The Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB) of Tamil Nadu has announced a recruitment notification for the position of Prosthetic Craftsman. A total of 36 vacancies are available for this role. Eligible candidates with a Diploma in Prosthetics and Orthotics can apply online through the MRB official website: mrb.tn.gov.in.
Vacancy Details :
Total Vacancies: 36
Post Name: Prosthetic Craftsman
Eligibility Criteria & Education Qualification :
Educational Qualification:
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Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (12th standard) and obtained a two-year Diploma in Prosthetics and Orthotics awarded by the Directorate of Technical Education or its equivalent from any institution recognized by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Age Limit:
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 59 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
CERTIFICATE OF PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Candidates provisionally selected for appointment to the posts will be required to produce a certificate of physical fitness including Vision Certificate inthe prescribed form.
Application Fee:
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SC/SCA/ST/DAP(PH): ₹300
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Others: ₹600
Online Payment (Net Banking, Credit card/Debit card/Mobile Wallet) :
- For payment of fee through the online payment gateway, i.e. Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit card and Mobile Wallet Payment, an additional page of the application form will be displayed, wherein candidates may follow the instructions and fill in the requisite details to remit payment.
- After submitting the payment information in the online application form, please wait for the intimation from the server, DO NOT press Back or Refresh button, in order to avoid double charge.
- If the online transaction has been successfully completed a final Registration Number and Password will be generated. Candidates should note the same for future reference.
Selection Process:
The selection will be based on the marks obtained in the academic qualifications. The evaluation will consider:
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SSLC Marks: 20
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12th Standard Marks: 30
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Diploma Marks: 50
How to Apply:
- Candidates should apply only through online in the Board‟s Website www.mrb.tn.gov.in.
- Before applying, the candidates should keep a scanned image of their colour photograph and scanned image of their signature. (Preferably stored in a CD/DVD/Pen drive as per their convenience).
- A valid e-mail ID and Mobile Number is mandatory for registration and email ID and the given mobile number should be kept active till the declaration of results. MSRB will send intimation regarding certificate verification, other Messages etc. only through the registered e-mail ID.
- The candidates shall register their mobile number in the application to receive SMSs. All communications from the MRB will be through e-mail and SMS to the candidate’s registered primary mobile number/registered email only.
- Please note that all the particulars mentioned in the online application including Name of the Candidate, Post Applied, Communal Category, Date of birth, Address, Email ID, etc. will be considered as final and no modifications will be allowed after the last date specified for applying online. Candidates are requested to fill in the online application form with utmost care as no correspondence regarding change of details will be entertained.
ON-LINE REGISTRATION:
- a. Interested and eligible candidates are to visit the Medical Services RecruitmentBoard‟s website www.mrb.tn.gov.in and familiarize themselves with the detailed notification.
- b. On the Home Page, click “Online Registration” to open up the On-Line Application Form.
- c. Select the name of the post of Prosthetic Craftsman.
- d. All the required particulars be entered without skipping any field. Page 7 of 35 3333
- e. Mobile number and e-mail are mandatory; you are also requested to provide alternate secondary Mobile No., All communication from MRB will be sent only to the registered primary mobile number by SMS and to the registered e-mail only and by no othermeans.
- f. Candidates are required to upload their scanned copy of colour photograph and scanned copy of signature as per the specifications given in the Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Photograph and Signature. An online application is incomplete without the Photograph, Signature upload.
- g. The candidates need to apply only in online mode. They shall not send copies of certificates / printed application to MRB. In the online application, candidates need to furnish the details such as: Community Certificate number; Issuing Authority; Date of issue, in support of the claims made with regard to community failing which the application will not be considered.
- h. Evidence for all the claims made in the online application should be uploaded at the time of submission of online application. Any subsequent claim made after submission of online application will not be entertained. Failure to upload the documents at the time of submission of online application will entail rejection of application after due process.
- i. Incomplete applications and applications containing wrong claims or incorrect particulars relating to category of reservation / eligibility / age / gender / communal category / educational qualification / medium of instruction / physical qualification other basic qualifications and other basic eligibility criteria will be summarily rejected after due process.
- j. Candidates need to verify their eligibility for the post before submitting their online application. If a candidate furnished wrong information, action will be Page 8 of 35 3333 taken by MRB to debar such candidate from the future exams/recruitment, apart from other legal actions.
- k. Please read the instructions on “How to Apply On-line” in Annexure-1.
Important Dates:
Application Start Date: 04 April 2025
Application End Date: 25 April 2025
Important Links:
Important Note :
Candidates are advised in their own interest to apply on-line and remit fee much before the closing date and not to wait till the last date to avoid lastminute internet connectivity issues.
MSRB will not be responsible for delayed submission or remitting of payment.
Under no circumstances, a candidate should share/mention e-mail ID or Mobile Number with any other person. In case a candidate does not have a valid personal e-mail ID, they should create a new e-mail ID before applying on-line and must maintain that email account.
No modification in fee payment through on-line mode is permitted.
Candidates should carefully fill in the details in the On-Line Application at the appropriate places and click on the “SUBMIT” button at the end of the On-Line Application format. Before pressing the “SUBMIT” button, candidates are advised to verify each and every particular filled in their application. The name of the candidate or his /her father/husband‟s name etc. should be recorded correctly in the application as it appears in the certificates. Any change/alteration found may disqualify the candidature.
Any clarification regarding on-line registration may be obtained from the Help Desk Phone No. 022 62507750 between 09.30 am to 05.30 pm from Monday to Friday and 09.30 am to 12.30 pm on Saturday.
FAQ :
1. What is the application period for the Prosthetic Craftsman position?
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The online application window is open from 04 April 2025 to 25 April 2025.
2. How can I apply for the Prosthetic Craftsman position?
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Interested candidates should apply exclusively through the MRB's official website: mrb.tn.gov.in.
3. What is the educational qualification required for this position?
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Candidates must have:
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Passed the Higher Secondary Examination (12th standard).
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Completed a two-year Diploma in Prosthetics and Orthotics recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education or its equivalent.
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4. What are the age requirements for applicants?
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Minimum Age:
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18 years.
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**Maximum Age:
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59 years as of 01 July 2025.
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Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
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5. What is the application fee structure?
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SC/SCA/ST/DAP(PH):
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₹300.
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Others (BC, BC Muslims, MBC/DC, UR):
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₹600.
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6. How will candidates be selected for the Prosthetic Craftsman position?
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Selection is based on academic qualifications, with marks allocated as follows:
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SSLC Marks:
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20 marks.
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12th Standard Marks:
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30 marks.
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Diploma Marks:
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50 marks.
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7. Where can I find the official notification and detailed guidelines?
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The official notification is available on the MRB's website: mrb.tn.gov.in.
8. Is there any need to send a physical copy of the application or documents?
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No, candidates are not required to send any physical copies of the application or documents. All applications are to be submitted online.
9. Whom should I contact for further inquiries?
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For assistance, candidates can contact the MRB helpdesk at the toll-free number: 1800 419 2929.