Tamil Nadu State Rural Livelihoods Mission (TNSRLM) is inviting applications from eligible female candidates for the positions of State Resource Persons (SRPs), District Resource Persons (DRPs), and Block Resource Persons (BRPs) under the PRI-CBO Convergence Universalization – Phase II programme, now expanded to 15 new districts across Tamil Nadu. A total of 181 BRP positions are available, along with SRP and DRP posts. The last date to apply – by post or in person – is 29 June 2026. Applications must be submitted to the Project Director, District Mission Management Unit (DMMU), TNSRLM, of the respective district.
TNSRLM Resource Person Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
This table captures all the critical details a candidate needs before applying for TNSRLM SRP, DRP, and BRP posts under PRI-CBO Phase II. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility against each post separately, as qualifications and experience requirements differ across the three positions.
TNSRLM Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the TNSRLM Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download TNSRLM Job 2026 Notification PDF
Important Dates – TNSRLM PRI-CBO Phase II Recruitment 2026
The only hard deadline candidates need to track for this recruitment is the application submission date. TNSRLM has clearly stated that applications received after the due date will not be entertained under any circumstances, making timely submission critical.
Vacancy Breakdown – Post-wise and District Coverage
TNSRLM’s PRI-CBO Phase II expansion covers 15 districts and requires three tiers of resource persons. The SRPs are empanelled at the rate of one per every three districts, DRPs are assigned one per district, and BRPs are assigned at the block level. The 15 districts covered are: Ariyalur, Chengalpattu, Cuddalore, Kancheepuram, Krishnagiri, Madurai, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Namakkal, Sivagangai, Tenkasi, Tiruvallur, Tiruvannamalai, Tiruvarur, and Villupuram.
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Eligibility Criteria – Post-wise Qualification, Age & Experience
Eligibility requirements vary significantly across the three positions. Candidates wondering which post they qualify for should compare their educational background and years of experience carefully against each tier. All three posts are open to female candidates only, with preference given to SHG (Self Help Group) members.
State Resource Person (SRP)
District Resource Person (DRP)
Block Resource Person (BRP)
Honorarium / Salary – Post-wise Monthly Pay Details
These are contractual engagement positions with honorarium-based compensation, not regular government salary posts. The monthly anticipated honorarium varies by post and is calculated on the basis of days engaged. Travel allowance (TA) is paid separately per day, and actual 2nd class train or government bus fare is reimbursed for trainings conducted at SMMU, Chennai.
Note: The above are maximum anticipated amounts for up to 25 days of engagement per month. Training honorarium applies for up to 10 days; Monitoring / Documentation / Review / ToT honorarium applies for 10 to 15 days. Actual payout is based on actual days engaged.
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Roles and Responsibilities – What Will You Do?
Each tier of resource person carries a distinct set of responsibilities aligned with their level in the PRI-CBO Phase II programme. Understanding these duties before applying helps candidates assess whether their experience genuinely matches what the role demands on a day-to-day basis.
SRP – Key Responsibilities
- Conduct training for DRPs and BRPs on PRI-CBO Convergence at SIRD, RIRDs, or other designated institutions
- Provide continuous handholding to DRPs and BRPs, especially in resolving field-level challenges and conflicts
- Coordinate with DRPs across assigned districts and observe district-level training sessions for quality assurance
- Review monthly action plans and progress reports prepared by DRPs and ensure alignment with project timelines
- Monitor project activities across three assigned districts and troubleshoot implementation bottlenecks in coordination with SMMU
- Support DRPs in coordinating with District Panchayats and District Mission Management Units (DMMUs)
- Identify, document, and share monthly best practices and success stories from the field
- Prepare and submit monthly action plans and progress reports to the State Mission Management Unit (SMMU)
- Attend ToT sessions, review meetings, exposure visits, and capacity-building workshops as required
- Undertake any other PRI-CBO Convergence assignments directed by CEO, TNSRLM / MD, TNCDW
DRP – Key Responsibilities
- Support BRPs in conducting training at the Village Panchayat level
- Provide continuous handholding and field-level troubleshooting support to BRPs
- Monitor project activities in assigned blocks and ensure alignment with timelines
- Attend residential and non-residential training programmes at SIRD, RIRD, or other institutions
- Review BRPs’ monthly action plans and reports and submit consolidated reports to DMMU and SRP
- Support BRPs in coordinating with Block Panchayats and Block Mission Management Units (BMMUs)
- Document and share monthly best practices and case studies from the field
BRP – Key Responsibilities
- Conduct Training Needs Assessment (TNA) for IBCB, P&C, and PRI-CBO convergence universalization
- Strictly follow the training calendar and prepare training content as per ToT training at the district
- Conduct training at Block and Panchayat levels and draw schedules to strengthen B, C, D graded CBOs
- Provide guidance, handholding, and nurturing support to BMMU-level mission staff and community cadres
- Guide CBO members and office-bearers towards self-sustainability and self-reliance
- Submit travel plans to Project Director approval on the 5th of every month
- Identify and document best practices and case studies under IB-CB, FI, Gender/FNHW/SISD/PRI-CBO
Selection Process – How SRPs, DRPs, and BRPs Are Selected
TNSRLM follows a structured, marks-based selection process that differs between the state/district-level posts and the block-level posts. Candidates should prepare for both a written test and a practical/interview component – the selection is competitive and tests both knowledge and teaching ability.
