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Kanniyakumari DHS Recruitment 2026 – 81 ANM, Health Inspector, Medical Officer Posts
Last Updated: 19 September 2026
District Health Society, Kanniyakumari has released Notification No. 1195/A5/2026 to fill 81 posts including ANM, Health Inspector, Pharmacist, Medical Officer, Data Entry Operator and other health-related positions on contract basis. Applications can be submitted offline till 30 September 2026.
About Kanniyakumari DHS
The District Health Society, Kanniyakumari functions under the National Health Mission and is responsible for implementing various health programmes in the district. These contract appointments support key public health services across Kanniyakumari district.
🔥 Key Highlights
- Organization: District Health Society, Kanniyakumari
- Notification No: 1195/A5/2026
- Total Vacancies: 81 Posts
- Employment Type: Contract Basis
- Location: Kanniyakumari
- Last Date: 30 September 2026
- Apply Mode: Offline
Kanniyakumari DHS Recruitment 2026 Quick Summary
| Organization | District Health Society, Kanniyakumari |
| Notification No | 1195/A5/2026 |
| Job Category | Tamilnadu Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type | Contract Basis |
| Total Posts | 81 Posts |
| Place of Posting | Kanniyakumari |
| Starting Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | https://kanniyakumari.nic.in/ |
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Recruitment Overview
District Health Society, Kanniyakumari has invited offline applications for 81 contract posts covering medical, paramedical, nursing, administrative and support categories under various National Health Mission programmes including NTEP.
Why Join Kanniyakumari DHS?
These contract positions offer an opportunity to work in the public health system of Kanniyakumari district and contribute to important national health programmes while gaining valuable field experience.
Current Kanniyakumari DHS Job Openings
- Medical Officer TB Cell (NTEP) – 01 Post
- Consultant (Ayurveda) – 01 Post
- Audiologist – Speech Therapist – 01 Post
- District Public Private Mix / ACSM Coordinator (NTEP) – 01 Post
- Senior Treatment Supervisor (NTEP) – 02 Posts
- Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor (NTEP) – 01 Post
- Counselor – 03 Posts
- International Health Worker – 03 Posts
- Pharmacist – 01 Post
- MPHW (Male) / Health Inspector Gr-II – 29 Posts
- Auxiliary Nurse Midwife / Urban Health Nurse – 22 Posts
- Data Entry Operator – 01 Post
- Dental Assistant – 02 Posts
- Therapeutic Assistant – 01 Post
- TB Health Visitor – 01 Post
- Female Nursing Assistant – 01 Post
- CEmONC Security Guard – 02 Posts
- Multi Purpose Hospital Worker – 05 Posts
- District PMDT TBHIV Coordinator – 01 Post
- Radiographer – 01 Post
- Attender – 01 Post
Total Vacancies: 81 Posts
Educational Qualification
- Medical Officer TB Cell (NTEP): MBBS or equivalent from MCI recognized institution + completed compulsory rotatory internship. Preference for Diploma/MD in Public Health/TB & Chest Diseases + 1 year RNTCP experience + basic computer knowledge.
- Consultant (Ayurveda): BAMS
- Audiologist – Speech Therapist: Bachelor in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology / B.Sc. (Speech and Hearing) from RCI recognized institute.
- District Public Private Mix / ACSM Coordinator (NTEP): Post Graduate + 1 year experience in Communication / ACSM / PPP / Health Projects + permanent two-wheeler driving licence.
- Senior Treatment Supervisor (NTEP): Bachelor Degree OR Recognized Sanitary Inspectors Course + Certificate course in Computer Operation (min. 2 months) + permanent two-wheeler driving licence.
- Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor (NTEP): Graduate + DMLT or equivalent + permanent two-wheeler driving licence + Certificate course in Computer Operations (min. 2 months) + preferably 1 year RNTCP experience.
- Counselor: Master’s / Bachelor’s degree in Social Work / Public Administration / Psychology / Sociology / Home Science / Hospital & Health Management + experience in health sector + excellent communication skills + fluency in local language + basic computer skills.
- International Health Worker: DGNM or B.Sc. Nursing from INC recognized institution + up-to-date Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council registration.
- Pharmacist: Degree / Diploma in Pharmacy + 1 year experience in managed store of a reputed hospital / health centre + knowledge of MS Word, Excel & simple statistical packages.
- MPHW (Male) / Health Inspector Gr-II: Plus Two with Biology or Botany & Zoology + Tamil as subject in SSLC + Two years Multipurpose Health Worker (Male) / Inspector Course Training.
- Auxiliary Nurse Midwife / Urban Health Nurse: Higher Secondary + One/Two-year ANM course from DPH approved institution + up-to-date Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council registration.
