KALIMPONG Recruitment Dossier

By Chief Medical Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for By Chief Medical Officer administered by KALIMPONG Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KALIMPONG Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-22 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Official Domain: kalimpong.dcourts.gov.in | Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Printing and Supply of Enumeration Forms for Special Intensive Rev Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nov 17 2017 TENDER for Engagement of a Trained Guard Dogs	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for By Chief Medical Officer?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-07-22. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KALIMPONG Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain kalimpong.dcourts.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official West Bengal Health recruitment portal or CMOH Kalimpong section. Click on the online recruitment link to initiate the registration process by providing basic personal and contact details.

Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) to generate unique login credentials. Log in to fill out the detailed application form, including educational qualifications, council registrations, and professional experience.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, MBBS/degree certificates, WBMC/MCI registration, caste certificate, and passport-sized photograph with signature in the prescribed format and size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI. Ensure the transaction status updates to successful before downloading the system-generated fee receipt.

Submit the finalized application form and download the confirmation page. Monitor the portal regularly for the release of the admit card, which must be printed for the selection stages.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for By Chief Medical Officer 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
Academic Merit Screening	Based on MBBS/Degree Marks	Evaluation of aggregate marks obtained in professional examinations, post-graduate qualifications, and additional weightage for relevant clinical experience in government or recognized healthcare institutions.
Written Domain Examination	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Community Medicine, Surgery, Preventive and Social Medicine, and National Health Programmes implemented by the Ministry of Health.
Document Verification and Interview	15 Marks, Variable Duration	Verification of original academic transcripts, medical council registrations, identity proofs, and a personality assessment focusing on clinical decision-making, communication skills, and local language proficiency.
Final Merit List and Medical Fitness	Cumulative Score, No Duration	Preparation of the final merit list based on combined scores of academic weightage, written exam, and interview, followed by a mandatory medical fitness examination by a medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment by the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH), Kalimpong, for Medical Officer positions aligns with Level 10 of the Pay Matrix (equivalent to 7th CPC). The entry-level basic pay is set at Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% amounting to Rs. 29,733, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Kalimpong calculated at 9% of basic pay (Rs. 5,049), the salary structure is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,800 plus DA (totaling Rs. 2,754) is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 93,636. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 8,583, and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 84,800, ensuring a robust financial package for healthcare professionals in the region.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and the Government of West Bengal. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-A and OBC-B), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, concessions in application fees are provided to SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, ensuring equitable access and representation across all cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — By Chief Medical Officer

What is the minimum medical council registration required for this post?

Candidates must possess a valid registration certificate from the West Bengal Medical Council (WBMC) or the Medical Council of India (MCI/NMC) at the time of application.

Is there a service bond associated with the CMOH Kalimpong recruitment?

Yes, selected candidates may be required to execute a service bond to serve for a minimum period of one to two years, depending on the specific program guidelines.

What is the probation period for newly recruited Medical Officers?

The probation period is typically two years for permanent posts, during which performance and conduct are closely monitored before confirmation into the regular service.

How is the normalization of marks calculated if the exam is held in multiple shifts?

If the written examination is conducted across multiple sessions, a standard percentile-based normalization method is applied to ensure equity among candidates.

Where will the primary posting location be for selected candidates?

Selected candidates will be posted in various health centers, sub-divisional hospitals, or block primary health centers within the administrative jurisdiction of Kalimpong district.

Are candidates from other states eligible to apply for these positions?

Yes, but they must fulfill the essential criteria, register with the West Bengal Medical Council before joining, and meet the local language proficiency requirements.