NHM Birbhum Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 47 Contractual Posts 2026: Apply Online for 47 Contractual Posts

NHM Birbhum Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 47 Contractual Posts

Birbhum District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Government of West Bengal, has issued a notification for contractual recruitment under the National Health Mission (NHM). The drive covers 47 posts, including Multi Rehabilitation Worker, Staff Nurse, Community Health Assistant, TBHV, Senior Treatment Laboratory Supervisor, Medical Officer, and Block Programme Coordinator.

The notification is dated 5 November 2026. Online applications start from 11:00 a.m. on 6 November 2026. The detailed instructions mention 25 November 2026 as the last date for registration and fee payment, while the full online application must be submitted by midnight of 27 November 2026. Candidates should complete every stage before the applicable deadline and retain the registration form.

Important dates

Deadline note: The opening section broadly states that applications may be submitted from 6 to 27 November 2026. The detailed General Information section separately lists 25 November for registration and fee payment and 27 November for full form submission. Candidates should follow the portal’s live instructions and avoid waiting until the last day.

NHM Birbhum vacancy and salary details

Post-wise eligibility

Age limit and residence rules

For most posts, the age is calculated as on 1 January 2026. The general age range stated in the notice is 21 to 40 years, with relaxation for eligible SC, ST and OBC candidates under Government norms. Candidates should verify the category-specific relaxation before applying.

The notification requires the applicant to be a permanent resident of West Bengal and to know the local language. The Community Health Assistant and Block Programme Coordinator posts specifically require permanent residence in Birbhum district. A residence proof attested by a Gazetted Officer or Group A officer must be produced at verification where required.

Application fee

The application fee is non-refundable. Payment can be made through net banking or debit/credit card. Candidates should save the payment confirmation and ensure that the application is accepted by the portal.

Selection process and marks

Selection is not identical for every post. Shortlisting is generally based on academic marks, experience, document verification, interview, written test or computer skill test as prescribed for the individual post. Only candidates whose documents and essential qualifications are verified will proceed to the relevant stage.

How to apply online

1. Open the prescribed West Bengal Health recruitment portal. The notice refers applicants to hr.wbhealth.gov.in and its Application section.
2. Read the post-specific qualification, category, residence and document requirements.
3. Register with an active mobile number and email address, where required.
4. Enter personal, educational, experience, category and residence details exactly as shown on your certificates.
5. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
6. Pay ₹100 for General candidates or ₹50 for reserved-category candidates through the online payment mode.
7. Submit the full form before the deadline and download the online registration form through the “Application Print” option.
8. Retain the registration number and printout for document verification. The notification says that the hard copy need not be sent by post.

Documents and certificate rules

• All qualifications must be from recognised institutions or universities.
• Essential criteria must be completed by the last date of online application.
• Experience is counted after completion of the required essential qualification and up to the last date of application.
• West Bengal caste certificates issued by the competent authority on or before the application deadline are required for the relevant claim.
• For PwD candidates, the disability certificate must be issued by the competent authority of West Bengal on or before the deadline.
• Information entered online must match the original testimonials. Differences can lead to cancellation.
• Applications without a proper signature or photograph may be cancelled.

Aspirant preparation strategy

• Nursing candidates: keep GNM and West Bengal Nursing Council registration documents ready and calculate experience marks carefully.
• Medical Officer candidates: prepare the MBBS record and interview profile; the notice gives 85 marks for MBBS and 15 marks for interview.
• Laboratory candidates: revise DMLT/BMLT subjects and practise MS Word, Excel and other computer operations.
• TBHV candidates: organise proof of MPW/LHV/ANM/health-worker experience and prepare for the computer practical test.
• Community Health Assistant candidates: confirm female eligibility, Bengali proficiency and Birbhum residence before applying.
• All candidates: scan certificates clearly, ensure names and dates match, and download the final registration form.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Applying for a post without completing the required qualification by the deadline.
• Confusing the 25 November registration and fee deadline with the 27 November full-form deadline.
• Claiming West Bengal reservation without the prescribed certificate.
• Using a general residence document when a Birbhum-specific residence proof is required.
• Entering an experience period earned before the essential qualification.
• Failing to retain the registration printout and online payment receipt.
• Uploading an unclear photograph or signature.

Frequently asked questions

How many vacancies are available in NHM Birbhum Recruitment 2026?

The notification lists 47 contractual vacancies across nine positions and NHM programmes.

What is the last date to submit the full application?

The detailed instructions state that the full form must be submitted by midnight of 27 November 2026. Registration and fee payment are listed separately with a 25 November 2026 deadline.

What is the application fee?

General candidates pay ₹100. Reserved-category candidates pay ₹50. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

Is the recruitment permanent?

No. The notice is for purely contractual engagement under the National Health Mission.

Who can apply for Community Health Assistant?

The post is for female candidates with ANM or GNM qualification and West Bengal Nursing Council registration. Bengali proficiency and permanent residence in Birbhum are required.

What should candidates retain after applying?

Retain the online registration number, payment confirmation and print copy of the online registration form for document verification.

Final checklist before submission

• Confirm your post-specific qualification and age.
• Check West Bengal and Birbhum residence requirements.
• Make sure experience is counted only after the required qualification.
• Prepare category, PwD, nursing registration, experience and residence certificates.
• Register and pay by the detailed deadline.
• Submit the complete form by 27 November 2026.
• Download and retain the registration printout and payment receipt.

Official update reminder: Check the West Bengal Health recruitment portal and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Birbhum, for any corrigendum, portal change, shortlist, verification schedule or later notice.

Source: Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health & Secretary, District Health & Family Welfare Samity, Birbhum, Government of West Bengal, Notification dated 5 November 2026. This article is an aspirant-friendly summary; the official notification and any corrigendum remain final.