Thumbnail: Viksit Haryana | Diamond Harbour Health District Recruitment 2026, 18 posts, last date 23 November 2026
The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DH&FWS) of Diamond Harbour Health District in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, has opened applications for 18 contractual posts under the National Health Mission (NHM) and the 15th Finance Commission (XV-FC) Health Grant. The vacancies cover Staff Nurse, Block Data Manager, Senior TB Laboratory Supervisor and five other roles, with monthly pay ranging from Rs 13,000 to Rs 25,000.
The best part for applicants is that most posts are filled on the basis of qualifying-exam marks rather than a written test, and the application fee is only Rs 100. Registration and fee payment close on 23 November 2026, while the complete form can be submitted until midnight on 25 November 2026.
Key Details at a Glance
| Recruiting body | District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DH&FWS), Diamond Harbour Health District |
| Total vacancies | 18 posts |
| Posts | Staff Nurse, Block Data Manager, STLS, TBHV, Multi-Rehabilitation Worker, Community Health Assistant |
| Monthly pay | Rs 13,000 – Rs 25,000 |
| Mode of application | Online only — hr.wbhealth.gov.in |
| Last date for registration | 23 November 2026 |
| Last date for final submission | 25 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Notice number | DH&FWS/DHHD/1816/2026-27, dated 06/11/2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There for Each Post?
The 18 vacancies are spread across eight post entries. Multi-Rehabilitation Worker has the largest share with 7 posts, followed by Block Data Manager with 5 posts across two funding years.
| Sl. No. | Post (Programme) | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior TB Laboratory Supervisor — STLS (NTEP) | 1 | Rs 25,000 |
| 2 | Staff Nurse (XV-FC 2021-22) | 2 | Rs 25,000 |
| 3 | Block Data Manager (XV-FC 2022-23) | 2 | Rs 22,000 |
| 4 | Block Data Manager (XV-FC 2023-24) | 3 | Rs 22,000 |
| 5 | TB Health Visitor — TBHV (NTEP) | 1 | Rs 18,000 |
| 6 | Multi-Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE) | 7 | Rs 18,000 |
| 7 | Community Health Assistant, Urban (NUHM) | 1 | Rs 13,000 |
| 8 | Community Health Assistant, Urban (XV-FC 2021-22) | 1 | Rs 13,000 |
| Total | 18 |
Who Can Apply? Eligibility
- STLS: A BMLT degree and a permanent two-wheeler driving licence are essential. Preference goes to candidates with a DMLT, one year in a national health programme and working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel.
- Staff Nurse: GNM or B.Sc Nursing from an institute recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, with compulsory registration with the West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC).
- Block Data Manager: A graduate degree plus a one-year Diploma in Computer Application. Experience is mandatory — 3 years in the government sector or 5 years in the private sector, in data recording and analysis.
- TBHV: A Science graduate with a computer course of at least two months, plus one year of experience as a Multi-Purpose Worker (MPW), Lady Health Visitor (LHV), ANM or Health Worker. The posting is at Kakdwip Sub-Divisional Hospital.
- Multi-Rehabilitation Worker: A Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) and two years of hospital experience. A Master’s in Physiotherapy (MPT) is desirable.
- Community Health Assistant (Urban): Women only. ANM or GNM with WBNC registration, proficiency in Bengali and permanent residence in Diamond Harbour Health District are required.
As a general rule, applicants must be permanent residents of West Bengal and proficient in Bengali.
What Is the Age Limit?
Age is counted as on 1 January 2026. For most posts the age limit is 21 to 40 years. For Staff Nurse the maximum age is 40 years (no minimum age is stated in the notice). Age relaxation applies as per government norms — check the official notification for the exact relaxation for each reserved category.
How Much Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs 100 |
| Reserved categories | Rs 50 |
The fee is payable online only and is non-refundable.
How Will Candidates Be Selected?
Selection differs by post — there is no single common written examination.
- Staff Nurse and Community Health Assistant: On the marks scored in the GNM or ANM examination (100 marks).
- Block Data Manager: Class X (5 marks) + Class XII (10 marks) + Graduation (15 marks) + Computer Test (70 marks). At least 50% in the computer test (35 out of 70) is compulsory.
- Multi-Rehabilitation Worker: Qualification (35 marks) + Experience (10 marks) + Interview (5 marks).
- STLS and TBHV: On academic marks, experience and a computer test.
Shortlisted candidates will face original document verification. A mismatch between the form and the certificates can lead to cancellation of candidature.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official advertisement on wbhealth.gov.in and confirm your post.
- Open the recruitment portal at hr.wbhealth.gov.in.
- Register with your basic details and a working email ID.
- Fill in your personal, educational, category and experience details carefully.
- Upload your recent photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (Rs 100 for UR, Rs 50 for reserved categories).
- Complete registration and payment by 23 November 2026.
- Submit the full form before midnight on 25 November 2026 and keep the application printout safe.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN or Passport)
- Proof of residential address and age proof
- Madhyamik and higher marksheets
- Graduation and professional certificates
- ANM or GNM registration certificate, where applicable
- Caste or category certificate, if applicable (issued by the competent authority in West Bengal)
- Computer course certificate, where required
- Experience certificates — these must show the post name, employer name, your name, joining date and leaving date (appointment letters alone are not accepted)
- Driving licence (STLS only)
Points to Note
- These are contractual posts under NHM, not regular state government jobs. Check the official notification for the contract tenure and renewal terms.
- There are two different last dates — 23 November for registration and fee payment, and 25 November for the complete form. Treat 23 November as your real last date, because the portal may slow down near the deadline.
- Experience counts only after you obtained the essential qualification.
- The dates for document verification and selection have not been officially announced yet. Check the official portal for updates.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: hr.wbhealth.gov.in (West Bengal Health Department HR portal)
- Apply Online: https://hr.wbhealth.gov.in/
- Official Website: https://www.wbhealth.gov.in/
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many vacancies are there in Diamond Harbour Health District Recruitment 2026?
A total of 18 contractual vacancies have been announced across eight post entries — Staff Nurse, Block Data Manager, STLS, TBHV, Multi-Rehabilitation Worker and Community Health Assistant. - What is the last date to apply?
Registration and fee payment close on 23 November 2026, while the complete form can be submitted until midnight on 25 November 2026. - Which post carries the highest salary?
STLS and Staff Nurse pay Rs 25,000 a month. Block Data Manager pays Rs 22,000, TBHV and Multi-Rehabilitation Worker Rs 18,000, and Community Health Assistant Rs 13,000 a month. - Is there a written examination for this recruitment?
There is no single common written examination. Staff Nurse and Community Health Assistant are selected on qualifying-exam marks, Block Data Manager faces a computer test, and Multi-Rehabilitation Worker faces an interview. - What is the application fee?
Rs 100 for Unreserved candidates and Rs 50 for reserved categories, payable online only.
Next Action: Read the official notification on wbhealth.gov.in, then register on hr.wbhealth.gov.in before 23 November 2026.
Sources: West Bengal Health Department (wbhealth.gov.in) and its HR portal (hr.wbhealth.gov.in); Notice No. DH&FWS/DHHD/1816/2026-27, dated 06/11/2026. Read the official notification before applying.
