwives Council. |
Selection Criteria & Merit Weightage
Selection is completely merit-based with transparent weightage calculated as follows:
| Criteria | Weightage Breakdown |
|---|---|
| HSC (12th Standard) Marks | 50% Weightage |
| GNM / B.Sc Nursing Aggregate Marks | 30% Weightage |
| SSLC (10th Standard) Marks | 20% Weightage |
| Total Merit Evaluation | 100% Weightage Score |
What to Prepare for Document Verification
- Duly filled application format with self-attested passport size photo.
- 10th & 12th Standard Mark Sheets (Birth Date & Qualification proof).
- GNM / B.Sc Nursing All Semester Mark Sheets & Degree / Diploma Certificate.
- Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council Registration Certificate & Renewal Slip.
- Community Certificate (issued by competent Tahsildar / Revenue Authority).
- Aadhaar Card / Photo ID Proof and Domicile Certificate.
How to Apply Offline
- Download the official application format from https://nhm.tn.gov.in or obtain it from your local DDHS office.
- Fill out the bio-data application form in neat block letters.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required educational certificates, registration cards, and ID proofs.
- Place the application in an envelope superscribed with "Application for the Post of Staff Nurse on Contract Basis - NHM".
- Submit the envelope by Registered/Speed Post or by hand to the Office of the Deputy Director of Health Services (DDHS) of your respective district before 30 September 2026 (5:45 PM).
Direct Official Action Links
| Document / Action | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Download Application Form & Notification PDF | Download Application PDF |
| Official Tamil Nadu NHM Portal | nhm.tn.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Process
Age Limit (Calculated as on Notification)
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| - |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to submit TN NHM Staff Nurse application form?
Ans: The last date to submit the offline application form at respective District Health Societies is 30 September 2026.
Q: How many Staff Nurse vacancies are released under TN NHM 2026?
Ans: A total of 4,724 Staff Nurse contract vacancies across all district health societies in Tamil Nadu have been announced.
Q: Is there any written examination for TN NHM Staff Nurse recruitment?
Ans: No, selection is based purely on academic merit marks (GNM/B.Sc Nursing), MRB exam weightage, and document verification by the District Health Society (DHS).
Q: What is the monthly salary for TN NHM Staff Nurse?
Ans: The consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 18,000/- per month as per NHM Tamil Nadu norms.
Q: Is registration with Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council mandatory?
Ans: Yes, valid and live registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council is compulsory.
Q: What is the maximum age limit for TN NHM Staff Nurse?
Ans: The maximum age limit is up to 50 years for OC and up to 57 years for SC/ST/SCA/BC/BCM/MBC categories.
How to Fill National Health Mission (NHM), Tamil Nadu Online Form 2026
- Candidate can apply between the specified dates in the notification.
- Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in National Health Mission (NHM), Tamil Nadu.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document - Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form - Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.