GGH Nellore Drug De-Addiction Centre Recruitment 2026 — 14 Vacancies

About This Job

Government General Hospital (GGH), Nellore is hiring 14 staff members for its Drug De-Addiction Centre on a contract basis for 1 year. The posts include Doctor, Nurse, Counsellor, Ward Boy, Accountant-cum-Clerk, and other support roles. The monthly salary ranges from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 60,000 depending on the post. You need to submit your application offline before 09 April 2026 at the Superintendent's Office, GGH Nellore.

GGH Nellore Drug De-Addiction Centre Recruitment 2026 — 14 Posts

The Government General Hospital, Nellore (under Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore District, Andhra Pradesh) has released notification No. 01/2026 (Rc.No.6097/E1/2025, dated 26.03.2026) for recruiting manpower at its Alcohol and Drug De-Addiction Centre. These are contract posts for 1 year, extendable based on government orders. The recruitment is done on the orders of the Convener/Chief Executive Officer, Zilla Parishad, Nellore.

Vacancy Breakdown

Who Can Apply?

Doctor (Full Time)

• MBBS with registration from a recognized Medical Council / Medical Commission
• Must undergo training arranged by MOSJE / NISD within 3 months of joining the IRCA

Project Coordinator-cum-Vocational Counsellor

• Graduate with experience of managing such centres for a minimum of 3 years
• Must have demonstrable capability for running such centres and working knowledge of computers

Counsellor / Social Worker / Psychologist

• Graduate in Social Sciences, preferably in Social Work or Psychology
• 1-2 years of experience in the field
• Must know English and one regional language
• Preference for candidates with a certificate of Training Course in De-Addiction Counselling from a recognized institution

Nurse

• Qualified nurse with GNM or B.Sc Nursing degree
• Should be willing to undergo training by MSJ & E

Ward Boy

• Class 8th pass
• Experience of working in Hospitals / Health Care Centres / De-Addiction Centres

Accountant-cum-Clerk

• Graduate with knowledge of accounts and working knowledge of computers

Peer Educator

• Should be literate Ex-drug user with 1-2 years of sobriety
• Willing to work among drug-using population
• Must have communication skills
• Agrees to refrain from buying or selling drugs and work for prevention of harmful drug use and relapse

Chowkidar

• No specific qualification mentioned in the notification

House Keeping Staff

• No specific qualification mentioned in the notification

Yoga Therapist / Dance / Music / Art Teacher

• Must have at least 3 years of experience in the respective discipline

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 42 years
• Age calculated as on 01 July 2025

Age Relaxation

• SC / ST / BC: 5 years relaxation on upper age
• Physically Handicapped (PwD): 10 years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: Allowed to deduct service period of 3 years plus length of Armed Forces/NCC service

Salary

• Doctor (Full Time): Rs. 60,000 per month
• Project Coordinator-cum-Vocational Counsellor: Rs. 25,000 per month
• Counsellor / Social Worker / Psychologist: Rs. 17,500 per month
• Nurse: Rs. 15,000 per month
• Ward Boy: Rs. 13,000 per month
• Accountant-cum-Clerk: Rs. 12,000 per month
• Peer Educator: Rs. 10,000 per month
• Chowkidar: Rs. 9,000 per month
• House Keeping Staff: Rs. 9,000 per month
• Yoga Therapist / Dance / Music / Art Teacher: Rs. 5,000 per month

Application Fee

• OC / OBC / BC candidates: Rs. 500
• SC / ST / PH / Ex-Servicemen candidates: Rs. 300
• Pay fee through Demand Draft (DD) in favour of Hospital Development Society, Government General Hospital, Nellore

Selection Process

Selection is purely based on merit. There is no written exam. Here is how marks are calculated:

1. Academic / Qualifying Marks — 90 marks: 90% of the total 100 marks will be based on aggregate marks you scored in your qualifying examination or equivalent qualification
2. Experience Marks — up to 10 marks: You can get up to 10 marks for completed years of experience after getting the required qualification (1 mark per year of experience)

Total Marks: 100

The District Selection Committee reserves the right to terminate the contract of any candidate at any time with one month notice.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form and notification from spsnellore.ap.gov.in under the Recruitment section
2. Fill in the application form completely with all required details
3. Attach all relevant self-attested copies of documents and certificates
4. Submit your filled application along with enclosures and requisite fee (DD) either:
   • By hand at the Office of the Superintendent, Government General Hospital, Nellore - 524004, OR
   • By registered post to the Superintendent, GGH Nellore
5. Applications can also be submitted directly through the "APPLICATION" to the O/o the Superintendent, GGH Nellore on working days
6. Get an acknowledgment from the O/o Superintendent, GGH Nellore on receipt of application
7. If applying for more than one post, you must submit a separate application for each post

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 26 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 31 March 2026
• Application End Date: 09 April 2026, 5:00 PM
• Application Timing: 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM on working days

• Handle patient intake, assessment, and treatment planning at the Drug De-Addiction Centre
• Assist in counselling sessions, vocational guidance, and rehabilitation activities for patients
• Keep accurate medical records, patient files, and administrative documentation
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, hygienic environment at the centre
• Work with the medical team to provide round-the-clock patient care and monitoring
• Manage accounts, finances, and correspondence related to the centre's operations
• Prepare reports and documentation as required by the Superintendent and government authorities
• Monitor patients, maintain security, and assist in day-to-day functioning of the centre