Jhargram of CHO under CMOH Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Jhargram for the post of CHO under CMOH. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Written Examination.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Accountant | 1 | Rs. 35,400 - 44,900 | 20-09-2021 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2023-06-23 |
| Ofchild Help Line Services At Jhargram Underd | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2024-02-07 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 20-09-2021 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Jhargram (Tender: General Gov | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Jhargram (Tender: General Gov | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Jhargram (Tender: General Gov | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Jhargram (Tender: General Gov | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Visit the official Jhargram district recruitment portal, navigate to the health department section, and initiate the registration process by providing a valid email address and mobile number for OTP verification.
Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by filling in personal details, educational qualifications, and professional registration numbers, ensuring all data matches official certificates to avoid future disqualification during verification.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including the B.Sc Nursing or GNM certificate, West Bengal Nursing Council registration, age proof, and caste certificates, adhering strictly to the specified file size limits.
Proceed to the secure payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, credit card, or UPI, ensuring the transaction status is updated to successful before final submission.
Download the final submitted application form and the system-generated acknowledgement receipt, which serves as the primary document for tracking status and downloading the admit card prior to the examination.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Jhargram of CHO under CMOH Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Examination | 100 Marks, 90 Minutes | Community Health Nursing, Primary Health Care, Maternal and Child Health, Nutrition, and Communicable Diseases. |
| Stage 2: Skill Assessment | 50 Marks, 30 Minutes | Practical demonstration of clinical procedures, emergency triage, and basic life support protocols. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying | Verification of original academic transcripts, nursing council registration, and residential proof for district-specific eligibility. |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List | N/A | Cumulative scoring based on written exam performance, skill test, and academic weightage. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Community Health Officer (CHO) position under the National Health Mission (NHM) in Jhargram operates on a contractual consolidated remuneration model rather than the standard 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Typically, the monthly remuneration is fixed at Rs 20,000, supplemented by a performance-based incentive of up to Rs 8,000. While not governed by the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 or 7, the structure includes statutory deductions like EPF. Unlike permanent central government posts, DA at 53% and standard HRA are not applicable to this contractual cadre. The gross monthly package approximates Rs 28,000, with net in-hand salary after mandatory EPF and professional tax deductions ranging between Rs 25,000 and Rs 26,500. This role is designed for rural health infrastructure support, and candidates should note that service conditions are governed by state-specific NHM guidelines rather than Central Pay Commission regulations.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
The recruitment process adheres to the West Bengal state reservation policy aligned with DoPT guidelines. SC candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while ST and OBC (NCL) candidates are granted 5 and 3 years respectively. PwBD candidates are eligible for a 10-year age relaxation. The EWS category is entitled to a 10% vertical reservation in accordance with constitutional amendments. Women candidates often benefit from fee concessions or exemptions as per state government notifications. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by competent authorities. Candidates must ensure their category status is accurately declared during the initial application phase to claim these statutory benefits.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Jhargram of CHO under CMOH Recruitm
Cutoffs are dynamic and depend on the number of applicants and vacancy count, typically ranging between 60 to 75 percent for the general category.
Yes, selected candidates are generally required to sign a surety bond committing to a minimum service period, failing which a penalty is imposed.
Normalization is applied only if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.
The initial engagement is contractual, and the first six months are typically considered a probation period to assess clinical competency.
Preference is given to local residents of West Bengal, and candidates must possess valid registration with the West Bengal Nursing Council.
Postings are primarily within the Jhargram district, but candidates may be transferred to different Sub-Centres based on administrative requirements.