JRHMS Community Health Officer Recruitment 2026 OUT - Apply Online 1038 Posts
An official recruitment notification (Advt No. 05/2026/JRHMS-CHO-Integrated: 2842 (MD)) has been released by the Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS), Department of Health, Medical Education & Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand. It covers 1038 backlog vacancies for Community Health Officer (CHO) contractual services under the National Health Mission (NHM) Jharkhand. Online applications are open from 31 October 2026 to 22 November 2026 at jrhms.jharkhand.gov.in or recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in. Candidates with B.Sc. (Nursing) or Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing), including the integrated Certificate Programme in Community Health (CPCH) curriculum, can apply.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 27 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 31 October 2026 (at 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 22 November 2026 (at 11:59 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Qualifications | 22 November 2026 |
| Merit List & Document Verification | To be notified soon |
Application Fee
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | No Application Fee (Free for All Candidates) |
Age Limit (as on 22/11/2026)
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 35 Years (PH: 45 Years) |
| OBC (BC-I & BC-II) | 37 Years (PH: 47 Years) |
| Female (Unreserved) | 38 Years (PH: 48 Years) |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 40 Years (PH: 50 Years) |
| Age will be verified strictly as per 10th / Matriculation passing certificate. | |
SalaryDetails
| Fixed Remuneration | Rs. 25,000/- per month |
|---|---|
| Performance-Based Incentive | Up to Rs. 15,000/- per month |
| Total Emoluments | Up to Rs. 40,000/- per month |
JRHMS CHO Recruitment 2026: Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup | Total Posts | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Health Officer (CHO) | • Unreserved (UR): 253 • Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 104 • Scheduled Tribe (ST): 280 • Scheduled Caste (SC): 288 • Backward Class-I (BC-I): 55 • Backward Class-II (BC-II): 58 | 1038 Posts (Backlog Vacancies) | • B.Sc. (Nursing) OR Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) with integrated curriculum of certificate program in Community Health (CPCH) from any recognized Nursing college. • Must have passed in or after academic year 2016-2020. • Valid registration with Nursing Council. |
| Grand Total | 1038 Posts | ||
How to Apply Online for JRHMS CHO Recruitment 2026
- Open www.recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in or jrhms.jharkhand.gov.in to access the official application portal.
- Find the “Notice For Providing Contractual Services as Community Health Officer (Advt No. 05/2026)” link and click it.
- Create your login credentials by registering with an active Mobile Number and Email ID.
- Enter accurate academic information, category, communication address and personal details.
- Upload the required documents as clear scanned copies: Signature image and Recent Profile Image (Photograph); Certificate and Marksheet for 10th / Matriculation (as Date of Birth proof); Certificate and Marksheet for 12th / Intermediate; Degree Marksheets & Passing Certificate for B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, along with integrated CPCH proof; Nursing Council Registration Certificate; and, if applicable, PH Certificate and Caste / Category Certificate.
- Before final submission, carefully check all the information entered in your application form.
- After submitting your online application form, check that its status reads “Submitted Successfully”.
- Keep a printed hard copy of your submitted application form for document verification and future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before you submit your online application, check the official notification for full details on eligibility, education qualification, age limits, fee rules and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for JRHMS Community Health Officer Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 27 October 2026; Online Application Start Date: 31 October 2026 (at 11:59 PM); Last Date for Online Application Submission: 22 November 2026 (at 11:59 PM); Cut-off Date for Age & Qualifications: 22 November 2026.
What is the application fee for JRHMS Community Health Officer Recruitment 2026?
General / EWS / OBC Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); Payment Mode: No Application Fee (Free for All Candidates).
What is the age limit for JRHMS Community Health Officer Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age: 21 Years.
What is the official website for JRHMS Community Health Officer Recruitment 2026?
The official website is jrhms.jharkhand.gov.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.