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CHENNAI, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
Aavani 19, Saarvari, Thiruvalluvar Aandu-2051
Part III—Section 1(a)
General Statutory Rules, Notifications, Orders, Regulations, etc.,
issued by Secretariat Departments.
NOTIFICATIONS BY GOVERNMENT
TOURISM, CULTURE AND RELIGIOUS ENDOWMENTS DEPARTMENT
THE TAMIL NADU HINDU RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS EMPLOYEES (CONDITIONS OF SERVICE)
RULES, 2020.
[G.O.Ms.No.114, Tourism, Culture And Religious Endowments (RE4-2), 3rd September 2020, Aavani 18,
Saarvari, ÂUtŸSt® M©L-2051.]
No. SRO A -29(d)/2020.
In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (xxiii) of sub-section (2) of Section 116 of the Tamil Nadu
Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Act, 1959 (Tamil Nadu Act 22 of 1959) and in supersession of the
Rules published in Revenue Department Notifi cation vide S.R.O.No.A-1252 of 1964 at pages 1324-1328 of Rules
Supplement to Part V (No.50) of the Fort St. George Gazette, dated the 23rd December 1964, the Governor of
Tamil Nadu hereby makes the following rules:-
RULES.
1. Short title and application.– (1) These rules may be called the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious Institutions
Employees (Conditions of Service) Rules, 2020.
These rules shall apply to all Hindu Public Religious Institutions and Endowments including the incorporated
Devaswoms and unincorporated Devaswoms:
Provided that these rules shall not apply to maths and specifi c endowments attached to maths.
2. Defi nitions.- (1) In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires,-
(a) “Act” means the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Act, 1959 (Tamil Nadu Act
22 of 1959);
(b) “Annexure” means an Annexure appended to these rules;
(c) “Appointing Authority” means the Trustee or Fit Person of the concerned religious institution;
(d)
“Departmental Pension” means pension sanctioned by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments
Department to an employee of a Public Religious Institution who is not entitled to pension under
Employees Provident Fund Scheme;
TAMIL NADU
GOVERNMENT GAZETTE
EXTRAORDINARY
PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY
©
[Regd. No. TN/CCN/467/2012-14.
GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU
[R. Dis. No. 197/2009.
2020
[Price: Rs. 21.60 Paise.
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(e)
“Employee” includes a person who holds an offi ce to which an inam granted, confi rmed or recognized by the
Government, is attached or who is remunerated in kind or in cash from the funds of the religious institution;
(f)
“Employees Provident Fund Pension” means pension sanctioned by the Employees Provident Fund Authority to
an employee of a religious institution enrolled under the Employees Provident Fund Scheme;
(g)
“Executive Authority” means the Trustee, Fit Person or the Executive Offi cer, as the case may be;
(h)
“Non-Senior Grade Temple” means the religious institution not having an Executive Offi cer in the cadre of
Assistant Commissioner/Deputy Commissioner and Joint Commissioner;
(i)
“Senior Grade Temple” means any religious institution having Executive Offi cer in the cadre of Joint Commissioner/
Deputy Commissioner / Assistant Commissioner taking into account the income and movable and immovable
properties of the religious institution;
(j) “Ulthurai (Indoor) employee” means an employee whose duties mainly relate to the performance or rendering
assistance in the performance of poojas, rituals and other services to the deity, the recitation of mantras, vedas,
prabandhams, thevarams and similar invocations and performance of duties connected with such performance
or recitation in a religious institution;
(k) “Velithurai (Outdoor) employee” means an employee other than an Ulthurai (Indoor) employee;
(2) All Words and expressions used herein and not defi ned but defi ned in the Act shall have the meanings
respectively assigned to them in that Act.
3. Constitution: The Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious Institutions shall consist of the following classes and categories of
posts, namely:-
CLASS I - SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
GROUP-A OUTDOOR EMPLOYEES
Category-I
(1)
Manager
(2)
Deputy Manager
(3)
Public Relations Offi cer
(4)
Supervisor
(5)
Chief Accountant
Category-II
(1)
Assistant Manager
(2)
Superintendent
(3)
Assistant Public Relations Offi cer
Category-III
(1)
Accountant
Category-IV
(1)
Senior Assistant
(2)
Cashier
(3)
Assistant Superintendent
(4)
Head Clerk
Category-V
(1)
Assistant
(2)
Shroff
(3)
Treasury Clerk
(4)
Kolla Nayagam
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
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Category-VI
(1)
Junior Assistant
(2)
Clerk –cum–Surveyor
(3)
Store Keeper
(4)
Suit Clerk
(5)
Collection Clerk
(6)
Chathiram Keeper
(7)
Junior Clerk
(8)
Ticket sales Clerk
(9)
Register Clerk
(10)
Inai- uba Kovil Clerk
Category-VII
(1)
Tamil Pulavar
Category-VIII
(1)
Librarian
Category-IX
(1)
Typist
Category-X
(1)
Record Clerk
(2)
Record Room Clerk
Category-XI
(1)
Duff ador
(2)
Offi ce Assistant
(3)
Last Grade Servant
(4)
Thalaiyari
Category-XII
(1)
Watchman
(2)
Karunai Illam Kappalar
(3)
Siruvar Illam Aayah
(4)
Gurkha
(5)
Barber Shed Maistry
(6)
Viduthi Kappalar
(7)
Para
(8)
Supervisor (Cleaning)
(9)
Maakkolam
(10)
Pathu Vilakku
(11)
Alagu Palavelai
(12)
Miscellaneous Worker
(13)
Junior Para
(14)
Cartman
(15)
Palavelai
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
(16)
Siddha Vaidyasala Assistant
(17)
Ticket Puncher
(18)
Jadumali
(19)
Gardener
(20)
Armed Guard
(21)
Poojai Kaval
(22)
Pala Velai Vairavi
(23)
Nithya Aaraathani Kattalai Prasadham
(24)
Sevakar
(25)
Aayam Vasoolar
(26)
Uba Kovil Para
(27)
Uba Kaval
(28)
Uba Kovil Palavelai
(29)
Adi Annamalai Thotta Velai
Category-XIII
(1)
Thiruvalagu
(2)
Sweeper
(3)
Servant Maid
(4)
Thooppu
(5)
Paathira Suththi
(6)
Achari
(7)
Kothanar
(8)
Ekali
(9)
Washerman
(10)
Evalal (Salavaiyalar)
(11)
Cattle Maintenance Worker (Kaalnadai Paramarippalar)
GROUP-B INDOOR EMPLOYEES
Category-I
(1)
Agama Teacher
(2)
Thevaram Teacher
(3)
Veda Teacher
Category-II
(1)
Thavil
(2)
Nathaswara Teacher
Category-III
(1)
Peshkar
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
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Category-IV
(1)
Maniam
(2)
Assistant Peshkar
(3)
Ameena
Category-V
(1)
Nathaswaram Set
(2)
Melam Set
Category-VI
(1)
Violin ( Phidil)
(2)
Odal
(3)
Thavil
(4)
Othu
(5)
Nathaswaram
(6)
Thaalam
(7)
Thaarai
(8)
Thirumuttu
(9)
Thiruchinnam
(10)
Mathalam
(11)
Lavandai
(12)
Thavandai
(13)
Thaalagiri
(14)
Mridangam
(15)
Panchavadhyam
(16)
Pambai
(17)
Bheri
(18)
Shruthi
(19)
Damaram
(20)
Nagara
(21)
Bhujangam
(22)
Sandol
(23)
Danga Mavuthar
(24)
Flute
(25)
Kaniyachi
(26)
Sardar
(27)
Suthu Thavil
(28)
Thimiri
(29)
Veera Vandi
Category-VII
(1)
Religious Prasangi
(2)
Propagandist
Category-VIII
(1)
Veda Vathiyar
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
Category-IX
(1)
Assistant Veda Vathiyar
Category-X
(1)
Othuvar
(2)
Othuvar(Sub temple)
(3)
Thevaram (Sub temple)
Category-XI
(1)
Sripandaram
Category-XII
(1)
Store Keeper (Ugrana clerk)
Category-XIII
(1) Vedaparayanam
Category-XIV
(1) Cook
(2) Madapalli
(3) Suyambakam
(4) Paricharakar
(5) Neivedyam Eduppu
(6) Thaligai
Category-XV
(1) Madapalli (Sub Temple)
(2) Assistant Cook
(3) Assistant Suyambakam
(4) Assistant Paricharakar
Category-XVI
(1) Sathahachari
(2) Adyayana Bhattar
Category-XVII
(1) Kaingariyam
Category-XVIII
(1) Assistant Kaingariyam
(2) Mahanyasam
Category-XIX
(1) Sabaiyar
Category-XX
(1) Sabaiyar Grade II
Category-XXI
(1) Ilai Vibudhi Pothi
(2) Vibudhi Sandal Distributor
Category-XXII
(1) Vasthira Kottadi
Category-XXIII
(1) Yagyobavidam
(2) Subrabadam Namavali
(3) Ramalinga Prathishtai
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
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Category-XXIV
(1) Thoorvai
(2) Thoopu
(3) Ulavaram
(4) Thiruvilakku
(5) Kudaikkarar
(6) Vaasal
(7) Masaalji
Category-XXV
(1) Adyayanam (Sub temple)
Category-XXVI
(1)
Brahmana Kattiyam
(2) Kattiyam
(3) Thirumanjanam
(4) Prakarakoil Thirumanjanam
Category-XXVII
(1) Yaanai Paahan
Category-XXVIII
(1) Udhavi Yaanai Paahan
Category-XXIX
(1)
Assistant to Yaanai Paahan
Category-XXX
(1) Maalaikatti
(2) Maalaikatti (Sub Temple)
Category-XXXI
(1) Theevatti
Category-XXXII
(1) Senior Gurukkal
Category-XXXIII
(1) Archakar
(2) Alankara Archakar
(3) Poosari
(4) Gurukkal
Category-XXXIV
(1) Archakar (Sub Temple)
(2) Poosari (Sub Temple)
(3) Assistant Archakar
Category-XXXV
(1) Murai Sthanikam
(2) Assistant Murai -Sthanikam
Category-XXXVI
(1) Bhattachariar
Category-XXXVII
(1) Assistant Bhattachariar (Bala Battar)
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
GROUP-C TECHNICAL STAFF
Category-I
(1)
Assistant Engineer (Electrical)
(2)
Assistant Engineer (Civil)
(3)
Assistant Engineer (Mechanical)
(4)
Computer Engineer
(5)
System Analyst
(6)
Computer Supervisor
(7)
Agricultural Offi cer
Category-II
(1)
Junior Engineer(Electrical)
(2)
Junior Engineer (Civil)
(3)
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
Category-III
(1)
Technical Assistant (Electrical)
(2)
Foreman (Electrical)
(3)
Supervisor
(4)
Building Supervisor
(5)
Technical Assistant (Civil)
(6)
Draughtsman
(7)
Supervisor (Mechanical)
(8)
Computer Operator
(9)
Draughtsman (Electronics and Communication)
(10) Technical Assistant (Electronics and Communication)
(11) Horticulture Assistant(Garden Supervisor)
Category-IV
(1)
Electrician
(2)
Wireman
Category-V
(1)
Assistant Electrician
(2)
Assistant Wireman
(3)
Helper
(4)
Machine Operator
(5)
Generator Operator
(6)
Winch Mechanic
(7)
Winch Electrician
(8)
Winch Driver
(9)
Winch Kappalar(Trolley Guard)
(10) Plumber
(11) Pipe fi tter
(12) Pump Operator
(13) Tracer
(14) Painter
(15) High Tension Operator
(16) Reverse Osmosis Operator
(17) Fitter
(18) Welder
(19) Turner
(20) Foreman (Vehicle)
Category-VI
(1) Driver
Category-VII
(1) Conductor
Category-VIII
(1)
Van Cleaner or Vehicle Cleaner
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
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GROUP-D MEDICAL STAFF
Category- I
(1)
Chief Doctor
Category- II
(1)
Lady Doctor
(2)
Doctor (Eye Specialist)
(3)
Siddha Doctor
Category- III
(1)
Siddha Vaidyar
Category- IV
(1)
Nurse
Category- V
(1) Assistant Nurse
(2)
Nursing Assistant
(3)
Compounder
(4)
Assistant to Compounder
(5)
Lab Technician
(6)
Optometry Assistant
(7)
Sanitary Inspector
GROUP-E EDUCATION STAFF
Category- I
(1)
Principal
Category- II
(1)
Head Master
Category- III
(1)
Post Graduate Teacher
Category- IV
(1)
Graduate Teacher
Category- V
(1)
Teacher
Category- VI
(1)
Lab Assistant
Category- VII
(1) Warden
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
CLASS - II NON - SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
GROUP-A OUTDOOR EMPLOYEES
Category-I
(1)
Manager
(2)
Superintendent
(3)
Head Clerk
(4)
Accountant
Category-II
(1)
Assistant
(2)
Senior Grade Clerk
(3)
Accountant Grade-II
(4)
Cashier
Category-III
(1)
Junior Assistant
(2)
Clerk
(3)
Collection Clerk
(4)
Suit Clerk
(5)
Typist
(6)
Computer Operator
Category-IV
(1)
Salesmen(Ticket)
(2)
Record Clerk
Category-V
(1)
Offi ce Assistant
Category-VI
(1)
Electrician
Category-VII
(1)
Gardener
Category-VIII
(1)
Plumber
Category – IX
(1)
Driver
GROUP-B INDOOR EMPLOYEES
Category-I
(1)
Peshkar
(2)
Maniam
Category-II
(1)
Archakar Grade- I
Category-III
(1)
Archakar Grade- II
(2)
Gurukkal
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Category-IV
