West Bengal NHM CHO Recruitment 2025 – Full Notification, Eligibility, Vacancies, Salary, Selection Process & Apply Online Details (Bankura District)
Issued By: Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Bankura
Recruiting Under: District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, National Health Mission (NHM), Government of West Bengal
Memo No.: 5339
Date: 12 November 2025
Application Mode: Online
Start Date to Apply: 17 November 2025 (11:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply: 27 November 2025 (12:00 Midnight)
The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Bankura, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Community Health Officers (CHOs) under the National Health Mission (NHM). These posts are offered purely on a contractual basis, as per the directives of the Government of West Bengal.
This comprehensive article provides all essential details such as eligibility, salary, selection process, vacancy distribution, important dates, and application procedure, making it easy for you to understand the recruitment process clearly.
Overview of West Bengal NHM CHO Recruitment 2025 (Bankura District)
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | DHFWS, Bankura – NHM, West Bengal |
| Post Name | Community Health Officer (CHO) – Nursing & BAMS |
| Total Vacancies | 105 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Start Date | 17 November 2025 (11 AM) |
| Online Last Date | 27 November 2025 (Midnight) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 (UR), Rs. 50 (Reserved) |
| Age Limit | Up to 40 years (general) |
| Selection Mode | Academic Merit (85%) + Interview (15%) |
| Official Website | www.bankura.gov.in / www.wbhealth.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
1. Community Health Officer (CHO) – Nursing
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 14 |
| SC (EC) | 7 |
| SC (PWD) | 1 |
| UR | 29 |
| UR (EC) | 13 |
| UR (PWD) | 3 |
| ST | 3 |
| ST (EC) | 2 |
| OBC-A | 7 |
| OBC-A (EC) | 3 |
| OBC-B | 5 |
| OBC-B (EC) | 2 |
| EWS | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
2. Community Health Officer (BAMS) – CHO (Ayush)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 01 |
| UR | 02 |
| EWS | 01 |
| ST | 01 |
| Total | 05 |
Grand Total Vacancies: 105
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is different for you are applying as B.Sc Nursing, GNM, or BAMS (Ayush) graduate.
A. Eligibility for B.Sc Nursing Candidates (Integrated BPCCHN Course)
Essential Qualification
- Completed Integrated BPCCHN included in B.Sc Nursing in 2021 or later.
- You must be recognized by the West Bengal Nursing Council.
- You must have a Final Year Examination certificate issued by the University.
- You must have Registration Certificate / Provisional Registration from WBNC.
- Age:
- Up to 40 years as on 1 April 2025
- Age relaxation as per government norms
- Proficiency in Bengali language (reading, writing, speaking).
- Basic Computer Knowledge (MS Office & Internet).
Mode of Posting
CHO will work at SC-SuSwasthya Kendras (Sub-Centres).
B. Eligibility for GNM / Basic B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
Essential Qualification
- Passed GNM / B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing before the 2021 batch.
- You must be recognized by the West Bengal Nursing Council.
- You must have valid Nursing Registration.
- You must be up to 40 years of age (1 April 2025).
- Computer proficiency required.
- You must know local Bengali language & dialect.
C. Eligibility for BAMS (Ayurveda) Candidates
Essential Qualification
- Passed BAMS from a recognized institute.
- You must have valid Registration Certificate from Paschim Banga Ayurved Parishad.
- Age: Up to 40 years (as on 1 April 2025).
- You must know Bengali language & dialect.
- Basic computer knowledge.
Salary for CHO (NHM West Bengal)
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Community Health Officer (CHO) | Rs. 20,000/- per month |
| Incentive (PLI) | Up to Rs. 5,000/- per month (based on performance) |
Additional Benefits for Trainees
During training, candidates will receive:
- Rs. 10,000/- per month stipend
- Required training materials
- Stipend paid for maximum one month of training
A bond agreement must be signed. Breaking the bond requires paying Rs. 2 lakhs.
Selection Process
The selection procedure consists of:
1. Shortlisting of Applications
- Based on eligibility criteria
- Incomplete applications are rejected
2. Merit-Based Evaluation
- Academic Score: 85%
- Interview: 15%
- Combined score decides the final merit list.
3. Document Verification
You must produce:
- Age proof
- Residence proof
- Qualification certificates
- Registration certificate (WBNC / BAMS)
- Caste certificate
- Experience certificate
- Photo & signature
4. Medical Examination
You must be medically fit.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 17 November 2025 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Registration | 25 November 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date of Submission of Application Form | 27 November 2025 (Midnight) |
| Last Date of Full Submission | 27 November 2025 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| UR | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS | Rs. 50 |
| PwD | No Fee |
Payment Mode: Online Only
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Only online applications accepted.
- Incorrect or incomplete forms will be rejected.
- If documents are not uploaded properly, the application will be cancelled.
- Higher qualifications related to the post will be accepted.
- You must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
- If you have shortlisted you will be called for interview.
- You must have valid email & mobile number.
- TA/DA will NOT be provided.
- Authority reserves right to cancel or modify recruitment anytime.
How to Apply Online for WB NHM CHO Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps:
Step-by-Step Process
- You can visit the official website:
www.bankura.gov.in or www.wbhealth.gov.in - You can click Recruitment section.
- You can select CHO Recruitment (Bankura District).
- You can register with email & mobile number.
- You can fill the online application form.
- You can upload scanned documents:
- Photo
- Signature
- Certificates
- You can pay the application fee.
- You can submit the form.
- You can download the confirmation receipt.
Notification PDF & Apply Link Table
| Document | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | https://www.bankura.gov.in |
| Official Website | https://www.wbhealth.gov.in |
Conclusion
The West Bengal NHM CHO Recruitment 2025 (Bankura District) offers a great opportunity for you are a B.Sc Nursing, GNM, and BAMS graduate to join the health system and contribute to community-level healthcare. With attractive salary, performance-based incentives, and a transparent selection system, this is a highly beneficial recruitment drive for aspiring healthcare professionals.
If you are eligible you must apply online before 27 November 2025 to avoid last-minute issues.
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