📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
WBHFW District Entomologist Recruitment 2026
The West Bengal Department of Health & Family Welfare (WBHFW) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 12 District Entomologist posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official WBHFW website. The last date to submit the application form is 13 February 2026.
Overview Table
| Company Name | Posts | Total Vacancies | Last Date | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Bengal Department of Health & Family Welfare (WBHFW) | District Entomologist | 12 | 13 February 2026 | www.wbhealth.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Entomologist | SC | 2 | ₹ 40,000 per month |
| ST | 1 | ||
| UR | 5 | ||
| OBC-A | 1 | ||
| OBC-B | 1 | ||
| PWD (BLINDNESS AND LOW VISION) | 1 | ||
| EWS | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for District Entomologist
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate in Zoology with Entomology as one of the paper.
- Desirable Experience: Minimum 6 months research under recognized University / Public Health experience.
- Age Limit: Up to 40 years (as on 1 January 2021). Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per Govt norms.
🎯 Selection Process
Valid online applications will be shortlisted based on marks obtained in academic qualification and work experience. Shortlisted candidates will be called in a 1:10 ratio against the declared position for a computer examination. Candidates selected based on academic qualification, experience, and computer examination will be called in a 1:5 ratio for an interview.
Application Fee
- General candidates: ₹100/-
- Reserved category candidates: ₹50/-
📅 Important Dates
- Start date of Application: 30 January 2026 (From 11:00 AM)
- Last date of Registration: 09 February 2026 (Midnight)
- Last date of Submission of application Fees: 11 February 2026 (Midnight)
- Last date of full Submission of form: 13 February 2026 (Midnight)
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FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for WBHFW District Entomologist Recruitment?
A: The last date to submit the online application form is 13 February 2026 (Midnight).
Q2: What is the educational qualification required?
A: Candidates must have a Post Graduate degree in Zoology with Entomology as one of the paper.
Q3: What is the age limit for these posts?
A: The maximum age limit is 40 years as of 1 January 2021, with relaxations for reserved categories.