(1)
Poosari
Category-V
(1)
Melam Set
Category-VI
(1)
Store Keeper
(2)
Paricharakar
(3)
Suyambagi
(4)
Sannathi Paricharagar
(5)
Nagai Kanakku
(6)
Sudhiyanam
(7)
Thirumanchanam
(8)
Desigar
(9)
Panchagam
Category-VII
(1)
Watchman
(2)
Meikaval
(3)
Night Watchman
(4)
Chatram Watchman
(5)
Thope Watchman
(6)
Kattu Kavalar
(7)
Maidanam Kavalar
(8)
Prakaram Kavalar
(9)
Ther Kavalar
(10)
Pathani Kavalar
(11)
Palingukal Paramarippalar
(12)
Theerthanar
(13)
Vilakkukar
(14)
Kuthiraikaval
(15)
Muttukarar
(16)
Padagu Ottunar
(17)
Thirumalai
(18)
Sirpialar
(19)
Deepam Niruthubavar
(20)
Annavu
(21)
Ulthurai Sevagar
(22)
Sannathi
(23)
Bazar hundial
(24)
Veeti
(25)
Bajanai Kuzhu
Category-VIII
(1)
Othuvar
Category-IX
(1)
Adyabagam
Category-X
(1)
Vedaparayanam
(2)
Maaraayam
Category-XI
(1)
Yaanai Pahan
Category-XII
(1)
Udhavi Yaanai Pahan
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Category-XIII
(1)
Assistant to Yaanai Paahan
Category-XIV
(1)
Maalaikatti
Category-XV
(1)
Thiruchinnam
(2)
Nattuvam
(3)
Muttuvam
(4)
Panchamuga Vadyam
(5)
Sri Rudrakotti
(6)
Padakar
(7)
Dasa Nambi
(8)
Kaniyachi
(9)
Mani Adi
Category-XVI
(1)
Makkolam
Category-XVII
(1)
Thiruvalagu
(2)
Sweeper
(3)
Thoopu
(4)
Thoorvai
(5)
Srabakar
(6)
Dharmasalai Thuppuravu
(7)
Kovil Kooti
(8)
Mattaiyan
(9)
Velalar
(10)
Chedi Suththi
(11)
Deepa Virpanai
(12)
Archanai Thattu Virpavar
(13)
Kulukkubavar
(14)
Mariam
(15)
Devian
(16)
Sarangi Panividai
(17)
Ocham
(18)
Attiam
(19)
Kangani
(20)
Neitheepa Kavalar
(21)
Aguthar
(22)
Thiruvadi
(23)
Vasal Kooti
(24)
Sumaithangi
(25)
Thanneer Ootruthal
(26)
Thennai Paramarippalar
CLASS - III INCORPORATED AND UNINCORPORATED DEVASWOMS
GROUP-A OUTDOOR EMPLOYEES
Category-I
(1)
Superintendent
Category-II
(1)
Supervisor (Civil)
Category-III
(1)
Supervisor (Civil) Grade II
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Category-IV
(1)
Assistant
Category-V
(1)
Junior Assistant
(2)
Suit Clerk
Category-VI
(1)
Library Assistant
Category-VII
(1)
Maistry
Category-VIII
(1)
Driver
Category-IX
(1)
Typist
Category-X
(1)
Electrician
Category-XI
(1)
Record Clerk
Category-XII
(1)
Offi ce Assistant
GROUP-B INDOOR EMPLOYEES
Category-I
(1)
Major Shanthi (Kerala Agama Shanthis/Sivachariar Shanthis)
Category-II
(1)
Mel Shanthi (Kerala Agama Shanthis/Sivachariar Shanthis)
Category-III
(1)
Keel Shanthi (Kerala Agama Shanthis/Sivachariar Shanthis)
Category-IV
(1)
Minor Shanthi
(2)
Petti Shanthi
Category-V
(1)
Madappalli
Category-VI
(1)
Thevaram
Category-VII
(1)
Nathaswaram
(2)
Thavil
(3)
Panchavathiyam
Category-VIII
(1)
Vilakku Eduppu
Category-IX
(1)
Kavalar
(2)
Thiru Nadai Kavalar
(3)
Thotta Kavalar
(4)
Brahmana Kavalar
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Category-X
(1)
Kothan
Category-XI
(1)
Paathiram Theippu
Category-XII
(1)
Kazhagam
Category-XIII
(1)
Maalaikattu
Category-XIV
(1)
Thalam
(2)
Miruthangam
(3)
Shruthi
Category-XV
(1)
Miscellaneous (Pala Velai)
Category-XVI
(1)
Kai Visthaaram
Category-XVII
(1)
Parisaragam
(2)
Thooram
(3)
Thoopu
(4)
Kulam Thoopu
(5)
Thuppuravu
(6)
Thali
(7)
Salavai
Category-XVIII
(1)
Thupashi
CLASS – IV ARCHAKA TRAINING INSTITUTE
Category-I
(1)
Head Master
Category-II
(1)
Agama Teacher(Saivam)
(2)
Agama Teacher (Vaishnavam)
Category-III
(1)
Senior Grade Saiva Archagar
Category-IV
(1)
Junior Grade Saiva Archagar
Category-V
(1)
Senior Grade Bhattachari
Category-VI
(1)
Junior Grade Bhattachari
CLASS –V ANNADHANAM SCHEME
Category-I
(1) Cook
Category-II
(1) Assistant Cook
Category-III
(1) Cleaner
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4. Schedule of Establishment.- (1) Every religious institution shall have a Schedule of Establishment duly prepared
by the Executive Authority of such institution and sanctioned by the Commissioner. The Schedule of Establishment shall
contain the details of sanctioned posts, both Ulthurai and Velithurai, in all categories, with details of sanction order issued by
the Commissioner, pay and other allowances admissible to such posts. The Executive Authority shall not alter the Schedule
without the prior approval of the Commissioner.
(2) Every religious institution shall limit the expenditure on salaries of establishment within the percentage and norms
as may be fi xed by the Government from time to time.
(3) No new posts shall be created in any religious institution without the prior sanction of the Commissioner.
(4) Every post in a religious institution shall be sanctioned taking into account the income of the religious institution.
The expenditure on salaries and establishment shall be met from the income of the concerned religious institution.
5. Employees to profess Hindu religion.- Every employee of a religious institution shall profess Hindu religion and
shall cease to hold offi ce as such employee when he ceases to profess that religion.
6. Physical fi tness.- (1) Every person appointed to a post in a religious institution shall before entering service, produce
a certifi cate of fi tness as prescribed in Annexure - XIII from a Assistant Civil Surgeon.
(2) No person, who is suff ering from any contagious or infectious disease, either congenital or supervening, and no
person, who is suff ering from any mental or physical infi rmity which renders him unfi t for service, shall be appointed to, or
succeed to or hold any offi ce in a religious institution. Any doubt or dispute as to whether a person is qualifi ed under this rule
shall be decided by the appointing authority on production of a certifi cate of physical fi tness obtained from a Assistant Civil
Surgeon. Any person aggrieved by an order of the appointing authority may prefer an appeal to the Joint/Deputy Commissioner
of Religious Institution concerned within one month from the date of receipt of such order.
7. Qualifi cation.-(a) Age.- No person shall be eligible for appointment by direct recruitment to the posts for which there
is a provision for direct recruitment unless he has completed eighteen years of age but has not completed thirty-fi ve years
of age on the fi rst day of July of the year in which the vacancy is notifi ed.
Provided that no person shall be eligible for appointment by promotion from non-senior grade temple to the Senior
Grade Temple if he has completed forty-fi ve years of age on the fi rst day of July of the year in which the vacancy is notifi ed.
(b) Other qualifi cations.- No person shall be eligible for appointment to the category of posts specifi ed in column
(1) of the tabular column in the Annexures I to XI by the methods specifi ed in column (2) thereof unless he possesses the
qualifi cations specifi ed in the corresponding entry in column (3) thereof:
Provided that in cases where this rule prescribes a diploma or a degree or a post-graduate degree as qualifi cation for
appointment, then,--
(a) a diploma obtained, after completion of S.S.L.C or Higher Secondary course [10+3 (3 years Diploma)] or
[10+2+2 (Lateral Entry)]; or
(b) a degree obtained, after completion of S.S.L.C and Higher Secondary Course (10+2+3 or more); or
(c) a post-graduate degree obtained, after completion of S.S.L.C, Higher Secondary course and a degree (10+2+3+2
or 3) from any University or Institution, recognized by the University Grants Commission shall be recognized as the qualifi cation.
8. Disqualifi cations.- (1) No person convicted and sentenced to imprisonment by a Criminal Court for an off ence involving
moral turpitude or bound over for keeping the peace or for good behavior shall be appointed to any post.
(2) No person, who has been declared or adjudicated as an insolvent, or who has applied to be adjudicated or
declared to be as such shall be appointed to any post.
(3) No person, who has been removed or dismissed from service in any religious institution, local authority, statutory
body or Government, shall be employed to any post in a religious institution.
(4) No person, who is in arrears of any kind due by him to any religious institution or endowment, shall be employed
to any post in a religious institution.
(5) No person, who has acted adversely to the interest of any religious institution, shall be employed to any post
in a religious institution.
9. Filling up of vacancies by direct recruitment.- (1) Whenever a vacancy arises in an entry level post included in
the Schedule of Establishment of a religious institution, the said post shall be fi lled by direct recruitment in accordance with
the proportion specifi ed in that Establishment.
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Provided that while fi lling the vacancies by direct recruitment, every third vacancy arising in the entry level posts in the
Schedule of Establishment of Senior Grade Temples shall be fi lled from the qualifi ed employees of non-senior grade temples
and the cycle for such appointment shall be as follows:-
from open market ----------------1
from open market ----------------1
from non-senior grade temples ----------------1
Provided further that if no suffi cient number of qualifi ed and suitable employees of non-senior grade temples are available
for entry level posts of Senior Grade Temples then those vacancies shall be fi lled up by the other method prescribed (i.e)
from the open market.
(2) The Executive Authority shall prepare a list of vacant posts and notify the number of vacancies and take action
for publication of notices calling for applications as detailed below:-
(a) The Executive Authority shall publish a notice containing the details of the posts proposed to be fi lled up,
namely the number of vacancies, the required qualifi cations, the scale of pay and such other details as may be necessary,
calling for applications for the post, giving minimum of one month time, for submission of applications.
(b) Such notice calling for applications shall be published on the Notice Board of the religious institution /
offi cial websites of the religious institution and the department /Offi ce of the Village Administrative Offi cer/Panchayat Board/
Municipality/Corporation, where the religious institution is situated, as the case may be, and in neighbouring temples. Where
the religious institution is included in the list published under section 46(iii) of the Act, notice shall also be published in one
leading Tamil Daily News Paper having wide circulation in the area where the religious institution is situated.
(c) On receipt of applications, the Executive Authority shall call for an interview of the eligible candidates. Notice
of the date, time and place of interview shall be intimated to the candidates, in writing. The interview will be conducted by
a Committee constituted by the Executive Authority for this purpose.
(d) The Committee for interviewing the candidates shall consist of - (1) the Chairman of the Board of Trustees;
or Hereditary Trustee; or Trustee, if there is only one trustee; or the Fit Person; or where the Executive Offi cer himself is the
Fit Person, the Division Inspector of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department or where the Inspector is the
Fit Person, another Division Inspector/Executive Offi cer of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department; (2) the
Executive Offi cer of the religious institution concerned or Division Inspector of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments
Department where there is no Executive Offi cer; (3) Two experts in the concerned subject; (4) in the case of Senior Grade
Temples a person nominated by the Commissioner, in all other cases an offi cial nominated by the Joint Commissioner of the
region where the religious institution is situated.
