IMH has released the recruitment notification to fill the 27 Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor / General Psychologist, Psychiatry Social Worker, Statistician, Accountant – Data Entry Operator, Psychiatry Support Worker, Office Assistant Posts. The application form should be downloaded in PDF format from the official website @ https://tnhealth.tn.gov.in/. The last date for the receipt of Filled application along with all enclosures is 08.07.2026. Before submitting an application, candidates must carefully read the IMH DEO, Office Assistant notification and verify their eligibility.
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The official place of posting for all the 27 positions will be Kilpauk ,Chennai. Eligible candidates possessing a 8th, 12th, B.Com, Master Degree can apply exclusively via the Offline mode. Applicants must have a working Email Address and Mobile Number that they maintain until the IMH Recruitment 2026 results are announced.
IMH Current Notification 2026 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: Institute of Mental Health Kilpauk ,Chennai |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Contract Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 27 Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor / General Psychologist, Psychiatry Social Worker, Statistician, Accountant – Data Entry Operator, Psychiatry Support Worker, Office Assistant Posts |
| Place of Posting: Kilpauk ,Chennai |
| Starting Date: 23.06.2026 |
| Last Date: 08.07.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Offline |
| Official Website: https://tnhealth.tn.gov.in/ |
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Current IMH Job Openings:
- Clinical Psychologist – 04 Posts
- Counsellor / General Psychologist – 08 Posts
- Psychiatry Social Worker – 08 Posts
- Statistician – 01 Post
- Accountant – Data Entry Operator – 01 Post
- Psychiatry Support Worker – 04 Post
- Office Assistant – 01 Post
IMH Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for IMH: (As on 08.07.2026)
- Clinical Psychologist –
- Qualification: UG, PG in Psychology. M.Phil. Clinical Psychology from RCI recognized University and RCI Registered.
- Counsellor / General Psychologist –
- Qualification: 1. UG, PG in Psychology / Rehabilitation Psychology / Clinical Psychology / Health Psychology / Child Psychology / Counselling Psychology / Applied Psychology. UGC recognized. 2. Preferably PG thesis in Technology Addiction.
- Psychiatry Social Worker –
- Qualification: Master’s in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work. PG thesis in Family Studies.
- Statistician –
- Qualification: PG in Statistics / Biostatistics from a recognized University or Institution. Proficiency in statistical analysis and software such as SPSS, R, STATA or equivalent; interpretation of research data and MS Office applications. Preferable project in Social / Behavioural / Biological Sciences.
- Accountant – Data Entry Operator –
- Qualification: B.Com, Tally, Data Entry Skills, Photoshop.
- Psychiatry Support Worker –
- Qualification: +2 Pass and Certificate Course in Psychiatry Supportive Worker.
- Office Assistant –
- Qualification: VIII Passed, should be literate.
Pay Scale for IMH:
- Clinical Psychologist – Rs.53,000/-
- Counsellor / General Psychologist – Rs.28,000/-
- Psychiatry Social Worker – Rs.28,000/-
- Statistician – Rs.30,000/-
- Accountant – Data Entry Operator – Rs.20,000/-
- Psychiatry Support Worker – Rs.13,000/-
- Office Assistant – Rs.12,000/-
Method of Selection for IMH:
- Short Listing
- Interview
How to Submit an Application:
- Eligible candidates who fulfil the above criteria may apply to “The Director, Institute of Mental Health, Medavakkam Tank Road, Kilpauk, Chennai-10.
Crucial Dates:
- Starting Date for Submission of Application: 23.06.2026
- Last date for Submission of Application: 08.07.2026
IMH Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of IMH: Website Link |
| Advertisement for IMH: Click Here to Download |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is IMH positions a permanent job?
No, its a Contract Basis Job.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
The official place of posting for all the 27 positions will be Kilpauk ,Chennai.
What is the selection process for IMH positions?
The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Short Listing, Interview
