Overview
The Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH), District Health and Family Welfare Samiti, Cooch Behar is hiring talented healthcare professionals and administrative staff. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to work in the healthcare sector. A total of 51 posts are open across various medical and non-medical positions including Staff Nurses, Medical Officers, Specialists, Clinical Psychologists, and more. All positions are contractual and offered on a competitive salary basis.
🏢 Organization Details
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH), District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Cooch Behar |
| Location | Cooch Behar, West Bengal |
| Job Category | Medical & Healthcare |
| Position Type | Contractual |
| Vacancies | 51 Posts |
| Official Website | coochbehar.gov.in |
📊 Total Vacancies: 51 Posts
🔹 Vacancy Breakdown
| Position | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Community Health Assistant (Urban) | 2 |
| Full Time Medical Officer | 1 |
| Part Time Medical Officer (NUHM) | 2 |
| General Duty Medical Officer | 9 |
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker (NPCDCS) | 7 |
| Ophthalmic Assistant (NPPCB-V) | 1 |
| Ophthalmologist (NPPCB-VI) | 1 |
| Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) | 6 |
| Psychiatric Nurse (NMHP) | 1 |
| Technical Supervisor (Blood Services) | 1 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Anaesthetist) | 2 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Paediatric Medicine) | 2 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Anaesthesiology) | 2 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (Gynaecology & Obstetrics) | 1 |
| Counsellor | 1 |
| Staff Nurse (N+TC) | 2 |
| NRC Attendant | 5 |
| Nutritionist (NPCDS) | 1 |
| Medical Assistant (NPCDCS) | 1 |
💼 Post Type & Job Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Type | Contractual (Full-time & Part-time) |
| Job Category | Healthcare, Medical, Administrative |
| Sector | Government – Health & Family Welfare |
| Work Location | Cooch Behar District, West Bengal |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 04 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 07 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 December 2025 (by 5 PM) |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2025 |
| Result/Selection List | To be announced |
🎯 Detailed Vacancy Information
Medical Officer Posts
Full Time Medical Officer (1 Post): MBBS qualified professionals for full-time government healthcare service with competitive salary and benefits.
Part Time Medical Officer – NUHM (2 Posts): Part-time positions for MBBS doctors interested in flexible working hours while serving the community.
General Duty Medical Officer (9 Posts): Multiple positions for MBBS graduates to handle general medical duties across district healthcare facilities.
Specialist Medical Officers (All Specializations – 9 Posts Total)
- Anaesthetist: 2 posts
- Paediatric Medicine: 2 posts
- Anaesthesiology: 2 posts
- Gynaecology & Obstetrics: 1 post
Nursing & Healthcare Support
Staff Nurse (2 Posts): GNM/B.Sc Nursing graduates for hospital nursing duties with attractive salary and working environment.
Psychiatric Nurse (1 Post): Specialized nursing position in mental health services.
Community Health Assistant – Urban (2 Posts): ANM/GNM qualified professionals for community health work in urban areas.
Allied Healthcare & Support
Clinical Psychologist (6 Posts): Mental health professionals for community mental health programs with good career growth.
Multi Rehabilitation Worker (7 Posts): Physiotherapy graduates for rehabilitation services across multiple programs.
Ophthalmic Assistant (1 Post): Para-medical professional for eye care services.
Ophthalmologist (1 Post): Specialist doctor for ophthalmology services.
Technical Supervisor – Blood Services (1 Post): Medical lab technician for blood bank operations.
Nutritionist (1 Post): Nutrition expert for health promotion and disease prevention programs.
Medical Assistant (1 Post): General medical support staff.
Counsellor (1 Post): Mental health counselor for community programs.
NRC Attendant (5 Posts): Support staff for Nutrition Rehabilitation Centers.
🎓 Educational Qualifications (Post-wise)
For Medical Officers
- MBBS from MCI recognized institution with 1 year compulsory internship completed
- Must be registered with West Bengal Medical Council
- For part-time positions, same qualifications apply
For Specialist Medical Officers
- MBBS from MCI recognized institution
- MD/DNB/Diploma in respective specialization (Anaesthesia, Paediatrics, Gynaecology, etc.)