(3) Selection:- (a)The weightage to be given for basic educational qualifi cation, experience, practical tests, additional
qualifi cation and oral test/interview shall be as in the table below:-
Tඐඍ Tඉඊඔඍ
1
For marks obtained in the basic qualifi cation prescribed.
10 Marks
2
For experience in the fi eld (one mark shall be given for each year of experience
subject to maximum of 10 marks).
10 Marks
3
For practical test (for Technical posts) Special Category post like Melam,
Nathaswaram, Thavil, Thalam, Musical instruments/ post requiring provision in
Manthras /Hymns.
15 Marks
4
(a) Recitation of Thala Varalaru, Thala Puranam of temples, atleast 2 chapters
Ramayanam, Mahabharatham, Thiruvilaiyadal Puranam.
(b) Two Stanzas of Thevaram, Thiruvasagam, Thiruppugazh, Kanthasashti
Kavacham, Nalayira Divya Prabhandham, consistent with the temple’s history .
10 Marks
5
For oral test / Interview in the relevant subject.
5 Marks
Total
50 Marks
In cases where the selection to the posts do not require a practical test, the marks meant for practical test shall be
allotted to the interview, thus making the total marks for interview as 20 marks. For the post requiring only reading and writing
as the qualifi cation, the marks allotted for basic qualifi cation will be allotted for reading and writing skills.
(b) The selection shall be made with reference to the rank obtained in the list of approved candidates drawn by
the appointing authority.
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(c) The Appointing Authority shall pass resolution for the appointment of eligible candidates and issue appointment
orders.
(d) Once the appointment order is issued the Executive Authority shall submit report with all details along with
the resolution and appointment orders to the Commissioner through the concerned Assistant Commissioner or the Joint
Commissioner, as the case may be.
10. Pay and Allowances of employees.- (1) The pay and allowances of employees of religious institution shall be in
accordance with the schedule of establishment sanctioned by the Commissioner from time to time.
(2) Travelling allowance and daily allowance payable for the journeys performed by the employees shall be in
accordance with the Tamil Nadu Travelling Allowance Rules for the time being in force. The Executive Offi cer and in the
absence of any such offi cer, the trustee or the Chairman of Board of Trustees, as the case may be, shall be the controlling,
countersigning and disbursing authority in respect of their travelling allowance bills.
11. Seniority.- The seniority of a person shall, unless he has been reduced to a lower rank as a punishment, be
determined by the date on which he is appointed to the category. Whenever more than one vacancy is fi lled up, the appointing
authority shall fi x the order of placement based on the rank obtained by them in the list of approved candidates drawn up
by the appointing authority. If other things being equal their seniority shall be decided with reference to their age, the elder
shall be placed at the top.
12. Counting of service in a diff erent institution.- (1) Each religious institution shall be a separate unit for the purpose
of recruitment, seniority and promotion.
(2) Services rendered in one institution shall count for another institution for the purpose of pension.
13. Promotion.- (i) Number of posts which have to be fi lled up by promotion from the feeder categories within the
religious institution shall be worked out by the religious institution and a panel of qualifi ed persons for each post shall be
prepared every year as per the seniority in the feeder category.
(ii) No person shall be eligible for promotion unless he has satisfactorily completed his probation.
(iii) If the feeder category for a post is not available in the institution or the person in the feeder category is not
suitable for the promotional post, then that vacancy shall be fi lled up by the employees of other religious institutions by
notifying those vacancies and calling for applications from other religious institutions.
14. Preparation of Panel.- (1) No employee is eligible for drawal / inclusion in the panel for promotion and appointment
by promotion if,-
(a) disciplinary action is pending or contemplated against him; or
(b) criminal case is pending or contemplated against him; or
(c) vigilance case is pending or contemplated against him; or
(d) he is convicted in a Criminal case; or
(e) he is undergoing any punishment.
(2) The crucial date for preparation of such panel shall be the 1st July of every year. The appointing authority shall
take action for preparation of the panel three months prior to the crucial date taking into account the number of vacancies
due to arise in the particular year and get such estimate of vacancies approved by the Assistant Commissioner in respect of
religious institutions not included in the list published under section 46 of the Act; and by the Regional Joint Commissioner
concerned in respect of religious institutions included in the list published under section 46(i) and 46(ii); by the Commissioner
or the offi cer nominated by the Commissioner in respect of religious institutions included in the list published under section
46(iii) of the Act. On approval by the authorities, it shall be published on the Notice Board of the religious institution concerned
and thereafter promotions shall be made based on such panel.
15. Probation.- (1) Every person appointed to a post by direct recruitment shall, from the date on which he joins duty,
be on probation for a total period of two years on duty within a continuous period of three years.
Explanation.— For the purpose of calculating the period of probation of a probationer, complete calendar months,
irrespective of the number of days in each month, shall fi rst be calculated and then the odd number of days calculated
subsequently. Period of leave, other than casual leave, if any, taken during the period of probation shall be excluded while
calculating the period of probation.
(2) The appointing authority may extend the period of probation of any probationer, up to fi ve years, to enable him
to pass the prescribed tests as per Annexure - XII.
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(3) If the appointing authority decides that a probationer is suitable for declaration of probation then, he shall issue
an order declaring the probationer to have satisfactorily completed the period of probation. If no such order is issued within
six months from the date on which he is eligible for such declaration the probationer shall be deemed to have satisfactorily
completed his probation on the date of expiry of the prescribed or extended period of probation. A formal order declaring the
completion of probation shall, however, be issued by the appointing authority.
(4) Probation cannot be declared if charges are pending and probation shall be declared by the appointing authority
within one month after fi nal orders are passed on the charges.
(5) If the appointing authority decides that a probationer is not suitable for such post or if a probationer has not
passed the test as prescribed within the period of probation, it shall, unless the period of probation is extended, by an order,
discharge him from the service after giving him a reasonable opportunity for showing cause against the action to be taken
against him.
(6) The decision of the appointing authority that the probationer is not suitable for service may also be based on
his work and conduct till the date of decision inclusive of the period subsequent to the prescribed or extended period of
probation.
16. Drawal of Increment.- (1) A probationer shall be allowed to draw his fi rst increment in the time scale of pay, in the
normal course, and his second increment shall be drawn only from the date on which he is declared to have completed his
probation.
(2) In cases where probation is extended, a condition shall, unless there are special reason to the contrary, be
attached to the order of extension of probation that the probationer’s increment shall be stopped until he is declared to have
satisfactorily completed his probation. Such stoppage of increment shall not be treated as a penalty, but only as a condition
of extension of probation and shall not have the eff ect of postponing future increments after he has passed the prescribed
tests or examinations or after he is declared to have satisfactorily completed his probation.
(3) The date of increment shall be advanced to the fi rst day of each quarter such as 1st January, 1st April, 1st July
and 1st October in each year, irrespective of the dates of accrual in the course of a year.
17. Transfers and postings.- (1) The employees of religious institutions may be transferred to the entry level post,
from one religious institution to another religious institution having Executive Offi cer of the same grade based on the mutual
consent of the Executive Authorities of the religious institutions, by considering the objections of employees of the said religious
institutions and subject to approval by the Commissioner:
Provided that the scale of pay and designation of the post are the same in both the religious institutions.
(2) An employee transferred from one religious institution to another religious institution is entitled for joining time
as admissible to Government Servants.
(3) No employee shall be considered for transfer during the period of probation if,
(i) disciplinary action is pending or contemplated against him.
(ii) criminal case is pending or contemplated against him.
(iii) vigilance case is pending or contemplated against him.
(iv) he is undergoing any punishment.
18. Appointment on Compassionate grounds.- The dependant of the deceased employee who dies in harness leaving
his family in indigent circumstances is eligible for appointment on compassionate grounds in the entry level post like Junior
Assistant, Clerk and other lower post alone subject to the following conditions:
(i) No person shall be eligible for appointment on compassionate grounds unless he has completed 18 years of
age on the date of submission of application to the appointing authority within the period of 3 years from the date of death
of the employee. The upper age limit for appointment shall be thirty fi ve years in respect of sons/daughters and fi fty years
in the case of widower/widow;
Explanation.— The expression ‘sons and daughters’ in this section shall includes a widowed daughter, divorced daughter,
or a married daughter deserted by her husband and living with the family of the deceased Government employee, a legally
adopted son or a legally adopted daughter, whose adoption was made during the life time of the deceased employee.
(ii) If there is already any earning member in the family, the other dependants of the deceased employees are not
eligible for appointment on compassionate grounds;
(iii) The candidate should possess all the prescribed qualifi cations for the post concerned;
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(iv) The dependants of the employees appointed on regular scales of pay alone are eligible for appointment on
compassionate grounds;
(v) A certifi cate from the Tahsildar regarding the indigency of the family shall be produced along with the application;
(vi) The appointment on compassionate grounds shall be made only against the actual vacancies.
19. Leave.- (1) Casual Leave.- (a) An employee of a religious institution shall be eligible for casual leave of twelve days
in a calendar year. Casual leave may be combined with Sundays, or other Government holidays.
Provided that the resulting period of absence from duty does not exceed ten days. If the eleventh and subsequent days
are incidentally declared as holidays on account of natural calamities, leave declared by the Government etc., the employee
who is on casual leave may avail himself of those days also even though the period of absence exceeds ten days.
(b) Casual leave may be granted for half-a-day at a time on application. In such cases, the half-a-day period should
be either three hours from the commencement or before the closure of offi ce hours.
(c) An employee of a religious institution who is on probation may be granted one day casual leave for every
completed month of service and such leave may be combined with holidays, subject to the maximum prescribed above.
(d) Casual leave cannot be taken in combination with Earned leave or Medical leave or Maternity leave or Extraordinary
leave without allowances (Leave on loss of pay).
(e) A register of casual leave should be maintained in every religious institution.
(f) Leave may be granted to the Ulthurai employees on their providing proper substitutes with undertaking to take
responsibility of loss or damage caused due to negligence of his substitute, to the satisfaction of the executive authority.
(2) Earned Leave.- (a) The leave account of every regular employee, who is serving in a religious institution, shall be
credited with earned leave in advance in two installments of 15 days each on the fi rst day of January and July of every
calendar year.
(b) The leave at the credit of a regular employee, at the close of the previous half-year shall be carried forward to
the next half year, subject to the condition that the leave so carried forward plus the credit due for the half year does not
exceed the maximum limit of 240 days.
Provided that if the earned leave at the credit of a regular employee as on the last day of December or June is 240
days or less but more than 225 days, the advance credit of 15 days earned leave on the fi rst day of January or July to be
aff orded shall, instead of being credited in the leave account, be kept separately and fi rst adjusted against the earned leave
that the regular employee takes or surrenders during that half year and the balance if any, shall be credited to the leave
account at the close of the half year, subject to the condition that the balance of such earned leave plus leave already at
credit does not exceed the maximum limit of 240 days.
Provided further that the earned leave shall be credited to the leave account of a regular employee, at the rate of 2½
days for each completed calendar month of service which he is likely to render in a half-year of the calendar year in which
he is appointed.
Provided also that the earned leave shall be credited to the leave account of a regular employee, who is due to retire
or resign from the service or dies while in service, at the rate of 2½ days per completed calendar month upto the date of
retirement or resignation or death, as the case may be.
Provided also that the earned leave so credited to the leave account of a regular employee, who is due to retire or dies
while in service, shall be eligible to encash maximum of 210 days at the time of retirement or death, as the case may be.
Provided also that if a regular employee has availed of extra-ordinary leave (with or without Medical Certifi cate) or
some period of absence has been treated as dies-non in a half-year, the credit to be aff orded to his leave account at the
commencement of the next half-year shall be reduced by one-tenth of the period of such leave or dies-non, subject to a
maximum of 15 days.
In the case of a employee under probation, earned leave shall be credited at the rate of 2½ days for every two completed
calendar months of service which he is likely to render in a half year of the calendar year subject to a maximum of thirty days.
Explanation:-For the purpose of crediting earned leave.-
(i) fractions of a day shall be rounded off to the nearest day;
(ii) if an employee is on leave on the last day of any particular half of a calendar year, earned leave shall be
credited on the fi rst of the succeeding half-year, provided that the authority competent to grant leave has reason to believe
that the employee will return to duty on the expiry of leave;
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Provided that leave may be granted, to the Ulthurai employees on their providing proper substitutes with undertaking to
take responsibility of loss or damage caused due to negligence of his substitute, to the satisfaction of the executive authority.
