Jharkhand NHM Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026 – Complete Notification Details
Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS), under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand, has released an important recruitment notification for the selection of Specialist Medical Officers through a bidding process.
This recruitment is being conducted under various programs of the National Health Mission (NHM), Jharkhand. Eligible MBBS doctors with postgraduate specialization in relevant medical disciplines are invited to participate in the bidding process for empanelment and engagement in different district hospitals, sub-divisional hospitals, community health centres, and referral hospitals across Jharkhand.
A total of 181 Specialist Medical Officer positions are available in multiple specializations such as Obstetrics & Gynaecology, General Medicine, Radiology, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Anaesthesia, ENT, Dermatology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Ophthalmology, and Surgery.
This recruitment is a major opportunity for specialist doctors seeking government healthcare assignments in Jharkhand under NHM.
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS) |
| Department | Health & Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand |
| Post Name | Specialist Medical Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 181 |
| Mode of Selection | Bidding Process |
| Engagement Type | Contract Basis |
| Age Limit | 21 to 69 Years |
| Last Date to Submit Bid | 25 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Website | www.jrhms.jharkhand.gov.in |
Apply and Notification Link Table
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification | Click Here |
| Submit Online Bid | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTvkcOoF0M03S5TuAnqdHrQrOjG93C3y9Kt6Q3VKUpijajl9A/viewform |
| Official Website | www.jrhms.jharkhand.gov.in |
Total Vacancies – 181 Specialist Posts
As mentioned in the notification (Page 1 and Annexure pages 3–6), 181 specialist positions are vacant across multiple districts of Jharkhand.
The vacancies are distributed among:
- District Hospitals (DH)
- Sub-Divisional Hospitals (SDH)
- Community Health Centres (CHC)
- Referral Hospitals (RH)
Each district has specific specialization requirements.
Specializations Available
The following specializations are included:
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- ENT Surgeon
- Radiologist
- General Medicine
- Orthopedics
- Anaesthetist
- Paediatrician
- Dermatologist
- Psychiatrist (cum PO)
- Pathologist
- Ophthalmic Surgeon
- Surgeon
- Cardiologist
These posts are spread across districts including Bokaro, Chatra, Deoghar, Dhanbad, Dumka, East Singhbhum, Garhwa, Giridih, Godda, Gumla, Hazaribagh, Jamtara, Khunti, Koderma, Latehar, Lohardaga, Pakur, Palamu, Ramgarh, Sahibganj, Saraikela, Simdega, West Singhbhum and others.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- MBBS Degree
AND - Postgraduate Degree/Diploma from NMC recognized institution in relevant specialization
Recognized Specializations include:
- Gynecology & Obstetrics
- Surgery
- Ophthalmology
- Pathology
- General Medicine
- Orthopedics
- Psychiatry
- Dermatology
- Radiology
- Anaesthesia
- ENT
- Paediatrics
Only candidates holding valid postgraduate qualifications in relevant specialty are eligible.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 69 Years
Age limit as mentioned in notification (Page 1).
This wide age range makes it suitable even for senior experienced specialists.
Bidding Process Explained
This recruitment follows a unique bidding model instead of conventional written exam.
Key Points from Guidelines (Page 2):
- Eligible candidates must submit bid in prescribed Google Form.
- Candidates can bid for maximum 3 facilities.
- Monthly bid amount must not exceed Rs. 3,00,000 per month.
- Quoted bid is final.
- Facility-wise shortlisting will be done.
- Selection based on L1 (Lowest Bidder).
- In case of tie:
- Higher qualification preferred (Degree over Diploma)
- More experience preferred
- Older candidate preferred
- Preference to Physically Handicapped and Reserved Category candidates in L1 negotiation.
- Agreement initially for 3 years (co-terminus with financial year).
- Selected doctors cannot practice privately within 2 km radius of allotted facility.
- Allotted facility is non-transferable.
This bidding system allows doctors to quote their expected monthly remuneration within prescribed limits.
Contract & Service Conditions
- Purely contract basis
- Maximum 7 days per month engagement limit not applicable here (this was RNU case; ignore for this)
- Agreement initially for 3 years
- Performance allowance after 1 year
- Must reside in government residence if available
- Otherwise within 3 km radius of district hospital
- Private practice restricted within 2 km radius
- Termination possible with notice period
- Work must comply with defined TOR and responsibilities
Remuneration
Monthly remuneration will be as per quoted bid amount.
Upper Limit: Rs. 3,00,000 per month
The lowest bidder (L1) for each facility will be selected.
Performance-based incentives may apply after one year.
District-wise Vacancy Highlights
Based on annexure tables (Pages 3 to 6):
Major districts with multiple vacancies include:
- Bokaro
- Chatra
- Deoghar
- Dhanbad
- East Singhbhum
- Garhwa
- Giridih
- Godda
- Gumla
- Hazaribagh
- Jamtara
- Khunti
- Koderma
- Latehar
- Lohardaga
- Pakur
- Palamu
- Ramgarh
- Sahibganj
- Saraikela
- Simdega
- West Singhbhum
Each district has designated facility types: DH, SDH, CHC, RH.
Specialists can review facility-wise vacancy list in notification annexure.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Read notification carefully.
- Visit Google Form link.
- Fill personal details.
- Provide educational qualification.
- Enter registration and experience details.
- Select up to 3 facilities.
- Quote monthly bid amount (not exceeding 3 lakh).
- Submit form before 25 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
No offline application required.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Bid | 25 March 2026 |
| Mode | Online Google Form |
Why This Recruitment is Important
- Large scale specialist recruitment
- Flexible bidding model
- High remuneration ceiling (3 lakh/month)
- Contract for 3 years
- Work under National Health Mission
- Opportunity to serve in district healthcare facilities
- Suitable for experienced and retired specialists
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The Jharkhand NHM Specialist Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 offers 181 vacancies across multiple districts through a structured bidding process.
Eligible specialist doctors with MBBS and postgraduate qualifications can apply online and quote their expected monthly remuneration up to Rs. 3 lakh.
The last date to submit the bid is 25 March 2026.
Interested candidates should carefully review facility-wise vacancies and bidding guidelines before submitting their application.
For complete details, refer to the notification linked above.
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