The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, has officially released the recruitment notification for 4,724 contractual and temporary Staff Nurse positions under the National Health Mission (NHM-TN). This massive recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for qualified nursing professionals to serve within the state healthcare infrastructure.
Overview of TN NHM Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Health Mission – Tamil Nadu (NHM-TN) |
| Department | Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Post Name | Contractual / Temporary Staff Nurse |
| Total Vacancies | 4,724 Posts |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Post / In Person) |
| Application Submission Deadline | 25 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | nhm.tn.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Staff Nurse position, candidates must strictly adhere to the following requirements:
- GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification
- Valid registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council
- Maximum age limit of 50 years
Required Documentation
Ensure all these documents are compiled and self-attested before submission:
- Educational Marksheets (GNM / B.Sc. Nursing)
- Degree / Diploma Certificate
- Registration Certificate from Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council
- SSLC / HSC Marksheet (for Date of Birth proof)
- Community Certificate (if applicable)
- Native / Domicile Certificate
- Passport-size Photographs
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Driving License)
How to Apply for TN NHM Staff Nurse
Candidates must follow these steps to complete their application process:
- Go to the official website of NHM Tamil Nadu (nhm.tn.gov.in).
- Download the official application form along with the district-wise vacancy notification.
- Complete all required personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of essential supporting documents (Educational certificates, Registration Certificate, ID Proof, Age Proof, etc.).
- Send or hand-deliver the completed application form to the Executive Secretary, District Health Office, Respective District Health Society (excluding Tiruppur and Chengalpattu).
- Ensure the application reaches the respective District Health Office on or before 25 September 2026 by 5:00 PM.
District-Wise Vacancies
| District Name | No. of Vacancies | Notification PDF |
|---|---|---|
| DHS NHM Coimbatore | 144 | Click Here |
| DHS NHM Ramanathapuram | 112 | Click Here |
| DHS NHM Vellore | 64 | Click Here |
| DHS NHM Ariyalur | 61 | Click Here |
Application Documents
Download the official application form here: TN NHM Application Form 2026 – Download Here