CMOH Paschim Bardhaman Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 22 Community Health Officer Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Recruitment Overview
The Chief Medical Officer of Health, Paschim Bardhaman (CMOH Paschim Bardhaman) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 22 Community Health Officer posts on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for nursing and Ayurveda graduates seeking stable government healthcare jobs in West Bengal. The recruitment involves a competitive selection process including a written test and interview.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | Chief Medical Officer of Health, Paschim Bardhaman |
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| Post Name | Community Health Officer |
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| Total Vacancies | 22 |
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| Application Start Date | 01 March 2026 |
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| Last Date | 19 March 2026 |
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| Official Website | https://cmohpaschimbardhaman.gov.in/ |
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Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale/Salary | Age Limit |
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| Community Health Officer (Nursing) | 21 | Rs. 20,000/- per month + Rs. 5,000/- incentive | Up to 40 years |
| Community Health Officer (BAMS) | 1 | Rs. 20,000/- per month + Rs. 5,000/- incentive + Rs. 10,000/- stipend during training | Up to 40 years |
| Total | 22 | - | - |
Reservation: As per government rules (SC/ST/OBC details to be checked in official notification).
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Community Health Officer (Nursing):
- Passed Integrated course of BPCCHN included in B.Sc. Nursing in the year 2021 or thereafter from an institute recognised by West Bengal Nursing Council.
- OR Passed General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)/ Post Basic B.Sc / B.Sc. Nursing before the year 2021 from an institute recognised by West Bengal Nursing Council.
- Must have registration certificate / provisional certificate issued from West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC).
- Proficiency in Bengali/local language & dialect.
- Competency in MS Office & Internet (Desirable).
- For Community Health Officer (BAMS):
- Passed BAMS from a recognised Institute/ University.
- Must have registration certificate /provisional certificate from Paschim Banga Ayurved Parisad (West Bengal Ayurved Council).
- Proficiency in Bengali/local language and dialect.
- Competency in MS Office & Internet (Desirable).
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Up to 40 years.
- Age as on: 1st April of the year of publication of notice (i.e., 01 April 2026).
- Age Relaxation: As per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.
Mandatory Requirements
- Registration with respective council (WBNC for Nursing, West Bengal Ayurved Council for BAMS) is mandatory.
- Proficiency in Bengali/local language is required.
Examination Structure & Selection
Selection Stages
- Written Test (85% weightage) - For Nursing posts.
- Academic Result (85% weightage) - For BAMS posts (based on academic performance).
- Interview (15% weightage) - For all posts.
Exam Mode
Written test is expected to be Offline (OMR-based) unless specified otherwise in the official notification.
Exam Pattern (For Nursing Posts - Tentative)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
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| Relevant Nursing Subjects | 85 | 85 | 90 Minutes |
| Total | 85 | 85 | - |
Note: Exact pattern will be confirmed in the admit card/notification.
Negative Marking
To be confirmed in the official notification. Typically, 0.25 marks may be deducted for each wrong answer in OMR-based tests.
Syllabus Highlights
- Community Health Nursing
- Health Promotion
- Primary Health Care
- Child Health Nursing
- Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing
- General Nursing & Midwifery
- Basic Computer Knowledge (Desirable)
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
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| Unreserved (General) | Rs. 100/- |
| Reserve Categories (SC/ST/OBC) | Rs. 50/- |
Payment Mode: Online (via Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking).
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website of CMOH Paschim Bardhaman or click the "Apply Online" link below.
- Read the official notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Click on "Apply Online" and register with your details.
- Fill the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (Rs. 100/- for General, Rs. 50/- for Reserved categories).
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before 19 March 2026.
- Take a printout/save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
- Start Date of Registration & Online Fee Payment: 01 March 2026
- Last Date of Registration & Online Fee Payment: 19 March 2026
- Last Date of Online Submission of Application: 19 March 2026
- Admit Card Release: To be notified on official website
- Written Test Date: To be announced
- Interview Dates: To be announced after written test/academic result
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