Bankura DHFWS Recruitment 2026

🚀 An outstanding opportunity has emerged for medical and paramedical professionals in West Bengal! The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Bankura, operating under the National Health Mission (NHM), Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal, has released a recruitment notification for various positions. This is your chance to contribute to public health initiatives on a contractual basis and secure a prestigious Sarkari Naukri in your home state!

With a total of 60 vacancies across 19 diverse posts, this recruitment drive offers roles ranging from Medical Officers to Community Health Assistants. If you are a permanent resident of West Bengal with knowledge of local languages and meet the specific eligibility criteria, prepare to apply online. Don't miss this golden opportunity to serve and grow your career! 📅

🎯 Quick Highlights

• Organization: District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Bankura
• Post Name: Medical Officer, Laboratory Technician, Counsellor, etc. (19 posts)
• Total Vacancies: 60 Posts
• Salary: Up to ₹60,000/- per month (Consolidated)
• Application Start Date: 10 February 2026 (11 AM)
• Last Date to Apply: 25 February 2026 (Midnight) ⏳
• Application Mode: Online Only
• Job Type: Contractual Government Job

📋 Vacancy Details

The DHFWS Bankura recruitment drive aims to fill 60 contractual positions across the following programmes/units. Detailed category-wise breakdowns for each post are provided in the official notification. Here's a summary:

Sl. No.	Programme / Unit	Post Name	Total Posts	Consolidated Remuneration (₹)
1	Blood Service	MEDICAL OFFICER	04	60,000/-
2	FRU	GENERAL DUTY MEDICAL OFFICER	15	60,000/-
3	FRU	Laboratory Technician	01	22,000/-
4	RKSK	MEDICAL OFFICER	01	60,000/-
5	CHILD HEALTH-NRC	MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER	02	18,000/-
6	Child Health-SNCU	Navyatak Sahayika	02	8,000/-
7	NUHM	COMMUNITY HEALTH ASSISTANT (URBAN)	06	13,000/-
8	NMHP	CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST	02	18,000/-
9	NPHCE	MULTI REHABILITATION WORKER	11	18,000/-
10	Blood Service	COUNSELLOR	02	20,000/-
11	NPCB&VI	COUNSELLOR	01	20,000/-
12	NUHM	MEDICAL OFFICER	01	60,000/-
13	Blood Service	TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR	02	22,000/-
14	Blood Service	LABORATORY TECHNICIAN	02	22,000/-
15	CHILD HEALTH-NRC	NUTRITIONIST- (ONLY FOR FEMALE CANDIDATES)	01	25,000/-
16	NVBDCP	LABORATORY TECHNICIAN	02	22,000/-
17	NVBDCP	VBD TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR	02	22,000/-
18	NTEP	STLS	01	25,000/-
19	NTEP	District PPM Co-Ordinator	01	26,000/-

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for these Bankura DHFWS positions, candidates must meet specific age and educational qualifications as of the date of advertisement. All essential qualifications, council registrations (where applicable), and certificates must be obtained on or before 10 February 2026. Only permanent residents of West Bengal with knowledge of local languages are eligible. 🇮🇳

Age Limit:

• For Medical Officer (Blood Service), General Duty Medical Officer (FRU), Medical Officer (NUHM): Maximum 67 Years.
• For Medical Officer (RKSK): Maximum 45 Years.
• For Laboratory Technician (FRU), Medical Social Worker, Navyatak Sahayika, Community Health Assistant (Urban), Clinical Psychologist, Multi Rehabilitation Worker, Counsellor (Blood Service/NPCB&VI), Technical Supervisor (Blood Service), Laboratory Technician (Blood Service/NVBDCP), Nutritionist, VBD Technical Supervisor, STLS, District PPM Co-Ordinator: Minimum 20 or 21 Years, Maximum 40 Years.
• Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories as per West Bengal Government norms. Additionally, existing employees working in the same position (applying afresh) will receive a 5-year age relaxation.

Educational Qualification & Experience (Post-wise Details):

1. MEDICAL OFFICER (Blood Service/GDMO-FRU/RKSK/NUHM):

• Essential: MBBS Degree from an MCI-recognized institution, completion of a 1-year compulsory rotatory internship, and registration under WBMC.
• For MO (NUHM): Retired Additional Medical Officers are also eligible.
• Preferential: Weightage will be given for higher qualifications (e.g., PG Degree/Diploma in G&O or Paediatrics for MO-RKSK).

