Chennai Corporation Recruitment: Apply Now for 311 Health and Allied Posts, Application Guide

The Greater Chennai Corporation has opened applications for the recruitment of 311 contractual health and allied positions under the Chennai City Urban Health Mission. This initiative seeks to enhance healthcare services across Chennai by hiring Medical Officers, Staff Nurses, Lab Technicians, Pharmacists, and other specialized roles including Psychologists and Public Health Specialists.

Interested candidates must fulfill specific educational and professional criteria depending on the post applied for. Applications should be submitted offline by January 5 and must include self-attested certificates for qualifications, council registration, category, experience, and residence proof.

Available Positions

The recruitment drive includes diverse roles such as:

1. Medical Officers and Public Health Specialists
2. Staff Nurses and Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs)
3. Lab and X-Ray Technicians
4. Pharmacists
5. Data Entry Operators and Administrative Assistants
6. Allied Health Professionals like Psychologists, Psychiatric Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and Special Educators

Each position demands particular qualifications. For instance, Medical Officers require an MBBS degree and registration with the medical council; Nurses need a diploma or B.Sc. Nursing with council registration.

Eligibility Requirements

Age limits conform to government norms, with a minimum of 18 years, while upper age limits vary by post. Candidates from reserved categories can benefit from age relaxation as per rules.

Educational qualifications are strict:

• Medical roles require degrees with council registration.
• Nursing and allied posts require recognized diplomas or degrees.
• Administrative roles need graduation plus computer proficiency.

Application Procedure

Candidates must obtain the official application form from the Greater Chennai Corporation website. Completed forms, along with all supporting documents and a recent passport-sized photo, must reach the designated office by 5 PM on the closing date. Applicants applying for multiple posts should submit separate applications.

Selection Process

The selection involves:

1. Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
2. Interviews and document verification assessing candidates’ merit and suitability.
3. Final contract appointments made by the Corporation.

No travel allowance will be provided to candidates attending interviews. Applicants are encouraged to review eligibility criteria precisely to avoid rejection.

This recruitment drive marks a critical step in strengthening urban healthcare infrastructure by bringing skilled professionals into Chennai’s public health system.