District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Dakshin Dinajpur Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for Multiple Health Posts

The Government of West Bengal has announced a new employment opportunity through the District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Dakshin Dinajpur, for the financial year 2025–26. The district health authority will engage various categories of employees on a purely contractual or sessional basis under the National Health Mission (NHM) and the 15th Finance Commission (XV FC). The recruitment aims to strengthen healthcare services across the district by appointing qualified professionals in multiple roles such as doctors, nurses, specialists, psychologists, and health managers. Applications are invited from eligible candidates through the online portal only.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 14 November 2025 (from 12:01 AM)
• Last Date for Online Application: 30 November 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
• Registration Period: 14 November 2025 to 29 November 2025
• Fee Payment Period: 14 November 2025 to 29 November 2025
• Contract Period: Up to 31 March 2026 (renewable based on performance)

Total Vacancies

There are 37 vacancies available under this recruitment drive. The distribution of posts is as follows:

Application Fees

• General Category: ₹100/-
• Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC): ₹50/-
• Fees must be paid online at the time of application.
• The fee once paid is non-refundable.

Eligibility Criteria and Salary Scale

Below is a detailed description of each post, including educational qualifications, age limits, and salary:

1. Clinical Psychologist (NMHP)

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹30,000/- per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • Recognized qualification in Clinical Psychology approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India
    OR
  • Post Graduation in Psychology or Clinical Psychology or Applied Psychology and M.Phil in Clinical Psychology or Medical & Social Psychology (two-year full-time course with supervised clinical training) recognized by UGC and RCI.
• Experience: Minimum one year from any recognized institution.
• Residency: Must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.

2. Community Nurse (NMHP)

• Vacancies: 1
• Salary: ₹30,000/- per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • GNM from an institute recognized by the Nursing Council of India or West Bengal Nursing Council with one month recognized psychiatric nursing training.
• Experience: Minimum one year preferred.

3. Community Health Assistant (Urban) – NUHM

• Vacancies: 3
• Salary: ₹13,000/- per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • Passed ANM or GNM course from an institute recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and registered with the West Bengal Nursing Council.
• Other Criteria:
  • Must be proficient in Bengali.
  • Must be a permanent resident of Dakshin Dinajpur district.

4. Facility Level Quality Manager (FLQM)

• Vacancies: 1
• Salary: ₹35,000/- per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • MBBS/Dental/AYUSH/Nursing/Life Science/Social Science graduate with a Master’s in Hospital Administration or Health Management.
  • One-year experience in Public Health or Hospital Administration.
• Skills Required:
  • Computer literacy, fluency in English, good communication skills, and understanding of government health programs.
• Preference: Candidates with experience in healthcare quality management.

5. Community Health Assistant (Urban) – XV FC

• Vacancies: 6
• Salary: ₹13,000/- per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • ANM or GNM from an institute recognized by the Indian Nursing Council, registered with the West Bengal Nursing Council.
  • Must be proficient in Bengali and a resident of Dakshin Dinajpur.

6. Medical Officer (NUHM)

• Vacancies: 8
• Salary: ₹60,000/- per month
• Age Limit: Not more than 67 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • MBBS degree recognized by MCI/NMC with completion of compulsory rotatory internship.
  • Must be registered under the West Bengal Medical Council.
• Preference: Candidates with higher qualifications in the medical field.

7. Staff Nurse (XV FC)

• Vacancies: 3
• Salary: ₹25,000/- per month
• Age Limit: Not more than 40 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • GNM from an institute recognized by the Indian Nursing Council.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak Bengali.

8. Block Public Health Manager

• Vacancies: 5
• Salary: ₹35,000/- per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • B.Sc. in Life Science with Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Management.
  • Proficiency in advanced MS Office.
• Desirable:
  • M.Sc. in Life Science.
  • Experience in Public Health will be given preference.

9. Specialist (Medicine)

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹3,000/- per day (minimum 3 hours per day, thrice a week)
• Age Limit: Up to 67 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • MBBS with Post Graduate Degree/DNB in Medicine and registration under the West Bengal Medical Council.

10. Specialist (Paediatrics)

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹3,000/- per day (3 hours per day, thrice a week)
• Age Limit: Up to 67 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • MBBS with Post Graduate Degree/DNB/Diploma in Paediatrics and registration under the West Bengal Medical Council.

11. Specialist (Gynaecology & Obstetrics)

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹3,000/- per day (3 hours per day, thrice a week)
• Age Limit: Up to 67 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • MBBS with Post Graduate Degree/DNB/Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics and registration under the West Bengal Medical Council.

12. Specialist (Ophthalmology)

• Vacancies: 2
• Salary: ₹3,000/- per day (3 hours per day, twice a week)
• Age Limit: Up to 67 years as on 01.04.2025
• Qualification:
  • MBBS with Post Graduate Degree/DNB/Diploma in Ophthalmology and registration under the West Bengal Medical Council.

Selection Process

The selection process will include one or more of the following stages depending on the post applied for:

1. Written Examination:
   • For certain posts such as Facility Level Quality Manager, the written test will consist of 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on reasoning, numerical ability, computer knowledge, public health, and general awareness.
   • Duration of the test: 60 minutes.
   • Negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer.
2. Computer Skill Test:
   • For managerial and administrative positions, candidates will be tested on MS Office, Internet Applications, and general computer proficiency.
3. Interview:
   • Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview to assess communication, confidence, and subject knowledge.
4. Academic and Experience-Based Evaluation:
   • For other posts, marks will be allotted based on educational qualifications, experience, and interview performance.

How to Apply

• Applications must be submitted online only within the specified dates.
• Candidates must register, fill all required details, upload scanned copies of photographs and signatures (JPEG format, 20–30 KB), and make the online payment.
• Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
• No hard copy or offline submission will be accepted.
• Candidates should retain the printed copy of the online application form for future document verification.

Important Instructions

1. Candidates must be permanent residents of West Bengal.
2. Only applications submitted online will be considered valid.
3. All qualifications and experience should be completed on or before 14 November 2025.
4. Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit separate applications for each.
5. The engagement is purely contractual and valid up to 31 March 2026, subject to renewal.
6. Upper age relaxation will be applicable as per government norms.
7. Incomplete, false, or mismatched documents will result in disqualification.
8. No TA/DA will be provided for attending written tests or interviews.
9. The recruitment authority reserves the right to cancel or modify the process at any stage.
10. Applicants should regularly check the official website for updates regarding exam dates, interview schedules, and result announcements.