📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Quick Facts – IHM Chennai Accountant Recruitment 2026
- Recruiting Body: Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Chennai (Autonomous Body under Ministry of Tourism, Government of India)
- Advertisement No: Not Stated
- Total Vacancies: 01 (One) – Unreserved
- Post Name: Accountant
- Employment Nature: Deputation (Temporary – Initially 2 years, extendable by 1 additional year subject to Board of Governors clearance)
- Application Mode: Offline (Duly filled application form to be sent by post to the Principal)
- Last Date to Apply: 26 October 2026 (within 30 days from date of publication in Employment News)
- Interview Date: As per Schedule
- Venue for Interview: Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, IV Cross Street, C.I.T. Campus, Tharamani P.O., Chennai – 600 113
- Application Fee: Nil
- Official Website: ihmchennai.org
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Category | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accountant | 01 | Unreserved (UR) | Not exceeding 56 years as on 25 October 2026 | Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 (7th CPC Level-6) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Accountant (Deputation)
- Educational Qualification: Graduate in Commerce from a recognized university.
- Experience (Option A): 05 years of experience in a commercial or educational institution or Government office.
- Experience (Option B): SAS Accountant with 02 years of experience in establishment matters.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Computers.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 56 years as on 25 October 2026.
Eligible Departments for Deputation
Officers holding analogous posts through deputation from the following sources are eligible:
- Offices of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India
- Comptroller General of Accounts (CGA) offices
- Central Government offices under eligible services
- National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), Noida
- Officers from any Central or State Institute of Hotel Management
- Food Craft Institutes
- Other Autonomous Bodies and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
Period of Deputation: Initially 02 years, extendable up to one additional year subject to the clearance of the Board of Governors, IHM Chennai.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Selection Method: Personal Interview of eligible and shortlisted candidates.
- Screening: Applications will be screened for eligibility as per the applicable Recruitment Rules of IHM Chennai and Government of India instructions. Only candidates meeting the deputation criteria and forwarded through proper channel will be considered.
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing for the personal interview.
- The Institute reserves the right to withdraw, cancel, or modify this Employment Notification in accordance with applicable rules.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must submit the following documents along with the duly filled prescribed application form:
- Prescribed Application Form downloaded from www.ihmchennai.org, duly filled in.
- Self-attested testimonials of proof of educational qualifications and other relevant qualifications.
- Age Proof (Matriculation Certificate or Birth Certificate).
- APARs / ACR for the last five years duly attested by the Competent Authority.
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- Integrity Certificate from the parent department or office.
- Application must be forwarded through proper channel by the parent department or office.
- Certificate from parent department or office confirming that the official will be relieved within the stipulated period in the event of selection.
- Two recent passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
Important Instructions:
- Applications received after the prescribed last date or not forwarded through proper channel are liable to be rejected.
- The applicant should be eligible for appointment on deputation as per applicable Recruitment Rules and Government of India instructions as amended from time to time.
- Send the completed application to: The Principal, Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, IV Cross Street, C.I.T. Campus, Tharamani P.O., Chennai – 600 113.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for IHM Chennai Accountant Deputation Recruitment?
The last date to submit the application is 26 October 2026, which is within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News (26 September – 2 October 2026).
2. How to apply for the Accountant post at IHM Chennai?
Eligible candidates must download the prescribed application form from www.ihmchennai.org, fill it in, attach all required self-attested documents, and send it through proper channel to The Principal, IHM Chennai at the address: IV Cross Street, C.I.T. Campus, Tharamani P.O., Chennai – 600 113.
3. What is the salary for the Accountant post at IHM Chennai?
The Accountant post carries a pay scale under 7th CPC Level-6, ranging from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month.
4. What is the deputation period for this recruitment?
The deputation is initially for a period of 02 years, which can be extended up to one additional year subject to the clearance of the Board of Governors, IHM Chennai.
5. Is there any application fee for IHM Chennai Accountant Deputation Recruitment?
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification. Candidates may apply without any fee.
6. What is the selection process for IHM Chennai Accountant Recruitment?
The selection will be based on a Personal Interview. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview. Applications will be screened for eligibility as per the applicable Recruitment Rules before being shortlisted for the interview.