(3) Leave on medical certifi cate.-(a) Leave on medical certifi cate may be granted to a regular employee for 240 days
in all, only on production of a certifi cate from a registered medical practitioner for a period not exceeding the period of leave
recommended in the certifi cate with reference to the period of service specifi ed in column (1) of the Table below subject to
the restriction of the period of leave specifi ed in the corresponding entry in column (2) thereof.-
Tඐඍ Tඉඊඔඍ
Period of service
(1)
Period of eligible leave
(2)
Upto and inclusive of 5 years
30 days
More than 5 years but upto and inclusive of 10 years
60 days
More than 10 years but upto and inclusive of 15 years
120 days
More than 15 years but upto and inclusive of 20 years
180 days
More than 20 years
240 days
Provided that the period of leave referred to in column (2) of the Table above shall be reduced by the period of leave,
if any, already availed of.
(b) Leave on medical certifi cate may be combined with earned leave, but the total period so combined shall be
limited to 3 months.
(c) Any leave taken on medical grounds if it exceeds 59 days shall be referred to the competent medical team
approved by the executive authority and the employee will be permitted to join duty only on production of fi tness certifi cate
from the Medical team.
(4) Maternity leave.- (a) The executive authority of a religious institution may grant maternity leave on full pay to
married woman employees for a period not exceeding 270 days which may spread over from the pre-confi nement rest to
post confi nement recuperation at the option of the woman employee. The maternity leave will not be admissible to married
woman employees with more than two surviving children.
Explanation.- In the case of married woman employees who are confi ned during the period of their leave, including
extraordinary leave, the 270 days period referred to above shall be reckoned only from the date of confi nement.
(b) Any admissible Leave may be granted in continuation of maternity leave, if the request for its grant be supported
by a medical certifi cate.
Provided that leave of any kind due and admissible under the rules may be granted upto a maximum period of one year
in continuation of maternity leave, if leave applied is supported by a medical certifi cate.
Explanation.- Leave of any other kind in continuation of maternity leave may also be granted in case of illness of
a newly born baby, subject to production of a medical certifi cate from the authorized medical attendant to the eff ect that the
condition of the ailing baby warrants mother’s personal attention and her presence by the baby’s side is absolutely necessary.
(5) Leave on loss of pay.- When an employee has neither earned leave nor leave on medical certifi cate to his credit,
leave without pay and allowances may be granted to him. Loss of pay leave may however, be granted to a person who,
being ineligible for any other kind of leave, specifi cally applies for it. The appointing authority shall satisfy himself that the
employee will return to duty on the expiry of such leave. Such absence from duty shall not exceed one year or otherwise
the employee is liable for disciplinary action.
20. Conduct Rules.- (1) Save as otherwise provided in these rules, no employee of a religious institution shall, except
with the previous sanction of the Executive Authority, accept or permit their spouse, or any other member of their family, to
accept from any person any gift of value exceeding Rs.25,000/- (Rupees twenty fi ve thousand only).
Provided that the employee of a religious institution may accept any gift of a value exceeding Rs.25,000/- from a personal
friend or close relation, on special occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, funerals and religious functions, when the
making or receiving of such gifts is in conformity with the prevailing religious or social customs and shall make a report to
the Executive Authority within one month of the acceptance of the gift.
(2) The employee of any religious institution shall avoid accepting lavish hospitality or frequent hospitality from any
individual, having offi cial dealings with him or from industrial or commercial fi rms, organizations, etc.
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(3) The employee of any religious institution shall not -
(i) give or take or abet the giving or taking of dowry; or
(ii) demand, directly or indirectly, from the parents or guardian of a bride or bridegroom as the case may be
any dowry.
(4) The employee of any religious institution shall except with prior permission of the Executive Authority acquire
or dispose of any immovable property by lease, mortgage, purchase, gift, exchange or otherwise either in his own name or
in the name of any member of his family.
Such permission will be necessary even where any immovable property is acquired by any member of the family of the
employee out of the resources of the employee.
The Executive Authority of the religious institution shall dispose of the application seeking the sanction/permission referred
above within a period of six months from the date of receipt of such application from the employee of the religious institution.
If any clarifi cations or particulars are sought for from the employee of religious institution, the said period of six months
shall be reckoned from the date of receipt of such clarifi cations or particulars. Where no order according such sanction or
granting such permission is issued within the said period of six months, it shall be deemed that the Executive authority of
the religious institution has accorded the sanction or granted the permission on the expiry of the said period of six months
and the employee of the religious institution can acquire or dispose the immovable property; purchase or sell the movable
property or commence the construction/extension of the house.
(5) The employee of any religious institution shall not encroach upon lands belonging to any public religious institution.
(6) The employee of a religious institution, if enters into any transaction concerning any movable property exceeding
Rs.1,00,000/- in value, whether by way of purchase or sale, shall report to the executive authority within one month from the
date of every such transaction.
(7) Every employee of a religious institution, shall submit a return of his assets and liabilities at an interval of fi ve
years on or before the 31st day of March of the year immediately following the year to which the return relates giving the
full particulars regarding:-
(a) the immovable property inherited by him, or owned or acquired by him or held by him on lease or mortgage
either in his own name or in the name of any member of his family or in the name of any other person;
(b) shares, debentures and cash including bank deposits inherited by him or similarly owned, acquired or held
by him;
(c) other movable property inherited by him or similarly owned, acquired or held by him; and
(d) debts and other liabilities incurred by him directly or indirectly;
Provided that every employee shall, within three months of his fi rst appointment to any post, submit his return of assets
and liabilities as on his entry into service.
(8) The employee of a religious institution shall not engage himself directly or indirectly in any trade or business or
undertake any other employment.
(9) The employee of a religious institution shall not communicate any information which adversely aff ects the interest
of the religious institution to anybody without the knowledge of the executive authority of the religious institution.
(10) The employee of a religious institution shall not be a member of or be otherwise associated with any political
party or any organization in respect of which there is reason to believe that the organization has a political aspect. He shall
also avoid giving room for any suspicion that he is favouring any political party or any candidate in elections.
(11) The employee of a religious institution shall not bring or attempt to bring any political or other outside infl uence
to bear upon any superior authority to further his interests in respect of matters pertaining to his service under the religious
institution.
(12) (a) The employee of a religious institution shall not enter into or contract, a marriage with a person having a
spouse living; and
(b) The employee of a religious institution having a spouse living shall not enter into or contract a marriage
with any person.
(13) The employee shall at all times maintain absolute integrity and devotion to duty and take all possible steps to
ensure the same in the religious institution.
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(14) The employee of a religious institution shall not indulge in any act of sexual harassment to any woman at the
work place.
(15) The employee of a religious institution shall strictly abide by any law relating to consumption of liquor or
intoxicating drugs in force in any area in which he may happen to be for the time being and shall not be found drunk or
under the infl uence of liquor while attending offi ce or appearing in a public place.
(16) The employee of a religious institution shall not engage himself in strike or in incitements thereto or in similar
activities.
Explanation.- For the purposes of this rule the expression ‘similar activities’ shall be deemed to include the absence from
work or neglect of duties without permission and with the object of compelling something to be done by his superior offi cers
or the Government or any demonstrative fast usually called “hunger strike” for similar purposes.
(17) The employee of a religious institution shall not undertake trip to foreign country without prior permission of
the executive authority.
The employee of religious institution who violates the above conduct rules will be subjected to disciplinary action following
the procedures prescribed under “Punishment of Offi cer-holders and Servants of religious Institutions (Other than Maths and
Specifi c Endowments attached thereto) Rules”, framed under section 56 of the Act.
21. Maintenance of Service Register.- (1) Service Register shall be maintained for all employees. All service matters
like appointment, details of pay, probation, increment, tests passed, promotion, leave sanctioned and availed, punishment
etc., shall be recorded therein and a certifi cate that “service verifi ed” shall be recorded in the register every year in January
and be attested by the Executive Authority.
(2) Every employee shall verify the entries made in his service register once in three years and put his signature
in token of such verifi cation. If any discrepancies are noticed, such fact shall be reported to the Executive Authority for
rectifi cation.
22. Maintenance of Record Sheet.- Record Sheet in respect of all employees shall be written every year and maintained
by the Executive Authority.
23. Cashier, etc., to execute security bond.- Every cashier, shroff , store-keeper and every other employee of a
religious institution, who is entrusted, whether permanently or temporarily, with the custody of cash or stores or valuables
belonging to the institution shall furnish security in the form of cash and shall execute a security bond in the name of the
institution setting forth the conditions under which the institution holds the security and may ultimately refund or appropriate
it. The security bond shall be retained permanently or until necessity ceases.
24. Fixing the amount of security.-The amount of security to be furnished by any employee shall be fi xed by the
appointing authority.
25. Conditions as to the furnishing of security.- (1) No person shall be allowed to assume any post for which
security has to be furnished unless he furnishes the security fi xed for the post within fi fteen days of the receipt of the order
of appointment or within such period as may be specifi ed in such order.
(2) When a person holding a post for which he has furnished security is appointed to another post, for which the
security fi xed is higher than the amount of security already furnished by him or is appointed to an additional post for which
security has to be furnished, he shall not continue in the new post, if he does not, within three months from the date of
assumption thereof, furnish the required additional security.
26. Investment of security furnished.- (1) The cash security furnished by an employee shall be invested as early as
possible in any one of the approved forms of securities and the interest earned by such security shall be paid to the employee.
(2) No interest shall be payable on the security amount till it is invested in the manner indicated in sub-rule (1).
27. Refund of security.- The security furnished shall not be refunded before six months after the employee vacates
offi ce, provided that before refunding the security, the executive authority shall satisfy himself that no amount is due by the
employee to the institution.
28. Resignation.- (1) An employee may resign his post by giving notice of not less than three months in writing directly
to the appointing authority. The period of three months notice shall be reckoned from the date of receipt of such notice by
the appointing authority.
(2) On receipt of such notice, the appointing authority shall verify whether the resignation has been given by the
employee concerned and after satisfying himself, may accept the resignation subject to the following conditions:-
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(b) no criminal case is pending or contemplated against him.
(c) no vigilance case is pending or contemplated against him.
(d) no contractual obligation of any kind to serve during the period on which the employee concerned seeks
to resign.
(e) no dues are pending to be recovered.
(3) The appointing authority shall issue orders either accepting the resignation from a date not later than the date
of expiry of the notice or rejecting the same, giving the reasons there for. If no such order is passed, the resignation shall
be deemed to have been accepted on the expiry of the period of notice.
(4) The employee, on acceptance of such resignation shall cease to be in the service of the temple from the date
from which such resignation has been accepted.
(5) While accepting the resignation, the appointing authority shall obtain consent from the employee that he is aware
of the consequences of the resignation.
29. Consequences of Resignation.- (1) The employee of religious institution on his resignation shall forfeit not only
the service rendered by him in the particular post held by him at the time of resignation but all his previous service in the
religious institution.
(2) The reappointment of such person to any post shall be treated in the same way as a fi rst appointment to such
a post by direct recruitment and rules governing such appointments shall apply and on such reappointment he shall not be
entitled to count any portion of his previous service for any benefi t or concession admissible under any rule.
30. Voluntary Retirement.- (1) The employee of religious institution who has attained the age of fi fty or completed
twenty years of service may retire from service voluntarily by giving notice of not less than three months in writing direct to
the appointing authority.
(2) Notice of Voluntary Retirement given by an employee of a religious institution shall be accepted by the appointing
authority subject to the following conditions being satisfi ed namely:-
(a) no disciplinary action is pending or contemplated against him.
(b) no criminal case is pending or contemplated against him.
(c) no vigilance case is pending or contemplated against him.
(d) he is not convicted by a Court of Law.
(e) that no dues which cannot be recovered are pending from the employee concerned.
(3) The appointing authority shall issue orders either accepting the notice of voluntary retirement from a date not
later than the date of expiry of the notice or rejecting the same, giving the reasons therefor. If no such order is passed, the
notice of voluntary retirement shall be deemed to have been accepted on the expiry of the period of notice.
(4) The employee of the religious institution may withdraw the notice of voluntary retirement or withdraw the voluntary
retirement after acceptance, as the case may be, subsequently with the approval of the appointing authority, before the expiry
of the period of notice.
31. Retirement.- Every person appointed to such post shall retire from such post on the afternoon of the last day of
the month in which he attains the age of sixty years.
32. Gratuity.- Every employee who retires or dies after completing ten years of service in a religious institution included
in the list published under Section 46 of the Act shall become eligible for a gratuity at the rate of half a month’s salary for
every completed year of service to a maximum of 15 month’s salary;
Provided that this provision shall not apply to any such institution where the Contributory /Employees Provident Fund
Scheme is in force.
