Overview
The District Health and Family Welfare Samity (DHFWS) Murshidabad has announced an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals. The department is hiring 273 Community Health Officers to serve in Su-swasthya Kendras across Murshidabad district. This is a great chance for B.Sc. Nursing graduates and BAMS doctors to contribute to public health services.
Organization: District Health and Family Welfare Samity Murshidabad (DHFWS Murshidabad)
Total Vacancies: 273 Posts
Post Type: Community Health Officer (CHO)
Job Type: Consolidated Pay (Contractual)
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: murshidabad.gov.in | wbhealth.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18th November 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 19th November 2025 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Registration | 2nd December 2025 (Midnight) |
| Last Date for Final Submission | 4th December 2025 (Midnight) |
| Written Test & Interview Date | To be announced on official website |
📍 Vacancy Details
Post Code: MSDCHO2025
Workplace: Any SC-Suswasthya Kendra in Murshidabad District
Category-wise Distribution:
| Qualification | Total Posts | SC | ST | OBC-A | OBC-B | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse | 270 | 58 | 18 | 27 | 20 | 27 | 120 |
| BAMS | 3 | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 273 | 59 | 18 | 27 | 20 | 28 | 121 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications:
For Nurses:
- B.Sc. Nursing (BPCCHN) – Integrated course passed in 2021 or later with registration from WB Nursing Council
- GNM / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing – Passed before 2021 with WB Nursing Council registration (CPCH Training required)
For BAMS Doctors:
- BAMS degree with registration or provisional certificate from Paschim Banga Ayurved Council (CPCH Training required)
Additional Requirements:
- Must be proficient in Bengali or local dialect
- Experience will be calculated from the date of qualification to the last date of application submission
💰 Stipend / Salary Details (per month)
After Posting:
- Consolidated Salary: ₹20,000 per month
- Performance Linked Incentive (PLI): Up to ₹5,000 per month (based on performance parameters)
During Training Period (for GNM/BAMS candidates):
- Training Stipend: ₹10,000 per month
Contract Period: Up to 31st March 2026 (may be extended based on performance and requirement)
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in the following manner:
- Written Test – 85 Marks
- Interview – 15 Marks
- Total – 100 Marks
Merit List: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their combined score from the written test and interview.
Final Steps:
- Document verification
- Counseling for posting allocation
- Medical fitness check
- Bond agreement (₹2 lakh if bond period not served after CPCH training)
Panel Validity: One year from the date of approval
⏳ Age Limit
Maximum Age: 40 years as on 1st April 2025
Age Relaxation: As per West Bengal Government norms for reserved categories
📑 How to Apply
Follow these simple steps to apply online:
Step 1: Visit the official website wbhealth.gov.in
Step 2: Navigate to ‘Online Recruitment’ under the ‘E Governance’ section
Step 3: Click on the Community Health Officer post link
Step 4: Fill in the online application form with accurate details
Step 5: Upload required documents (photograph and signature as per specifications)
Step 6: Pay the application fee online through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card
Step 7: Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
Important Instructions:
- Apply only once per post; duplicate applications will be rejected
- Incomplete or improper applications will not be considered
- Keep the printout of your application for verification purposes
- Regularly check the official website for updates on exam dates
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Ensure you have the following documents ready before applying:
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per specifications)
- Scanned signature
- Educational certificates (B.Sc. Nursing/GNM/BAMS degree)
- Registration certificate from WB Nursing Council / Ayurved Council
- Experience certificates (if applicable) with clear mention of work period
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- Age proof document
- Valid email ID and mobile number for communication
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / OBC | ₹50 |
Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card)
Note: No TA/DA will be provided to candidates for appearing in the recruitment process.
📘 Important Links
- Apply Online: Visit wbhealth.gov.in → E Governance → Online Recruitment
- Official Notification: Available on murshidabad.gov.in
- Official Website: murshidabad.gov.in
⚠️ Important Points to Remember
- This is a contractual engagement initially up to 31st March 2026
- GNM and BAMS candidates must undergo CPCH (Comprehensive Primary Care Health) training
- A bond agreement is mandatory after training completion
- All previous panels for Community Health Officer posts in Murshidabad stand cancelled
- The recruitment committee reserves the right to cancel the process at any stage
- Decisions of the competent authority will be final and binding
Don’t miss this opportunity to serve in the healthcare sector! Apply before the deadline and prepare well for the selection process. Good luck! 🎯
