Kolhapur Municipal Corporation NHM Specialist Recruitment 2025-26: Apply for 30 Medical Officer Posts

Kolhapur Municipal Corporation NHM Specialist Recruitment 2025-26: Apply for 30 Medical Officer Posts

Recruitment Overview

The Kolhapur Municipal Corporation (KMC), under the National Health Mission (NHM) and the 15th Finance Commission, invites applications for the recruitment of Specialist Medical Officers on a contractual basis. This recruitment is for various Urban Primary Health Centers (UPHC) and Polyclinics within the Kolhapur jurisdiction.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on Walk-in-Interviews (Merit-based), not a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

The vacancies are distributed across NHM and the 15th Finance Commission Polyclinics.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Part-Time Medical Officer (Paediatrician): MD (Pediatrics)/DCH/DNB.
• Obstetrics and Gynaecologist: MD/MS (Gyn)/DGO/DNB.
• Ophthalmologist: MS (Ophthalmology)/DOMS.
• Dermatologist: MD (Skin/VD), DVD, DNB.
• Psychiatrist: MD (Psychiatrist)/DPM/DNB.
• ENT Specialist: MS (ENT)/DORL/DNB.

Age Limit & Relaxation

• Maximum Age: 70 Years.
• Physical Fitness: Candidates above 60 years must submit a physical fitness certificate from the District Surgical Doctor at the time of document verification.
• Age as on: Date of Interview (Candidates must be holding the required qualification at the time of application).

Mandatory Requirements

• Retired government officials must not have any pending departmental inquiry.
• Candidates with criminal records are ineligible.
• Selection is purely contractual; no permanent government service rights apply.

Selection Process

This recruitment does not involve a written exam. Selection is based on:

1. Walk-in-Interview: Candidates are selected directly via interview.
2. Document Verification: Validation of educational and experience certificates.

Application Fee

Not explicitly mentioned in the notification. Candidates should verify at the time of the interview.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Prepare Documents: Gather educational certificates, experience letters, passport-size photos, and ID proof.
2. Application Form: Write the application in the prescribed format (as per advertisement) on a plain sheet.
3. Attestation: Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents.
4. Walk-in-Interview: Attend the interview at the designated venue on the specified Monday.
5. Timing: Application acceptance: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Interview: 3:00 PM onwards.
6. Submission: Submit the application at Shri. Panchganga Hospital, 2nd Floor, NUHM Office, Kolhapur.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 2025-26
• Walk-in-Interview: Every Monday
• Last Date for Appointment: June 29, 2026
• Application Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Interview Time: 3:00 PM Onwards

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is there a written exam for this recruitment?

No, this is a direct recruitment based on a Walk-in-Interview. There is no written examination.

2. What is the last date to apply?

The appointment is valid until June 29, 2026. However, interviews are conducted every Monday.

3. What is the salary for these posts?

NHM Medical Officers get ₹2,000 per visit. Polyclinic Specialists get ₹2,000 per visit plus patient fees (up to ₹5,000/month).

4. Where is the interview venue?

Shri. Panchganga Hospital, 2nd Floor, NUHM Office, Kolhapur.

5. Can retired government officers apply?

Yes, provided they have no pending departmental inquiries or criminal cases.