Explanation.- (1) Fraction of a year equal to six months and above shall be treated as a completed year.
(2)“Retirement” for this purpose shall mean retirement on superannuation of after completing twenty fi ve full years
of service and shall not include cessation of service on resignation or as a result of disciplinary action.
(3) “Salary” for the purpose of this rule shall mean the average monthly salary excluding the dearness and other
allowances drawn during the last twelve months of service.
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33. Reduction of gratuity.- If the service of a employee has not been thoroughly satisfactory, the authority sanctioning
the gratuity may make such reduction in the amount as it thinks proper, but the unfavourable circumstances appearing against
such employee for reducing the gratuity shall be recorded and communicated to him.
34. Recovery from gratuity and payment of gratuity to the family of employee.- Any sum of money payable by an
employee to the religious institution at the time of retirement shall be deducted from the amount of gratuity payable to him.
If an employee who has become eligible for gratuity dies while in service or after retirement, the amount of gratuity shall be
paid to his family.
Explanation.- (1) For the purpose of this rule “family” in relation to an employee means members of family specifi ed in
rule 45(5) of the Tamil Nadu Pension Rules, 1978.
(2) When the amount of gratuity is claimed by more than one person, payment shall be made to anyone person
who is authorised by all the claimants to receive payment.
35. Appointing authority to sanction gratuity.- The appointing authority in respect of every employee shall, with the
prior sanction of the Assistant Commissioner or the Joint or Deputy Commissioner, as the case may be, sanction the gratuity
amount.
36. Commissioner may sanction gratuity to employee of any institution.- Notwithstanding anything contained in
rules 32 to 35, the Commissioner may, with the previous approval of the Government, sanction compassionate gratuity to an
employee in respect of any institution, for special reasons, to be recorded in writing.
Provided that the Commissioner shall, before passing an order under this rule, take into account the service, character
and conduct of the employee and also the fi nancial position of the institution and its capacity to pay the amount.
37. Departmental Pension Scheme.-(1) An employee of a religious institution which is not covered under the Employees
Provident Fund Scheme (EPF) and in the case of an employee of religious institution covered under EPF Scheme but not
entitled to get pension under EPF scheme, is entitled to receive pension under Departmental Pension Scheme subject to
fulfi llment of the following conditions:-
(i) He should be a fulltime/permanent employee of the religious institution.
(ii) He should have served minimum of 10 years as a fulltime/permanent employee.
(iii) He should have attained 60 years of age on superannuation or in case of voluntary retirement, he should
have attained 50 years of age or completed twenty years of service.
(2) The spouse of a deceased employee of a religious institution, who was receiving pension under Departmental
Pension Scheme, is entitled to receive family pension under Departmental Pension Scheme subject to fulfi llment of the
following conditions:
(i) The deceased employee should have been drawing departmental pension.
(ii) The amount of family pension sanctioned shall be 50% of the prevailing departmental pension amount.
38. Employees Provident Fund Scheme.- (1) Every religious institution, the annual income of which, as calculated
under section 92 of the Act, is rupees ten thousand or more shall, introduce Employees Provident Fund Scheme for the
benefi t of its employees.
(2) The rules governing the administration of the Employees Provident Fund shall be as per the rules in force.
39. Family Benefi t Fund Scheme.- (1) This scheme is applicable to regular employees of religious institutions. The
scheme is not applicable to the part-time employees of religious institutions or specifi c endowments attached thereto. However,
if any part-time employee is in regular service in any religious institutions or specifi c endowments attached thereto, then, the
scheme will be applicable to him.
(2) The Commissioner shall sanction the lump-sum amount to the nominee, legal heirs of the employees who die in
harness. The amount shall be sanctioned even in the case of suicide, murder and unnatural death like accident, poisoning,
drowning and burning.
(3) An amount of subscription fi xed by the Government from time to time shall be collected from the salaries of the
employees of the religious institution.
(4) Every institution shall calculate the total annual subscriptions of all the employees, draw the amount from the
General Funds of Institutions and remit the amount in advance to the Commissioner before the end of July of every year
and such annual subscription so paid by the institution on behalf of its employees shall be recovered from the salary of the
employees every month as mentioned above.
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(5) The Commissioner shall credit the amount in Savings Bank Account in any nationalised or co-operative bank
and the account shall be operated by the Commissioner for this purpose.
(6) In case of death of an employee while in service, the Commissioner shall sanction and pay a sum of rupees
as prescribed from time to time by the Government from out of the fund to the family of the deceased employee. If the legal
heir is a minor, the amount shall be deposited in a nationalised or co-operative bank in the name of the minor person and
the amount with the interest accrued shall be paid as and when the person attains his legal majority.
(7) The Executive Authority of the institution and the administrative authority of the Department are responsible for
the collection of the subscriptions due from all the employees and necessary entries shall be made as to the payment of
yearly subscription in the service register of the incumbent along with the certifi cate of service verifi cation. Form of nomination
shall be obtained from every employee and affi xed to the Service Register of the employee. The claim shall be made by the
eligible member of the family of the deceased employee through the Executive Authority of the religious institution and such
application shall be sent to the Commissioner through the administrative authority of the department having jurisdiction over
the institution. The recommendation of the authority shall contain the following particulars and documents and in the absence
of any of the following, no claim shall be entertained:-
(a) Date of birth (as per Service Register)
(b) Date of entry into service.
(c) Order No. and date of authority sanctioning the post.
(d) Date of death with original death certifi cate.
(e) The nomination along with the Service Register.
(f)
Particulars regarding the remittance of subscription.
(g) Legal heirship certifi cate in original in the absence of nomination.
(8) The Commissioner may, at his discretion, relax any of the rules relating to the Family Benefi t Fund Scheme in
favour of the family of the deceased employee.
40. Re-employment.- A retired employee may be employed on contract basis with the prior permission of the
Commissioner for one year at a time. The emoluments on employment on contract shall be on consolidated basis as fi xed
by the Commissioner.
41. Saving.- Nothing contained in these rules shall adversely aff ect the employees, holding any post on the date of
publication of these rules in the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette.
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ANNEXURE – I
CLASS I - SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
Gකඝ-A Oඝගඌක Eඕඔඡඍඍඛ
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Manager
(2) Deputy Manager
(3) Public Relations Offi cer
(4) Supervisor
(5) Chief Accountant
By promotion from among the holders of the
post of Assistant Manager; (or) Superintendent;
(or) Assistant Public Relations Offi cer; (or)
Accountant; (or) Peshkar (Ulthurai Employee).
Category–II
(1) Assistant Manager
(2) Superintendent
(3) Assistant Public Relations Offi cer
By promotion from among the holders of
the post of Senior Assistant; (or) Assistant
Superintendent; (or) Head Clerk.
Category–III
(1) Accountant
By promotion from the holders of the post of
Cashier.
Category–IV
(1) Senior Assistant
(2) Cashier
(3) Assistant Superintendent
(4) Head Clerk
By promotion from among the holders of the
post of Assistant; (or) Shroff ; (or) Treasury
Clerk; (or) Kolla Nayagam.
Category–V
(1) Assistant
(2) Shroff
(3) Treasury Clerk
(4) Kolla Nayagam
By promotion from among the holders of the
post of Junior Assistant; (or) Typist; (or) Clerk
–cum–Surveyor; (or) Store Keeper; (or) Suit
Clerk; (or) Collection Clerk; (or) Chathiram
Keeper; (or) Junior Clerk; (or) Ticket Sales
Clerk; (or) Register Clerk; (or) Inai- uba Kovil
Clerk.
A Pass in the following tests namely:-
1) Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and
Charitable Endowments Act and Rules;
2) Account Test for Subordinate Offi cers
part-I.
Category–VI
(1) Junior Assistant
(2) Clerk –cum–Surveyor
(3) Store Keeper
(4) Suit Clerk
(5) Collection Clerk
(6) Chathiram Keeper
(7) Junior Clerk
(8) Ticket Sales Clerk
(9) Register Clerk
(10) Inai-uba Kovil Clerk
(1) By direct recruitment.
A pass in SSLC or its equivalent
qualification recognized by the
Government.
(2) By promotion from among the holders of
the post of Record Clerk; (or) Record Room
Clerk; (or) Duff ador; (or) Offi ce Assistant; (or)
Last Grade Servant.
A pass in SSLC or its equivalent
qualification recognized by the
Government.
Provided that he must possess fi ve
years of experience in the feeder
category.
Category–VII
(1) Tamil Pulavar
By direct recruitment.
(1)A degree in B.Lit or B.A or M.A or
M.Lit in Tamil of any university in the
State or its equivalent; and
(2)Must have knowledge in reciting
Thirumurai.
Category–VIII
(1) Librarian
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in SSLC or its equivalent
qualification recognized by the
Government; and
(2) Must possess Diploma in Library
Science.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category–IX
(1) Typist
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in SSLC or its equivalent
qualification recognized by the
Government; and
(2)A pass in the Government Technical
Examination in Typewriting:
(i) Higher Grade in Tamil and English
(or)
(ii) Higher Grade in Tamil and Lower
Grade in English (or)
(iii) Higher Grade in English and Lower
Grade in Tamil.
Provided that if the candidates
with qualifi cations referred in item (i)
are not available, candidates with the
qualifi cations referred to in item (ii) or
(iii) in the order of preference above
may be appointed.
(3)A pass in the Certifi cate Course
in Computer Application and Offi ce
Automation or equivalent recognized
by the Government.
Category–X
(1) Record Clerk
(2) Record Room Clerk
By promotion from among the holders of the
post of Duff ador; (or) Offi ce Assistant; (or) Last
Grade Servant; (or) Thalayari.
(1)A pass in SSLC or its equivalent
qualification recognized by the
Government; and
(2) Must possess fi ve years experience
in the feeder category post.
Category–XI
(1) Duff ador
(2) Offi ce Assistant
(3) Last Grade Servant
(4) Thalaiyari
By promotion from Watchman, Karunai
Illam Kappalar, Viduthi Kappalar, Para,
Supervisor(Cleaning), Junior Para, Ticket
Puncher.
A pass in 8th standard or its equivalent
qualification recognized by the
Government.
By direct recruitment.
Category–XII
(1) Watchman
(2) Karunai Illam Kappalar
(3) Siruvar Illam Aayah
(4) Gurkha
(5) Barber Shed Maistry
(6) Viduthi Kappalar
(7) Para
(8) Supervisor (Cleaning)
(9) Maakkolam
(10) Pathu Vilakku
(11) Alagu palavelai
(12) Miscellaneous worker
(13) Junior para
(14) Cartman
(15) Palavelai
(16) Siddha Vaidyasala Assistant
(17) Ticket puncher
(18) Jadumali
(19) Gardener
(20) Armed Guard
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
(21) Poojai Kaval
(22) Pala Velai Vairavi
(23) Nithya Aaraathani Kattalai
Prasadham
(24) Sevakar
(25) Aayam Vasoolar
(26) Uba Kovil Para
(27) Uba Kaval
(28) Uba Kovil Palavelai
(29) Adi Annamalai Thotta Velai
Category–XIII
(1) Thiruvalagu
(2) Sweeper
(3) Servant maid
(4) Thooppu
(5) Paathira Suththi
(6) Achari
(7) Kothanar
(8) Ekali
(9) Washerman
(10) Evalal (Salavaiyalar)
(11) Cattle Maintenance worker
(Kaalnadai Paramarippalar)
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in
Tamil.
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ANNEXURE – II
CLASS I - SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
Gකඝ-B Iඖඌක Eඕඔඡඍඍඛ
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Agama Teacher
(2) Thevaram Teacher
(3) Veda Teacher
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil ;and
2) Must have passed three years course
in any Agama School (or); Thevara Pada
Salas (or); Veda Padasalas.
Category-II
(1) Thavil
(2) Nathaswara Teacher
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil ;and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the art of
playing the instrument and have undergone
training for a period of three years in
a Nathaswaram / Thavil school run by
the Religious Institutions or Government
institutions or any other Government
recognized institutions.
Provided, preference shall be given to those
with “VathyaVisaratha” (Nathaswaram)
Certifi cate.
Category-III
(1) Peshkar
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Assistant (outdoor
Employee); (or) Treasury Clerk
(outdoor Employee) ; (or) Cashier
(outdoor Employee); (or) Maniam;
(or) Assistant Peshkar; (or) Ameena.
Must know the customary procedures in
performing festivals, rituals, poojas and to
organise the supply of provisions as per
approved Dhittam.
Category-IV
(1) Maniam
(2) Assistant Peshkar
(3) Ameena
By promotion from the post of Junior
Assistant (outdoor Employee).
Must know the customary procedures in
performing festivals, rituals, poojas and to
organise the supply of provisions as per
approved Dhittam.
