Last Date to Apply – 30 November 2025
By: Manjushaa Sinha
District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Hooghly has announced a major recruitment drive for 2025, inviting online applications for 595 contractual positions under NHM, NUHM, AYUSH, and other health programs. This opportunity is open to eligible candidates who are permanent residents of West Bengal and meet the required qualifications. The recruitment spans a wide range of roles including Medical Officers, Staff Nurses, Pharmacists, Lab Technicians, and Specialists. The application process is entirely online and runs from 12 November to 30 November 2025. Interested applicants must carefully review the eligibility criteria, selection process, and important dates before applying.
Job Overview – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| Recruitment Title | DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025 |
|---|---|
| Organization | District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Hooghly |
| Post Name | Specialist, Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, MO, and other posts |
| Total Vacancies | 595 |
| Application Mode | Online |
Important Dates – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| SI No. | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Publication of Advertisement | 10/11/2025 |
| 02 | Start Date of Online Application | 12/11/2025 |
| 03 | Last Date of Registration | 26/11/2025 |
| 04 | Last Date of Submission of Application Fees | 26/11/2025 |
| 05 | Last Date of Full Submission of Form | 30/11/2025 |
Vacancy Details – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| SI No. | Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Category Distribution | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psychologist (DEIC) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹28,000 |
| 2 | Lab Technician (DEIC) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹22,000 |
| 3 | RMNCH+A Counsellor | 3 | UR – 1, SC – 1, EWS – 1 | ₹20,000 |
| 4 | Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) | 2 | SC – 1, ST – 1 | ₹30,000 |
| 5 | Ophthalmic Assistant (NPCB&VI) | 2 | SC – 1, UR – 1 | ₹18,000 |
| 6 | Peer Support (NVHCP) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹10,000 |
| 7 | Block Epidemiologist (XVFC) | 2 | SC – 1, UR – 1 | ₹35,000 |
| 8 | Block Public Health Manager | 5 | UR – 2, SC – 1, ST – 1, EWS – 1 | ₹35,000 |
| 9 | Block Data Manager | 2 | SC – 1, UR – 1 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 | Lab Technician (XVFC) | 7 | UR – 3, SC – 2, OBC(A) – 1, UR PwD – 1 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 | VBD Technical Supervisor | 3 | SC – 1, UR – 1, EWS – 1 | ₹22,000 + ₹2,000 POL |
| 12 | Multi Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE) | 6 | UR – 2, SC – 1, ST – 1, OBC(A) – 1, EWS – 1 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 | Sanitary Attendant (NPHCE) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 | Lab Technician (NPCDCS) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 | Counsellor (NPCDCS) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 | District Programme Coordinator (NTEP) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹32,000 |
| 17 | District PPM Coordinator (NTEP) | 1 | ST – 1 | ₹26,000 |
| 18 | Senior Treatment Supervisor (STS) | 3 | UR – 2, OBC(A) – 1 | ₹25,000 |
| 19 | Senior TB Lab Supervisor (STLS) | 1 | OBC(A) – 1 | ₹25,000 |
| 20 | Lab Technician (NTEP) | 3 | SC – 1, UR PwD – 1, OBC(A) – 1 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 | TBHV | 2 | ST – 2 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 | Medical Officer (ART) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹72,000 |
| 23 | Staff Nurse (ART) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹21,000 |
| 24 | Pharmacist (ART) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 | AYUSH Doctor (Musculoskeletal Program) | 5 | BHMS – 3 (UR, SC, EWS), BAMS – 2 (UR, SC) | ₹40,000 |
| 26 | Multipurpose Worker (MPW) | 5 | SC – 1, UR – 2, EWS – 1, ST – 1 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 | AYUSH Doctor (Ayurvidya Program) | 1 | UR – 1 | ₹40,000 |
Age Limit – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 67 years (varies by post) |
Salary Structure – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| Post | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | ₹60,000 – ₹80,000 |
| Staff Nurse | ₹25,000 |
| Pharmacist | ₹22,000 |
| CHA | ₹13,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Education | 10+2, GNM, B.Sc Nursing, MBBS, DMLT, BMLT, PG in relevant fields |
|---|---|
| Experience | Varies by post; minimum 1–2 years preferred |
| Other | Permanent resident of West Bengal; proficiency in local language |
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Psychologist (DEIC) | Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology |
| Lab Technician (DEIC) | Higher Secondary (Science) + DMLT |
| RMNCH+A Counsellor | Graduation in Social Science |
| Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) | M.Phil in Clinical Psychology or RCI-recognized qualification + 1 year experience |
| Ophthalmic Assistant (NPCB&VI) | Higher Secondary with Physics, Chemistry & Biology |
| Peer Support (NVHCP) | Higher Secondary |
| Block Epidemiologist | M.Sc. in Life Science/Epidemiology OR BAMS/BUMS/BHMS with MPH |
| Block Public Health Manager | M.Sc. in Life Science + PG Degree/Diploma in Management |
| Block Data Manager | Graduation |
| Lab Technician (BPHU) | Class 12 (Science) + DMLT |
| VBD Technical Supervisor | Science Graduate (Biological Science) + Two-wheeler license |
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker | Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy + 2 years experience |
| Sanitary Attendant | Madhyamik (Class X) |
| Lab Technician (NPCDCS) | 10+2 (Science) + DMLT |
| Counsellor (NPCDCS) | Graduation in Social Science + 2 years experience |
| District Programme Coordinator (NTEP) | MBA / PG Diploma in Management/Health Admin + 1 year experience |
| District PPM Coordinator (NTEP) | Post Graduate + 1 year experience + Two-wheeler license |
| Senior Treatment Supervisor (STS) | Graduate in Science + Two-wheeler license |
| Senior TB Lab Supervisor (STLS) | Graduate with DMLT/BMLT + Two-wheeler license |
| Lab Technician (NTEP) | 10+2 (Science) + DMLT |
| TBHV | Graduate in Science + 1 year experience as MPW/LHV/ANM |
| Medical Officer (ART) | MBBS + Valid Registration |
| Staff Nurse (ART) | B.Sc. Nursing OR GNM + State Nursing Council registration |
| Pharmacist (ART) | Bachelor’s or Diploma in Pharmacy + State Pharmacy Council registration |
| Ayush Doctor (Musculoskeletal) | BAMS or BHMS degree |
| MPW (Musculoskeletal) | Graduation + 1 Year Diploma in Computer Application |
| Ayush Doctor (Ayurvidya) | BAMS degree |
| MPW (Ayurvidya) | Graduation + 1 Year Diploma in Computer Application |
| Medical Officer (UPHC) | MBBS + 1-year internship + WB Medical Council registration |
| Staff Nurse (UPHC) | GNM or B.Sc. Nursing + WB Nursing Council registration |
| Pharmacist (UPHC) | D.Pharma + WB Pharmacy Council registration |
| Lab Technician (UPHC) | Higher Secondary (Science) + DMLT |
| Community Health Assistant – Urban | ANM or GNM + WB Nursing Council registration |
| Medical Officer-in-Charge (UCHC) | MBBS + PG in Public Health/Community Medicine/Hospital Admin |
| Nursing In-Charge (UCHC) | M.Sc. in Nursing + WB Nursing Council registration |
| Specialist (Physician) (UCHC) | MBBS + PG Degree/DNB in Medicine |
| Specialist (Gynaecologist) (UCHC) | MBBS + PG Degree/DNB/Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics |
| Specialist (Paediatrician) (UCHC) | MBBS + PG Degree/DNB/Diploma in Paediatrics |
| MO (UCHC) | MBBS + 1-year internship + WB Medical Council registration |
| MO Dental (UCHC) | BDS + WB Dental Council registration + 2 years experience |
| Staff Nurse (UCHC) | GNM or B.Sc. Nursing + WB Nursing Council registration |
| Pharmacist (UCHC) | D.Pharma + WB Pharmacy Council registration |
| Lab Technician (UCHC) | Higher Secondary (Science) + DMLT |
| Ophthalmic Assistant (UCHC) | Higher Secondary (Science) |
| Medical Officer (DHWC) | MBBS + 1-year internship + WB Medical Council registration |
| Staff Nurse (DHWC) | GNM or B.Sc. Nursing + WB Nursing Council registration |
| GHA-U (DHWC) | ANM or GNM + WB Nursing Council registration |
| Specialist MO (Medicine) (Polyclinic) | MBBS + PG Degree/DNB in Medicine |
| Specialist MO (Gynaecology) (Polyclinic) | MBBS + PG Degree/DNB/Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics |
| Specialist MO (Paediatrics) (Polyclinic) | MBBS + PG Degree/DNB/Diploma in Paediatrics |
| Specialist MO (Ophthalmology) (Polyclinic) | MBBS + PG Degree/DNB/Diploma in Ophthalmology |
| Staff Nurse (Polyclinic) | GNM or B.Sc. Nursing + WB Nursing Council registration |
| Counsellor (Polyclinic) | Graduation in Social Science + 2 years experience in Health/Social Sector |
Category-Wise Breakdown – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| General | Open |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS | As per West Bengal Govt norms |
Application Fee – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| General | ₹100 |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS | ₹50 |
How to Apply – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| Mode | Online only |
|---|---|
| Website | https://hr.wbhealth.gov.in |
| Print Copy | Download and retain for document verification. No need to send by post. |
Essential Links
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Detailed PDF Notification | Download the official recruitment notification with post-wise details, eligibility, and selection process. |
| Apply Online – WB Health Portal | Submit your application online for DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025 through the official portal. |
| Hooghly District Official Website | Visit the district website for updates, notices, and recruitment-related announcements. |
Documents Required – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