- Registration with West Bengal Medical Council is mandatory
For Staff Nurse
- ANM Course from Indian Nursing Council recognized institute and registered with West Bengal Nursing Council
- OR
- GNM Course from Indian Nursing Council recognized institute and registered with West Bengal Nursing Council
- OR
- B.Sc in Nursing with WBNC registration
- Desirable: Experience in hospital settings
For Psychiatric Nurse
- B.Sc in Psychiatric Nursing or M.Sc in Psychiatric Nursing from recognized institution
For Clinical Psychologist
- Post-graduate degree in Psychology/Clinical Psychology/Applied Psychology
- M.Phil in Medical and Social Psychology (3 years full-time course)
- Recognition from Rehabilitation Council of India
- Minimum 1 year experience in recognized institution
For Multi Rehabilitation Worker
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy from recognized institution
- Minimum 2 years working experience in hospital/clinical setting
- Desirable: Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy
For Ophthalmic Assistant
- Class 12 (HS) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- 2-year Diploma in Para-Medical Ophthalmic Assistants or Optometry & Ophthalmic Technique from recognized institute
For Ophthalmologist
- MS/MD in Ophthalmology (MCI registered) with 1 year experience
- OR
- DOMS/DO (MCI registered) with 2 years experience and PG diploma
For Technical Supervisor – Blood Services
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biological Science
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT) from recognized institution
- OR
- Post Graduate Diploma/Degree in Transfusion Medicine
- Computer proficiency required
- 1 year experience in blood bank/component separation unit (desirable)
For Nutritionist
- B.Sc or M.Sc in Food and Nutrition from recognized university
- Computer knowledge required
- Ability to read, write, and speak in Bengali
For Medical Assistant
- Any Graduate Degree (B.A/B.Sc/B.Com)
- Basic computer knowledge (MS Office, Internet, Operating Systems)
- Typing proficiency
For Community Health Assistant (Urban)
- ANM Course or GNM Course with WBNC registration
- Proficiency in Bengali language
- Permanent resident of Cooch Behar
💰 Salary & Stipend Details (Per Month)
| Position | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Contractual Staff Nurse (Urban) | Rs. 13,000 |
| Community Health Assistant (Urban) | Rs. 13,000 |
| Medical Officer (UPHC & SC) | Rs. 60,000 |
| General Duty Medical Officer | Rs. 60,000 |
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker (NPCDCS) | Rs. 18,000 |
| Ophthalmic Assistant (NPPCB-V) | Rs. 18,000 |
| Medical Assistant (NPCDCS) | Rs. 18,000 |
| Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) | Rs. 30,000 |
| Psychiatric Nurse (NMHP) | Rs. 25,000 |
| Staff Nurse (N+TC) | Rs. 25,000 |
| Nutritionist (NPCDS) | Rs. 25,000 |
| Technical Supervisor (Blood Services) | Rs. 23,000 |
| Principal Medical Officer (NUHM) | Rs. 70,000 (or Rs. 9,000/day up to Rs. 24,000/month) |
| Ophthalmologist (NPPCB-VI) | Rs. 70,000 |
| Specialist Medical Officer (All Types) | Rs. 3,000/day (minimum 3 hours, thrice a week) |
| UHN Co-Ordinator | Rs. 20,000 |
| NPM Assistant | Rs. 9,000 |
| Counsellor | Rs. 15,000 (Approx.) |
Note: Salary shown is consolidated for contractual positions. No additional allowances or benefits are mentioned.
