The District Health Society (DHS), Coimbatore, operating under the Department of Public Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu, has officially announced a recruitment notification inviting applications from eligible candidates for multiple temporary health-related positions in the district. These posts are being filled under the Government’s Health Schemes, including AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Homeopathy) and other public health initiatives.
Applications are invited from eligible residents for temporary engagement in healthcare facilities under Coimbatore Municipal Corporation, Government Primary Health Centers (GPHCs), and Tribal Health Units. The last date for submission of applications is 22 October 2025, by 5:00 PM.
Vacancy Overview
The recruitment is for temporary positions in various healthcare disciplines including Consultant Doctors (AYUSH), Therapeutic Assistants, Dispensers, Data Assistants, Multipurpose Workers, Attenders, and Accounts & Administrative Staff. These positions are offered at multiple locations within Coimbatore district, including urban and rural health centers.
Highlights of the Notification
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | District Health Society, Coimbatore |
| Department | Public Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Notification Type | Temporary / Contractual Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Offline via Speed Post |
| Last Date | 22 October 2025, 5:00 PM |
| Job Location | Coimbatore District, TN |
| Employment Type | Fully temporary, no long-term appointment guaranteed |
| Age Limit | Varies by post (35–59 years depending on position) |
| Salary Range | ₹8,500 to ₹40,000 per month depending on post and qualification |
Note: All posts are purely temporary and do not offer any permanent employment. Selected candidates will have to sign an undertaking regarding temporary nature and other compliance requirements.
Detailed Vacancy Information
1. Consultant / Homeopathy Doctor
- Qualification: Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS) from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: Multiple posts available across Tribal Units & Government Primary Health Centers (GPHCs)
- Work Locations:
- Tribal Unit-1
- MSD Unit-2
- GPHC Anaikatti
- GPHC Veerapandi
- GPHC Karamadai
- Salary: ₹40,000 per month
2. Consultant / Ayurveda Doctor
- Qualification: Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: Several posts in MSD Unit-1 and GPHC Vellakinar
- Salary: ₹40,000 per month
3. Consultant / Unani Doctor
- Qualification: Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) from a recognized university
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: MSD Unit-1, GPHC Ramapattinam
- Salary: ₹40,000 per month
4. Consultant / Yoga & Naturopathy Doctor
- Qualification: Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) from a recognized university
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: MSD Unit-2 and Yoga HWC-3
- Work Locations:
- GPHC Dhaliyur
- GPHC Somanur
- GH Sulur
- GH Sundakkamuthur
- GH Annur
- Salary: ₹40,000 per month
5. Therapeutic Assistant
- Qualification: Diploma Nursing Therapist Course recognized by the Government of Tamil Nadu
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: MSD Unit-1 (Ayurveda) – 1, MSD Unit-1 (Unani) – 1, MSD Unit-2 (Yoga & Naturopathy) – 2
- Work Locations:
- GPHC Vellakinar
- GPHC Ramapattinam
- GPHC Dhaliyur
- GPHC Somanur
- Salary: ₹15,000 per month
6. Dispenser / Homeopathy
- Qualification: Diploma in Pharmacy (Homeopathy/Integrated) issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: MSD Unit-2 – 2, Tribal Unit-1 – 1
- Work Locations:
- GPHC Veerapandi
- GPHC Karamadai
- GPHC Anaikatti
- Salary: ₹15,000 per month
7. Data Assistant
- Qualification: Graduation in Computer Applications, IT, Business Administration, B.Tech (CSE/IT), BCA, BBA, B.Sc IT, or Graduation with 1-year computer diploma/certificate from recognized institute.
- Experience: Minimum 1-year experience with exposure to social sector schemes at National, State, or District level.
- Skills Required: Proficiency in MS Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Access; Typing Speed: English 30 WPM, Tamil 25 WPM
- Preference: Candidates with experience in health sector including AYUSH
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: 1 (DPMU)
- Location: O/o DSMO, Tiruppur
- Salary: ₹15,000 per month
8. Multipurpose Worker (Yoga & Naturopathy)
- Qualification: Minimum 8th standard pass; must read and write
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: 1
- Location: Wellness Centre – GH, Mettupalayam
- Salary: ₹8,500 per month
9. Attender (Yoga & Naturopathy)
- Qualification: Minimum 8th standard pass; must read and write
- Age Limit: 59 years & below
- No. of Posts: 3
- Locations:
- GH Sulur
- GH Sundakkamuthur
- GH Annur
- Salary: ₹10,000 per month
10. ULB-UHN (RoTN)
- Qualification: Higher Secondary School Certificate + 2-year ANM course approved by DPH
- Age Limit: 35 years & below
- No. of Posts: 48
- Location: Coimbatore Corporation
- Salary: ₹14,000 per month
11. Accounts Assistant / Assistant cum Accounts Officer
- Qualification: B.Com / M.Com with adequate computer knowledge; 1-year experience preferred
