The Office of the Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) & District Health Society (DHS), Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh, has officially released the NHM Dhamtari Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt No. NHM/भर्ती/2026-27/3816). Under the National Health Mission (NHM), a total of 38 contractual vacancies have been announced for the financial year 2026-27.
This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking medical, paramedical, nursing, and administrative jobs in Chhattisgarh. The available posts include Community Health Officer (CHO), Nursing Officer, Staff Nurse, Laboratory Technician, Medical Officer (AYUSH), Physiotherapist, and Secretarial Assistant.
Eligible and interested candidates must submit their application forms in person on the scheduled Walk-in Interview/Document Verification dates at the CMHO Office in Dhamtari. Read this comprehensive article to check the post-wise vacancy breakdown, salary details, eligibility criteria, application fee, and selection process.
Quick Review: CMHO Dhamtari NHM Recruitment 2026
Important Dates & Venue
Candidates must personally visit the venue on the specific dates assigned for their respective posts. Applications sent via Speed Post, Registered Post, or Ordinary Mail will NOT be accepted.
- Official Notification Date: 11 August 2026
- Application Submission Venue: Office of the Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO), District – Dhamtari (Chhattisgarh).
- Please verify the exact walk-in dates on the district’s official portal
www.dhamtari.gov.in.
Vacancy Breakdown & Salary Structure
The 38 vacancies are distributed across various crucial roles under different National Health Mission (NHM) programs.
Eligibility Criteria (Education & Age Limit)
Candidates must ensure they fulfill the required educational criteria and have valid registrations in Chhattisgarh state councils where applicable.
1. Educational Qualifications:
- Community Health Officer (CHO): B.Sc. Nursing OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with Integrated Certificate Course in Community Health, and live registration in CG Nursing Council.
- Nursing Officer / Staff Nurse (All Categories): B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing OR GNM course passed with a live registration in Chhattisgarh Nursing Registration Council.
- Laboratory Technician (RBSK/DPHL): 12th Passed with Biology Subject & DMLT/BMLT/Pathology or Paramedical Course Passed. Must have valid registration in CG Paramedical Council.
- Medical Officer (AYUSH): BHMS / BAMS / BUMS Degree and live registration from any GOI Recognized Ayush/Homeo/Unani Registration Board.
- 2nd ANM: ANM Course Passed from Indian Nursing Board & Registration in CG Nurses Registration Council.
- MPW (Male): 10+2 with Biology + 1-year Diploma in Multipurpose Worker Training from recognized center and registration in CG Paramedical Council.
2. Age Limit (As of 01 January 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age for Medical Posts: 70 Years.
- Maximum Age for Managerial / Other Posts: 64 Years. (Age relaxation applicable as per Chhattisgarh State Government rules).
3. Domicile & Registration Requirements:
- The applicant must be a domicile/local resident of Chhattisgarh state.
- Must possess a valid and live registration in the District Employment Office (Rojgar Panjiyan) of Chhattisgarh.
Application Fee Details
Candidates must submit the application fee in the form of a Demand Draft (DD) / Banker’s Cheque drawn in favor of DISTRICT HEALTH SOCIETY, DHAMTARI.
Selection Process & Merit Calculation
The CMHO Dhamtari selection process is purely merit-based. The final merit list will be prepared based on the following weightage system:
- Educational Qualification Weightage: 60% of the total marks obtained in the requisite academic degree/diploma.
- Experience Marks: Maximum 20 marks (3 marks per year for NHM experience, 4 marks per year for ANM trained Mitanins, and 2 marks per year for other relevant experience).
- Written Exam / Skill Test / Interview: 20 Marks. (Based on the number of applications, candidates will be shortlisted for the skill test/interview in ratios like 1:10 for 1-10 vacancies).
How to Apply for NHM Dhamtari Vacancy 2026?
Candidates must apply offline via the Walk-in process. Sending applications through Speed Post/Courier will result in rejection.
- Download the Application Form: Download the official notification PDF and print the prescribed application form format.
- Fill the Form: Fill in all personal, educational, and experience details clearly. Paste a recent passport-size photograph.
- Prepare the Demand Draft: Create a Demand Draft of the required application fee amount favoring DISTRICT HEALTH SOCIETY, DHAMTARI.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested photocopies of:
- 10th & 12th Marksheets (For age proof).
- Degree/Diploma Marksheets for all years.
- Valid Registration Certificates (Nursing/Paramedical/Ayush Council).
- Chhattisgarh Domicile Certificate (Mool Niwas Praman Patra).
- Valid Employment Exchange Registration (Rojgar Panjiyan).
- Caste Certificate (if applying under reserved category).
- Experience Certificates (if any).
- Walk-in Submission: Visit the Office of the Chief Medical and Health Officer, District – Dhamtari (C.G.) in person on the designated dates to submit your application form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in NHM Dhamtari Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 38 contractual vacancies are available for positions like CHO, Staff Nurse, Nursing Officer, Lab Technician, Medical Officer, and more.
Q2. What is the mode of application submission?
Ans: Candidates must submit their application forms directly (hand delivery) at the CMHO Dhamtari office during the specified walk-in dates. Speed Post/Ordinary Post will not be accepted.
Q3. Who is eligible for the Community Health Officer (CHO) post?
Ans: Candidates possessing a B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree with an Integrated Certificate Course in Community Health, and a live registration in the CG Nursing Council, are eligible.
Q4. Can candidates from other states apply?
Ans: No, only candidates holding a valid domicile of Chhattisgarh state are eligible to apply.
Q5. Is Rojgar Panjiyan mandatory?
Ans: Yes, a valid and live registration in the District Employment Office (Rojgar Panjiyan) of Chhattisgarh is absolutely mandatory.
Q6. What is the application fee for an OBC candidate applying for the Staff Nurse post?
Ans: Since the salary for the Staff Nurse post is Rs. 16,000 (below Rs. 25,000), the application fee for an OBC candidate will be Rs. 200/-, payable via Demand Draft.
Q7. How will the final merit list be prepared?
Ans: The final merit will be based on 60% weightage from academic marks, up to 20 marks for relevant experience, and 20 marks from a written/skill test or interview.
Q8. How can I get the application form?
Ans: You can download the official notification PDF from the Dhamtari district website dhamtari.gov.in. The application form format is attached to the notification.