⏳ Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
| Position | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | 21 years | 62 years |
| Medical Officer (General/UPHC/SC/RNTCP) | 21 years | 65 years |
| Principal Medical Officer (NUHM) | 21 years | 65 years |
| Community Health Assistant | 21 years | 62 years |
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker | 21 years | 40 years |
| Ophthalmic Assistant | 18 years | 40 years |
| Ophthalmologist | 21 years | 62 years |
| Clinical Psychologist | 18 years | 40 years |
| Psychiatric Nurse | 18 years | 40 years |
| Technical Supervisor (Blood Services) | 18 years | 40 years |
| Specialist Medical Officer (All types) | 21 years | 62 years |
| Nutritionist | 21 years | 40 years |
| Medical Assistant | 18 years | No limit specified |
| Counsellor | 21 years | 40 years |
| UHN Co-Ordinator | 21 years | 40 years |
| NPM Assistant | 18 years | 40 years |
Age Relaxation: Upper age limit may not apply to retired government health employees as per government norms.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection is merit-based and varies by position:
For Medical Officers & Specialist Medical Officers
- 80 marks – Based on percentage of marks in final MBBS/MD/DNB examination
- 10 marks – Post-graduation qualification (PG Degree: 10 marks, Diploma: 5 marks)
- 10 marks – Experience (Maximum 5 years = 10 marks)
- Total: 100 marks
For Staff Nurse
- Selection based on percentage of marks obtained in GNM examination
For Clinical Psychologist
- 70 marks – Educational qualification (Graduation: 30, Post-graduation: 25, M.Phil: 15)
- 15 marks – Work experience (Up to 5 years: 5, 2-3 years: 10, Above 3 years: 15)
- 15 marks – Interview/viva
For Psychiatric Nurse
- 60 marks – Educational qualification (Proportionate marking on B.Sc/M.Sc)
- 25 marks – Work experience (Up to 1 year: 10, 1-2 years: 15, 2+ years: 25)
- 15 marks – Interview/viva
For Multi Rehabilitation Worker
- Class 10 marks – Proportionate marking (10 marks)
- Class 12 marks – Proportionate marking (10 marks)
- Degree marks – Physiotherapy (55 marks additional)
- Experience – 10 marks
- Interview – 5 marks
- Total: 100 marks
For Technical Supervisor (Blood Services)
- MCQ Written Test – 80 marks
- General Knowledge: 20 marks
- Blood Banking Knowledge: 40 marks
- Computer Aptitude: 10 marks
- Academics: 10 marks
- Post-qualification certificates – 4-7 marks
- Post-qualification experience – 5-10 marks
- Viva Voice – 5 marks
For Nutritionist
- Written Test (Marks not specified)
For Medical Assistant
- 80 marks – Educational qualification (Class 10, 12, Graduation, Post-graduation)
- 10 marks – Basic computer test
- 10 marks – Viva-voce
For Ophthalmic Assistant
- Class 12 marks – 13 marks (Proportionate)
- Diploma qualification – 20 marks
- Experience – 5 marks (1 mark per year, max 10 years)
- Interview – 5 marks
- Total: 50 marks
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Visit Official Website
- Go to coochbehar.gov.in or wbhealth.gov.in
- Look for recruitment notification section
- Fill Online Application Form
- Register/Login to the portal
- Fill all required details carefully
- Ensure all information is accurate and complete
- Upload Documents
- Scan required documents (mark sheets, certificates, etc.)
- Upload scanned copies (clear quality, preferably 300 DPI)
- Ensure file size is as per portal specifications
- Paste Passport Size Photo
- Attach recent color photo on application form
- Dimensions as per portal guidelines
- Pay Application Fee
- Application fee: Rs. 100 (Unreserved candidates)
- Application fee: Rs. 50 (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/OBC/EWS)
- Payment Mode: Crossed Demand Draft payable to respective authority mentioned in notification
- Candidates with disabilities are exempt from fee
- Submit Application
- Review all details before final submission
- Submit before 23 December 2025
- Collect Acknowledgment
- Take printout of submitted application
- Save acknowledgment number for future reference
- Send Hard Copy with Documents
- Prepare hard copy of application form
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents
- Include original Crossed Demand Draft
- Send via post or submit in person to:
- Office of CMOH & Secretary
- District Health & Family Welfare Samiti
- Cooch Behar, West Bengal
- Envelope should be marked: “Application for the post of __________ – CMOH Cooch Behar“
- Must reach on or before 23 December 2025 during office hours (except holidays)
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Essential Documents to Submit:
Educational Documents:
- Madhyamik/10th Pass Certificate (self-attested photocopy)
- Higher Secondary/12th Pass Certificate (self-attested)
- All mark sheets and pass certificates (self-attested)
- Degree/Diploma certificates (self-attested)
- Post-graduation certificates (if applicable, self-attested)
Professional Documents:
- Registration certificate from West Bengal Nursing Council (for nursing posts)
- Registration certificate from West Bengal Medical Council (for medical officer posts)
- Diploma/Degree certificates with hall marks (self-attested)
Category-Based Documents:
- Caste Certificate (self-attested photocopy) – if belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS category
- EWS Certificate – issued by competent authority (for EWS candidates)
- PWD Certificate – if Person with Disability (self-attested)
Identification & Address Proof:
- Voter ID card photocopy (self-attested)
- OR Aadhar card photocopy (self-attested)
- OR Any other valid address proof (self-attested)
Photo & Signature:
- Passport size color photograph (4×6 cm) – paste original on form
- Recent passport size photo (attach 2-3 copies)
- Clear signature
Experience Documents:
- Experience certificates (self-attested) – on official letterhead with clear dates
- All certificates must have date and signature clearly written
- Certificate should specify designation, joining date, and relieving date
- Certificates without proper dates will be treated as invalid
Financial Document:
- Original Crossed Demand Draft (payable to authority specified in notification)
Other Documents:
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if working in government organization)
- CGPA/Percentage certificate with date clearly written (if applicable)
Important Notes on Documents:
- All photocopies must be self-attested
- Ensure all dates are clearly written on certificates
- Missing any essential document may lead to rejection of candidature
- Permanent residents of West Bengal must produce West Bengal certificates only
- All documents should be in original or self-attested form
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | View Notification |
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
| Official Website | coochbehar.gov.in |
| WB Health Department | wbhealth.gov.in |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join Here |
| Telegram Channel | Join Here |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the application fee? A: Rs. 100 for general/unreserved candidates and Rs. 50 for reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) candidates. Payment should be made via Crossed Demand Draft.