2. Laboratory Technician (FRU/Blood Service/NVBDCP):

• Essential: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biological Science.
• AND: Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) / Diploma in Laboratory Techniques (DLT) from a recognized institution (State Medical Faculty for FRU, Govt. of WB or STM for NVBDCP).
• OR (For Blood Service LT/TS only): Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT) OR Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in MLT (M.Sc. in MLT or PGDMLT) from a recognized university.
• Experience (Preferential/Desirable): Post-qualification experience in a licensed laboratory/blood bank (specific durations mentioned in notification, e.g., 6 months to 2 years depending on degree level). Computer proficiency is also desirable.

3. MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER (Child Health-NRC):

• Essential: Graduate degree (BA/B.Sc/B.Com) from a recognized University, 1 year diploma in Computer Application from a reputed organization, and strong computer knowledge (OS, MS Office, Internet browsing).

4. Navyatak Sahayika (Child Health-SNCU):

• Essential: H.S Passed and good communication & counselling skills in local language.

5. COMMUNITY HEALTH ASSISTANT (URBAN) - Only Female Candidates:

• Essential: Passed ANM or GNM course from an Indian Nursing Council recognized institute, registered with the West Bengal Nursing Council. Must be proficient in Bengali and a permanent resident of Bankura District.

6. CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST (NMHP):

• Essential: Recognized qualification in Clinical Psychology (RCI approved) OR PG degree in Psychology/Clinical Psychology/Applied Psychology OR M.Phil in Clinical Psychology/Medical and Social Psychology (2-year full-time course with supervised clinical training) from a UGC-recognized university. Minimum 1 year experience from a recognized institute.

7. MULTI REHABILITATION WORKER (NPHCE):

• Essential: Bachelors in Physiotherapy with at least 2 years working experience in a hospital.
• Desirable: Master Degree in Physiotherapy.

8. COUNSELLOR (Blood Service/NPCB&VI):

• Essential (Blood Service): Masters/Post Graduate degree in Psychology/Social work/Sociology/Anthropology/Human Development from a recognized institution, along with working knowledge of computers.
• Essential (NPCB&VI): Graduation in Social Science from a recognized institution, excellent interpersonal communication skills, knowledge of MS-Office & computer skills, fluency in local language (written & spoken), and 2 years working experience in Health/Social Sector.
• Desirable: 1 year experience in blood banking counselling (for Blood Service), Master Degree in Social Science (for NPCB&VI).

9. TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR (Blood Service/VBD-NVBDCP):

• Essential (Blood Service): Same as Laboratory Technician (Blood Service) qualification above. Working knowledge of computer.
• Essential (VBD-NVBDCP): Science Graduate with Biological Science (as paper or in Class XI-XII) or any graduate with Bio Science. Must have a valid Two-Wheeler Driving License. Preferably resident of West Bengal with local language knowledge.
• Preferential/Desirable: Experience in health-related programmes.

10. NUTRITIONIST (Child Health-NRC) - Only Female Candidates:

• Essential: B.Sc or M.Sc in Foods and Nutrition or an equivalent course with computer knowledge. Candidate must be able to read, write, and speak in Bengali.

11. SENIOR TUBERCULOSIS LABORATORY SUPERVISOR (STLS-NTEP):

• Essential: Graduate with DMLT or BMLT from a recognized Institute, proficient in various computer programming (MS Word, Excel), and possess a permanent two-wheeler driving license with the ability to drive.
• Preferential: Minimum 1 year experience in any National Health Programme.

12. DISTRICT PPM (Public Private Mix) COORDINATOR (NTEP):

• Essential: Post Graduate in any discipline, 1 year experience in Communication / ACSM / Public Private Partnership / Health projects / Programmes. Must have a permanent two-wheeler driving license with the ability to drive, and working knowledge of computers.
• Preferential: Certificate / Diploma / Degree / Masters holders in Social Sciences / Mass Media / Communication / Rural Development Advocacy / Partnerships / related field.