Category-V
(1) Nathaswaram Set
(2) Melam Set
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil; and
(2)Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant
fi eld obtained from a music school run
by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Government
recognized Institutions.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-VI
(1) Violin(Phidil)
(2) Odal
(3) Thavil
(4) Othu
(5) Nathaswaram
(6) Thaalam
(7) Thaarai
(8) Thirumuttu
(9) Thiruchinnam
(10) Mathalam
(11) Lavandai
(12) Thavandai
(13) Thaalagiri
(14) Mridangam
(15) Panchavadhyam
(16) Pambai
(17) Bheri
(18) Shruthi
(19) Damaram
(20) Nagara
(21) Bhujangam
(22) Sandol
(23) Danga Mavuthar
(24) Flute
(25) Kaniyachi
(26) Sardar
(27) Suthu Thavil
(28) Thimiri
(29) Veera Vandi
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant
fi eld obtained from a music school run
by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Government
recognized Institutions or recognized by the
University Grants Commission.
Category-VII
(1) Religious Prasangi
(2) Propagandist
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for having
undergone one year course in an Agama
school or Veda Padasala run by Religious
Institutions or Government Institutions or
any other Institutions.
Category-VIII
(1) Veda Vathiyar
By Promotion from the post of
Assistant Veda Vathiyar.
Category-IX
(1) Assistant Veda Vathiyar
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil; and
(2)Must possess a certifi cate for having
undergone minimum three years course
in relevant fi eld in an Agama school or
Veda padasala run by Religious Institutions
or Government Institutions or any other
Institutions.
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
31
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-X
(1) Othuvar
(2) Othuvar (Sub temple)
(3) Thevaram (Sub temple)
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil;and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for having
undergone minimum three years course in
relevant fi eld issued by a Thevara padasala
run by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Institutions.
Category-XI
(1) Sri Pandaram
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in SSLC or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government;
and
(2) Must know the customary procedures
in performing festivals, rituals, poojas and
to organise the supply of provisions as per
approved Dhittam.
Category-XII
(1) Store Keeper
(Ugrana Clerk)
By Promotion from the post of Junior
Assistant (outdoor Employee).
Must have knowledge about the approved
Dhittam of the religious institutions and
maintenance of stock.
Category-XIII
(1) Vedaparayanam
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for having
undergone minimum three year course in
relevant fi eld in an Agama school or Veda
padasala run by Religious Institutions
or Government Institutions or any other
Institutions.
Category-XIV
(1) Cook
(2) Madapalli
(3) Suyambakam
(4) Paricharakar
(5) Neivedyam Eduppu
(6) Thaligai
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Assistant Cook; or
Assistant Suyambakam ; or Assistant
Paricharakar.
Category-XV
(1)Madapalli (Sub temple)
(2) Assistant Cook
(3)Assistant Suyambakam
(4) Assistant Paricharakar
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil; and
(2) Must know to prepare Neivedyam and
Prasadam according to customs and usage
prevailing in the temple.
Category-XVI
(1) Sathahachari
(2) Adyayana Bhattar
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in
Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant
fi eld for having undergone one year course
in an Agama school or Veda padasala run
by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Institutions.
Category-XVII
(1) Kaingariyam
By promotion from the post of
Assistant Kaingariyam.
Must possess fi ve years of experience as
Assistant Kaingariyam.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-XVIII
(1) Assistant Kaingariyam
(2) Mahanyasam
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant
fi eld for having undergone one year course
in an Agama school or Veda padasala run
by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Institutions.
Category-XIX
(1) Sabaiyar
By promotion from the post of Sabaiyar
Grade II.
Must have put in fi ve years of service as
Sabaiyar Grade II.
Category-XX
(1) Sabaiyar Grade II
By direct recruitment.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2) Must know to prepare Neivedyam and
Prasadam according to customs and usage
prevailing in the temple.
Category-XXI
(1) Ilai Vibudhi Pothi
(2)Vibudhi Sandal distributor
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XXII
(1) Vasthira Kottadi
By direct recruitment.
Must have studied upto SSLC or its
equivalent qualifi cation recognized by the
Government.
Category-XXIII
(1) Yagyobavidam
(2) Subrabadam Namavali
(3) Ramalinga Prathishtai
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant
fi eld for having undergone one year course
in an Agama school or Veda padasala run
by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Institutions.
Category-XXIV
(1) Thoorvai
(2) Thoopu
(3) Ulavaram
(4) Thiruvilakku
(5) Kudaikkarar
(6) Vaasal
(7) Masaalji
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XXV
(1)Adyayanam
(Sub temple)
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant
fi eld for having undergone one year course
in an Agama school or vedapadasala run
by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Institutions.
Category-XXVI
(1) Brahmana Kattiyam
(2) Kattiyam
(3) Thirumanjanam
(4) Prakarakoil Thirumanjanam
By direct recruitment.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2)Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant
fi eld for having undergone one year course
in an Agama school or Veda padasala run
by Religious Institutions or Government
Institutions or any other Institutions.
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33
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-XXVII
(1) Yaanai Paahan
By Promotion from Udhavi Yaanai
Paahan.
By direct recruitment, if no qualifi ed
persons are available in the feeder
category.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2)Must possess the capacity, ability,
knowledge to train, control, guide, command
and speak language for controlling the
Elephant.
Category-XXVIII
(1) Udhavi Yaanai Paahan
By Promotion from Assistant to Yaanai
Paahan.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2)Must possess the capacity, ability,
knowledge to train, control, guide, command
and speak language for controlling the
Elephant.
By direct recruitment, if no qualifi ed
persons are available in the feeder
category.
Category-XXIX
(1) Assistant to Yaanai Paahan.
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XXX
(1) Maalaikatti
(2) Maalaikatti(Sub temple)
By direct recruitment.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2)Must be able to prepare garlands, for
adorning the deities for Pooja and Utsavams.
Category-XXXI
(1) Theevatti
By direct recruitment.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2)Must know the preparation and usage
of Theevatti.
Category-XXXII
(1) Senior Gurukkal
By Promotion from the post of
Gurukkal.
Category-XXXIII
(1) Archakar
(2) Alankara Archakar
(3) Poosari
(4) Gurukkal
By Promotion from the post of
Assistant Archakar.
Category-XXXIV
(1) Archakar (Sub temple)
(2) Poosari (Sub temple)
(3) Assistant Archakar
By direct recruitment
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2)Must possess a Certificate of one
year training in Agama training Schools
run by Religious Institutions or any other
Institutions.
Category-XXXV
(1) Murai Sthanikam
(2)Assistant Murai Sthanikam
By direct recruitment.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2)Must possess a Certificate of one
year training in Agama training Schools
run by Religious Institutions or any other
Institutions.
Category-XXXVI
(1) Bhattachariar
By promotion from the post of
Assistant Bhattachariar
(Bala Battar).
Category-XXXVII
(1)Assistant Bhattachariar
(Bala Battar)
By direct recruitment.
(1)Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2) Must possess a Certificate of one
year training in Agama training Schools
run by Religious Institutions or any other
Institutions.
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ANNEXURE - III
CLASS I - SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
Group-C Technical Staff
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Assistant Engineer (Electrical)
By promotion from the post of Junior
Engineer (Electrical).
(1) A Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering
or Electronics and Communication Engineering;
OR
(2) A Pass in Sections A and B of the
Institution of Engineers (India) Examinations
with Electrical Engineering as a subject.
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
(2) Assistant Engineer (Civil)
By promotion from the post of Junior
Engineer (Civil).
(1) A bachelor degree in Civil Engineering; or
(2) A Pass in Sections A and B of the
Institution of Engineers (India) Examinations
in Civil Engineering.
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
(3) Assistant Engineer
(Mechanical)
By promotion from the post of Junior
Engineer (Mechanical).
(1)A Bachelor Degree in Mechanical
Engineering; or
(2) A Pass in Sections A and B of the
Institution of Engineers (India) Examinations
with Mechanical Engineering Branch.
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
(4) Computer Engineer
By direct recruitment.
An Engineering degree in Computer Science/
Information Technology.
(5) System Analyst
By promotion from the post of Computer
Supervisor.
A Master Degree in Computer Applications
or Computer Science.
(6) Computer Supervisor
By promotion from the post of Computer
Operator.
A Bachelor degree in Computer Science or
Bachelor degree in Computer Applications.
(7) Agricultural Offi cer
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in
Agriculture or Horticulture.
Category-II
(1) Junior Engineer(Electrical)
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Foreman (Electrical); or
Technical Assistant (Electrical).
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
A Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
(2) Junior Engineer (Civil)
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Technical Assistant; or
Supervisor; or Draughtsman.
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
A Diploma in Civil Engineering.
(3) Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
By promotion from the post of Supervisor
(Mechanical).
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-III
(1) Technical Assistant (Electrical)
(2) Foreman (Electrical)
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Electrician / Wireman.
A Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
(3) Supervisor
(4) Building Supervisor
(5) Technical Assistant (Civil)
(6) Draughtsman
By direct recruitment.
A Diploma in Civil Engineering.
(7) Supervisor (Mechanical)
By direct recruitment.
A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
(8) Computer Operator
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess a Diploma in Computer
Science issued by the Government/
Government recognized Institutions; and
(2) Must have knowledge of Typewriting both
in Tamil and English.
(9)Draughtsman (Electronics and
Communication)
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a Diploma in Electronics and
Communication Engineering.
(10)Technical Assistant (Electronics
and Communication)
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a Diploma in Electronics and
Communication Engineering.
(11) Horticulture Assistant (Garden
Supervisor)
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a Diploma in Horticulture.
Category-IV
(1) Electrician
(2) Wireman
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Assistant Electrician; or
Assistant Wireman; or Helper.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training
Institute (I.T.I) certifi cate in Electrical/Wireman
trade issued by the Government/ Government
recognized institutions; and
(2) Must possess “B” Certifi cate from Electrical
Licensing Board.
Category-V
(1) Assistant Electrician
(2) Assistant Wireman
(3) Helper
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training
Institute (I.T.I) certifi cate in Electrical/Wireman
trade issued by the Government/ Government
recognized institutions; and
(2) Must possess “H” Certifi cate from Electrical
Licensing Board.
(4) Machine Operator
By direct recruitment.
(1)Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) certifi cate in Electrical / Wireman Trade
issued by the Government/ Government
recognized institutions; and
(2) Must possess “B” Certifi cate from Electrical
Licensing Board.
(5) Generator Operator
(6) Winch Mechanic
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training
Institute (I.T.I) certifi cate in Mechanical Trade
issued by the Government/ Government
recognized institutions; and
(2) Must have experience of fi ve years in
Mechanical Field.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
(7) Winch Electrician
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training
Institute (I.T.I) certifi cate in Electrical Trade
issued by the Government/ Government
recognized Institutions; and
(2) Must possess “B” Certifi cate from Electrical
Licensing Board.
(8) Winch Driver
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training
Institute (I.T.I) certifi cate in Wireman/ Electrical
Trade issued by the Government/ Government
recognized Institutions; and
(2) Must possess “B” Certifi cate from Electrical
Licensing Board.
(9) Winch Kappalar (Trolley Guard)
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) certifi cate in Mechanical Trade issued
by the Government/ Government recognized
institutions.
(10) Plumber
(11) Pipe fi tter
(12) Pump operator
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training
Institute (I.T.I) Certifi cate in Plumber Trade
issued by the Government / Government
recognized institutions; and
(2) Must have experience of fi ve years in
relevant fi eld or two years Apprenticeship.
(13) Tracer
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) certifi cate in Civil Trade issued by
the Government/ Government recognized
Institutions.
(14) Painter
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil;
and
(2) Must have experience of 3 years in
painting.
(15) High Tension Operator
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training
Institute (I.T.I) Certifi cate in Electrical Trade
issued by the Government/Government
recognized institutions; and
(2) Must possess “B” Certifi cate from Electrical
Licensing Board.
(16) Reverse Osmosis Operator
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) Certifi cate in Mechanical Trade issued
by the Government / Government recognized
institutions.
(17) Fitter
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) Certifi cate in Mechanical or Fitter Trade
issued by the Government/ Government
recognized institutions.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
(18) Welder
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) Certifi cate in Welder Trade issued by
the Government/ Government recognized
institutions.
(19) Turner
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) Certifi cate in Turner Trade issued by
the Government/Government recognized
institutions.
(20) Foreman (Vehicle)
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a Diploma in Automobile or
Mechanical Engineering.
Category-VI
(1) Driver
By promotion from among the holders of
the post of Cleaner; (or) Record Clerk;
(or) Offi ce Assistant; (or) Conductor.
