The District Health Society (DHS), Chengalpattu has announced the recruitment of 115 Staff Nurses on a contract basis. The post needs a GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification with registration in the Tamil Nadu Nursing Council. The monthly salary is ₹21,000.

Applications are offline only: you download the form, fill it in, attach self-attested copies of your certificates, and either deliver it in person or send it by Speed Post.

The filled application must reach the office by 24 October 2026, 5:00 PM. Selection is by shortlisting and interview, and no written exam is mentioned. This guide explains everything in simple words and tells you exactly how to prepare your application packet.

Chengalpattu DHS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026: 115 Contract Posts, Apply Offline by 24 October

District Health Society, Chengalpattu — Eligibility, Age Limit, Salary ₹21,000, Documents, Interview Preparation & How to Send Your Application

1. Chengalpattu DHS Staff Nurse 2026 — key facts

Organisation	District Health Society (DHS), Chengalpattu
Post Name	Staff Nurse
Total Vacancies	115
Type of Job	Contract basis (not a permanent post)
Qualification	GNM or B.Sc Nursing, with Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration
Age Limit	50 years (as on 24 October 2026)
Monthly Pay	₹21,000
Selection	Shortlisting + Interview
Application Mode	Offline: in person or by Speed Post only
Application Start	11 October 2026
Last Date	24 October 2026, 5:00 PM (date of receipt)
Place of Posting	Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu
Office Phone	044-29540261
Official Website	chengalpattu.nic.in

⚠ Important: The deadline is for the receipt of your filled application with all enclosures, not for posting it. Applications that arrive after 5:00 PM on 24 October 2026 will not be accepted. If you use Speed Post, send it early so that it reaches the Chengalpattu office well before the last date.

2. Why this recruitment matters for Chengalpattu nurses

Big vacancy number	115 posts is a large number for one district. Earlier 2026 Chengalpattu DHS notices, as reported by job websites, had only a few Staff Nurse posts (for example, 3 posts of Staff Nurse (UHWC) in the June 2026 notice).
State-wide drive left Chengalpattu out	The September 2026 NHM Tamil Nadu Staff Nurse drive (4,724 posts) showed zero posts for Chengalpattu and Tiruppur. Reports said this was because the Model Code of Conduct was in force there. This new notification appears to be Chengalpattu’s own round. The notice itself does not say this, so treat it as background.
Higher age limit	The age limit given is 50 years, so experienced nurses can also apply
No written exam mentioned	Selection is by shortlisting and interview, so your certificates and your interview matter most

3. Important dates and time left

Application Form Available From	11 October 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Application	24 October 2026, 5:00 PM
Shortlisting and Interview Dates	Not announced yet. Candidates will be informed by the DHS.

You have about 13 days from the start date to the last date. A simple plan is: arrange documents in the first 3 days, fill the form and attest the copies by 16 October, and post or hand-deliver the packet by 17–19 October, so there is time for any postal delay.

4. Vacancy, pay and job type

Post	Vacancies	Monthly Pay	Job Type
Staff Nurse	115	₹21,000	Contract basis

Contract basis means you are appointed for a fixed period under the District Health Society, not as a regular government employee. Please read the contract terms (period, renewal, leave and other conditions) if you are selected. The notice summary we checked does not list the category-wise split of posts or reservation details, so read the official PDF for them.

5. Who can apply? Qualification and registration

Requirement	Details
Education	Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing)
Institution	A Government nursing college, or a Government-recognised private nursing college, approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC)
Registration	Mandatory registration with the Tamil Nadu Nursing Council
Experience	Not mentioned in the notice summary we checked. Freshers may apply if they meet the qualification, but check the official PDF.

Simple tip: Before you apply, check that (1) your GNM or B.Sc Nursing is from an INC-approved college, and (2) your Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration is valid and the certificate number is correct. If your registration is due for renewal, start the renewal now, because without registration your application can be rejected.

6. Age limit

Age limit	50 years
Age counted as on	24 October 2026
Age relaxation	Not mentioned in the notice summary we checked

If you are close to the age limit, read the official notice to see whether it means “up to 50” or “below 50”, and which certificate is accepted as age proof.

6A. How to apply offline — step by step

Open the Chengalpattu district website chengalpattu.nic.in and go to the recruitment notices section. Read the full notification.
Download the application form in PDF format and take a clear print.
Fill in the form neatly in blue or black ink. Do not leave any column blank (write “NA” if not applicable).
Stick your recent passport-size photograph and sign in the places given.
Take photocopies of all your certificates and self-attest each one (write “True copy” and sign on every copy).
Arrange the copies in a proper order and attach them to the form.
Put everything in a strong envelope. Write on top: “Application for the post of Staff Nurse”.
Send it by Speed Post or deliver it in person to the address below before 5:00 PM on 24 October 2026.

Address: Executive Secretary / District Health Officer, District Health Society, Chengalpattu District – 603001. Phone: 044-29540261

Note: Applications are accepted only in person or by Speed Post. Online applications are not mentioned in the notice.

7. Documents to attach (self-attested copies)

Document	Why It Is Needed
GNM / B.Sc Nursing certificate and mark sheets	Proof of the main qualification
Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration certificate	Registration is mandatory
10th and 12th certificates	Education and age details
Identity proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)	Identity check
Community certificate	If you claim any category benefit
Experience certificate	If you have work experience as a nurse
Passport-size photographs	For the form
Any other certificates asked in the form or notice	As per the official instructions

This list is based on the usual documents asked in Tamil Nadu NHM and DHS Staff Nurse recruitments, such as the September 2026 NHM Tamil Nadu notice. The exact list for Chengalpattu is in the official notification and application form, so match this list with them. Keep the originals ready to show at the interview.

