Overview
The District Health and Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS) Cooch Behar is actively recruiting qualified healthcare professionals for various positions on a contractual basis. This is an excellent opportunity for medical graduates, nurses, and health workers looking to serve in the healthcare sector.
🏢 Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | District Health and Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS) Cooch Behar |
| Total Vacancies | 29 Posts |
| Post Type | Healthcare & Administrative |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | coochbehar.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 13-11-2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Deadline | 26-11-2025 |
| Document Submission Deadline | 27-11-2025 |
📍 Vacancy Details
DHFWS Cooch Behar is filling 29 positions across different healthcare specialties with competitive salaries:
| Position | Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Epidemiologist | 2 | Rs. 35,000 |
| Block Public Health Manager | 2 | Rs. 35,000 |
| Medical Officer | 3 | Rs. 60,000 |
| Laboratory Technician | 6 | Rs. 22,000 |
| Staff Nurse | 4 | Rs. 25,000 |
| Community Health Assistant (Urban) | 11 | Rs. 13,000 |
| Consultant Quality Monitoring (QA) | 1 | Rs. 35,000 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Each position requires specific qualifications:
Epidemiologist: M.Sc in Life Science/Epidemiology or BAMS/BHMS/BUMS with MPH certification. Proficiency in advanced MS Office is mandatory.
Block Public Health Manager: B.Sc in Life Science with a Post Graduate degree or Diploma in Management. Advanced MS Office skills required.
Medical Officer: MBBS degree with registration under West Bengal Medical Council. Preference given for candidates with PG diploma/degree in General & Obstetrics or Paediatrics.
Laboratory Technician: Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics/Biological Science, followed by a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a government-recognized institution.
Staff Nurse: GNM (General Nursing Midwifery) course completion from Indian Nursing Council-recognized institute and registration under West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC).
Community Health Assistant (Urban): ANM (Auxiliary Nursing Midwifery) or GNM course completion from Indian Council-recognized institutes with WBNC registration. Bengali language proficiency and permanent residency in the district required.
Consultant Quality Monitoring (QA): MBBS/Dental/AYUSH/Nursing/Life Science/Social Science graduate with Master’s in Hospital Administration/Health Management and minimum 1 year experience. Healthcare quality management experience preferred.
💰 Salary & Fee Information
Monthly Salary Range: Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 60,000 (depends on position)
Application Fee:
- General Category: Rs. 100
- Reserved Category: Rs. 50
- Payment Mode: Demand Draft
⏳ Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per government rules
🎯 Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on their qualifications and experience. The organization will evaluate applications and shortlist candidates accordingly.
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Visit the official recruitment portal: www.wbhealth.gov.in
- Navigate to E-Governance > Online Recruitment section
- Fill the online application form with all required details
- Submit the application (applications accepted from 13-11-2025 to 26-11-2025)
- Print the filled application form
- Prepare the required documents (see below)
- Submit a hard copy along with all documents to: CMOH & Secretary, District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Cooch Behar Lalbag, Debibari Road, Cooch Behar Submission deadline: 27-11-2025 (during office hours, excluding holidays)
⚙️ Key Documents Required
- Printout of filled online application form
- Self-attested copies of all educational certificates
- Registration certificates (WBNC for nurses, WBMC for doctors, etc.)
- Original Demand Draft (as per application fee category)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
- Domicile certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificates (if any)
Note: Applicants must be permanent residents of West Bengal and have knowledge of the local language.
📘 Important Links
- Official Notification: Download PDF
- Official Website: coochbehar.gov.in
- Online Application Portal: www.wbhealth.gov.in
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does the application window open and close? A: Applications open on 13-11-2025 at 10:00 AM and close on 26-11-2025.
Q: What is the maximum age limit? A: The maximum age limit is 40 years with age relaxation as per government rules.
Q: How many total positions are available? A: 29 positions across various healthcare roles.
Q: What is the application fee? A: Rs. 100 for General Category and Rs. 50 for Reserved Category (via Demand Draft).
Q: Is offline application accepted? A: No, only online applications through the official portal will be accepted.
