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Chos Chief Medical Officer of Health Murshidabad

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Chos Chief Medical Officer of Health Murshidabad administered by KATHUA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KATHUA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2022-01-21 Posting 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. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Chos Chief Medical Officer of Health Murshidabad?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) 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 2022-01-21. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KATHUA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official recruitment portal of the authority, click on the registration link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal, contact, and demographic details.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, medical council registration details, and prior clinical experience.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents, including MBBS/BAMS degree certificates, MCI/State Council registration, age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to specified dimensions.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online using secure payment gateways via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Chos Chief Medical Officer of Health Murshidabad 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 Screening Test (MCQ)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, and Preventive and Social Medicine.
Stage 2: Clinical Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Medicine, Pediatrics, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Community Health, and National Health Programmes.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, state medical council registrations, caste certificates, and physical fitness evaluation.
Stage 4: Personal Interview and Merit List	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Assessment of clinical decision-making, communication skills, leadership qualities, and final compilation of the cumulative merit list.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Community Health Officer (CHO) / Medical Officer cadre under the recruitment authority is positioned at Level 8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 47,600. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently set at 53% (Rs. 25,228), the compensation is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on the classification of the posting zone: Class X (27% at Rs. 12,852), Class Y (18% at Rs. 8,568), or Class Z (9% at Rs. 4,284). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA, totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class Y city amounts to approximately Rs. 86,904. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 7,283) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 79,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, full application fee concessions are extended to women candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants to promote diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Chos Chief Medical Officer of Healt

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 50% for the General/UR category, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in the written screening test.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, a standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization method will be applied if the examination is conducted in multiple sessions to ensure equity.

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a mandatory service bond of three years or pay a specified penalty amount of Rs. 2,00,000 in lieu thereof.

What is the duration of the probation period for this post?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely monitored.

Is the examination syllabus aligned with MCI/NMC guidelines?

Yes, the syllabus for the clinical domain specialization is strictly aligned with the Graduate Medical Education Regulations of the National Medical Commission.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after training?

Selected candidates will be posted in Sub-Health Centres, Primary Health Centres, or Community Health Centres across the designated districts under the authority.