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Selection Process for SRP and DRP
Selection Process for BRP
How to Apply – TNSRLM SRP DRP BRP 2026
Unlike most government recruitment processes, the TNSRLM PRI-CBO Phase II application must be submitted physically – either by post or in person – to the Project Director of the DMMU in the district the candidate is applying for. There is no online application portal for this recruitment. Applications reaching after 29 June 2026 will not be considered.
- Identify the district you wish to apply for from the 15 notified districts
- Prepare your application with all relevant personal, educational, and experience details
- Attach self-attested copies of all supporting documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, SHG membership proof if applicable, age proof, and caste certificate if applicable)
- Address the application envelope clearly to the Project Director, District Mission Management Unit (TNSRLM) of the respective district
- Submit the application either by post or in person at the DMMU address before 29 June 2026
- Ensure the application reaches the DMMU on or before the due date – no extensions will be granted
District-wise DMMU Address List – Where to Submit Your Application
Applications must be submitted to the Project Director of the DMMU in the specific district the candidate is applying for. All 15 DMMU addresses notified by TNSRLM are listed below. Candidates applying for multiple districts must submit separate applications to each DMMU individually.
- Ariyalur: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Collectorate Complex, Ariyalur – 621 704
- Chengalpattu: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), New Collectorate Office (Near Govt. ITI), 2nd Floor, A Block, Room 2-07, Vedanarayanapuram, GST Road, Vembakkam Post, Chengalpattu – 603 111
- Cuddalore: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Poomalai Vaniga Valagam, First Floor, Opposite BSNL Telephone Office, Nellikuppam Main Road, Cuddalore – 607 001
- Kancheepuram: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Collectorate Complex, Kancheepuram Collectorate, Kancheepuram – 631 501
- Krishnagiri: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Room No. 11, Integrated RD&PR Office Complex, Collectorate East Side, Krishnagiri – 635 001
- Madurai: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Near Reserve Line Bus Stop, New Natham Road, Madurai – 625 014
- Mayiladuthurai: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Collectorate Campus, Manimanthal, Mayiladuthurai – 609 305
- Nagapattinam: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), DRDA Building Ground Floor, Collectorate, Nagapattinam – 611 001
- Namakkal: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Collectorate Complex, II Floor, Namakkal – 637 003
- Sivagangai: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Integrated DRD Building, Collectorate Complex, Sivagangai – 630 561
- Tenkasi: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Tamilnadu Consumer Goods Godown, Railnagar, Collectorate Campus, Near Tenkasi New Bus Stand, Tenkasi – 627 811
- Tiruvallur: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Integrated Rural Development & Panchayat Raj Office Campus, Ground Floor, Thiruvallur – 602 001
- Tiruvannamalai: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Integrated Rural Development, District Collectorate Campus, Vengikkal – 606 604, Tiruvannamalai District
- Tiruvarur: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), DRDA Building, Ground Floor, Collectorate Complex, Thiruvarur – 610 004
- Villupuram: Project Director, DMMU (TNSRLM), Integrated Rural Development & Panchayat Raj Building, Master Plan Complex, Villupuram – 605 602
Common Mistakes to Avoid – TNSRLM Application 2026
Many candidates lose their chance at these positions due to avoidable errors at the application stage. Since this is a physical application process with no online correction window, any mistake made before submission is difficult to undo. Here are the most critical pitfalls to watch out for.
- Applying to the wrong DMMU: Each application must go to the DMMU of the district you are applying for. Sending it to any other district office – even the SMMU – will result in rejection.
- Missing the 29 June 2026 deadline: TNSRLM has explicitly stated that late applications will not be entertained. Post your application at least 4-5 days early to account for postal delays.
- Mismatching qualification type: BRP requires an UG degree; SRP and DRP require a PG degree. Applying for SRP or DRP with only an UG qualification is an automatic disqualification.
- Ignoring experience requirements: SRP needs 10 years, DRP needs 4 years, and BRP needs 3 years of relevant experience. Applying without adequate documented experience will lead to rejection at the selection stage.
- Applying without SHG proof: While SHG membership is stated as preferred (not mandatory), attaching proof of SHG membership if available gives a clear advantage during the interview round.
- Incomplete application: An application without supporting documents (educational certificates, experience letters, age proof, caste certificate if applicable) is incomplete and will not be considered.
- Not addressing the envelope properly: The envelope must clearly state the post applied for and the district, so the DMMU can route it correctly on arrival.
- Applying for a district outside the Phase II list: Only the 15 notified districts are part of this phase. Applying for any other Tamil Nadu district will not be processed.
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Important Links – TNSRLM PRI-CBO Phase II Recruitment 2026
Candidates should refer to the official TNSRLM channels for any updates, clarifications, or changes to the notification. The table below lists all verified links and contact points from the official notification.