TN NHM Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026: 4,724 Posts, Apply Now

The National Health Mission (NHM), Tamil Nadu has announced TN NHM Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 for 4,724 Staff Nurse posts. The recruitment is being conducted on a contractual basis across health institutions in Tamil Nadu.

The application process started on September 12, 2026. Eligible applicants with DGNM/GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification can submit the prescribed application form offline. The last date to submit the application is September 25, 2026, by 5 PM.

TN NHM Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026: Key Details

The table below covers the main details of the recruitment, including vacancies, application mode, salary, eligibility and deadline.

TN NHM Staff Nurse Vacancy 2026

A total of 4,724 Staff Nurse vacancies are available under the recruitment. The posts are linked to health institutions working under different health directorates and the Greater Chennai Corporation.

Some of the districts with higher numbers of vacancies are listed below:

The district-wise vacancy list covers multiple locations across Tamil Nadu. Applicants should check the vacancy details before selecting the district for submission.

TN NHM Staff Nurse Eligibility 2026

Applicants must meet the prescribed educational and registration requirements for the Staff Nurse post.

• Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (DGNM/GNM), or
• B.Sc Nursing from an eligible institution recognised as per the recruitment requirements.
• Registration with the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council is required.
• Working knowledge of Tamil is also specified in the recruitment details.

The maximum age for the Staff Nurse post is 50 years, subject to the conditions mentioned in the recruitment notification.

TN NHM Staff Nurse Salary 2026

Selected Staff Nurses will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of INR 21,000. The recruitment is contractual, so applicants should check the notification for the applicable service conditions and deductions.

TN NHM Staff Nurse Selection Process 2026

The recruitment is based on scrutiny/shortlisting of applications and the selection procedure mentioned in the notification. Available recruitment details indicate shortlisting and interview as the selection stages.

Applicants should keep their educational certificates, nursing registration documents and other required certificates ready for verification.

How to Apply for TN NHM Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026

The application process is offline. Applicants need to download the prescribed form and submit it to the concerned District Health Society office.

1. Visit the official NHM Tamil Nadu website.
2. Download the Staff Nurse application form.
3. Fill in the required personal and educational details.
4. Attach copies of the required certificates and documents.
5. Check the form carefully before submission.
6. Submit the completed application to the concerned District Health Officer/Executive Secretary of the District Health Society.
7. Make sure the application reaches the concerned office by September 25, 2026, before 5 PM.

TN NHM Staff Nurse Application Fee 2026

The available recruitment details indicate no application fee for this recruitment. Applicants should still verify the latest official notification before submitting the form.

Application Fee: INR 0

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