8. Smart packing and posting tips

Make a checklist	Write down every document you attach and tick it off before sealing the envelope
Keep a full copy	Photocopy your complete filled form and all enclosures for your own record
Use Speed Post early	Post it by 17–19 October. Keep the receipt and tracking number. Track the delivery on the India Post website.
Consider hand delivery	If you live near Chengalpattu, delivering in person and asking for a received copy or acknowledgement is the safest way
Write clearly	Use block letters for name, address and mobile number. Give a mobile number that you answer, because the office may call you.
Fill the address correctly	Copy the address exactly: Executive Secretary / District Health Officer, District Health Society, Chengalpattu District – 603001

9. Selection process

Stage	What Happens	What You Should Know
Stage 1	Shortlisting	The office checks your application and certificates against the eligibility conditions. Incomplete or late applications can be rejected here.
Stage 2	Interview	Shortlisted candidates are called with original documents
Final	Selection and appointment on contract	The list of selected candidates and joining details will be given by the District Health Society

The notice summary we checked does not give a marking scheme for shortlisting (for example, marks for qualification or experience). If the official PDF gives one, read it carefully, because it tells you what to highlight in your application.

10. Interview preparation guide (our suggestions)

Topic	What to Revise
Basic nursing skills	Vital signs, injection routes and safe injection practice, IV cannulation basics, wound care, catheter care, oxygen therapy, sample collection
Infection control	Hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, sterilisation, and biomedical waste segregation
Emergency care	Basic life support (CPR), management of shock, bleeding, fits, and poisoning (first steps)
Maternal and child health	Antenatal care, danger signs in pregnancy, normal delivery care, newborn care, breastfeeding, immunisation schedule
Common diseases	Diabetes, hypertension, fever cases such as dengue, TB, anaemia, and their nursing care
Public health programmes	National Health Mission basics and Tamil Nadu health schemes, such as free screening and home-based care programmes for chronic diseases
Records and reporting	Patient records, medication charts, and reporting duties in a hospital or health centre
Personal questions	Why you want this job, your experience, how you handle pressure, night duty and teamwork, and your willingness to work in the Chengalpattu district

Be on time for the interview, dress neatly, carry original documents and a file with one set of photocopies, and answer honestly and clearly.

11. Common mistakes to avoid

Posting on the last day. The deadline is for receipt at the office, so postal delay can make you late.
Missing Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration or sending an expired one.
Unattested copies. The notice asks for self-attested copies, so sign every copy.
Leaving columns blank in the form or forgetting the photograph and signature.
Not reading the official PDF. Details such as reservation, age proof and experience rules are there.
Wrong or unreachable mobile number. You will need it for the interview call.
Applying through agents. No fee is mentioned in the notice summary we checked. Do not pay money to anyone for this job.

12. Your 13-day action plan

Date	What to Do
11–12 October	Download the notification and application form. Read all conditions. Check your qualification, age and Nursing Council registration.
13–15 October	Collect all certificates. Take photocopies, and get a few passport photos.
16 October	Fill the form carefully. Self-attest all copies and prepare the envelope.
17–19 October	Send by Speed Post (or hand deliver). Keep the receipt and a copy of the full application.
20–23 October	Track the post. If it has not reached, hand-deliver a duplicate set before the deadline, or call the office at 044-29540261.
24 October (5:00 PM)	Last date for receipt. No applications are accepted after this time.
After the last date	Revise your interview topics and keep your original documents ready

13. FAQs

Q1. How many Staff Nurse vacancies are there in Chengalpattu DHS 2026?
There are 115 Staff Nurse vacancies.Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The filled application with all enclosures must reach the office by 24 October 2026, 5:00 PM.Q3. Can I apply online?
No. Applications are accepted only in person or by Speed Post.Q4. Is this a permanent job?
No. It is a contract-basis job under the District Health Society.

Q5. What is the qualification?
GNM or B.Sc Nursing from a Government or Government-recognised private nursing college approved by the Indian Nursing Council, with Tamil Nadu Nursing Council registration.

Q6. What is the age limit?
50 years as on 24 October 2026.

Q7. What is the salary?
₹21,000 per month.

Q8. How are candidates selected?
By shortlisting and interview. No written exam is mentioned.

Q9. Is there any application fee?
No fee is mentioned in the notice summary we checked. Please confirm in the official PDF, and do not pay anyone for this job.

Q10. Where do I send my application?
To the Executive Secretary / District Health Officer, District Health Society, Chengalpattu District – 603001. Phone: 044-29540261.

Q11. Is there a separate posting district?
The place of posting is Chengalpattu district, as per the notice.

Q12. Can a fresher apply?
No experience requirement is mentioned in the summary we checked. If you meet the qualification and registration conditions, you can apply, but check the official PDF.

Important Links

Download Official Notification PDF: Click Here

Download Application Form PDF: Click Here

Official Recruitment Page: chengalpattu.nic.in/recruitment

Official Website: chengalpattu.nic.in

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Chengalpattu DHS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026, Apply Offline for 115 Posts