The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Jalpaiguri, under the Government of West Bengal, has announced a major recruitment drive for the financial year 2025–26. This recruitment is being conducted on a contractual/temporary basis for various programs including the National Health Mission (NHM), National AYUSH Mission (NAM), National AIDS Control Programme, and XVFC-HG Programme.
Important Dates
- Notification Released: November 6, 2025
- Starting Date to Apply Online: November 11, 2025 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: November 25, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Application Fee
The official notification mentions that there is no application fee required for this recruitment. Candidates are advised to check the official website for updates before applying.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 67 years (varies by post)
- Relaxations: As per Government of West Bengal norms
Vacancy Details
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Number of Posts | Essential Qualification | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Audiologist & Speech Therapist (RBSK-DEIC) | 1 (UR) | Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology / B.Sc (Speech & Hearing) from RCI-recognized institution | Max 40 yrs | ₹25,000/- (Consolidated) | DEIC Unit, Jalpaiguri |
| 2 | Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (FRU) | 1 (UR) | MBBS + PG/DNB/Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics; Registered under WBMС; Candidate must be WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 67 yrs | ₹65,000/- for PG Diploma / ₹70,000/- for PG Degree (Consolidated) | Any Health Facility under CMOH, Jalpaiguri |
| 3 | Multi-Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE) | 2 | Bachelor degree in Physiotherapy + at least 2 yrs hospital experience; Master’s desirable | 21-40 yrs | ₹18,000/- (Consolidated) | Any RH of Jalpaiguri District |
| 4 | Navyatak Sahayika (Child Health-SNCU) | 1 (SC) | Unmarried woman or widow residing within 3 km of proposed SNCU; Class X pass; proficiency in Bengali; capable of 8-12 hrs work & neonatal care training | 18-40 yrs | ₹8,000/- (Consolidated) | Dhupguri Sub-Divisional Hospital / RH of Jalpaiguri District |
| 5 | Cook cum Caretaker (Child Health-NRC) | 1 (SC) | Higher Secondary pass; must know all types of cooking; permanent WB resident | 20-40 yrs | [Not specified exact] | Maynaguri NRC of Jalpaiguri District |
| 6 | Senior Treatment Supervisor (STS) – NTEP | 1 (OBC-A) | Graduate in science; computer skills (MS Word/Excel); permanent two-wheeler licence + ability to ride; permanent WB resident with local language proficiency | 21-40 yrs | ₹26,000/- (Consolidated) | CMOH Office, Jalpaiguri |
| 7 | STLS (NTEP) | 1 (ST) | As above (Graduate + computer + driving licence) | 21-40 yrs | ₹25,000/- (Consolidated) | CMOH Office, Jalpaiguri |
| 8 | TB HV (NTEP) (Group C) | 4 (SC-2, ST-1, EWS-1) | Graduate in Science + DMLT OR BMLT; permanent two-wheeler licence; computer skills; WB resident with local language proficiency | 19-40 yrs | ₹21,000/- (Consolidated) | Any Health Facility under CMOH, Jalpaiguri |
| 9 | District PMDT & TB HIV Coordinator (NTEP) | 1 (ST) | Graduate in Science + minimum one year experience as MPW/LHV/ANM/Health Worker; computer certificate (2 months); WB resident with language proficiency | 21-40 yrs | ₹22,000/- (Consolidated) | Any Health Facility under CMOH, Jalpaiguri |
| 10 | Laboratory Technician (NTEP) | 1 (UR) | 10+2 (PCB) + Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) from Govt. approved Institution | 21-40 yrs | ₹22,000/- (Consolidated) | Any Health Facility under CMOH, Jalpaiguri |
| 11 | Medical Officer (HCP) | 1 (UR) | MBBS recognized by WB Medical Council/MCI + Compulsory 1-year internship; WBMC registration; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 67 yrs | ₹60,000/- (Consolidated) | Thalassaemia Unit, JGMCH, Jalpaiguri |
| 12 | Laboratory Technician (HCP) | 1 (EWS) | 10+2 (PCB) + 2-year Diploma in DMLT/DLT/BMLT | Max 60 yrs | ₹21,000/- (Consolidated) | Thalassaemia Unit, JGMCH |
| 13 | Laboratory Technician (NPCDCS) | 1 (UR) | 10+2 (PCB/Math/Bio) + DMLT (2 yrs) or DLT; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 60 yrs | ₹21,000/- (Consolidated) | Any NCD Clinic in Jalpaiguri District |
| 14 | Counsellor (Male) (RKSK) | 2 (UR) | Graduate in Psychology/Social Work/Sociology/Anthropology/Human Development; MS/Office desirable | 21-40 yrs | ₹22,000/- (Consolidated) | Any Health Facility under CMOH, Jalpaiguri |
| 15 | Counsellor (ICTC) | 1 (EWS) | Graduate as above OR PLHIV with Graduate; 3 yrs experience after grad in counselling OR if PLHIV then 1 yr; computer literate | 21-40 yrs | ₹21,000/- (Consolidated) | Any Health Facility under CMOH, Jalpaiguri |
| 16 | Laboratory Technician (ICTC) | 2 (UR) | B.Sc in Medical Lab Technology (BMLT)/BMLS OR DMLT/DMLS (2 yrs) + experience | 21-40 yrs | ₹21,000/- (Consolidated) | Any Health Facility under CMOH, Jalpaiguri |
| 17 | Laboratory Technician (BPHU-XVFC-HG) | 1 (OBC-B) | 10+2 (PCB/Math/Bio) + DMLT OR DLT; WB resident with local language proficiency | 19-40 yrs | ₹22,000/- (Consolidated) | BPHU, Oodlabari RH, Mal Block, Jalpaiguri |
| 18 | Counsellor (XVFC-HG) | 1 (ST) | Graduate in Social Science; good interpersonal & computer skills; local language (Bengali) fluency; 2 yrs health/social sector experience | 21-40 yrs | ₹20,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic UPHC-I under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 19 | Block Public Health Manager (BPHU-XVFC-HG) | 1 (ST) | B.Sc Life Science + Post-Grad/PG Diploma in Management; advanced MS-Office; WB resident with local language proficiency | 21-40 yrs | ₹35,000/- (Consolidated) | Sulkapara RH, Nagrakata Block, Jalpaiguri |