Q2. When is the last date to apply? A: The last date to submit online application is 23 December 2025 during office hours.
Q3. Can candidates from outside West Bengal apply? A: No. Candidates must be permanent residents of West Bengal and should have knowledge of local language (Bengali).
Q4. What is the salary range? A: Salary varies by position, ranging from Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 70,000 per month. Specialist positions may have additional per-day payment structure.
Q5. Are there age relaxations available? A: Yes. Retired government health employees may get age relaxation as per government norms. Upper age limit for some posts may not apply for them.
Q6. What is the selection process? A: Selection is merit-based and varies by position. Generally, it’s based on percentage of marks in qualifying examination, experience, interview, and written test (where applicable).
Q7. Will there be an interview? A: Yes. For most positions, interview/viva-voce is part of the selection process along with educational marks and experience.
Q8. Can I apply for multiple posts? A: The notification doesn’t explicitly mention this. It’s advised to read the official notification or contact the office for clarity on multiple applications.
Q9. What documents need to be submitted? A: Mark sheets, degree certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate (if applicable), registration certificates (for medical/nursing posts), address proof, and original Crossed Demand Draft.
Q10. Is there any interview venue information provided? A: No specific venue is mentioned in the notification. Details will be provided in the interview call letter or when result is announced.
🎓 Quick Summary & Highlights
✅ Total Opportunities: 51 contractual positions across healthcare and administrative roles
✅ Excellent Salary: Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 70,000 per month depending on qualification and position
✅ Multiple Specializations: Medical Officers, Nurses, Psychologists, Technicians, and Support Staff
✅ Government Job: Secure contractual employment with District Health & Family Welfare Department
✅ Quick Hiring: Application window is just 17 days (07-23 December 2025)
✅ Easy Application: 100% online application process with simple documentation
✅ Good Career Growth: Opportunity to work with reputed health department in growing healthcare sector
✅ Diverse Positions: Jobs for MBBS, GNM, Diploma holders, and Graduate professionals
✅ Flexible Options: Both full-time and part-time positions available
✅ Low Application Fee: Only Rs. 100 (Rs. 50 for reserved candidates)
💡 Pro Tips for Successful Application
- Apply Early: Don’t wait till the last moment. Submit your application at least 2-3 days before the deadline.
- Document Quality: Ensure all scanned documents are clear, properly cropped, and in high resolution (300 DPI).
- Personal Details: Double-check name, date of birth, and contact details. Even small spelling mistakes can cause issues.
- Experience Certificates: Make sure experience certificates have clear dates of joining and relieving with organization’s official stamp and signature.
- Category Proof: If applying under SC/ST/OBC/EWS, ensure you have valid caste/category certificate issued by competent authority.
- Registration Proof: Medical and nursing candidates must have valid registration certificates from respective councils.
- Demand Draft: Keep the demand draft amount ready and make it in exact amount mentioned (Rs. 100 or Rs. 50).
- Keep Copies: Maintain digital and physical copies of all documents you submit.
- Printout & Hard Copy: Keep printout of submitted online application and carefully maintain it with documents.
- Track Application: Note down your application reference number from the acknowledgment receipt.
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Next Review Date: As per official announcements
Disclaimer: Information provided is based on official notification released by CMOH Cooch Behar. Candidates are advised to verify all details from official sources before applying. For any discrepancy, official notification will be considered final.
