NHM JK Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 15 Posts - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

NHM JK Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 15 Posts - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The National Health Mission (NHM), Jammu & Kashmir has released an official notification for the recruitment of 15 Psychiatrist Posts (Specialist) under the District Mental Health Programme. This is an excellent opportunity for medical professionals holding MD/DNB in Psychiatry to work on a contractual basis with a attractive consolidated salary.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on an evaluation of academic qualifications and a Viva-Voce (Interview). No written competitive examination (Prelims/Mains) is conducted for this post.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Division-wise Breakdown

Note: Vacancies are indicative and may increase or decrease. District-wise merit lists will be prepared. Preference will be given to candidates from the concerned district. If suitable local candidates are not available, divisional merit will be considered.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• MBBS from an institution recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India.
• MD/DNB in Psychiatry or equivalent degree from an NMC recognized institution.
• Valid Registration: Must possess valid registration with NMC or Jammu & Kashmir State Medical Council for both MBBS and PG Psychiatry qualifications.

2. Domicile Requirements

• Applicant must be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
• Preference will be given to candidates belonging to the concerned district.

3. Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 65 years.
• Age Cut-off: Age is calculated as of the last date of application submission (26 February 2026).

Selection Process

Since this is Direct Recruitment, there is no written examination. The selection involves the following stages:

1. Application Screening: Checking for eligibility and completeness of documents.
2. Merit List Preparation: District-wise merit lists will be prepared based on a scoring criteria:
• MBBS Marks (Max 60 points)
• PG Qualification (10–20 points)
• Viva-Voce (20 points)
3. Viva-Voce (Interview): Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview to assess knowledge, experience, and suitability.
4. Final Selection: Based on the combined score of academic qualifications and Viva-Voce performance.

Salary and Contract Details

• Monthly Salary: ₹85,000 per month (Consolidated).
• Nature of Employment: Contractual under NHM J&K.
• Contract Period: Initially up to 31st March of the financial year. Renewable yearly based on performance and approval.

Application Fee

Details regarding application fees were not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Candidates should check the official notification PDF for any fee requirements.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Interested candidates must apply Offline by sending the filled application form via post or in-person.

1. Visit Official Website: Go to https://jknhm.jk.gov.in/.
2. Download Form: Locate and download the application form for "Psychiatrist (Specialist) under District Mental Health Programme" from the notice/career section.
3. Fill Application: Carefully fill in all details including personal info, educational qualifications (MBBS & PG details with marks), and Medical Council registration numbers.
4. Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of the following:
   • Date of Birth certificate (10th class certificate).
   • Domicile Certificate of UT Jammu & Kashmir.
   • All MBBS mark sheets and degree certificate.
   • PG Degree/Diploma in Psychiatry.
   • Registration certificates from NMC/J&K State Medical Council (for MBBS and PG).
5. Submission Address: Send the completed form to the respective office based on your division:
• For Kashmir Division: Mission Director, NHM J&K, Old Secretariat, Srinagar – 190001.
• For Jammu Division: Regional Institute of Health & Family Welfare, Nagrota, Jammu – 181221.
6. Deadline: Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 26 February 2026.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download Here
• Official Website: Visit Here