The District AYUSH Committee of Garhwa has announced an important recruitment drive for Yoga Instructors (Male and Female) on a sessional remuneration basis. These instructors will serve under Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AYUSH) and other health institutions across Garhwa district. This recruitment is being conducted to promote wellness, yoga, and preventive health practices at the community level. A total of 69 posts have been notified, offering an excellent opportunity for qualified and certified yoga trainers to contribute to public health initiatives.
The recruitment process will be handled by the District AYUSH Medical Officer-cum-District Joint Drug Store, Garhwa. Applications are invited through registered/speed post within the prescribed dates. Candidates will be selected through walk-in interviews to be held in October 2025. Preference will be given to local candidates with valid residence certificates and relevant experience in yoga training.
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Application Submission: 15th September 2025
- Last Date for Application Submission: 24th September 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
- Walk-in Interview Date: From 6th October 2025 onwards (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
- Scrutiny of Applications: Before the interview schedule
- Venue for Interview: Civil Surgeon Office Auditorium, Garhwa
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies announced for Yoga Instructors is 69. These are divided between male and female candidates to ensure balanced representation:
- Male Yoga Instructors: 48 Posts
- Female Yoga Instructors: 21 Posts
- Total: 69 Posts
These vacancies are spread across different blocks and health institutions within Garhwa district, ensuring that yoga sessions are conducted at multiple centers including Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, Government Ayurvedic, Homeopathic, Unani centers, and other wellness facilities.
Application Fees
The notification clearly mentions that no application fees are required for this recruitment. Candidates can apply free of cost by submitting their application form and self-attested documents through registered/speed post.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants must fulfill one of the following educational qualifications:
- A Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Yoga from a recognized university or institution.
- Certification as a Yoga Instructor under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
Experience (Desirable)
- Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in conducting yoga sessions.
- Candidates having practical exposure to wellness activities in AYUSH centers or community health programs will be prioritized.
Residency Requirement
- Applicants must be permanent residents of Jharkhand, with priority given to those from Garhwa district.
- A valid residence certificate issued by the competent authority is mandatory.
Other Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Local residence certificate
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
Age Limit
The official notification does not specify an exact age limit, but candidates must be adults and medically fit to conduct yoga sessions. Since preference is given to local and experienced trainers, practical teaching ability will be considered more important than strict age restrictions.
Salary / Remuneration
The remuneration for the post of Yoga Instructor is ₹250 per session.
- Each yoga session will be of 2 hours duration.
- The number of sessions will vary by block and center, as per the schedule of AYUSH activities.
- On average, male instructors may conduct 32 sessions per month while female instructors may conduct 20 sessions per month.
- This ensures fair workload distribution while also encouraging participation across genders.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be carried out in the following stages:
- Application Scrutiny: All applications received by the deadline will be checked for eligibility, educational qualifications, and documents.
- Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates will appear for an interview before the District Selection Committee.
- Final Selection: Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications, interview performance, and experience. In case of a tie, marks obtained in the yoga course will act as the deciding factor.
- Local Preference: Priority will be given to candidates residing within 3–5 km of the concerned Ayushman Arogya Mandir.
Place of Posting
The selected Yoga Instructors will be assigned to different AYUSH centers and Ayushman Arogya Mandirs across Garhwa district. Wellness activities and yoga sessions will be conducted in:
- Government Ayurvedic centers
- Homeopathic and Unani centers
- Panchayat Bhavans
- Anganwadi Centers
- Community buildings or nearest available government institutions if AYUSH centers lack space
Blocks where vacancies are available include:
- Garhwa, Meral, Majhiaon, Dandai, Kandi, Ranka, Bhandariya, Chiniya, Ramkanda, Nagar Untari, Bhawanathpur, Dhurki, Ketar, Ramuna, Vishunpura
General Instructions for Candidates
- Applications must be complete in all respects with self-attested copies of certificates and two passport-sized photographs.
- Incomplete applications or those received after the last date will be rejected.
- Candidates must bring original certificates for verification during the interview.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.
- Selected candidates will not have any claim for regularization in the future. This is a purely contractual and session-based engagement.
- Candidates must follow all guidelines issued by the Ministry of AYUSH regarding session conduct, discipline, and wellness activities.
- The District Selection Committee reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel the recruitment process without prior notice.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
