District Health and Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Birbhum, has released Memo No. DHFWS-II/HR-2026/732 for 48 contractual vacancies: Medical Officer-AYUSH (MHT) under RBSK for Male candidates (10), Medical Officer-AYUSH (MHT) under RBSK for Female candidates (14), Pharmacist under RBSK (23) and Public Health Manager under NUHM (1). Applications are online at wbhealth.gov.in from 15 October 2026 and close at midnight on 4 November 2026. Do not send hard copies by post — the process is entirely online.
Important Note
1. All three deadlines — registration, fee payment and form submission — fall on 4 November 2026 at midnight. There is no separate fee payment window. Complete the entire process in one session.
2. The application fee (Rs. 100 General / Rs. 50 Reserved) is paid online by net banking or credit/debit card — not NEFT. Do not attempt NEFT payment.
3. Medical Officer-AYUSH applicants must have completed their compulsory internship at the time of submitting the form. Internship-pending candidates are not eligible. The Public Health Manager post additionally requires 2 years of post-qualification experience in health programme management.
DHFWS Birbhum Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | District Health and Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Birbhum, West Bengal |
| Memo No. | DHFWS-II/HR-2026/732 |
| Posts | Medical Officer-AYUSH (MHT) – Male, Medical Officer-AYUSH (MHT) – Female, Pharmacist (RBSK), Public Health Manager (NUHM) |
| Total Vacancies | 48 |
| Engagement Type | Contractual under National Health Mission |
| Pay | Rs. 32,000 (MO-AYUSH) / Rs. 22,000 (Pharmacist) / Rs. 35,000 (PHM) per month (consolidated) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40 years (as on 1 January 2026) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 (General) / Rs. 50 (Reserved) — online payment only |
| Application Mode | Online only (no hard copy by post) |
| Application Start | 15 October 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 4 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Panel Validity | Up to 1 year from date of DLSC approval |
| Official Website | wbhealth.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Starts | 15 October 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 4 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 4 November 2026 (midnight) |
| Panel Validity | Up to 1 year from DLSC approval |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Pay | Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer-AYUSH (MHT) – Male | 10 | Rs. 32,000 | RBSK |
| Medical Officer-AYUSH (MHT) – Female | 14 | Rs. 32,000 | RBSK |
| Pharmacist under RBSK | 23 | Rs. 22,000 | RBSK |
| Public Health Manager under NUHM | 1 | Rs. 35,000 | NUHM (Sainthia ULB) |
| Total | 48 |
Category-wise Breakup
Medical Officer-AYUSH (Male) – 10 posts:
UR-4, UR(EC)-1, SC-1, SC(EC)-1, ST-1, OBC-1, EWS(EC)-1.
Medical Officer-AYUSH (Female) – 14 posts:
UR-5, UR(EC)-2, UR(PwBD)-1, SC-2, SC(EC)-1, ST-1, OBC-1, EWS(EC)-1.
Pharmacist under RBSK – 23 posts:
UR-7, UR(EC)-4, UR(PwBD)-1, SC-5, SC(EC)-1, ST-1, OBC-1, OBC(EC)-1, EWS-1, EWS(EC)-1 (as per 100-point roster 2026).
Public Health Manager (NUHM) – 1 post:
UR-1 (Sainthia ULB).
Eligibility Criteria
Medical Officer-AYUSH (MHT) – Male and Female
- BHMS / BAMS / BUMS degree from an institution recognised by the respective council.
- Compulsory internship must be completed at the time of submitting the application.
- Valid registration certificate from the respective council (Homoeopathic / Ayurvedic / Unani).
- Must be able to read, write and speak in Bengali.
Pharmacist under RBSK
- Two-year Diploma in Pharmacy (D-Pharma, Allopathic) from a PCI / AICTE approved institute.
- Valid registration certificate from the West Bengal Pharmacy Council.
- Must be able to read, write and speak in Bengali.
Public Health Manager under NUHM
Qualification (one of the following):
- Graduation in Dental / Nursing, or
- Master’s degree in Life Science (Botany, Zoology, Human Physiology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics), or
- Master’s degree in Economics, or
- Graduation in Social Science with Master’s in Public Health / Preventive and Social Medicine, or
- Graduation in any discipline with MBA in Human Resource / Health Care.
Computer proficiency including MS Office and internet is required.
Experience: 2 years of post-qualification experience in health programme management (disease surveillance, community mobilisation, inter-sectoral collaboration, IEC/BCC activities, quality control, monitoring and evaluation).
Language: Must be able to read, write and speak in Bengali.
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
Maximum 40 years. Relaxation as per West Bengal Government norms for reserved categories.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 100 | Online (net banking / credit/debit card) |
| Reserved Categories | Rs. 50 | Online (net banking / credit/debit card) |
No NEFT payment. Fee is paid through the online portal’s payment gateway.
Selection Process
- Academic qualification-based screening and shortlisting.
- Document verification.
- Computer test where applicable.
The approved panel remains valid for up to one year from the date of DLSC approval.
Documents to Keep Ready (for DV stage)
- Permanent residence proof of West Bengal
- Proof of Bengali language proficiency
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Degree / Diploma certificate and mark sheets
- Internship completion certificate (for MO-AYUSH posts)
- Council registration certificate (respective council for AYUSH; WB Pharmacy Council for Pharmacist)
- Caste / EWS / PwBD certificate issued on or before 4 November 2026 by West Bengal competent authority
- Experience certificate in the prescribed format (for Public Health Manager post)
- Scanned photograph and signature (for online submission)
How to Apply for DHFWS Birbhum Recruitment 2026
- Visit wbhealth.gov.in and open the “On-line Recruitment” section.
- Register with your name, email ID and mobile number (from 15 October 2026, 11:00 AM).
- Fill in personal, educational and category details accurately.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the applicable fee online (Rs. 100 or Rs. 50) via net banking or card.
- Submit the form before 4 November 2026 at midnight.
- Download and retain the printout of the submitted online form for document verification — do not send it by post.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Memo DHFWS-II/HR-2026/732) | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| WB Health Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there?
48: MO-AYUSH Male (10), MO-AYUSH Female (14), Pharmacist under RBSK (23) and Public Health Manager under NUHM (1).
What is the last date to apply?
4 November 2026 at midnight. Registration, fee payment and form submission all close at the same time.
Must the AYUSH internship be completed before applying?
Yes. Compulsory internship must be completed at the time of form submission.
Is there an NEFT payment option?
No. Fee is paid online via net banking or credit/debit card. NEFT is not accepted.
Should I send a hard copy by post?
No. Applications are entirely online. Hard copies must not be sent.
What is the pay for Public Health Manager?
Rs. 35,000 per month (consolidated), the highest among the four posts.
What experience does PHM require?
2 years of post-qualification experience in health programme management.
Disclaimer
This article is based on DHFWS Birbhum Memo No. DHFWS-II/HR-2026/732, published on wbhealth.gov.in. Candidates must verify all eligibility conditions in the official notification. JobShouter is not associated with the District Health and Family Welfare Samiti, Birbhum, or the Government of West Bengal. This article is for informational purposes only.