(1)Must possess Light Vehicle or Heavy
Vehicle Driving License issued by the
competent authority; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for fi rst Aid.
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in 8th Standard or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government;
(2) Must possess Light Vehicle or Heavy
Vehicle Driving License and First Aid
Certifi cate; and
(3) One year of driving experience.
Category-VII
(1) Conductor
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must have passed 8th Standard or its
equivalent recognized by the Government.
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for conductor
issued by Regional Transport Offi ce; and
(3) Must possess a certifi cate for fi rst Aid.
Category-VIII
(1) Van Cleaner (or) Vehicle Cleaner
By direct recruitment.
Must have passed 8th Standard or its
equivalent qualifi cations recognized by the
Government.
Provided that preference shall be given to
persons with knowledge of Motor Vehicle
mechanism.
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ANNEXURE - IV
CLASS I - SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
Group-D Medical Staff
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category - I
(1) Chief Doctor
By promotion from among the holders of
the post of Lady Doctor and Doctor (Eye
Specialist).
Must possess atleast fi ve years experience in the
feeder category.
Category - II
(1) Lady Doctor
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a degree in Bachelor of Medicine
and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S); and Diploma
in Gynaecology and Obstetrics(D.G.O).
(2) Doctor(Eye Specialist)
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a degree in Bachelor of Medicine
and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S); and Diploma
in Ophthalmology.
(3) Siddha Doctor
By direct recruitment.
Must possess a degree in Bachelor of Siddha
Medicine and Surgery (B.S.M.S.).
Category - III
(1) Siddha Vaidyar
By direct recruitment.
(1)A pass in Higher Secondary Examination; and
(2) Must possess registered Indian Medical
Practitioner Certifi cate (R.I.M.P).
Category - IV
(1) Nurse
By promotion from the post of Assistant
Nurse.
Category - V
(1)Assistant Nurse
By direct recruitment.
Must possess Auxiliary Nurse and Mid Wife
Certifi cate (or) Diploma in Nursing.
(2)Nursing Assistant
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in Higher Secondary Examination; and
(2)Must possess Health Worker Certifi cate.
(3)Compounder
By direct recruitment.
A Diploma in Pharmacy.
(4)Assistant to Compounder
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in 8th Standard or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government; and
(2)Must possess a certifi cate of training in pharmacy.
(5)Lab Technician
By direct recruitment.
A Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
(6)Optometry Assistant
By direct recruitment.
A Diploma in Optometry
(7)Sanitary Inspector
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in 8th Standard or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government ; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for having undergone
Sanitary Inspector Training course from Government
recognized institutions.
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
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ANNEXURE - V
CLASS I - SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
Group-E Education Staff
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category - I
(1) Principal
By promotion from the holders
of the post of Post Graduate
Teacher.
Must possess ten years experience as Post Graduate
Teacher.
Category - II
(1) Head Master
By promotion from the holders
of the post of Graduate Teacher.
Must possess ten years experience as Graduate
Teacher.
Category - III
(1)Post Graduate Teacher
By promotion from the holders
of the post of Graduate Teacher.
As applicable to the post of Post Graduate Teacher
in the Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary Educational
Service.
Category - IV
(1) Graduate Teacher
By promotion from the holders
of the post of Teacher.
As applicable to the post of Graduate Teacher given
in the Special Rules for the Tamil Nadu School
Educational Subordinate Service.
Category - V
(1) Teacher
By direct recruitment.
As per the Provisions under the Tamil Nadu
Recognised Private Schools (Regulation) Act, 1973
(Tamil Nadu Act 29 of 1974) and the rules thereunder
governing the appointment of teachers and other
employees in private schools.
Category - VI
(1) Lab Assistant
By direct recruitment.
As per the Provisions under the Tamil Nadu
Recognised Private Schools (Regulation) Act, 1973
(Tamil Nadu Act 29 of 1974) and the rules thereunder
governing the appointment of teachers and other
employees in private schools.
Category - VII
(1) Warden
By direct recruitment.
As per the Provisions governing the appointment
of wardens in Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Welfare
Subordinate Service Rules.
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
ANNEXURE-VI
CLASS - II NON SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
Group-A Outdoor Employees
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Manager
(2) Superintendent
(3) Head Clerk
(4) Accountant
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Assistant; or Senior
Grade Clerk; or Accountant Grade-II;
or Cashier.
Category-II
(1) Assistant
(2) Senior Grade Clerk
(3)Accountant Grade-II
(4) Cashier
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Junior Assistant; or
Clerk; or Collection Clerk; or Suit
Clerk; or Typist; or Computer Operator.
A pass in the following tests namely:-
(1)Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Act
and Rules;
(2) Account test for subordinate offi cers part-I.
Category-III
(1) Junior Assistant
(2) Clerk
(3) Collection Clerk
(4) Suit Clerk
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Offi ce Assistant; or
Record Clerk; or Salesman(Ticket).
A pass in SSLC or its equivalent qualification
recognized by the Government.
(5) Typist
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in SSLC or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government; and
(2) A pass in the Government Technical Examination
in Typewriting:
(i) Higher Grade in Tamil and English
(or)
(ii) Higher Grade in Tamil and Lower Grade in
English (or)
(iii) Higher Grade in English and Lower Grade in
Tamil.
Provided that if the candidates with qualifi cations
referred in item (i) are not available, candidates with
the qualifi cations referred to in item (ii) or (iii) in the
order of preference above may be appointed.
(3) A pass in the Certifi cate Course in Computer
Application and Offi ce Automation or equivalent
recognized by the Government.
(6) Computer Operator
By direct recruitment.
(1) Diploma in Computer Science issued by
Government / Government recognized Institutions.
(2) Knowledge in Typewriting Tamil and English.
Category-IV
(1) Salesmen(Ticket)
(2) Record Clerk
By promotion from the post of Offi ce
Assistant.
(1)A pass in SSLC or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government; and
(2) Must possess fi ve years of experience in the
feeder category post.
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
41
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-V
(1) Offi ce Assistant
By promotion from Watchman (Indoor
Employee) or Meikaval (Indoor
Employee) or Night Watchman (Indoor
Employee) or Chatram Watchman
(Indoor Employee) or Thope Watchman
(Indoor Employee).
A pass in 8th standard or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government.
By direct recruitment, if no qualifi ed
candidates are available in the feeder
category post.
Category-VI
(1) Electrician
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training Institute (I.T.I)
Certifi cate in Electrical Trade issued by Government/
Government recognized institutions.
(2) Must be a holder of ‘B’ certifi cate issued by the
Electrical Licensing Board.
Category-VII
(1) Gardener
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-VIII
(1) Plumber
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute
(I.T.I) Certifi cate in Plumber Trade issued by the
Government / Government recognized institutions.
Category-IX
(1) Driver
By promotion from the holders of the
post of Offi ce Assistant.
(1)Must possess Light Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle
Driving License issued by the competent authority;
and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for fi rst Aid.
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in 8th Standard or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government;
(2) Must possess Light Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle
Driving License and First Aid Certifi cate; and
(3) One year of driving experience.
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
ANNEXURE-VII
CLASS - II NON SENIOR GRADE TEMPLES
Group-B Indoor Employees
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Peshkar
(2) Maniam
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Junior Assistant; or
Clerk; or Collection Clerk; or Suit
Clerk; or Typist (outdoor Employee
of Non Senior Grade Temples); or
Store-keeper.
Must know the customary procedures in performing
festivals, rituals, poojas and to organise the supply
of provisions as per approved Dhittam.
Category-II
(1) Archakar Grade- I
By promotion from Archakar Grade II
Category-III
(1) Archakar Grade- II
(2) Gurukkal
By direct recruitment
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate of one year training
in the relevant fi eld in any of the Agama training
centre run by Religious Institutions or any other
Institutions.
Category-IV
(1) Poosari
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate of one year training
in the relevant fi eld in any of the Agama training
centre run by Religious Institutions or any other
Institutions.
Category-V
(1) Melam Set
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a Certifi cate in the relevant fi eld,
obtained from a music school run by Religious
Institutions or by the Government of Tamil Nadu or
an Institution recognised by the University Grants
Commission.
Category–VI
(1) Store Keeper
By direct recruitment.
Must have studied upto SSLC or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government.
(2) Paricharakar
(3) Suyambagi
(4) Sannathi Paricharagar
(5) Nagai Kanakku
(6) Sudhiyanam
(7) Thirumanchanam
(8) Desigar
(9) Panchagam
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must know to prepare Neivedyam and Prasadam
according to customs and usage prevailing in the
temple; and
(3) Must know the customary procedures to conduct
Pooja, and rituals.
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43
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category –VII
(1)Watchman
(2) Meikaval
(3) Night Watchman
(4) Chatram Watchman
(5) Thope Watchman
(6) Kattu Kavalar
(7) Maidanam Kavalar
(8) Prakaram Kavalar
(9) Ther Kavalar
(10) Pathani Kavalar
(11) Palingukal Paramarippalar
(12) Theerthanar
(13) Vilakkukar
(14) Kuthiraikaval
(15) Muttukarar
(16) Padagu Ottunar
(17) Thirumalai
(18) Sirpialar
(19) Deepam Niruthubavar
(20) Annavu
(21) Ulthurai Sevagar
(22) Sannathi
(23) Bazar hundial
(24) Veeti
(25) Bajanai Kuzhu
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category -VIII
(1) Othuvar
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for having undergone
three year course in the relevant fi eld issued by
Thevara padasalas run by Religious Institutions or
Government Institutions or any other Institutions.
Category -IX
(1) Adyabagam
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for having undergone
three years course in the relevant fi eld in an
Agama school or Vedha padasala run by Religious
Institutions or Government institutions or any other
Institutions.
Category -X
(1) Vedaparayanam
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate for having undergone
three years course in the relevant fi eld in an
Agama school or Vedha padasala run by Religious
Institutions or other Government Institutions or any
other Institutions.
(2) Maaraayam
By direct recruitment
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-XI
(1) Yaanai Paahan
By Promotion from the post of Udhavi
Yaanai Paahan
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess the capacity, ability, knowledge to
train, control, guide, command and speak language
for controlling the Elephant.
Category–XII
(1) Udhavi Yaanai Paahan
By Promotion from Assistant to
Yaanai Paahan.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess the capacity, ability, knowledge to
train, control, guide, command and speak language
for controlling the Elephant.
By direct recruitment, if no eligible
candidates are available in the feeder
category.
Category-XIII
(1) Assistant to Yaanai Paahan.
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XIV
(1) Maalaikatti
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must be able to prepare garlands for adorning
the deities for Pooja and Utsavams.
Category-XV
(1) Thiruchinnam
(2) Nattuvam
(3) Muttuvam
(4) Panchamuga Vadyam
(5) Sri Rudrakotti
(6) Padakar
(7) Dasa Nambi
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant fi eld
obtained from a music school run by Religious
Institutions or by the Government of Tamil Nadu or
an Institution recognised by the University Grants
Commission.
(8) Kaniyachi
(9) Mani Adi
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XVI
(1) Makkolam
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
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45
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category–XVII
(1) Thiruvalagu
(2 ) Sweeper
(3) Thoopu
(4) Thoorvai
(5) Srabakar
(6) Dharmasalai Thuppuravu
(7) Kovil Kooti
(8) Mattaiyan
(9) Velalar
(10) Chedi Suththi
(11) Deepa Virpanai
(12) Archanai Thattu Virpavar
(13) Kulukkubavar
(14) Mariam
(15) Devian
(16) Sarangi Panividai
(17) Ocham
(18) Attiam
(19) Kangani
(20) Neitheepa Kavalar
(21) Aguthar
(22) Thiruvadi
(23) Vasal Kooti
(24) Sumaithangi
(25) Thanneer Ootruthal
(26) Thennai Paramarippalar
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
ANNEXURE –VIII
CLASS III - INCORPORATED AND UNINCORPORATED DEVASWOMS
Group-A Outdoor Employees
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Superintendent
By promotion from the post of Assistant.
Category-II
(1) Supervisor (Civil)
By promotion from the post of
Supervisor (Civil) Grade-II.
Category-III
(1) Supervisor (Civil)
Grade II
By direct Recruitment.
Must possess Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Category-IV
(1) Assistant
By promotion from among the holders
of the post of Junior Assistant (or) Suit
Clerk (or) Typist.
A pass in the following tests namely:-
(1) Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Act
& Rules;
(2) Account Test for Subordinate Offi cers Part-I; and
(3) Tamil Nadu Government Offi ce Manual Test.
Category-V
(1) Junior Assistant
(2) Suit Clerk
By direct recruitment.
A pass in SSLC or its equivalent qualifi cation recognized
by the Government.
