District Health and Family Welfare Society (DHFWS), Haveri is recruiting 59 qualified professionals on a contract basis to strengthen healthcare services under the National Health Mission and PM-ABHIM schemes. Interested candidates must apply in person before 16 November 2026 at their designated office.
Overview
The District Health and Family Welfare Society, Haveri (under Zilla Panchayat Haveri and the District Programme Management Unit) has announced recruitment for multiple healthcare positions. All roles are on a contract basis and support programmes including NP-NCDs (Non-Communicable Diseases), Maternal Health, Child Health, ICU/HDU, Blood Storage Units, PM-ABHIM Namma Clinics, and the National Urban Health Mission. This is not a permanent position recruitment.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 04 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (In Person) | 16 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Number of Positions | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (MBBS) | 13 | MBBS with internship and KMC registration |
| Lab Technician | 8 | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (2 or 3 year) |
| Nursing Officer (all types including Female) | 18 | GNM or B.Sc Nursing; Nursing Council registration |
| Female Nursing Officer | 13 | General Nursing Diploma; Nursing Council registration |
| Psychiatric Nurse | 1 | B.Sc Nursing or equivalent from RCI-recognised institute |
| Primary Health Safety Officer (PHCO) | 10 | PHCO training from ANM institutions |
| Psychologist | 1 | Master's in Child Psychology (RCI-recognised) |
| Audiologist/Speech Therapist | 1 | Bachelor's in Speech and Language Pathology (RCI-recognised) |
| Optometrist | 1 | Bachelor's or Master's in Optometry |
| X-Ray Technician | 4 | 10th/12th with X-ray/Medical Imaging diploma |
| Physiotherapist | 1 | Bachelor of Physiotherapy (B.P.T) |
| Total | 59 | — |
Eligibility
Medical Officers: MBBS pass with compulsory internship, KMC registration, and degree certificate from the university. Medical Officers for NP-NCDs require minimum 3 years' hospital experience (priority given to National Health Programme experience). Experience not specified for ICU/HDU and PM-ABHIM Namma Clinic posts.
Lab Technicians: SSLC or equivalent pass with a 3-year diploma in medical laboratory technology, OR Second PUC pass in Science with a 2-year diploma, both from Karnataka State Paramedical Board. Must be registered with the state board.
Nursing Officers (MHU): GNM or B.Sc Nursing, registered with Karnataka Nursing Council. Minimum 2 years' service experience required; maximum age 45 years.
Female Nursing Officers (MH, CH, ICU/HDU): General Nursing Diploma from an institution recognised by the Karnataka Government; compulsory Karnataka Nursing Council registration.
Nursing Officers (PM-ABHIM and NP-NCDs): B.Sc or Diploma in Nursing with compulsory Karnataka Nursing Council registration. NP-NCDs role requires compulsory 2 years' hospital service experience.
Psychiatric Nurse: B.Sc in Nursing or equivalent from an RCI-recognised institute. If not available, General Nursing can be considered. Minimum 2 years' experience in psychiatry/mental health institution or hospital required.
Primary Health Safety Officer (PHCO): PHCO training from ANM institutions recognised by the Karnataka Government; compulsory Karnataka Nursing Council registration.
Psychologist: Master's Degree in Child Psychology from an RCI-recognised institute (essential). Preference given to candidates with minimum 2 years' work experience in the public health sector (government or NGO).
Audiologist/Speech Therapist: Bachelor's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an RCI-recognised institute (essential). Preference given to candidates with minimum 2 years' work experience in the public health sector (government or NGO).
Optometrist: Bachelor's or Master's in Optometry from any recognised university (essential). Preference given to candidates with minimum 2 years' work experience in the public health sector (government or NGO).
X-Ray Technician: 10th (SSLC) or 12th (PUC) in Science with a diploma in X-ray/Medical Imaging Technology from an institution affiliated to RUGHS or approved by the Karnataka paramedical board.
Physiotherapist: Degree in Physiotherapy (B.P.T). Minimum 2 years' hospital experience required; experience under the National Health Mission programme is preferred.
How to Apply
- Download the official notification PDF to understand the complete instructions and requirements.
- Gather all original and photocopied documents: educational certificates, experience certificates, professional council registration (KMC, Karnataka Nursing Council, etc.), and valid identity proof.
- Identify the correct application office for your post based on the designation and programme.
- Visit the designated application office in person on or before 16 November 2026 during working hours.
- Submit your completed application form along with all supporting documents. Online, e-mail and registered post applications are not accepted. Applications must be submitted in person only.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the application method?
A: Applications must be submitted in person only at the designated office for your post before 16 November 2026. Online, e-mail and registered post submissions are not accepted.
Q: Where do I submit my application?
A: The application office depends on your post. Medical Officers (NP-NCDs), Nursing Officers (NP-NCDs) and Physiotherapist apply at District Surveillance Unit; most other posts at District Programme Management Unit; Nursing Officer (MHU) and X-Ray Technicians at District TB Officer; Psychiatric Nurse at District Leprosy Officer. See the official notification for exact addresses.
Q: What is the contract duration?
A: See the official notification for complete details regarding contract term and conditions.
Q: Are these permanent positions?
A: No, all positions are on a contract basis under the National Health Mission and PM-ABHIM programmes.
Q: What experience is required for Medical Officers?
A: Medical Officers for NP-NCDs require minimum 3 years' hospital experience. Experience requirements for ICU/HDU and PM-ABHIM roles are not specified in the notice.
Q: Can I apply by post or e-mail?
A: No. Only in-person applications are accepted. Postal, e-mail and online submissions will not be considered.
Candidates are advised to verify all details including eligibility, application offices and deadlines on the official website and official notification PDF before applying.