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IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – 05 Senior Consultant, Consultant, Psychologist, Project Co-ordinator & DEO Posts
Last Updated: 18 September 2026
Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Chennai under the National Tele Mental Health Program has released a recruitment notification to fill 05 posts of Senior Consultant in Psychiatry, Consultant in Psychiatry, Clinical Psychologist / Psychiatric Social Worker, Project Co-ordinator and Data Entry Operator on contract basis. Eligible candidates can apply by email. The last date is 30 September 2026.
About IMH Chennai
The Institute of Mental Health, Chennai is a premier institution under the Tamil Nadu Health Department implementing the National Tele Mental Health Program to provide accessible mental health services across the state.
🔥 Key Highlights
- Organization: Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Chennai – National Tele Mental Health Program
- Total Vacancies: 05 Posts
- Job Type: Contract Basis
- Location: Chennai
- Last Date: 30 September 2026
- Apply Mode: Email (Soft Copy)
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organization | Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Chennai – National Tele Mental Health Program |
| Job Category | Tamil Nadu Government Jobs |
| Employment Type | Contract Basis |
| Total Posts | 05 Posts |
| Location | Chennai |
| Starting Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Email (Soft Copy as single PDF) |
| Official Website | https://tnhealth.tn.gov.in/ |
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Job Openings
- Senior Consultant in Psychiatry – 01 Post
- Consultant in Psychiatry – 01 Post
- Clinical Psychologist Or Psychiatric Social Worker – 01 Post
- Project Co-Ordinator – 01 Post
- Data Entry Operator – 01 Post
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
- Senior Consultant in Psychiatry – Three years experience in a recognized institution in Psychiatry after completion of post-graduation
- Consultant in Psychiatry – A post-graduate Psychiatry qualification from a recognized institution
- Clinical Psychologist Or Psychiatric Social Worker – First or Second Class M.A./M.Sc. degree in Psychology and M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (recognized by Rehabilitation Council of India) OR First or Second Class M.A./M.S.W degree in Medical Psychiatric Social Work and M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work
- Project Co-Ordinator – B.E. or Diploma in Engineering with 2 years experience of working in health related technologies OR MCA
- Data Entry Operator – Diploma in Computer Application
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
- Senior Consultant in Psychiatry – 50 years
- Consultant in Psychiatry – 45 years
- Clinical Psychologist Or Psychiatric Social Worker – 45 years
- Project Co-Ordinator – 45 years
- Data Entry Operator – 45 years
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Pay Scale
- Senior Consultant in Psychiatry – Rs.1,25,000/-
- Consultant in Psychiatry – Rs.1,00,000/-
- Clinical Psychologist Or Psychiatric Social Worker – Rs.50,000/-
- Project Co-Ordinator – Rs.35,000/-
- Data Entry Operator – Rs.25,000/-
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Short Listing
- Interview
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Candidates who wish to apply should submit the soft copy of the application along with supporting documents as a single PDF document
- Send the PDF via email to directorimh2013@gmail.com
- Applications must be submitted before the last date: 30 September 2026
✅ Fact-Check Note: These are contract basis posts under the National Tele Mental Health Program. Applications must be sent only as a single PDF to the official email ID. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Always verify details from the official notification before applying.
IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
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IMH Chennai Recruitment 2026 – FAQ
Q: Total number of vacancies?
A: 05 Posts
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 30 September 2026
Q: What is the age limit?
A: Senior Consultant – 50 years; Other posts – 45 years
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Short Listing + Interview
Q: How to apply?
A: Send soft copy of application + documents as a single PDF to directorimh2013@gmail.com
Q: Are these permanent jobs?
A: No, these are contract basis posts
Q: Where will the selected candidates be posted?
A: Chennai
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