- Data Entry Operator: 10th + 12th with Diploma in Computer Application or equivalent + typing speed of 40 wpm in English and local language + proficiency in MS Word, Excel & simple statistical packages.
- Dental Assistant: 10th Standard pass + minimum 1 year experience in dental care and treatment.
- Therapeutic Assistant: Certificate / Diploma in Nursing Therapist (Government of Tamil Nadu issued only).
- TB Health Visitor: Graduate OR Intermediate (10+2) with experience as MPW/LHV/ANM/Health Worker OR Tuberculosis Health Visitor’s course + Certificate course in computer operations (min. 2 months).
- Female Nursing Assistant: Nursing Assistant course completed under Government of Tamil Nadu Medical Institution.
- CEmONC Security Guard: Must know how to read and write Tamil (Men only).
- Multi Purpose Hospital Worker: Minimum 8th Pass.
- District PMDT TBHIV Coordinator: Graduate + Certificate Course in Computer Operation (min. 2 months) + permanent two-wheeler driving licence.
- Radiographer: Diploma in Radio Diagnostic Technology (DMRT) from Tamil Nadu Government / recognized institute.
- Attender: Minimum 8th Pass.
Age Limit
- Medical Officer TB Cell (NTEP) – 18 to 45 years
- Consultant (Ayurveda) – 18 to 59 years
- Audiologist – Speech Therapist – 40 years
- District Public Private Mix / ACSM Coordinator – 18 to 45 years
- Senior Treatment Supervisor (NTEP) – 18 to 45 years
- Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor – 18 to 45 years
- Counselor – 40 years
- International Health Worker – 50 years
- Pharmacist – 45 years
- MPHW (Male) / Health Inspector Gr-II – 50 years
- Auxiliary Nurse Midwife / Urban Health Nurse – 40 years
- Data Entry Operator – Below 45 years
- Dental Assistant – Below 45 years
- Therapeutic Assistant – 18 to 59 years
- TB Health Visitor – Below 45 years
- Female Nursing Assistant – Below 45 years
- CEmONC Security Guard – Below 59 years
- Multi Purpose Hospital Worker – Below 45 years
- District PMDT TBHIV Coordinator – Below 45 years
- Radiographer – Below 40 years
- Attender – Below 59 years
Pay Scale
- Medical Officer TB Cell (NTEP) – Rs.63,000/-
- Consultant (Ayurveda) – Rs.40,000/-
- Audiologist – Speech Therapist – Rs.32,000/-
- District Public Private Mix / ACSM Coordinator – Rs.29,000/-
- Senior Treatment Supervisor (NTEP) – Rs.23,000/-
- Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor – Rs.23,000/-
- Counselor – Rs.21,000/-
- International Health Worker – Rs.21,000/-
- Pharmacist – Rs.18,000/-
- MPHW (Male) / Health Inspector Gr-II – Rs.17,500/-
- Auxiliary Nurse Midwife / Urban Health Nurse – Rs.17,500/-
- Data Entry Operator – Rs.17,500/-
- Dental Assistant – Rs.16,000/-
- Therapeutic Assistant – Rs.15,000/-
- TB Health Visitor – Rs.15,000/-
- Female Nursing Assistant – Rs.11,000/-
- CEmONC Security Guard – Rs.11,000/-
- Multi Purpose Hospital Worker – Rs.11,000/-
- District PMDT TBHIV Coordinator – Rs.29,000/-
- Radiographer – Rs.17,000/-
- Attender – Rs.10,000/-
Method of Selection
- Short Listing
- Interview
How to Submit an Application
- Application forms can be downloaded from the official website: https://kanniyakumari.nic.in/
- Fill the application form completely, affix a recent passport-size photograph and attach self-attested copies of all required certificates.
- Applications can be submitted in person or through Speed Post.
- Address to send the application:
Executive Secretary, District Health Society / District Health Officer,
District Health Office, Krishnankoil, Nagercoil – 629001. - Last date for receipt of applications: 30 September 2026.
✅ Fact-Check Note: These are contract-basis posts under District Health Society, Kanniyakumari. Candidates must download the application form from the official website and submit it offline only. Always verify the exact eligibility, age limit and documents required from the official notification before applying.
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Kanniyakumari DHS Recruitment 2026 FAQ
Q: Total number of vacancies?
A: 81 Posts
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 30 September 2026
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Short Listing followed by Interview
Q: What is the application mode?
A: Offline (In person or Speed Post)
Q: Where will the selected candidates be posted?
A: Kanniyakumari District
Q: Is this a permanent job?
A: No, these are Contract Basis posts
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