- 10th/12th Marksheet and Certificate
- Degree/Diploma/Professional Qualification Certificates
- Experience Certificates (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Components | Weightage | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Test | Subject Knowledge, General Aptitude | Varies by post | 60–90 minutes |
| Interview | Communication, Experience, Domain Knowledge | As per DLSC norms | 15–30 minutes |
Selection Procedure – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Psychologist (DEIC) | Academic + Experience + Written Test + Interview |
| Lab Technician (DEIC) | Academic + Experience + Written Test + Interview |
| RMNCH+A Counsellor | Academic + Experience + Written Test |
| Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) | Academic Weightage + Experience + Interview |
| Ophthalmic Assistant (NPCB&VI) | Academic + Experience + Interview |
| Peer Support (NVHCP) | Academic + Interview |
| Block Epidemiologist | Academic + Computer Test + Interview |
| Block Public Health Manager | Academic + Computer Test + Interview |
| Block Data Manager | Academic + Computer Test |
| Lab Technician (BPHU) | Academic + Experience |
| VBD Technical Supervisor | Academic + Experience + Computer Knowledge + Interview |
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker | Qualification + Experience + Interview |
| Sanitary Attendant | Qualification + Experience + Interview |
| Lab Technician (NPCDCS) | Qualification + Experience |
| Counsellor (NPCDCS) | Qualification + Experience + Written Test |
| District Programme Coordinator (NTEP) | Academic + Experience + Computer Test |
| District PPM Coordinator (NTEP) | Academic + Experience + Computer Test |
| Senior Treatment Supervisor (STS) | Academic + Experience + Computer Test |
| Senior TB Lab Supervisor (STLS) | Academic + Experience + Computer Test |
| Lab Technician (NTEP) | Academic + Experience |
| TBHV | Academic + Experience + Computer Test |
| Medical Officer (ART) | Interview |
| Staff Nurse (ART) | Written Exam + Interview + Computer Test |
| Pharmacist (ART) | Written Exam + Interview + Computer Test |
| Ayush Doctor (NAM) | Academic + Experience (weighted) |
| Multipurpose Worker (NAM) | Academic + Computer Test + Experience |
| Medical Officer (UPHC) | Interview |
| Staff Nurse (UPHC) | Written Test + Interview |
| Pharmacist (UPHC) | Written Test + Interview |
| Lab Technician (UPHC) | Written Test + Interview |
| Community Health Assistant – Urban | Academic + Interview |
| Medical Officer-in-Charge (UCHC) | Interview |
| Nursing In-Charge (UCHC) | Interview |
| Specialist MO (UCHC) | Interview |
| MO Dental (UCHC) | Interview |
| Staff Nurse (UCHC) | Written Test + Interview |
| Pharmacist (UCHC) | Written Test + Interview |
| Lab Technician (UCHC) | Written Test + Interview |
| Ophthalmic Assistant (UCHC) | Academic + Interview |
| Medical Officer (DHWC) | Interview |
| Staff Nurse (DHWC) | Written Test + Interview |
| GHA-U (DHWC) | Academic + Interview |
| Specialist MO (Polyclinic) | Interview |
| Counsellor (Polyclinic) | Academic + Experience + Interview |
Job Location
| District | Hooghly, West Bengal |
|---|---|
| Hiring Office | Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Hooghly |
| Address | New Administrative Building (2nd Floor), PO – Chinsurah, Hooghly – 712101 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025?
It is a contractual recruitment drive by the District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Hooghly for 595 posts under NHM, NUHM, AYUSH, and other programs.
2. Who can apply for these posts?
Permanent residents of West Bengal with required qualifications and experience as per post-specific criteria.
3. What is the application mode?
Applications must be submitted online through the WB Health recruitment portal between 12–30 November 2025.
4. Is there any application fee?
Yes. ₹100 for General category and ₹50 for Reserved categories, payable online only.
5. What is the age limit for applicants?
Minimum age is 18 years and maximum age varies by post, generally up to 40 or 60 years.
6. What is the selection process?
Selection includes academic weightage, experience, written test, computer test, and interview depending on the post.
7. Can I apply for multiple posts?
Yes, but separate applications and fees must be submitted for each post.
8. What documents are required?
Educational certificates, experience proof, caste/disability/EWS certificates, photo ID, and passport-size photo.
9. Will there be any relaxation in age?
Yes, age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates and existing NHM employees as per norms.
10. What is the salary structure?
Monthly consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹72,000 depending on the post.
11. Where will the job location be?
All posts are based in Hooghly district, West Bengal, under various health units and hospitals.
12. How will I be notified about selection?
All updates will be published on the official website. No personal communication will be made.