- Age Limit: 35 years & below
- No. of Posts: 1
- Location: Coimbatore Corporation (CPMU)
- Salary: ₹16,000 per month
12. Assistant cum Data Entry Operator / DEO
- Qualification: Any Degree with computer knowledge (1-year experience preferred)
- Age Limit: 35 years & below
- No. of Posts: 1
- Location: Coimbatore Corporation (CPMU)
- Salary: ₹13,500 per month
| S.No | Post Name | Qualification | Age Limit | No. of Posts | Location | Salary (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Consultant / Homeopathy Doctor | BHMS from recognized university | 59 yrs & below | Multiple | Tribal Unit-1, MSD Unit-2, GPHC Anaikatti, Veerapandi, Karamadai | ₹40,000 |
| 2 | Consultant / Ayurveda Doctor | BAMS from recognized university | 59 yrs & below | Multiple | MSD Unit-1, GPHC Vellakinar | ₹40,000 |
| 3 | Consultant / Unani Doctor | BUMS from recognized university | 59 yrs & below | Multiple | MSD Unit-1, GPHC Ramapattinam | ₹40,000 |
| 4 | Consultant / Yoga & Naturopathy Doctor | BNYS from recognized university | 59 yrs & below | Multiple | MSD Unit-2, Yoga HWC-3, GPHC Dhaliyur, Somanur, GH Sulur, Sundakkamuthur, Annur | ₹40,000 |
| 5 | Therapeutic Assistant | Diploma Nursing Therapist course (Govt. of TN) | 59 yrs & below | 4 | MSD Unit (Ayurveda-1, Unani-1, Yoga & Naturopathy-2), GPHC Vellakinar, Ramapattinam, Dhaliyur, Somanur | ₹15,000 |
| 6 | Dispenser / Homeopathy | Diploma in Pharmacy (Homeopathy/Integrated) | 59 yrs & below | 3 | MSD Unit-2, Tribal Unit-1, GPHC Veerapandi, Karamadai, Anaikatti | ₹15,000 |
| 7 | Data Assistant | Graduation in Computer/IT/BBA/BCA/B.Tech + 1-year diploma, 1-year experience | 59 yrs & below | 1 | DPMU, O/o DSMO, Tiruppur | ₹15,000 |
| 8 | Multipurpose Worker (Yoga & Naturopathy) | 8th Pass, must read & write | 59 yrs & below | 1 | Wellness Centre – GH, Mettupalayam | ₹8,500 |
| 9 | Attender (Yoga & Naturopathy) | 8th Pass, must read & write | 59 yrs & below | 3 | GH Sulur, GH Sundakkamuthur, GH Annur | ₹10,000 |
| 10 | ULB-UHN (RoTN) | Higher Secondary + 2-year ANM course (DPH approved) | 35 yrs & below | 48 | Coimbatore Corporation | ₹14,000 |
| 11 | Accounts Assistant / Assistant cum Accounts Officer | B.Com / M.Com + computer knowledge + 1-year experience | 35 yrs & below | 1 | Coimbatore Corporation (CPMU) | ₹16,000 |
| 12 | Assistant cum Data Entry Operator / DEO | Any degree + computer knowledge (1-year experience preferred) | 35 yrs & below | 1 | Coimbatore Corporation (CPMU) | ₹13,500 |
Total Vacancies: 70+ positions across multiple health units in Coimbatore district.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit
- Varies depending on position: 35 to 59 years
- Candidates must adhere to the maximum age limits mentioned for each post.
2. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess the qualifications mentioned for each post.
- Qualifications must be from recognized institutions/universities.
- Certificates should be attached in self-attested copies.
3. Experience
- Required for some posts (Data Assistant, Accounts Officer, DEO) as mentioned above.
- Experience in health sector / social welfare schemes is preferred.
4. Domicile
- Candidates must be residents of Coimbatore District and provide proof of residence via Domicile or Family Certificate.
Application Procedure
Step 1: Download Application Form
- Download from Coimbatore District Website.
Step 2: Fill Application
- Fill personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach passport-size photograph to the form.
- Include complete correspondence address and contact number.
Step 3: Prepare Required Documents
Candidates must attach self-attested copies of:
- Educational Certificates and Mark Sheets
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Certificate (Domicile / Family)
- Passport size photograph
Step 4: Submission
- Send the completed application via Speed Post to: Member Secretary / District Health Officer
District Health Society (DHS)
District Health Office, 219, Karasakar Road, Coimbatore-18 - Deadline: 22 October 2025, 5:00 PM
Late applications or incomplete forms will be rejected.
Important Notes
- All positions are fully temporary.
- Engagement does not provide permanent employment.
- Selected candidates must provide an undertaking regarding temporary engagement and compliance with DHS rules.
- Only applications submitted before the deadline with complete documents will be considered.
- The authority reserves the right to accept or reject any application without explanation.
Salary and Benefits
- Consultant Doctors: ₹40,000 per month
- Therapeutic Assistants / Dispensers / Data Assistants: ₹13,500 – ₹15,000 per month
- Multipurpose Workers: ₹8,500 per month
- Attenders: ₹10,000 per month
Salary is fixed for the temporary engagement period and may be subject to government norms.
Why Apply for DHS Coimbatore Jobs?
- Gain valuable experience in the public health and AYUSH sector.
- Contribute to district-level health and wellness initiatives.
- Work under experienced professionals in primary health centers and wellness facilities.
- Opportunity to develop administrative, technical, and clinical skills for future healthcare roles.
- Experience in government health schemes provides an edge for future employment in public sector hospitals, NGOs, and health departments.









