Institute of Mental Health (IMH Kilpauk) is a premier government mental health institution functioning under the Health and Family Welfare Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu. The recruitment notification for 2026 has been released to fill various vacancies on a contractual basis in different categories, including administrative, technical, and support staff positions. The recruitment aims to strengthen mental healthcare services and improve patient care facilities at the institution. Eligible candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualifications and age criteria can apply through the prescribed application process before the closing date. Selection is generally based on academic merit, experience, certificate verification, and/or interview as specified in the official notification.
Institute of Mental Health, Kilpauk - Notification
| Organization Name | Institute of Mental Health, Kilpauk |
| Post Name | Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor / General Psychologist, Psychiatry Social Worker, Statistician, Accountant – Data Entry Operator, Psychiatry Support Worker, Office Assistant, |
| No. of Vacancies | 27 |
| Qualification | UG, PG Psychology + M.Phil Clinical Psychology (RCI அங்கீகாரம்) + RCI Registration, UG, PG Psychology, Master’s in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work, PG Statistics / Biostatistics + SPSS, R, STATA, B.Com + Tally + Data Entry Skills, 12 + Psychiatry Supportive Worker Certificate, 8th |
| Salary | 12,000 - 53,000 |
| Last Date | 07/08/2026 |
Post Short Description
- Organization: Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Kilpauk
- Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Total Vacancies: 27
- Posts Available:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Counsellor / General Psychologist
- Psychiatry Social Worker
- Statistician
- Accountant–Data Entry Operator
- Psychiatry Support Worker
- Office Assistant
Qualification
Clinical Psychologist
- UG & PG in Psychology
- M.Phil in Clinical Psychology
- Valid RCI Registration
Counsellor / General Psychologist
- UG & PG in Psychology
Psychiatry Social Worker
- Master’s Degree in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work
Statistician
- PG Degree in Statistics / Biostatistics
- Knowledge of SPSS, R, or STATA
Accountant–Data Entry Operator
- B.Com Degree
- Knowledge of Tally and Data Entry
Psychiatry Support Worker
- 12th Pass
- Psychiatry Support Worker Certificate
Office Assistant
- 8th Pass
- Must be able to read and write
Salary Details
- Clinical Psychologist – ₹53,000 per month
- Counsellor / General Psychologist – ₹28,000 per month
- Psychiatry Social Worker – ₹28,000 per month
- Statistician – ₹30,000 per month
- Accountant–Data Entry Operator – ₹20,000 per month
- Psychiatry Support Worker – ₹13,000 per month
- Office Assistant – ₹12,000 per month
Age Limit
- Age limit is mentioned in the official notification.
- Candidates should check the notification for post-wise age requirements.
Application Fee
- No Application Fee.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting
- Interview
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 23 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 08 July 2026
How to Apply
- Apply through Offline Mode.
- Submit the application form along with:
- Resume/Bio-data
- Educational Certificates
- RCI Registration Certificate (if applicable)
- Relevant Supporting Documents
Postal Address
The Director
Institute of Mental Health (IMH)
Medavakkam Tank Road
Kilpauk, Chennai – 600010
Office Assistant Post – Quick Summary
- Vacancy: 1 Post
- Qualification: 8th Pass
- Salary: ₹12,000 per month
- Selection Process: Shortlisting + Interview
- Application Fee: Nil
- Last Date: 08 July 2026
Important Links
| Notification Link | Click Here |
| Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Mobile App | Install App |