DHS Thoothukudi Multi-Post Recruitment 2026

DHS Thoothukudi is hiring for 11 posts across the National Health Mission network in Thoothukudi district, covering roles from Medical Officer and Quality Manager to Microbiologist and Data Entry Operator. Qualifications range from 8th Pass to a Master's Degree depending on the post you choose. These are contract-based jobs, and you must apply offline by 28 August 2026, 5:00 PM. Salaries range from Rs. 11,000 to Rs. 63,000 per month based on the post.

District Health Society Thoothukudi (DHS Thoothukudi) Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 - 11 Posts

The District Health Society Thoothukudi (DHS Thoothukudi), functioning under the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Government of Tamil Nadu, has released a notification to fill 11 vacant posts under the National Health Mission (NHM) across various hospitals and health centres in the district. The posts span clinical, therapeutic, administrative, and support roles, including a Medical Officer post at UHWC Caldwell Colony and a Quality Manager post at Thoothukudi Medical College Hospital. All posts are purely contract-based with no chance of becoming permanent, and selected candidates must sign an 11-month service bond. Candidates living in Thoothukudi district get preference, so if you are local, your chances improve.

Vacancy Breakdown by Post

Who Can Apply?

Medical Officer — UHWC Caldwell Colony (Rs. 63,000/month)

• Qualification: MBBS degree from a university or institution recognised by the UGC, with the course approved by the Medical Council of India.
• Age Limit: Below 40 years as on the date of appointment.

Quality Manager — Thoothukudi Medical College Hospital (Rs. 60,000/month)

• Qualification: Master's degree in Hospital Administration, Health Management, or Public Health from a regular course (correspondence, open university, and online courses are not accepted).
• Experience: At least 2 years in Public Health or Hospital Administration; experience in NABH, ISO 9001:2008, Six Sigma, Lean, or Kaizen quality systems is preferred.
• Age Limit: Up to 45 years as on the date of advertisement.

Microbiologist — DHQH Kovilpatti (Rs. 44,000/month)

• Qualification: M.Sc in Microbiology from a recognised university, or MBBS with MD/DNB in Microbiology for higher-level lab consultant duties.
• Experience: 1 to 3 years post-qualification experience in a clinical or public health laboratory.
• Age Limit: Between 40 and 62 years.

Occupational Therapist — DEIC-TKMCH (Rs. 23,000/month)

• Qualification: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognised university.
• Age Limit: Should not exceed 40 years.

MLHP — Health Sub Centre, Kadatchapuram (Rs. 21,000/month)

• Qualification: Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (DGNM) or B.Sc Nursing, with registration in the Nursing Council.
• Age Limit: Up to 50 years.

RMNCH Counsellor — Thoothukudi Medical College Hospital (Rs. 21,000/month)

• Qualification: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work (MSW/BSW), Public Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Home Science, or Hospital & Health Management.
• Experience: 1-2 years in the health sector or a related field, with good communication, computer, and data management skills.
• You must be fluent in the local language, both spoken and written.
• Age Limit: SC/ST candidates up to 37 years, BC/MBC/DNC up to 34 years, OC up to 32 years.

Audio Metric Assistant — District Government HQ Hospital, Kovilpatti (Rs. 20,000/month)

• Qualification: Diploma in Training Young Deaf and Hearing Handicapped (DTYDHH) from an RCI-recognised institute.
• Age Limit: SC/ST candidates up to 37 years, BC/MBC/DNC up to 34 years, OC up to 32 years.

Data Entry Operator (SBHI) — DHO Kovilpatti (Rs. 17,500/month)

• Qualification: Computer Graduate, or any graduate with a Diploma in Computer Applications from a recognised university.
• Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years.

MMU Van Driver — Eral BPHC (Rs. 17,500/month)

• Qualification: 8th Pass with 2 years driving experience and a valid Heavy Vehicle License.
• Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 years.

Dental Assistant — Pudukottai BPHC (Rs. 16,000/month)

• Qualification: 10th Pass with experience assisting a Dental Surgeon.
• Age Limit: SC/ST candidates up to 37 years, BC/MBC/DNC up to 34 years, OC up to 32 years.

MMU Van Cleaner — Ottanatham PHC (Rs. 11,000/month)

• Qualification: You should be able to read and write in Tamil.
• Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 years.

Salary

• Pay ranges from Rs. 11,000 per month (MMU Van Cleaner) to Rs. 63,000 per month (Medical Officer), depending on the post.
• This is a consolidated (fixed) monthly pay — there is no separate DA, HRA, or TA since these are contract engagements.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

There is no written exam for these posts. Selection is based on document scrutiny and merit:

1. Application Screening: Your application is checked against the qualification and age criteria for the post you apply for.
2. Document Verification: Only applications with all required self-attested certificates attached are considered — incomplete applications are rejected outright.
3. Merit-Based Selection: Eligible candidates are shortlisted and selected based on their qualifications and experience, with preference to local (Thoothukudi district) candidates.

How to Apply

1. Visit the Thoothukudi district website at thoothukudi.nic.in and download the application form for your chosen post.
2. Fill in the form with your details and attach self-attested copies of your qualification certificates, mark sheets, and other required documents.
3. Submit the completed application either in person or by post to the District Health Officer's Office.
4. Make sure your application reaches Mappillai Oorani Aaram Health Centre Campus, Mappillai Oorani, Thoothukudi – 628002 before 28 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
5. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 14 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply (Offline): 28 August 2026, 5:00 PM

• Provide clinical, therapeutic, or diagnostic support based on your assigned post (Medical Officer, Occupational Therapist, Microbiologist, and others)
• Maintain accurate patient records and health data as required by your department
• Support National Health Mission programs run by the District Health Society
• Coordinate with hospital, primary health centre (PHC), or mobile medical unit (MMU) staff for daily operations
• Follow all health department protocols and reporting guidelines
• Assist patients and the public with services relevant to your post, such as counselling, therapy, data entry, or transport
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, or records assigned to your role