Job Description
Overview
The Office of the Civil Surgeon-cum-Chief Medical Officer, Lohardaga, Jharkhand, has announced a recruitment drive for 61 contractual positions under the National Health Mission (NHM). This initiative aims to strengthen healthcare delivery across various district health programmes. The roles are temporary and offer a fixed monthly honorarium, providing a significant opportunity for professionals in the medical and administrative sectors to contribute to public health services in the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing financial records and accounts for health programmes like NTEP and NUHM.
- Providing clinical support and patient care in hospitals and health centres.
- Coordinating district-level health activities and ensuring smooth implementation of government schemes.
- Maintaining cold chain equipment and vaccine storage systems for immunization programmes.
- Assisting in data management, reporting, and documentation for various health cells.
- Conducting diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures as per medical standards.
Why Apply
Working with the District Health Society offers a chance to gain valuable experience in public health administration and clinical practice. It provides a stable environment for career development while serving the local community in Lohardaga.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 25 June 2026
- Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 61
- Location: Lohardaga, Jharkhand
- Job Type: Contractual
- Category: Medical/Health
DHS Lohardaga Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 61 Accountant, Staff Nurse and More Posts Overview
Registration Date
25 Jun 2026 –
24 Jul 2026
Salary
10395 - 34729
Vacancies
61
Eligibility
10th, 12th, Diploma, Graduate, PG
Vacancy Details
- Accountant: 1
- Staff Nurse: 10
- ANM: 12
- Pharmacist: 9
- Lab Technician: 1
- Other Posts: 28
How to Apply
- Visit the official website to download the application form.
- Type the application form on a computer; handwritten forms are not accepted.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates, mark sheets, and photographs.
- Prepare a Demand Draft for the application fee as per your category.
- Clearly label the envelope with the Advertisement Number, Post Name, and Post Code.
- Send the completed application via Registered or Speed Post to the Office of the Civil Surgeon, Lohardaga.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application for future reference.
Cutoff Marks
Merit-based selection; cut-off depends on the number of applicants and performance.
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: ₹400/-; SC/ST: ₹200/-; Divyang: Nil. Payment must be made via Demand Draft in favor of District Health Society, Lohardaga.
Age Limit
Minimum 21 years; Maximum 35-40 years based on category.
Selection Process
The selection process is merit-based, comprising a written examination and academic evaluation. The written test accounts for 60 marks, focusing on objective questions related to the specific field. Academic performance contributes 40 marks based on a predefined weightage formula. Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification to confirm their credentials. For certain technical roles, a qualifying skill test may be conducted to assess practical proficiency.
Exam Pattern
The written examination consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions. The test duration is 1 hour. Marks are awarded based on the written score and academic qualifications. No negative marking is mentioned.
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Organization
The District Health Society, Lohardaga, operates under the National Health Mission in Jharkhand. It is responsible for implementing various public health programmes, managing medical infrastructure, and providing essential healthcare services to the district population. The society works under the guidance of the Civil Surgeon-cum-Chief Medical Officer to ensure the effective delivery of health schemes, including maternal and child health, disease control, and nutrition support, aiming to improve the overall health indicators of the Lohardaga region.
Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to submit the application is 24 July 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications received after this date or hand-delivered to the office will not be accepted. Ensure you send your application via registered or speed post well in advance to avoid postal delays.
A total of 61 posts are vacant across 23 post codes under various programmes including NTEP, NHM, NMHP, NCVBDC, SNCU, MTC, ARSH, RBSK, and NUHM. Please refer to the official notification for the detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdown.
The application fee is ₹400 for UR/EWS/OBC/EBC candidates and ₹200 for SC/ST candidates. Persons with 40% or more disability are fully exempted from the fee. Payment must be made via Demand Draft in favor of District Health Society, Lohardaga.
The minimum age to apply for any of these posts is 21 years. The age is calculated as of 31 May 2026. Please check the notification for specific maximum age limits applicable to your category.
No, online applications are not accepted for this recruitment. You must download the application form, fill it out, and send it via registered or speed post to the Office of the Civil Surgeon, Lohardaga. Hand-delivered applications are strictly prohibited.
The selection process involves a written examination (60 marks) and an academic/training score (40 marks), followed by document verification. A skill test may be conducted for certain technical posts, which is qualifying in nature. The final merit list will be published on the official district website.
Staff Nurses under NHM Lohardaga will receive a monthly contractual stipend of ₹16,564/-. Please note that this is a fixed monthly honorarium and not a regular government pay scale.
No, the appointment is purely on a contractual basis for one year. The contract may be extended annually based on your performance appraisal. There is no provision for regularization or permanent employment.
Only certificates in the formats prescribed in Appendix III, IV, or V of the notification, issued by competent authorities after the specified cut-off dates, are valid. Ensure your certificate matches the name on your matriculation certificate exactly.
The final merit list will be published on the official district website at https://lohardaga.nic.in/ and displayed on the notice boards of the CMO office, Civil Surgeon's office, and District Employment Office, Lohardaga. Keep checking the website for updates.
