NHM Godda Recruitment 2026 (Contractual) for 64 Posts
Job highlights
| Organisation | District Health Society, Godda (National Health Mission, Jharkhand) |
|---|---|
| Location | Godda district |
| State | Jharkhand |
| Employment type | Contractor |
| Vacancies | 64 |
| Posted | Jul 28, 2026 |
| Apply by | Aug 30, 2026 |
| Education | Post-wise essential qualifications as summarized in the article (including required diplomas/degrees and required council registrations where applicable). |
| Experience | Post-wise experience requirements are included in the eligibility summary (e.g., hospital experience for nursing/OT/radiology-related roles; experience in cold chain handling for District Cold Chain Handler; relevant experience for coordinators and counsellor roles). |
| Age limit | Minimum age 21 years for all categories listed; maximum age varies by category: 35 (General/EWS), 37 (BC/EBC), 40 (SC/ST), 38 (Women General/BC/EBC). PwD maximum age: 40 (General/EWS), 42 (BC/EBC), 45 (SC/ST), 43 (Women General/BC/EBC). |
| Application fee | General/Backward Class/Extremely Backward Class/EWS: 400; SC/ST: 200. Pay online via the payment link on the recruitment website. |
The District Health Society, Godda, under the National Health Mission (NHM), Jharkhand, has released a recruitment notification for contractual appointments across multiple health programmes and facilities in Godda district. Eligible candidates can apply online for 33 different posts (total 64 vacancies) from 6 August 2026 to 30 August 2026. If you meet the required educational qualifications and age criteria for the relevant post, you should submit your application within the deadline.
This recruitment (Advertisement No. 01/2026) is contractual (Sanvida) and is renewable annually based on performance. The selection will be conducted through educational marking and a Written Test/Skill Test, as per the notification. Applications are to be submitted online only through the official recruitment portal, and the recruitment is for positions located in Godda district, Jharkhand.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 2026-07-28 |
| Corrigendum Issued | 2026-07-31 |
| Online Application Begins | 2026-08-06 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2026-08-30 |
| Written Test/Skill Test | To Be Announced (via newspaper/godda.nic.in) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | UR | BC1 | BC2 | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse (SNCU) | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| OT Technician (RCH) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Oxygen Operator – PSA Plant, DH Godda | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| GNM (District NCD Clinic) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Block Data Manager | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ophthalmic Assistant (RBSK) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Pharmacist (RBSK) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor (STLS) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Radiographer/X-Ray Technician (RNTCP) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| District PPM Coordinator (RNTCP) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pharmacist (RNTCP) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pharmacist (Drug Store) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malaria Technical Supervisor (MTS) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tuberculosis Health Visitor (TB-HV) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hospital Attendants (NPHCE) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sanitary Attendants (NPHCE) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Multi Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE) | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Psychiatric Social Worker (NMHP) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Epidemiologist, IDSP, Godda | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lab Technician (IDSP) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lab Technician (MFP Fluorosis) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| District Cold Chain Handler* | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arsh Counsellors | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Counsellor (Blood Bank) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Counsellor (NPCDCS) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nutritional Counsellor (MTC) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| RMNCH FP Counsellor | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ANM (UPHC Godda) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Staff Nurse (UPHC Mahagama) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| ANM (UPHC Mahagama) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Pharmacist (UPHC Mahagama) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lab Technician (UPHC Mahagama) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 64 | 42 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 15 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The notification provides post-wise essential educational qualifications. Below is a summary of the minimum requirements as mentioned in the recruitment details. Candidates must ensure they satisfy the exact qualification and registration requirements for the specific post they apply for.
Staff Nurse (SNCU/UPHC Mahagama) and GNM (District NCD Clinic): 10+2/Intermediate with 3-year GNM training from a Government-recognized institution, registration under the Jharkhand Nursing Council, and at least 2 years of hospital experience.
OT Technician (RCH): 10+2/Intermediate, Diploma/Certificate in Operation Theatre Technician, registration under the Pharmacy Council, Jharkhand, and 1 year of hospital experience.
Oxygen Operator – PSA Plant (DH Godda): Diploma in Engineering/B.Tech (Mechanical/Electrical) and 1 year of experience with oxygen generation plants.
Block Data Manager: Graduation with a 1-year diploma/PG diploma in Computer Application (or equivalent) and minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
Ophthalmic Assistant (RBSK): 2-year Diploma in Optometry or trained Ophthalmic Assistant as per NPCB guidelines.
Pharmacist (RBSK/RNTCP/Drug Store/UPHC Mahagama): Diploma in Pharmacy, registration under the Pharmacy Council, computer proficiency, and 2 years of hospital experience for most pharmacist posts (as indicated in the summary).
Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor (STLS): Graduate with Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, a two-wheeler driving licence, and a computer operation certificate.
Radiographer/X-Ray Technician (RNTCP): 10+2 plus Diploma in X-Ray Technology/Radiology with 2 years of experience, and registration under the Jharkhand Paramedical Council.
District PPM Coordinator (RNTCP): Post Graduate with 1 year’s experience in communication/ACSM/public-private partnership/health projects and a driving licence.
Malaria Technical Supervisor (MTS): Graduate (preferably in biology), 1 year’s experience in vector-borne disease, and a valid two-wheeler licence.
TB Health Visitor (TB-HV): Graduate, or Intermediate (Science) with experience as MPW/LHV/ANM/Health Worker plus a relevant certificate course.
Hospital Attendants and Sanitary Attendants (NPHCE): Matriculation; 2 years’ hospital experience is desirable.
Multi Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE): 10+2 plus a 1.5-year certificate course in Multi Rehabilitation Work and registration under the Rehabilitation Council of India.
Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) / Psychiatric Social Worker (NMHP): First/Second Class M.Phil in Clinical Psychology or Psychiatric Social Work, or M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology, or M.A./MSW, or M.Sc. in Psychiatric Nursing from a recognized institute.
Epidemiologist (IDSP, Godda): Medical Graduate with PG Degree/Diploma in Preventive & Social Medicine/Public Health/Epidemiology (MD, MPH, DPH, MAE, etc.), or a medical graduate with 2 years of relevant experience.
Lab Technician (IDSP/MFP Fluorosis/UPHC Mahagama): 10+2 plus Diploma in Lab Technician with 1 year’s experience and registration under the Jharkhand Paramedical Council.
District Cold Chain Handler (revised): 12th/Intermediate with Science and 3 years’ experience handling vaccines in cold chain (as per the revised requirement mentioned in the recruitment details).
Arsh Counsellors: PG Degree in Psychology/Social Work/Sociology/Anthropology/Human Development, or a Diploma in Nursing, with 1 year’s experience in adolescent-related work.
Counsellor (Blood Bank/NPCDCS/RMNCH FP): Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Public Administration/Psychology/Sociology/Home Science/Hospital & Health Management and 1 year’s relevant experience.
Nutritional Counsellor (MTC): Female candidates only; Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition/Home Science and 1 year’s relevant experience.
ANM (UPHC Godda/UPHC Mahagama): 10+2 or equivalent with completed ANM course and registration under the Jharkhand Nursing Council.
Age Limit
The age limit is provided category-wise. Minimum and maximum ages are as follows: General and EWS candidates must be between 21 and 35 years; Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class candidates between 21 and 37 years; SC/ST (male and female) between 21 and 40 years; and Women (General/BC/EBC) between 21 and 38 years. The maximum age for PwD candidates is 40 years for General/EWS, 42 years for BC/EBC, and 45 years for SC/ST, and 43 years for Women (General/BC/EBC), as stated in the recruitment details.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Backward Class/Extremely Backward Class/EWS | 400 |
| SC/ST | 200 |
The fee is to be paid online using the payment link available on the recruitment website.
How to Apply
- Go to the official recruitment portal: recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
- Register and complete the online application form by entering personal details, educational qualifications, and category information.
- Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph and your signature in the format required by the portal.
- Upload scanned copies of relevant documents, including educational certificates, training/experience certificates, marksheets, domicile certificate, caste/EWS certificate (if applicable), date of birth/matriculation certificate, computer proficiency certificate, and experience certificate (along with salary payment proof and bank statement).
- Upload Aadhaar card details as identity proof.
- Submit only one application per post. If you want to apply for more than one post, submit separate applications for each post.
- Before final submission, review all entered information carefully, because changes are not allowed after submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee online and keep a copy/record of the submitted application for future reference.
Salary & Pay Scale
The provided recruitment details do not mention the salary or pay scale for these contractual posts. Candidates should refer to the official notification for post-wise remuneration and other contractual terms.
Selection Process
Selection is based on a total of 100 marks. The marking scheme includes 10th board marks (10 marks), 12th board marks (15 marks), essential qualification (post-wise) (25 marks), relevant higher qualification (if applicable) (10 marks), and a Written Examination/Skill Test (40 marks). The notification also indicates that a written test is conducted only if more than 10 applications are received for a post after scrutiny. The Written Test/Skill Test date is to be announced through newspaper updates and/or godda.nic.in.
Eligible candidates should complete their online application between 2026-08-06 and 2026-08-30 and ensure that all required documents and fee payment are completed before the closing date.
Important links
- Official website: https://recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in
- Direct notification PDF: https://nqe.in/wp-content/uploads/NHM_Godda.pdf
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are announced in NHM Godda Recruitment 2026? +
A total of 64 vacancies are announced across 33 different posts under the District Health Society, Godda.
What is the last date to apply online for NHM Godda Recruitment 2026? +
The last date to apply online is 30 August 2026. The online application window opens on 6 August 2026.
Is the recruitment contractual, and is it renewable? +
Yes. The engagement is contractual (Sanvida) and is renewable annually based on performance.
What is the application fee for different categories? +
General/Backward Class/Extremely Backward Class/EWS candidates pay 400, while SC/ST candidates pay 200. The fee must be paid online through the payment link on the recruitment website.
How will candidates be selected for NHM Godda Recruitment 2026? +
Selection is based on a 100-point scheme: 10th board marks (10), 12th board marks (15), essential qualification (25), relevant higher qualification (10), and Written Examination/Skill Test (40). A written test is conducted only if more than 10 applications are received for a post after scrutiny.
What is the revised eligibility for the District Cold Chain Handler post? +
The revised requirement is 12th/Intermediate with Science and 3 years’ experience handling vaccines in cold chain, as indicated in the corrigendum dated 31 July 2026.