DHHD Staff Nurse, Community Health Assistant and Other Posts Recruitment 2026Applications Open

• All applicants must be permanent residents of West Bengal and proficient in Bengali.
• STLS: Graduation with a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or BMLT from a government-recognised university; a permanent two-wheeler driving licence, ability to drive and computer knowledge including MS Word and Excel are required. At least one year of National Health Programme experience is preferred.
• Staff Nurse: GNM from an INC or West Bengal Nursing Council recognised institute, or B.Sc Nursing, with West Bengal Nursing Council registration.
• Block Data Manager, both grants: Graduation, at least a one-year Computer Application diploma from a government-registered institution, working knowledge of MS Office and the internet, and data recording and analysis experience of at least three years in government or five years in the private sector.
• TB HV: Science graduation, at least one completed year as an MPW, LHV, ANM or health worker, and a computer operations certificate course of at least two months. MPW training is preferred.
• Multi-Rehabilitation Worker: Bachelor of Physiotherapy and at least two years of hospital experience. A master's degree in Physiotherapy is desirable.
• Community Health Assistant (Urban), both grants: ANM or GNM from an INC-recognised institute with West Bengal Nursing Council registration. Applicants must be female, permanent residents of Diamond Harbour Health District and proficient in Bengali.

• Open the West Bengal Health recruitment portal and apply online from 9 November 2026.
• Complete the application with accurate details, including a valid email ID.
• Upload a recent photograph and signature.
• Pay the applicable fee online and complete registration by 23 November 2026.
• Complete the full application submission by midnight on 25 November 2026.
• Download and retain the application printout and registration number for document verification; do not send the printout by post.

Recruitment overview

District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Diamond Harbour Health District, is recruiting for 18 contractual positions under NHM and XV-FC. Advertisement DH&FWS/DHHD/1816/2026-27 covers eight roles, including nursing, data management, rehabilitation and community health posts. Consolidated monthly pay ranges from Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 25,000, depending on the role.

The largest group is Multi-Rehabilitation Worker, with seven posts. There are also five Block Data Manager posts across two grant periods, two Staff Nurse posts and two Community Health Assistant (Urban) posts. Applicants must be permanent residents of West Bengal and proficient in Bengali. The Community Health Assistant posts have additional residency and gender conditions.

Eligibility and posting

Qualifications and experience differ by post. For example, Staff Nurse applicants need GNM or B.Sc Nursing and West Bengal Nursing Council registration. Block Data Manager applicants need graduation, a qualifying computer application diploma and the specified data recording and analysis experience. Experience gained during a course is not counted.

Posting locations include health facilities and blocks within Diamond Harbour Health District. Staff Nurse posts are at urban health and wellness centres, while the TB HV post is at Kakdwip SDH. Check the notification for the location and requirements of the post before applying.

Application deadlines and documents

Online applications start on 9 November 2026. Registration and online fee payment must be completed by 23 November; the deadline for full submission is midnight on 25 November 2026. The fee is Rs. 100 for unreserved candidates and Rs. 50 for reserved-category candidates.

Upload a recent photograph and signature, then retain the registration number and application printout. The printout is required for original document verification and should not be sent by post. Listed documents include photo identification, age proof, relevant caste certificate, marksheets, computer education certificate where required and experience certificates.

Selection and checks

Scoring varies by role. The Block Data Manager computer test carries 70 of 100 marks, with 50% needed to qualify; the Multi-Rehabilitation Worker interview carries five marks. Staff Nurse and Community Health Assistant scoring is based on nursing examination marks. Incorrect marks or a mismatch with original documents can lead to cancellation. No later claim for SC, ST, OBC or disability will be accepted after submission.