| 20 | Specialist Medical Officer (Medicine) (XVFC-HG) | 2 (UR-1 & SC-1) | MBBS + PG/DNB/Diploma in Medicine; Registered under WBMC; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 67 yrs | ₹60,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic of UPHCs under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 21 | Specialist Medical Officer (Paediatrics) (XVFC-HG) | 1 (SC) | MBBS + PG/DNB in Paediatric Medicine; WBMC registration; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 67 yrs | ₹60,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic of UPHCs under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 22 | Specialist Medical Officer (Gynaecology & Obstetrics) (XVFC-HG) | 1 (SC) | MBBS + PG/DNB/Diploma in G&O; WBMC registration; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 67 yrs | ₹60,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic of UPHCs under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 23 | Specialist Medical Officer (Ophthalmologist) (XVFC-HG) | 2 (UR-1 & SC-1) | MBBS + PG/DNB/Diploma in Ophthalmology; WBMC registration; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 67 yrs | ₹60,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic of UPHCs under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 24 | Medical Officer (XVFC-HG) | 4 [UR-1, UR(PwBD)-1, OBC-B-1, UR-1] | MBBS recognized by MCI/NMC + Compulsory 1-year internship; Registered under WBMC; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 67 yrs | ₹60,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic of UPHCs under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 25 | Staff Nurse (XVFC-HG) | 4 [UR, OBC(B), UR(PwBDBlindness/Low Vision)-1, SC-1] | GNM or B.Sc Nursing registered with West Bengal Nursing Council; WB resident with local language proficiency | 21-40 yrs | ₹25,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic of UPHCs under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 26 | Community Health Assistant Urban (CHA) (XVFC-HG) | 6 | ANM or GNM from recognized institute + registration; female candidates only; WB resident of district; proficiency in Bengali | 21-40 yrs | ₹13,000/- (Consolidated) | Polyclinic of UPHCs under Jalpaiguri Municipality |
| 27 | Yoga Instructor (Female) (AYUSH) | 6 [ST-2, OBC(B)-2, UR-1, UR(Ex Servicemen Group C)-1] | Secondary/Madhyamik pass + Certificate/Diploma in Yoga (WBCYN) + Registered with WBCYN; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 40 yrs | ₹5,000/- per month (20 sessions @ ₹250 each) | Any AYUSH HWCs under NAM in Jalpaiguri District |
| 28 | Molecular Biologist (RTPCR) | 1 (UR) | Post-Graduate Degree or Diploma in Molecular Biology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry; Experience in RT-PCR preferred; WB resident with local language proficiency | Max 40 yrs | ₹40,000/- (Consolidated) | RT-PCR Lab, JGMCH, Jalpaigur |
Total Vacancies: 53
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by post. Here are some key educational qualifications required:
- Medical Officers / Specialists: MBBS with Postgraduate Degree / Diploma / DNB in relevant field; must be registered under WBMC.
- Audiologist & Speech Therapist: Bachelor’s in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology / B.Sc. (Speech & Hearing) from RCI-recognized institutions.
- Rehabilitation Worker: Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy with 2 years’ hospital experience.
- Laboratory Technician: DMLT / BMLT / equivalent qualification from a government-recognized institute.
- Counsellor: Graduate or Postgraduate in Psychology / Social Work / Sociology / Nursing with relevant experience.
- Community Health Assistant (Urban): ANM/GNM from an INC-recognized institute.
- Yoga Instructor: Madhyamik with Diploma/Certificate in Yoga from WBCYN.
- Molecular Biologist: Postgraduate in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry.
Note: Candidates must be permanent residents of West Bengal and have proficiency in the local language (Bengali).
Selection Process
Selection will be based on academic qualification, work experience, written test, computer test, and interview, depending on the post.
Some posts will follow a 100-mark evaluation system, while others will have 50-mark criteria that include:
- Academic qualification marks (proportionate)
- Experience marks
- Computer test
- Interview performance
How to Apply
Candidates must follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website.
- Click on “Recruitment 2025–26” under the latest notifications.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the required personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, photo, and signature.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for reference.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must apply online only; no other mode of application will be accepted.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be summarily rejected.
- Selection will be done as per Government of West Bengal norms.
- Candidates are advised to regularly check the website for updates regarding admit card and results.
Quick Overview
| Organization | District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Jalpaiguri |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Year | 2025–26 |
| Type of Employment | Contractual / Temporary |
| Total Posts | Multiple |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 11 November 2025 |
| Closing Date | 25 November 2025 |
