Krishnanagar, November 18, 2025 – The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DH&FWS), Nadia, has set the stage for a transformative career opportunity for healthcare professionals across West Bengal. In one of the most significant recruitment announcements of the year, the department has unveiled a massive drive to fill over 700 vacant positions across various national health missions. This initiative aims to strengthen the public health infrastructure of Nadia district by infusing fresh talent into roles ranging from specialized doctors to community health warriors.
If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for serving the community, this is your clarion call. These purely contractual positions offer a chance to be at the forefront of healthcare delivery, working within esteemed programmes like the National Health Mission (NHM), National Urban Health Mission (NUHM), and the National AYUSH Mission.
Application Timeline: Mark Your Calendar
The application window is structured in phases. Missing a deadline could mean missing your opportunity.
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration | 1:00 PM, 28th November 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | Midnight, 12th December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | Midnight, 14th December 2025 |
| Final Submission of Forms | Midnight, 16th December 2025 |
Application Fee: A Crucial Step
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the designated payment gateway.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹ 100/- |
| Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | ₹ 50/- |
| Reserved candidate applying for an UR post | ₹ 100/- |
Vacancy Breakdown: Find Your Niche
With a diverse portfolio of roles, this recruitment caters to a wide spectrum of qualifications. Here is a snapshot of the key vacancies. (Note: This is a consolidated summary; please refer to the official notification for a complete, post-wise category breakdown).
| Mission/Programme | Post Name | Number of Vacancies (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| National Health Mission (NHM) | Community Health Officer (CHO) | 311 |
| National Health Mission (NHM) | Medical Officer, Lab Technician, Staff Nurse, etc. | 50+ |
| National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) | Medical Officer, Staff Nurse, Community Health Assistant | 60+ |
| XV-Finance Commission | Medical Officer, Staff Nurse (UHWC) | 88 |
| NUHM Polyclinics | Specialist Medical Officer (Part-Time) | 60 |
| W.B. State AIDS Control Society | Medical Officer, Counsellor, Staff Nurse | 5 |
| National AYUSH Mission | AYUSH Doctor, Yoga Instructor, MPW | 20+ |
| Public Health & Others | Block Manager, Epidemiologist, DEIC Specialists | 40+ |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | ~700 |
Eligibility Criteria: The Gateway to Application
Before applying, ensure you meet these non-negotiable criteria.
- Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
- Language: Must have proficiency in the local language (Bengali).
- Age Limit: The upper age limit is calculated as on 1st October 2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of West Bengal norms.
- Existing NHM Staff: A special age relaxation of 5 years is provided for existing NHM employees applying for the same post.
- Qualifications: All essential educational qualifications and mandatory registrations (e.g., with WBMC, WBNC, AYUSH Councils) must have been completed on or before 28th November 2025.
- Experience: Calculated after obtaining the essential qualification. Experience certificates must clearly mention the post held, employer’s name, dates of joining/leaving. An appointment letter alone is not considered valid experience.
Pay Scale: Your Financial Reward
These positions offer competitive and fixed monthly remuneration, with some roles including additional incentives.
| Post Name | Consolidated Monthly Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer / Senior Medical Officer | 60,000 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Part-Time) | 3,000 per day (3 days/week) |
| Community Health Officer (CHO) | 20,000 + up to 5,000 incentive |
| Staff Nurse | 25,000 |
| Counsellor / Public Health Manager | 20,000 – 35,000 |
| Lab Technician / Ophthalmic Assistant | 18,000 – 22,000 |
| Community Health Assistant / Multi-Purpose Worker | 13,000 – 15,000 |
| Yoga Instructor (Female) | 5,000 |
| Yoga Instructor (Male) | 8,000 |
| Attendant / Navyatak Sahayika | 5,000 – 8,000 |
The Selection Process: How You Will Be Chosen
The path to selection is tailored to the specific demands of each role. It is not a one-size-fits-all process.
- For AYUSH Doctors: Merit-based, with 85% weightage on your final BAMS/BHMS marks and 15% on relevant experience.
- For Multi-Purpose Workers: Based on degree marks (75%), a computer test (15%), and experience (10%).
- For WBSAP&CS Posts (e.g., Counsellor, Data Manager): A three-tier process comprising a Written Exam (70 marks), Computer Test (10 marks), and Interview (20 marks).
- For Community Health Officers (Path B & C): Selection for GNM/BAMS candidates is followed by a mandatory 6-month CPCH training with a stipend. A service bond is required.
- For Yoga Instructors: Evaluation based on secondary exam marks, yoga course marks, a practical demonstration, and an interview.
- Document Verification: All selection stages are followed by a mandatory physical verification of original documents. Any discrepancy will lead to cancellation.
The Application Process: Your Step-by-Step Guide
The application process is exclusively online. Follow these steps meticulously to ensure your application is accepted.
- Visit the Portal: Go to the official website: wbhealth.gov.in/online recruitment.
- Registration: Click on the advertisement and start with “Post/Category”. Fill in the initial data and press “Save”. You will receive a unique Application ID (xxxxxx). Note this down carefully for all future correspondence.
- Fee Payment: Proceed to pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
- Complete the Form: After payment, fill in all the required details in the prescribed fields. All fields with a red asterisk (*) must be filled in.
- Upload Documents: Upload your recent colour photograph and signature in .jpeg format. Each file must be between 20 KB to 30 KB in size.
- Final Review & Printout: Review your entire application carefully. Once satisfied, submit it and take a printout of the final submitted form for your records and future document verification.
