MALDA Recruitment Dossier

Block Epidemiologist

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Block Epidemiologist administered by MALDA Authority (Himachal Pradesh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MALDA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-26 Posting Jurisdiction: Himachal Pradesh

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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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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
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Pre Bid Meeting Request for Proposal for Engagement of Agency Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting RFP for Selection of Manpower Agency in National	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 Block Epidemiologist?

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 2026-08-26. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MALDA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official West Bengal Health recruitment portal or Malda District website, navigate to the active recruitment tab, and complete the One-Time Registration to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to the portal to fill out the comprehensive application form, entering personal details, academic qualifications in public health, and relevant professional epidemiological experience.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including postgraduate degrees, age proof, caste certificates, and passport-sized photographs, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 100 for General category or INR 50 for reserved categories through the integrated online payment gateway using Net Banking, UPI, or cards.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the written examination admit cards.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Block Epidemiologist 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 Examination	80 Marks, 90 Minutes	Principles of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Infectious and Communicable Disease Surveillance, National Health Programs and NHM Guidelines, Outbreak Investigation and Disaster Management, Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting Methodologies
Stage 2: Computer Proficiency Test	15 Marks, 30 Minutes	MS Word document formatting and report generation, MS Excel data manipulation, formulas, and charting, MS PowerPoint presentation design for health metrics, Basic internet operations and database queries
Stage 3: Document Verification and Personal Interview	5 Marks, 15 Minutes	Verification of original academic and experience credentials, Communication skills and situational public health judgment, Leadership qualities and field-level problem-solving abilities
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Fitness	Qualifying, No Marks	Aggregation of scores from written, computer, and interview stages, Mandatory medical fitness examination by the Chief Medical Officer of Health

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Block Epidemiologist position under the MALDA Authority (DH&FWS) is aligned with the equivalent of Level 8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at INR 47,600. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, candidates receive an additional INR 25,228 monthly. Since Malda is classified as a Class Z city, the House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated at 9% of the basic pay, amounting to INR 4,284. The Transport Allowance (TA) is set at INR 1,800 plus DA on TA (INR 954), totaling INR 2,754. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to INR 79,866. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (INR 7,283) and Professional Tax (INR 200), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately INR 72,383.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the MALDA Authority strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and West Bengal State Government reservation guidelines. Vertical reservation allocates 10% of total vacancies to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 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). Women candidates and reserved categories benefit from a 50% concession on the application fee. Scribe facilities are provided to eligible PwBD candidates during the written examination.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Block Epidemiologist

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the Block Epidemiologist post?

Candidates must possess a Master of Public Health (MPH), Diploma in Public Health, or an MSc in Life Sciences, Epidemiology, or Biostatistics from a recognized university, preferably with relevant field experience.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for this role?

Yes, selected candidates are required to sign a service agreement or bond committing to serve for a minimum period of one year, which is renewable based on performance and project funding.

Will there be negative marking in the written screening examination?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks will be applied for every incorrect answer in the multiple-choice question paper of the written screening stage.

What is the duration of the probation period for a newly recruited Block Epidemiologist?

The selected candidates will undergo an initial probation and performance assessment period of one year from the date of joining before their contract is renewed or finalized.

How is the final merit list calculated for this recruitment?

The final merit list is compiled using a weighted score: 80% weightage is given to the written exam, 15% to the computer proficiency test, and 5% to the personal interview.

Where will the primary posting locations be for selected candidates?

Selected candidates will be posted at various Block Primary Health Centres (BPHCs) or Block Public Health Units (BPHUs) within the administrative jurisdiction of Malda District.