The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Uttar Dinajpur, under the National Health Mission (NHM), National Urban Health Mission (NUHM), and XV-FC scheme, has announced recruitment for various contractual positions across multiple health institutions. This opportunity is open to skilled candidates across medical, paramedical, and administrative sectors to serve the healthcare needs of the district.
The recruitment covers medical officers, nurses, lab technicians, dental hygienists, nutritionists, social workers, and community health assistants. All appointments are contractual, initially valid until 31st March 2026, with the possibility of extension based on performance and departmental requirements.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 27th November 2025 |
| Online Registration Ends | 11th December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Submission | 11th December 2025 |
| Last Date for Complete Online Application | 13th December 2025 |
| Last Date for Sending Hard Copies of Documents | 16th December 2025 |
Candidates must complete both online registration and submit hard copies of essential documents to be considered for the recruitment process.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Non-refundable) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹100 |
| Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | ₹50 |
Payment must be made online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
Vacancy Details
The following table summarizes the posts, number of vacancies, and reservation:
| Sl. No. | Name of the Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC-A | OBC-B | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dental Hygienist (NOHP) under NHM | 1 | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| 2 | Multi-Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE) | 2 | 2 | 1 | – | – | – | 5 |
| 3 | Laboratory Technician (NTEP) | – | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| 4 | Lab Technician (NUHM) | – | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| 5 | Staff Nurse under NUHM | 4 | 2 | – | – | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| 6 | Community Health Assistant (CHA) under NUHM | 7 | 4 | – | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| 7 | Immunization Volunteers under NHM | 1 | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| 8 | Nutritionist (NRC) | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 2 |
| 9 | Social Worker (NRC) | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 2 |
| 10 | NRC (Attendant) | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| 11 | Community Health Assistant (CHA) in Urban HWC (XV-FC) | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 16 |
| 12 | Block Accounts Manager under NHM | – | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| 13 | STAFF NURSE in Urban HWC (XV-FC) | 7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 16 |
| 14 | STAFF NURSE in Urban Polyclinic (XV-FC) | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 |
| 15 | GDMO under NHM | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 2 |
| 16 | Medical Officer (RKSK) | – | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| 17 | Medical Officer (NUHM) | – | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| 18 | Medical Officer in Urban HWC (XV-FC) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| 19 | Specialist (G & O) under NHM | 1 | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| 20 | Specialist (Medicine) under XV-FC Polyclinic | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 3 |
| 21 | Specialist (Pediatrics) under XV-FC Polyclinic | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 3 |
| 22 | Specialist (G & O) under XV-FC Polyclinic | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 3 |
| 23 | Specialist (Ophthalmologist) under XV-FC Polyclinic | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 2 |
| CATEGORY-WISE TOTAL | 39 | 30 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 107 |
Eligibility Criteria
The recruitment emphasizes educational qualifications, experience, and residency. Below are the broad requirements:
- Dental Hygienist: Diploma from DCI-recognized institute, West Bengal Dental Council registration, 2+ years of experience, resident of West Bengal.
- Multi-Rehabilitation Worker: Bachelors in Physiotherapy, 2 years experience, resident of West Bengal.
- Laboratory Technicians: DMLT or BMLT recognized, computer literacy, local language proficiency.
- Staff Nurses / CHA / Immunization Volunteers: GNM/ANM certificates, West Bengal Nursing Council registration, female candidates for certain posts, local language proficiency.
- Nutritionist: B.Sc/M.Sc in Food & Nutrition, computer literacy, residency in West Bengal.
- Medical Officers & Specialists: MBBS with relevant PG/Diploma qualifications, West Bengal Medical Council registration, residency in West Bengal.
- Administrative Posts (Block Accounts Manager): B.Com graduate with computer proficiency.
Age Limit:
- 21-40 years for most posts, MBBS officers up to 62 years, specialists up to 67 years. Relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC as per government norms.
Pay Scale
| Post Name | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | ₹22,000 |
| Multi-Rehabilitation Worker | ₹18,000 |
| Laboratory Technician (NTEP) | ₹22,000 |
| Lab Technician (NUHM) | ₹22,000 |
| Staff Nurse (NUHM) | ₹25,000 |
| Community Health Assistant (CHA) | ₹13,000 |
| Immunization Volunteers | ₹550/day (max 26 days) |
| Nutritionist (NRC) | ₹25,000 |
| Social Worker (NRC) | ₹18,000 |
| NRC Attendant | ₹5,000 |
| Community Health Assistant (Urban HWC) | ₹13,000 |
| Block Accounts Manager (NHM) | ₹26,000 |
| Staff Nurse (Urban HWC & Polyclinic XV-FC) | ₹25,000 |
| GDMO / Medical Officers | ₹60,000 |
| Specialists (PG qualified) | ₹65,000 – ₹70,000 |
| Specialist (Ophthalmologist XV-FC) | ₹3,000/day (min 3 hrs, thrice a week) |
Selection Process
The recruitment follows a merit-based selection system with detailed scoring for each post:
- Academic Performance: Proportionate marks for Class X, Class XII, Diploma, Graduation, and Post-Graduation.
- Experience: Additional points awarded based on relevant work experience.
- Written Test / Computer Skill Test: For eligible posts such as staff nurses, lab technicians, nutritionists, and block accounts managers.
- Interview / Viva-Voce: Final assessment for all candidates, weightage varies per post.
- Total Marks: Most posts are evaluated out of 100 marks; some specialized medical posts may be 50 marks.
Example: Dental Hygienist candidates are scored with 10 marks for Class X, 10 for Class XII, 40 for Diploma, 25 for experience, and 15 for interview.
Application Process
The Uttar Dinajpur NHM/NUHM/XV-FC recruitment follows a strict online application process:
Step 1: Online Registration
- Visit wbhealth.gov.in and go to the ‘Online Recruitment’ menu.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
- Upload a recent photograph and signature.
- Note the Application ID for future reference.
Step 2: Payment of Application Fee
- General: ₹100
- Reserved: ₹50
- Payment via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Step 3: Submission of Hard Copies
Candidates must send self-attested photocopies of all documents via Speed Post/Registered Post to:
Chief Medical Officer of Health, Uttar Dinajpur, Karnajora, Raiganj, Pin-733130
Documents include:
- Academic certificates (Class X, XII, Diploma, Graduation, Post-Graduation)
- Date of Birth proof
- Residence certificate
- Caste/EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Photo ID
- Fee payment receipt
- Experience certificates on official letterhead
- Computer course certificates (if required)
Deadline: 16th December 2025
Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered.
General Instructions
- Only candidates who complete both online application and hard copy submission are eligible.
- Essential qualifications must be met before the online application start date.
- Posts are contractual, with tenure up to 31st March 2026 and possible extension.
- Age relaxation is as per government norms for reserved categories.
- Selected candidates’ panel will remain valid for 1 year.