💰 Salary & Benefits

The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Bankura, offers attractive consolidated remuneration for these contractual positions. It's important to note that these are consolidated figures, implying that all allowances (like DA, HRA) are included within the stated amount. No other benefits such as continuity of length of service or rationalization benefits are applicable for these positions. The salary range is from ₹8,000/- to ₹60,000/- per month, depending on the post. Existing employees who apply and are selected will start as freshers in the new position with this revised entry-point remuneration. 📈

📝 Selection Process

The selection process for DHFWS Bankura Recruitment 2026 is designed to evaluate candidates based on a combination of academic merit, experience, and relevant skills. The specific weightage for each stage varies by post:

1. Document Screening: Initial screening of applications and documents to verify eligibility.
2. Scoring based on Academic Qualification: Marks are awarded for various educational levels (e.g., Madhyamik, HS, Graduation, PG, Diploma, DMLT/BMLT) with specific weightages for each.
3. Experience Weightage: Points are awarded for relevant post-qualification experience, with higher marks for more years of experience, especially in government settings.
4. Written Test: Applicable for certain posts (e.g., Counsellor Blood Service: MCQ/True or False - 80 marks; Counsellor NPCB&VI: 50 marks; Technical Supervisor/Laboratory Technician Blood Service: 70 marks).
5. Computer Test: Mandatory for posts requiring computer proficiency (e.g., Laboratory Technician, Medical Social Worker, STLS, District PPM Coordinator).
6. Interview: Personal interviews are conducted for certain posts to assess communication skills, suitability, and overall personality.

Final selection will be based on the cumulative scores obtained in the respective stages, with marks rounded off to two decimal points. Candidates will be informed about the subsequent stages if found eligible. The decision of the competent authorities will be final. ✅

💳 Application Fee

Candidates applying for the Bankura DHFWS Recruitment 2026 must pay a non-refundable application fee through online mode only (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card). Ensure to deposit the fee only once. 💸

Category	Application Fee
Unreserved (UR)	₹100/-
Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/PWD)	₹50/-

📅 Important Dates

Mark these crucial dates in your calendar to ensure a smooth application process for the Bankura NHM Recruitment 2026: 🗓️

Event	Date & Time
Online Application Start Date	10 February 2026 (11:00 AM)
Last Date for Online Registration	23 February 2026 (Midnight)
Last Date for Submission of Application Fees	23 February 2026 (Midnight)
Last Date for Full Submission of Form	25 February 2026 (Midnight)

🔗 How to Apply Online

Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully apply online for the Bankura DHFWS Recruitment 2026:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official website of West Bengal Health Department: www.wbhealth.gov.in.
2. Navigate to Recruitment Section: Look for the "On-line recruitment" or "Recruitment" link on the homepage.
3. Find the Notification: Locate the advertisement for Bankura DHFWS / NHM Recruitment 2026 and click on the "Apply Online" link.
4. New Registration: If you are a new user, click on the "New Registration" or "Register Now" option. Provide your basic details to create an application ID.
5. Fill Application Form: Log in using your registration details and fill out the detailed application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience information.
6. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified format and size. Ensure they are clear to avoid rejection.
7. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online using Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card. The application fee can only be submitted once.
8. Final Submission: After successful payment, review your entire application form carefully for any errors. Once satisfied, click on the "Final Submit" button.
9. Print Application: Download and take a printout of the submitted application form. Retain it for future reference and document verification. Do NOT send the hard copy by post.

💡 Important Tips

• Read Notification Carefully: Always thoroughly read the official notification PDF to understand all requirements for your specific post.
• Prepare Documents: Keep all essential documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/disability certificates, photograph, signature) ready in the prescribed format and size before starting the application.
• Check Eligibility: Double-check the age limit, educational qualification, and experience criteria for your chosen post to avoid disqualification.
• Local Language Proficiency: Ensure you have a good understanding and speaking ability of local languages, which is a mandatory requirement.
• WBMC/Council Registration: For medical/paramedical posts, ensure your registration with the respective council (e.g., WBMC, West Bengal Nursing Council) is valid and obtained by the specified date.
• Apply Early: To avoid last-minute technical glitches, apply well before the closing date.
• Keep ID Safe: Remember to note down your online registration number for all future correspondence.