District Health Society (DHS), Kanyakumari has released a recruitment notification for 81 temporary contractual posts under various health programmes and government healthcare facilities.
The recruitment includes Medical Officer, Consultant, Counselor, Health Inspector/MPHW, ANM, Pharmacist, Data Entry Operator, Dental Assistant, Hospital Worker, Radiographer and other posts. The monthly salary ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹63,000 depending on the post.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications offline through In Person or Speed Post by 30 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Several posts require relevant post-qualification experience. Candidates should carefully check the post-wise experience, registration, driving licence and other eligibility requirements before applying.
DHS Kanyakumari Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | District Health Society, Kanyakumari |
| Department | Health & Family Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu |
| Post Names | Medical Officer, Consultant, Counselor, MPHW, ANM, Pharmacist, DEO & Others |
| Total Posts | 81 |
| Age Limit | Post-wise; generally up to 40–59 years |
| Qualification | 8th, 10th, 12th, Diploma, Degree, Nursing, BAMS, MBBS & Others |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the supplied notification |
| Application Mode | Offline – In Person / Speed Post |
| Salary | ₹10,000 – ₹63,000 per month |
| Experience | Post-wise experience required for several posts |
| Eligibility | Post-specific qualification, registration, experience and other conditions |
| Job Type | Temporary Contractual |
| Job Location | Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Posts | Salary |
| Medical Officer – TB Cell | 1 | ₹63,000 |
| Consultant – Ayurveda | 1 | ₹40,000 |
| Audiologist-cum-Speech Therapist | 1 | ₹32,000 |
| District PPM/ACSM Coordinator | 1 | ₹29,000 |
| Senior Treatment Supervisor | 2 | ₹23,000 |
| Senior TB Laboratory Supervisor | 1 | ₹23,000 |
| Counselor | 3 | ₹21,000 |
| Mid-Level Health Provider | 3 | ₹21,000 |
| Pharmacist | 1 | ₹18,000 |
| MPHW Male/Health Inspector Grade-II | 29 | ₹17,500 |
| ANM/Urban Health Nurse | 22 | ₹17,500 |
| Data Entry Operator | 1 | ₹17,500 |
| Dental Assistant | 2 | ₹16,000 |
| Other Health & Hospital Posts | 12 | ₹10,000–₹29,000 |
| Total | 81 | ₹10,000–₹63,000 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start | Notification released |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Closing Time | 5:00 PM |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualification varies according to the post. Candidates may require 8th/10th/12th pass, Diploma, Degree, BAMS, MBBS, Nursing qualification, Pharmacy qualification or other relevant qualifications.
Some important examples include:
- Medical Officer: MBBS with prescribed TB/Public Health qualification and relevant experience.
- Consultant Ayurveda: BAMS with valid registration.
- MLHP: GNM or B.Sc Nursing with valid Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration.
- Pharmacist: Degree/Diploma in Pharmacy with relevant experience.
- MPHW/Health Inspector: 12th with Biology/Botany & Zoology and prescribed training.
- ANM: Higher Secondary with prescribed ANM qualification and registration.
- DEO: 10th/12th with computer qualification and typing skills.
- Hospital Worker: Minimum 8th Pass.
- Other posts have separate qualification and experience requirements.
Experience is Important
Several positions require relevant post-qualification experience, including Medical Officer, coordinators, laboratory positions, counselors, pharmacist and other technical/healthcare posts. Candidates must verify the exact experience requirement for their desired post before submitting the application.
Contract Period
All appointments are temporary and contractual. The engagement will generally continue for up to 11 months or until completion of the concerned scheme, whichever is earlier.
The appointment does not provide a right to permanent government employment.
Selection Process
The selection process may include:
- Application and certificate scrutiny
- Shortlisting as per eligibility and priority rules
- Interview/document verification, where applicable
- Final selection by the District Health Society
Candidates must produce original documents when required.
How to Apply for DHS Kanyakumari Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates should download the prescribed application form and submit the completed application with the required self-attested documents.
- Visit the official Kanyakumari district website.
- Download the DHS recruitment application form/notification.
- Clearly mention the post name on the application.
- Fill in educational, personal, community and experience details.
- Attach photograph and required certificates.
- Submit the application in person or through Speed Post.
- Ensure the application reaches the prescribed address by 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Official Apply Link
For the application form, recruitment notice and application instructions, candidates should use the official Kanyakumari District Administration website:
Official Kanyakumari District Website – Apply/Download Form
Details PDF
Candidates should read the complete notification before applying because qualification, age, experience, registration, priority categories and document requirements are different for different posts.
Download DHS Kanyakumari Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply / Application Form | Visit Official Kanyakumari Website |
| Details PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Kanyakumari District Official Website |
FAQs – DHS Kanyakumari Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 81 temporary contractual vacancies.
Q2. What are the main posts?
Posts include MPHW, ANM, Medical Officer, Pharmacist, Counselor, DEO, Health Inspector, Dental Assistant, Hospital Worker and others.
Q3. What is the salary?
The monthly salary ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹63,000, depending on the post.
Q4. Is experience required?
Yes, experience is mandatory for several posts. The requirement varies by post.
Q5. What is the application mode?
Applications must be submitted offline, either in person or through Speed Post.
Q6. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 30 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Q7. Is this a permanent government job?
No. These are temporary contractual appointments, generally for up to 11 months or until completion of the relevant scheme.
Q8. Where is the job location?
The posts are for Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu.