The State Health Society Bihar (SHSB), under the National Health Mission (NHM), has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for healthcare professionals. The Bihar SHSB Recruitment 2026 is currently inviting online applications for highly sought-after posts, including Community Health Officer (CHO) and Staff Nurse.
This recruitment is a golden opportunity for nursing degree and diploma holders to secure a well-paying contractual government job and contribute to the strengthening of health sub-centers and wellness centers across Bihar.
🚨 URGENT ALERT: The online registration window is currently active for the July 2026 cycle. Interested candidates must submit their applications on the official SHSB portal before the link expires.
Recruitment Overview
Important Dates
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must strictly fulfill the educational requirements and be registered with the nursing council to be eligible for the SHSB vacancies.
1. Educational Qualification:
- Community Health Officer (CHO): B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with successful completion of a 6-month Certificate in Community Health (CCH).
- Staff Nurse: GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) course OR B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council (INC) recognized institute.
- Important Requirement: Candidates must have permanent registration with the Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC). Other state candidates must transfer their registration to BNRC before final selection.
2. Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years (For Unreserved Male) / 45 Years (For Unreserved Female & OBC). (Note: Age calculation and relaxations will be based on Bihar Government reservation norms).
Selection Process & Salary Structure
Selection Process:
State Health Society Bihar selects candidates through a highly transparent process:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): A multi-choice online exam testing nursing fundamentals, general knowledge, and reasoning.
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will have their BNRC registration, academic certificates, and category proofs verified.
Salary Structure:
*Note: A CHO in Bihar can earn a maximum gross remuneration of ₹40,000 per month including incentives.
How to Apply for Bihar SHSB Vacancy 2026
- Visit the official State Health Society Bihar website: shs.bihar.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “HR Cell” or “Careers” section on the left-hand menu.
- Click on the active link for “Advertisement for the post of CHO / Staff Nurse”.
- Register yourself by providing basic details to generate your Application Number and Password.
- Log in and fill out the detailed application form (Personal, Academic, and BNRC Registration details).
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph and signature in the required size.
- Pay the application fee online (Approx. ₹500 for UR/OBC and ₹250 for SC/ST/Female).
- Submit the form and keep a printed copy safe for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can candidates from other states apply for Bihar CHO?
Ans: Yes, candidates from other states are eligible to apply under the Unreserved (UR) category. However, they must obtain registration from the Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC) before joining or document verification.
Q2. Is an application fee required for the SHSB Bihar Recruitment?
Ans: Yes. Male candidates from the Unreserved, EWS, and BC/EBC categories generally have to pay an application fee of ₹500, while female candidates, SC/ST, and PwD candidates have to pay ₹250.
Q3. What is the selection process for Bihar SHSB Staff Nurse?
Ans: The selection is primarily based on the marks obtained by the candidate in the Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification.
Q4. Are these posts permanent or on a contract basis?
Ans: Both CHO and Staff Nurse posts under the State Health Society Bihar (NHM) are contractual in nature, typically for 11 months, which gets renewed continuously based on performance and government policy.
Conclusion:
The Bihar SHSB CHO & Staff Nurse recruitment 2026 provides a fantastic opportunity to work in the medical sector with excellent incentives. Make sure you complete your application process without waiting for the last date.
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