Category-VI
(1) Library Assistant
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in SSLC or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government; and
(2) Must possess a Diploma in Library Science.
Category-VII
(1) Maistry
By direct recruitment.
Must possess an Industrial Training Institute (I.T.I)
Certifi cate issued in Civil Trade by Government or
Government recognized Institutions.
Category-VIII
(1) Driver
(1) By promotion from among the
holders of the post of Record Clerk
(or); Offi ce Assistant.
(1)Must possess Light Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Driving
License issued by the Competent authority; and
(2)Must possess a Certifi cate for fi rst-aid.
(2)By direct recruitment.
(1)A pass in 8th Standard or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government.
(2)Must possess Light Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Driving
License and First Aid Certifi cate; and
(3) One year of driving experience.
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
47
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-IX
(1) Typist
By direct recruitment.
(1)A pass in SSLC or its equivalent qualification
recognized by the Government; and
(2)A pass in the Government Technical Examination
in Typewriting:
(i) Higher Grade in Tamil and English; (or)
(ii) Higher Grade in Tamil and Lower Grade in English;
(or)
(iii) Higher Grade in English and Lower Grade in Tamil.
Provided that if the candidates with qualifi cations
referred to in item (i) are not available, candidates with
the qualifi cations referred to in item (ii) and (iii) in the
order of preference above may be appointed .
(3)A pass in the Certificate Course in Computer
Application and Office Automation or equivalent
recognized by the Government.
Category-X
(1) Electrician
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess an Industrial Training Institute (I.T.I)
Certifi cate in Electrical Trade issued by Government/
Government recognized institutions.
(2) Must be a holder of ‘B’ certifi cate issued by the
Electrical Licensing Board.
Category-XI
(1) Record Clerk
By promotion from the post of Offi ce
Assistant.
Should have studied upto SSLC or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government.
Category-XII
(1) Offi ce Assistant
By direct recruitment.
A pass in 8th standard or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government.
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
ANNEXURE – IX
CLASS III - INCORPORATED AND UNINCORPORATED DEVASWOMS
Group-B Indoor Employees
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Major Shanthi (Kerala Agama Shanthis/
Sivachariar Shanthis)
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Kerala Agama Shanthis should possess a
Certifi cate from Senior Kerala Agama Thantris
of Kanyakumari major temples. Sivachariar
Shanthis should possess a Certifi cate from senior
Sivachariars.
Category-II
(1) Mel Shanthi (Kerala Agama Shanthis/
Sivachariar Shanthis)
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Kerala Agama Shanthis should possess a
Certifi cate from Senior Kerala Agama Thantris
of Kanyakumari major temples. Sivachariar
Shanthis should possess a Certifi cate from senior
Sivachariars.
Category-III
(1) Keel Shanthi (Kerala Agama Shanthis/
Sivachariar Shanthis)
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Kerala Agama Shanthis should possess a
Certifi cate from Senior Kerala Agama Thantris
of Kanyakumari major temples. Sivachariar
Shanthis should possess a Certifi cate from senior
Sivachariars.
Category-IV
(1) Minor Shanthi
(2) Petti Shanthi
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Kerala Agama Shanthis should possess a
Certifi cate from Senior Kerala Agama Thantris
of Kanyakumari major temples. Sivachariar
Shanthis should possess a Certifi cate from senior
Sivachariars.
Category-V
(1) Madappalli
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must know to prepare Neivedyam and Prasadam
according to customs and usage prevailing in the
temple.
Category-VI
(1) Thevaram
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a Certifi cate for having undergone
Three years course in “Panniru Thirumurai” issued
by a Thevara padasala run by Religious Institutions
or any other Institutions.
Category-VII
(1) Nathaswaram
(2) Thavil
(3) Panchavathiyam
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate in the relevant fi eld
obtained from a music school run by Religious
Institutions or any other institutions.
Category-VIII
(1) Vilakku Eduppu
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must know the preparation and usage of Vilakku.
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Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-IX
(1) Kavalar
(2) Thiru Nadai Kavalar
(3) Thotta Kavalar
(4) Brahmana Kavalar
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-X
(1) Kothan
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XI
(1) Paathiram Theippu
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XII
(1) Kazhagam
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XIII
(1) Maalaikattu
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must be able to prepare garlands for adorning
the deities for Pooja and Utsavams.
Category-XIV
(1) Thalam
(2) Miruthangam
(3) Shruthi
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must possess a Certifi cate in the relevant fi eld
obtained from a music school run by religious
institutions or by the Government.
Category-XV
(1) Miscellaneous (Pala Velai)
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XVI
(1) Kai Visthaaram
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must know the customary procedures in
performing festivals, rituals and poojas.
Category-XVII
(1) Parisaragam
(2) Thooram
(3) Thoopu
(4) Kulam Thoopu
(5) Thuppuravu
(6) Thali
(7) Salavai
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Category-XVIII
(1) Thupashi
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in 10th Standard or its equivalent
qualifi cation recognized by the Government; and
(2) Must possess the knowledge of Tamil, Malayalam
and English.
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
ANNEXURE-X
CLASS IV - ARCHAKA TRAINING INSTITUTE
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Head Master
By direct recruitment.
(1) A Master degree in Tamil and a B.T or B.Ed., degree;
(2) Must possess not less than fi ve years of service as
Tamil Teacher in any Higher Secondary School;
Preference shall be given those candidate who possess
Master degree in Philosophy, Religion and Culture.
Category-II
(1)Agama Teacher(Saivam)
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess not less than fi ve years experience as
Teacher in any one of the Veda Agama Padasalai (Saivam);
(or)
Must have experience as Senior Archakar for a period of
not less than fi ve years in any one of the temples under the
Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department.
(2) Must possess a certifi cate of four year course in the
existing Veda Agama Padasalai in Saiva Agamam.
(2)Agama Teacher (Vaishnavam)
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must possess not less than fi ve years experience
as Teacher in any one of the Veda Agama Padasalai
(Vaishnavam); (or)
Must possess experience as Senior Archakar for a period of
not less than fi ve years in any one of the temples under the
Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department.
(2) Must possess a certifi cate of four year course in the
existing Veda Agama Padasalai in Vaishnava Agamam.
Category-III
(1)Senior Grade Saiva Archagar
By promotion from the
post of Junior Grade Saiva
Archagar.
Must have experience as Junior Grade Saiva Archagar for
a period of not less than fi ve years.
Category-IV
(1)Junior Grade Saiva Archagar
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in 8th standard or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate of three year Archaga
Course from the Archaga Training Institute run by religious
institutions.
Category-V
(1) Senior Grade Bhattachari
By promotion from Junior
Grade Bhattachari.
Must have experience as Junior Grade Bhattachari for a
period of not less than fi ve years.
Category-VI
(1) Junior Grade Bhattachari
By direct recruitment.
(1) A pass in 8th standard or its equivalent qualifi cation
recognized by the Government; and
(2) Must possess a certifi cate of three year Archaga Course
from the Archaga Training Institute run by the religious
institutions.
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ANNEXURE-XI
CLASS V - ANNADHANAM SCHEME
Category
(1)
Method of Appointment
(2)
Qualifi cations
(3)
Category-I
(1) Cook
By Promotion from the holders
of the post of Assistant Cook.
Must have worked as Assistant Cook for 3 years.
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must have experience of 3 years in preparing food for
50 people or more.
Category-II
(1) Assistant Cook
By direct recruitment.
(1) Must be able to read and write in Tamil; and
(2) Must know to prepare food.
Category-III
(1) Cleaner
By direct recruitment.
Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
ANNEXURE XII
DEPARTMENT TESTS TO BE PASSED WITHIN THE PERIOD OF PROBATION FOR VARIOUS CATEGORIES OF
EMPLOYEES OF RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS
Sl.
No.
Post
Type of Institution
Tests to be passed
(1)
Junior Assistant / Clerk –cum–Surveyor / Store Keeper /
Suit Clerk /Collection Clerk / Chathiram Keeper / Junior
Clerk / Ticket Sales Clerk / Register Clerk / Inai- uba
Kovil Clerk / Typist
Senior grade temples –
Outdoor Employees
Tamil Nadu
Government Offi ce
Manual Test
(2)
Junior Assistant /Suit Clerk / Typist
Incorporated and Unincor-
porated Devaswoms –
Outdoor Employees
(3)
Junior Assistant/ Clerk/ Collection Clerk/Suit Clerk / Typist
Non Senior Grade Temples
- Outdoor Employees
(4)
Assistant Engineer (Electrical) / Junior Engineer(Electrical)
/ Technical Assistant (Electrical) / Assistant Engineer
(Civil) / Junior Engineer (Civil)/ Supervisor / Building
Supervisor/ Technical Assistant (Civil) / Draughtsman /
Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) / Supervisor (Mechanical)
/ Computer Engineer / Draughtsman (Electronics and
Communication) / Technical Assistant (Electronics and
Communication)
Senior grade temples –
Technical Staff
Account Test for
Public Works
Department Offi cers
and Subordinate
Offi cers Part-I and
Part-II
(5)
Supervisor (Civil) /
Supervisor (Civil) Grade II
Incorporated and Unincorpo-
rated Devaswoms –
Outdoor Employees
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TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY
ANNEXURE XIII
CERTIFICATE OF PHYSICAL FITNESS
(This form is to be used by every candidate who is required to produce a certifi cate of physical fi tness. It must be signed
by a Medical Offi cer of rank not lower than that of an Assistant Civil Surgeon employed under the Tamil Nadu Government
or by an Honorary Assistant Civil Surgeon and Physician appointed by the Tamil Nadu Government to a Government Medical
Institution.)
Note.—A candidate who resides outside the Tamil Nadu State and who is unable to produce the certifi cate from medical
offi cer employed in the Tamil Nadu State may produce it from a medical offi cer of the corresponding rank outside the
Tamil Nadu State. Such certifi cate should contain the following particulars:—
(i) The State under which the medical offi cer is employed and the name of the institution in which he is employed and
his rank;
(ii) The register number of the certifying medical offi cer in the register in which his name has been registered; and
(iii) The offi cial stamp or seal of his Institution in which the certifying medical offi cer is employed. The certifi cate so
produced will be subject to acceptance after scrutiny by the Director of Medical Services, Tamil Nadu.
Name and Rank of offi cer granting the certifi cate :
Name:
Rank:
I do hereby certify that I have examined (Full name) Thiru/Tmt./Selvi---------------------a candidate for employment in Arulmighu
------------- as--------------- and cannot discover that he has any disease, communicable or otherwise, constitutional affl iction or
bodily infi rmity except that his weight is in excess of/ below -------------------------------------------- the standard prescribed, or except.
I do not consider this is a disqualifi cation for the employment he/she seeks.
His/Her age is according to his own statement-------------------------- years and by appearance --------years
I also certify that he/she has marks of smallpox vaccination
His/Her vision is normal.
Hearing is normal, defective (much or slight).
Personal marks
1:
(At least two)
2:
Station:
Signature:
Date:
Rank:
Designation:
The candidate must make the statement required below prior to his medical examination and must sign the declaration
appended thereto. His attention is specially directed to the warning contained in the note below:—
1.
State your name in full
..
2.
State your age and birth place
..
3. (a)
Have you ever had smallpox, intermittent or any
other fever enlargement or suppuration of glands,
spitting of blood, asthma, infl ammation of lungs,
heart disease, fainting, attacks, rheumatism,
appendicitis?
..
or
..
(b)
any other disease or accident requiring confi nement
to bed and medical or surgical treatment?
..
or
..
(c)
suffered from any illness, wound or injuries
sustained while on active service with his Majesty’s
Force during the war.
..
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4.
When were you last vaccinated?
..
5.
Have you or any of your near relations been
affl icted with consumption, scrofula, gout, asthma,
fi ts, epilepsy or insanity?
..
6.
Have you suff ered from any form of nervousness
due to over work or any other cause?
..
7.
Furnish the following particulars concerning your
family:—
..
Father’s age( if living) and
state of health
Father’s age at the time of
death and cause of death
Number of brothers living, their
ages and state of health.
Number of brothers dead,
their ages at the time of
death and cause of death
Mother’s age( if living) and
state of health
Mother’s age at the time of
death and cause of death
Number of sisters living, their
ages and state of health.
Number of sisters dead, their
ages at the time of death and
cause of death
I declare all the above answers to be, to the best of my belief, true and correct.
Candidate’s signature.
Note.—
The Candidate will be held responsible for the accuracy of the above statement. By wilfully suppressing any information
he will incur the risk of losing the appointment and, if appointed of forfeiting all claims to superannuation allowance or gratuity
VIKRAM KAPUR,
Additional Chief Secretary to Government.
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ON BEHALF OF THE GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU