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A big government job opportunity has opened in West Bengal’s Birbhum district. The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Birbhum, has invited online applications for 47 contractual posts under the National Health Mission (NHM), with pay going up to Rs 60,000 a month for Medical Officers.
Online applications opened on 6 November 2026. Registration and fee payment close at midnight on 25 November 2026, while the final submission of the filled form closes at midnight on 27 November 2026. The application fee is just Rs 100 for General candidates and Rs 50 for reserved categories.
Birbhum NHM Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Recruiting body | District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Birbhum (NHM), Suri, West Bengal |
| Advertisement number | DHFWS-II/HR-2026/774 |
| Notification date | 5 November 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 47 posts across 9 roles |
| Nature of engagement | Contractual, under the National Health Mission |
| Pay | Rs 13,000 – Rs 60,000 per month (post-wise) |
| Application mode | Online |
| Applications open | 6 November 2026 (from 11 am) |
| Last date — registration + fee | 25 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Last date — full submission | 27 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Application fee | General Rs 100, reserved categories Rs 50 |
| Official website | wbhealth.gov.in |
Which Posts Are Open? Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Posts | Age limit | Pay per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE) | 6 | 21–40 years | Rs 18,000 |
| Staff Nurse (NUHM/15th FC) | 12 | 21–40 years | Rs 25,000 |
| Community Health Assistant (U-HWC/NUHM) | 10 | 21–40 years | Rs 13,000 |
| Senior Treatment Laboratory Supervisor — STLS (NTEP) | 1 | 21–40 years | Rs 25,000 |
| TBHV (NTEP) | 1 | 21–40 years | Rs 18,000 |
| Medical Officer GDMO (NHM) — FRU | 4 | 21–40 years | Rs 60,000 |
| Medical Officer GDMO (RKSK) | 3 | 21–40 years | Rs 60,000 |
| Medical Officer GDMO (NUHM/15th FC) | 8 | 21–40 years | Rs 60,000 |
| Block Programme Coordinator (ASHA) | 2 | Maximum 40 years | Rs 15,000 + Rs 1,800 mobility support |
| Total | 47 |
Age is counted as on 1 January 2026. Reserved categories get age relaxation as per norms.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility in Detail
- Medical Officer GDMO (all three categories): MBBS from any medical college.
- Staff Nurse: GNM training from an institute recognised by the Indian Nursing Council / West Bengal Nursing Council, with registration under the West Bengal Nursing Council (registration certificate or provisional certificate).
- Community Health Assistant: ANM or GNM course from an Indian Nursing Council-recognised institute, registered with WBNC, proficient in Bengali. Female candidates only, and must be a permanent resident of Birbhum district.
- Multi Rehabilitation Worker: Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy, with at least 2 years of working experience in a hospital. A Master’s degree in Physiotherapy is desirable.
- STLS: Graduate with DMLT or BMLT from a government-recognised institution, a permanent two-wheeler driving licence and ability to drive a two-wheeler, and working knowledge of computer programmes including MS Word and Excel. At least one year of experience in any National Health Programme is preferred.
- TBHV: Graduate in Science, with a minimum of 1 completed year of experience as MPW/LHV/ANM/Health Worker, plus a certificate course in computer operations (minimum two months).
- Block Programme Coordinator (ASHA): Master’s degree in Social Science / Sociology / Social Anthropology / Social Work (MSW) / Business Administration (MBA) / Economics / Rural Development / Mass Communication or a graduate degree in any discipline, plus a one-year diploma in computer application. Must be a permanent resident of Birbhum district; at least 2 years of experience in health projects is desirable.
Other conditions: Candidates must be permanent residents of West Bengal with knowledge of local languages. Caste/disability certificates are accepted only from competent authorities of West Bengal, issued on or before the last date.
How Will Candidates Be Selected?
Selection is by shortlisting on academic qualification (and experience where stated), followed by an interview, computer test or written test as specified for each post. Merit is drawn up on a scale of scoring.
- Multi Rehabilitation Worker: paper verification followed by an interview (50 marks).
- Staff Nurse: academics 80 marks plus up to 20 marks for experience.
- Community Health Assistant: merit by percentage in the ANM or GNM examination.
- TBHV and STLS: 1:20 shortlisting on academics and experience, then a practical computer test.
- Medical Officer GDMO: MBBS 85 marks and interview 15 marks.
- Block Programme Coordinator: document scrutiny, then academic result, experience, written test and computer skill test.
Interview and document-verification dates have not been announced yet — they will be published on wbhealth.gov.in and birbhum.nic.in.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website www.wbhealth.gov.in and open the ‘On-line Recruitment’ link.
- Register online by midnight of 25 November 2026 and keep the application ID and registration number safe.
- Pay the fee online through net banking or credit/debit card by midnight of 25 November 2026 — do not pay more than once.
- After successful payment, return to the link and complete the final submission with the application ID by midnight of 27 November 2026.
- Upload a proper signature and photograph.
- Download the print copy of the form from hr.wbhealth.gov.in and keep it for document verification — do not send it by post.
Documents Required
- Print copy of the online registration form
- Original testimonials for verification
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate from a competent authority of West Bengal
- Staff Nurse: WBNC registration certificate or provisional certificate
- Community Health Assistant: proof of permanent residence attested by a Gazetted Officer or Group A officer
Important Dates
| Notification issued | 5 November 2026 |
| Online applications open | 6 November 2026 (11 am) |
| Last date — registration | 25 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Last date — fee payment | 25 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Last date — full submission | 27 November 2026 (midnight) |
Important Links
| Official notification PDF | Download the notification PDF |
| Apply online | wbhealth.gov.in (via the ‘On-line Recruitment’ link) |
| Official website | www.wbhealth.gov.in |
| Birbhum district official website | birbhum.nic.in |
Next Action
Apply online through the ‘On-line Recruitment’ link on https://www.wbhealth.gov.in before midnight on 25 November 2026 for registration and fee payment, and complete the final submission by 27 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are there in Birbhum NHM Recruitment 2026?
There are 47 vacancies — 6 Multi Rehabilitation Worker, 12 Staff Nurse, 10 Community Health Assistant, 1 STLS, 1 TBHV, 15 Medical Officer GDMO (4 FRU + 3 RKSK + 8 NUHM) and 2 Block Programme Coordinator.
2. What is the last date to apply for Birbhum NHM Recruitment 2026?
Registration and fee payment close on 25 November 2026, while the final submission of the form closes on 27 November 2026. Applications opened on 6 November 2026.
3. What is the application fee?
Rs 100 for General candidates and Rs 50 for reserved categories. Payment is online only (net banking / credit / debit card).
4. Which post carries the highest salary?
Medical Officer GDMO — all three categories (15 posts in total) — pays Rs 60,000 a month consolidated. Staff Nurses get Rs 25,000 and Community Health Assistants Rs 13,000 a month.
5. Is this a permanent job?
No. All 47 posts are purely contractual under the National Health Mission. The panel of selected candidates stays valid for up to 1 year from the date of approval of the panel.
6. What is the special condition for the Community Health Assistant post?
It is open to female candidates only. The candidate must be a permanent resident of Birbhum district, proficient in Bengali, and hold an ANM or GNM qualification with WBNC registration.
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Sources: DHFWS Birbhum official notification, Advertisement No. DHFWS-II/HR-2026/774, dated 5 November 2026 (wbhealth.gov.in / hr.wbhealth.gov.in). Candidates should verify every detail in the official notification before applying.
