The Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department (TNRD) in Thoothukkudi has announced recruitment for the position of Night Watchman in three Panchayat Unions: Sathankulam, Alwarthirunagari, and Srivaikuntam. A total of 3 vacancies are available. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from September 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
| Department | Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department (TNRD) |
| Employment Type | Tamil Nadu Government Job |
| Job Title | Night Watchman (இரவு காவலர்) |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Application Start Date | 01.09.2025 |
| Application End Date | 30.09.2025 |
| Location | Thoothukkudi District |
| Application Method | Online |
| Official Website | www.tnrd.tn.gov.in |
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Post and Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Location (Panchayat Union) | No. of Vacancies |
| Night Watchman | Sathankulam | 1 |
| Night Watchman | Alwarthirunagari | 1 |
| Night Watchman | Srivaikuntam | 1 |
| Total | 3 |
Salary Details
- The salary for the Night Watchman position is Rs. 15,700 – 58,100 (Level-1) per month.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Age Limit
The age limit as of July 1, 2025, is as follows:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age:
- General Category: up to 32 years
- BC/MBC: up to 34 years
- SC/ST: up to 37 years
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the shortlisting of applications and an interview, as per the guidelines of the department.
How to Apply
- Go to the official TNRD website: www.tnrd.tn.gov.in.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and find the notification for Thoothukkudi District.
- Read the notification for the respective Panchayat Union carefully.
- Fill out the online application form with the required personal and educational information.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as proof of ability to read/write Tamil, caste certificate, and priority certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all the details and submit the application before the closing date.
Application Fee
- General/Other Categories: Rs. 100/-
- SC/ST and Differently-abled Candidates: Rs. 50/-
- For Srivaikuntam post (reserved): Rs. 50/-
Instructions
- Applicants must upload valid proof of their educational qualification, caste certificate, and any priority certificate.
- Only applications from candidates who meet the criteria for reservation, age, and educational qualification will be considered.
- The Sathankulam and Alwarthirunagari posts are for General – Priority candidates.
- The Srivaikuntam post is reserved for SC – Arunthathiyar – Female / Destitute Widow – Priority candidates.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | 01.09.2025 |
| Application Last Date | 30.09.2025 |
Important Links
- Notification Link: Click Here
- Apply Link: Click Here
- Eligibility Criteria: Click Here
