District Health & Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Rampurhat Health District under the Government of West Bengal is inviting online applications for contractual recruitment of Community Health Assistants (Urban) under XVFC Health Grants and the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM). This is a time-limited opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking work in the urban health sector.
Overview
This recruitment drive (Memo No. DHFWS/RPH/DPMU/4157, Contractual Recruitment: 03/2026-27) aims to fill 3 Community Health Assistant (Urban) positions on a contractual basis. The positions are funded under XVFC Health Grants and NUHM and will be based in the Rampurhat health district and municipality. All vacancies carry a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹13,000. Interested candidates must apply online through the designated portal, with registration and fee submission closing on 23/11/2026 and full application submission by 26/11/2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 05/11/2026 |
| Registration Opens | 13/11/2026 |
| Registration and Fee Submission Close | 23/11/2026 |
| Application Form Submission Close | 26/11/2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Caste | ₹100 (non-refundable) |
| Reserved Category | ₹50 (non-refundable) |
Vacancy Details
| Programme | Posts | Category | Place of Posting | Salary (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XVFC Health Grants | 1 | Scheduled Tribe (ST) | UHWC under Rampurhat Health District | ₹13,000 |
| NUHM | 2 | 1 UR (PwBD), 1 UR | UPHC under Rampurhat Municipality | ₹13,000 |
| Total | 3 | |||
Eligibility
Age Limit: Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years old and a maximum of 40 years old as on 1st January 2026. Age relaxation, if any, will be as per Government of West Bengal rules applicable to contractual appointments.
Category-wise Vacancies: The 3 vacancies are distributed as follows: 1 vacancy under Scheduled Tribe (ST) category funded by XVFC Health Grants, and 2 vacancies under Unreserved (UR) category (including 1 UR position reserved for Persons with Disability) funded by NUHM. Applicants from reserved categories must possess the required documents to claim their reserved category status.
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application portal at hr.wbhealth.gov.in
- Register yourself with your personal and professional details between 13/11/2026 and 23/11/2026
- Submit your application fee (₹100 for General Caste or ₹50 for Reserved Category) during the registration window (13/11/2026 to 23/11/2026)
- Complete your application form with all required details and supporting documents by 26/11/2026
- Download and print your confirmation receipt after successful submission for future reference
Salary
The monthly consolidated remuneration for all Community Health Assistant (Urban) positions is ₹13,000 per month. This is a contractual appointment with no additional allowances mentioned in the recruitment notice.
Important Links
- Apply Online for Community Health Assistant (Urban) — Registration from 13/11/2026 to 23/11/2026; form submission until 26/11/2026
- Official Notification PDF — Recruitment Notice (Memo No. DHFWS/RPH/DPMU/4157)
- Official Website of Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for DHFWS Rampurhat Community Health Assistant recruitment?
A: The registration and fee submission deadline is 23/11/2026, while the complete application form submission deadline is 26/11/2026. Candidates must complete all steps within these dates.
Q: What is the monthly salary for this position?
A: The monthly consolidated remuneration is ₹13,000 for the contractual role of Community Health Assistant (Urban).
Q: How many vacancies are available and how are they categorised?
A: A total of 3 vacancies are available: 1 under Scheduled Tribe (ST) category under XVFC Health Grants at UHWC, and 2 under Unreserved (UR) category (including 1 position for Persons with Disability) under NUHM at UPHC.
Q: What is the age limit?
A: Applicants must be minimum 21 years and maximum 40 years old as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the application fee?
A: General Caste applicants must pay ₹100 (non-refundable), and Reserved Category applicants must pay ₹50 (non-refundable).
Q: Where will selected candidates be posted?
A: Selected candidates will be posted either at UHWC (Urban Health & Wellness Centre) under Rampurhat Health District or at UPHC (Urban Primary Health Centre) under Rampurhat Municipality, depending on the programme assignment.
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all details, including dates, fees, eligibility criteria, and posting locations, on the official website of the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal, before submitting their applications.