DHFWS Panchkula Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Offline Form

Recruitment Overview

The District Health and Family Welfare Society (DHFWS), Panchkula has released an official notification (Advt. No. AIDS/PKL/2026/63) for the recruitment of 05 vacancies for various posts including Lab Technician, Pharmacist, OST Counselor, ART Care Coordinator, and ICTC Counselor. This recruitment is being conducted on a contractual basis for the National Health Mission in Haryana.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment process. Selection will be based on a merit list generated from a scoring system (Essential Qualifications, Experience, and Local Area Weightage), followed by Document Verification. There is no written examination for this recruitment.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Post-wise Breakdown)

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification & Experience

Candidates must meet the specific requirements for their desired post:

• OST Counselor: Graduate degree in Psychology/Social Work/Sociology/Anthropology/Human Development/Nursing with 3 years experience in Health Programmes. OR Post Graduate in these fields. (Relaxation for PLHIV candidates).
• Lab Technician, ART: B.Sc in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) / BMLT or Diploma (MLT) / DMLS (min 2 years duration). Essential Experience: 1 year for B.Sc/BLMS; 2 years for MLT/DMLT.
• Pharmacist, ART: Bachelor/Diploma in Pharmacy registered with State Pharmacy Council. Essential Experience: 3 years for Diploma holders.
• ART Care Coordinator: 10+2 (Senior Secondary) passed. Essential: Must be a Person Living with HIV (PLHIV).
• ICTC Counselor, Barwala: Graduate/Post Graduate in Psychology/Social Work/Sociology/Anthropology/Human Development/Nursing.

2. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 42 Years
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Haryana Government rules for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS).

3. Mandatory Requirements

• Language: Knowledge of English and Local Language is essential for some posts.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of MS Office is required for OST Counselor and Pharmacist posts.

Selection Process & Weightage

Since there is no written exam, the selection will be based on a merit list calculated through a scoring system. The final merit list will be prepared based on the following criteria:

1. Essential Qualifications (30%): Based on the minimum required degree/diploma.
2. Relevant Experience (10%): Based on the work experience in National Health Programmes.
3. Local Area Weightage (10%): Preference may be given to local residents.
4. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates based on the merit score will be called for verification of original documents.

Application Fee

The notification text provided does not explicitly mention an application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official PDF notification for any fee requirements.

How to Apply (Offline Mode)

Eligible candidates must send their filled application forms via post. Follow these steps:

1. Download the official application form from the links provided below or the official website.
2. Fill in all required details accurately in the prescribed format.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents (Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, Caste Certificate, Age Proof, Passport Size Photos, etc.).
4. Prepare a covering letter with the subject: "Application for the post of [Post Name] under Advt. No. AIDS/PKL/2026/63".
5. Send the sealed envelope to the following address via Registered Post/Courier:

Address:
O/o Civil Surgeon,
A-Block, 5th Floor, Sector-06,
Panchkula, Haryana.

6. Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 27-02-2026 (5:00 PM). Late applications will be rejected.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Download Application Form / Proforma
• Official Website: www.nhmharyana.gov.in