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The District Health & Family Welfare Office, Dharwad, under Zilla Panchayat Dharwad in Karnataka, has invited online applications for 22 contractual vacancies under the National Health Mission (NHM). The vacancies cover Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, X-Ray Technician, Programme Coordinator, Microbiologist and Programme Manager.
The important thing for applicants is the deadline — applications close on 15 November 2026, just two days away. Applications are accepted online only, and original document verification for eligible candidates is scheduled for 17 and 18 November 2026.
Another health department recruitment is also open — Diamond Harbour Health District is hiring for 18 posts, with applications open until 23 November. Also see JSHPS Recruitment 2026: 637 posts, pay up to Rs 1 lakh.
Key Details at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | District Health & Family Welfare Office, Dharwad (Zilla Panchayat, Dharwad), Karnataka |
| Total vacancies | 22 posts |
| Posts | Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Programme Coordinator, X-Ray Technician, Lab Technician, Microbiologist, Programme Manager |
| Employment type | Contractual, under NHM |
| Mode of application | Online only — dharwad.nic.in |
| Notification date | 5 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 15 November 2026 |
| Document verification | 17–18 November 2026 |
| Advertisement number | NO/NHM/DWD/REC/2026-27 |
How Many Vacancies Are There for Each Post?
The 22 vacancies are spread across seven post entries. Staff Nurse has the largest share with 7 posts, followed by Pharmacist with 5 posts.
| Sl. No. | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Staff Nurse | 7 |
| 2 | Pharmacist | 5 |
| 3 | Programme Coordinator | 3 |
| 4 | X-Ray Technician | 3 |
| 5 | Lab Technician | 2 |
| 6 | Microbiologist | 1 |
| 7 | Programme Manager | 1 |
| Total | 22 |
Who Can Apply? Eligibility
- Candidates with relevant educational qualifications and professional backgrounds in healthcare, pharmacy, laboratory technology, microbiology and public health administration can apply.
- The qualification level reported for these posts is Graduate, B.Pharma and B.Sc — but the exact qualification, experience and conditions differ by post.
- Read the official notification for the post-wise eligibility, experience and age criteria — that is the final and authoritative source.
Pay and Age Limit
These are contractual posts under NHM, not regular government jobs.
The post-wise pay, contract tenure and age limit are given in the official notification. Read the notification on dharwad.nic.in before applying.
How Will Candidates Be Selected?
The main stage of selection is verification of original documents of eligible candidates, scheduled from 17 November 2026 to 18 November 2026.
- A list of eligible candidates will be published on the official website after applications close.
- Keep your educational certificates, professional registration documents (where applicable), identity proof and other records ready for verification.
- Check the official notification for the complete post-wise selection process.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official Dharwad district website at dharwad.nic.in.
- Open the Recruitment section.
- Find the notification titled “Application for Contractual Basis Recruitments in DHO Office, Dharwad”.
- Select the relevant post and open its application link.
- Read the eligibility requirements and instructions carefully.
- Complete and submit the online form before 15 November 2026.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application safe.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN or Passport)
- Educational certificates and marksheets
- Professional registration certificate, where applicable (for example, nursing or pharmacy)
- Experience certificate, where applicable
- Caste or category certificate, if applicable
- Proof of age and address
Points to Note
- The last date to apply is 15 November 2026 — do not wait for the final day, as the portal may slow down near the deadline.
- The post-wise pay, age limit and application fee have not been officially confirmed in the published summaries. Check them in the official notification and read it before applying.
- Document verification is on 17–18 November 2026 — keep your original documents ready for those dates.
- Apply only through the official website dharwad.nic.in — do not trust any other link or agent.
Important Links
- Official Website: https://dharwad.nic.in/
- Recruitment Section (official notice and application links): https://dharwad.nic.in/en/notice_category/recruitment/
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are there in Dharwad Health Department Recruitment 2026?
A total of 22 contractual vacancies have been announced across seven post entries — Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Programme Coordinator, X-Ray Technician, Lab Technician, Microbiologist and Programme Manager.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online applications is 15 November 2026.
3. Which post has the most vacancies?
Staff Nurse has the most, with 7 posts, followed by Pharmacist with 5 posts.
4. Is this a permanent government job?
No, these are contractual posts under the National Health Mission (NHM).
5. When is document verification scheduled?
Original document verification for eligible candidates is scheduled for 17 and 18 November 2026.
6. Where can candidates apply?
Through the Recruitment section of the official website dharwad.nic.in — the notice is titled “Application for Contractual Basis Recruitments in DHO Office, Dharwad”.
Next Action: Read the official notification on dharwad.nic.in, then submit your online application before 15 November 2026.
Sources: District Health & Family Welfare Office, Dharwad (dharwad.nic.in); Advertisement No. NO/NHM/DWD/REC/2026-27, dated 05/11/2026. Read the official notification before applying.
