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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 NALANDA Authority (West Bengal).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NALANDA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹54,349 - ₹16,889 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: West Bengal

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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	₹54,349 - ₹16,889 (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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Certificate Verification and Oral Interview the Post	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Certificate Verification Schedule Provisionally Selected 1	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Certificate Verification Schedule Provisionally Selected	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-01-02
Circle Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Compliances to the RFP 33 Dt on Establishment of Stem	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Conference Meeting for Procurement of Dense Media Cyclone Test R	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Responses Engagement of Training Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of 0 22 Um Pore Size Filter Paper	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 Chos Chief Medical Officer of Health Murshidabad?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹54,349 - ₹16,889 (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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NALANDA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Nalanda Authority recruitment portal, navigate to the active vacancies section, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal, contact, and academic details.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to select the Chief Medical Officer of Health post, then meticulously fill out the comprehensive online application form with professional experience.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including MBBS/MD degree certificates, state medical council registration, identity proof, and passport-sized photographs in the prescribed PDF and JPEG formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using integrated payment gateways via net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the auto-generated transaction receipt for records.

Submit the finalized application form, download the printed confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card prior to the examination date.

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: Computer Based Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Medicine, Preventive and Social Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Surgery, Community Health Administration
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Written Exam	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Public Health Administration, National Health Programmes, Epidemiology and Disaster Management, Healthcare Infrastructure Planning, Bio-Medical Waste Management
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of MCI/SMC Registration, Academic Credential Authentication, Physical Fitness Standards Evaluation, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests
Stage 4: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Leadership and Communication Skills, Case Study on Epidemic Outbreak Management, Knowledge of State Health Schemes, Ethical Dilemmas in Public Health

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) under the Nalanda Authority corresponds to Pay Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at INR 67,700 per month. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at the current rate of 53% (amounting to INR 35,881), and Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) at 20% of basic pay (INR 13,540), the compensation is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities is computed at 20% (INR 13,540), while Transport Allowance (TA) is set at INR 3,600 plus DA on TA. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 1,36,169. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10% of Basic + DA) amounting to INR 10,358, and Professional Tax, the estimated Net In-Hand Monthly Salary stands at approximately INR 1,23,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is implemented with a 10% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), alongside mandated allocations for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). Age relaxation limits are granted as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Additionally, in accordance with central welfare mandates, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application registration fees.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Chos Chief Medical Officer of Healt

What is the minimum qualification required for the CMOH post under Nalanda Authority?

Candidates must possess an MBBS degree from a recognized institution conforming to MCI/NMC standards, along with a valid registration with the State Medical Council or National Medical Commission, and a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification clinical or administrative experience.

Is there a service bond or minimum tenure associated with this administrative post?

Yes, selected candidates are required to execute a mandatory service bond of INR 2,00,000 to serve the Nalanda Authority for a minimum period of two years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the selected officers?

The selected Chief Medical Officer of Health will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their administrative and clinical performance will be closely evaluated before confirmation.

Will there be any normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by the DoPT will be applied to compile the merit list.

What are the primary posting locations for this cadre?

The primary posting will be in Murshidabad and surrounding administrative jurisdictions under the Nalanda Authority's regional health command centers.

Are candidates from states other than West Bengal/Bihar eligible to apply under the general category?

Yes, Indian citizens from all states are eligible to apply under the Unreserved (UR) category, provided they fulfill the educational and registration requirements of the medical council.