The District Medical and Health Officer (DM&HO) Bhadradri Kothagudem has released recruitment notification 01/2026 for 95 contract-based positions across healthcare and paramedical roles under National Health Mission (NHM) and National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) schemes. Offline applications are invited from eligible candidates up to 13 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Overview
This recruitment drive aims to fill critical vacancies in nursing, paramedical, specialist, and support staff roles across Bhadradri Kothagudem district in Telangana. Positions are offered on a contract/outsourcing basis under various health programmes including child health, maternal health, TB control, mental health, and primary health care services. The notification was released on 6 November 2026 with reference number E1/3467/DM&HO/NHM/2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Notification Release Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Application Receipt Start Date | 9 November 2026, 10:30 AM |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 13 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Merit List Release Date | To Be Announced |
| Document Verification Date | To Be Announced |
Application Fee
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 |
| Payment Mode | Demand Draft (DD) |
| Payee Name | District Medical and Health Officer, Bhadradri Kothagudem |
| Acceptable Bank | Any Nationalized Bank |
| Submission | Enclose original DD with application form |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | 19 | ₹29,900 |
| ANM / Second ANM | 20 | ₹27,300 |
| MLHP / CHO / MO – Palle Dawakhana | 31 | ₹29,900 – ₹40,000 |
| Lab Technician | 7 | ₹27,300 |
| Pharmacist | 3 | ₹27,300 |
| Medical Officer (Separately Designated) | 3 | ₹52,000 |
| Paediatrician / Medical Officer (Combined Entry) | 2 | ₹52,000 – ₹1,00,000 |
| OBG Specialist | 2 | ₹1,00,000 |
| Anaesthetist | 1 | ₹1,00,000 |
| Clinical Psychologist / Counsellor | 1 | ₹22,750 |
| Psychologist | 1 | ₹22,750 |
| Vaccine and Cold Chain Manager | 1 | ₹19,500 |
| Early Interventionist cum Special Educator | 1 | ₹32,810 |
| Social Worker | 1 | ₹21,580 |
| Senior DOTS Plus TB-HIV Supervisor | 1 | ₹33,750 |
| TBHV | 1 | ₹22,750 |
| Total Vacancies | 95 | |
Eligibility
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 44 years of age as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation is provided as follows: 5 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS categories; 10 years for persons with disabilities (PwD); 3 years plus length of service for ex-servicemen; and 3 years plus length of service for NCC instructors.
Qualifications: Eligibility varies by post and programme. Medical Officers and Specialist Doctors require relevant recognized medical qualifications and professional registration. Staff Nurses must hold prescribed nursing qualifications with applicable council registration. ANM candidates need prescribed ANM qualifications with registration. Lab Technicians, Pharmacists, and Psychologists must possess relevant post-specific qualifications. MLHP/CHO candidates' qualifications vary based on the designation and applicable programme rules. All qualifications will be verified as per National Health Mission guidelines.
How to Apply
- Visit the official district website and access the recruitment section.
- Download the application form and read the official recruitment notification carefully.
- Complete the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional information.
- Obtain a Demand Draft of ₹1,000 from any nationalized bank, payable to the District Medical and Health Officer, Bhadradri Kothagudem.
- Enclose the original DD along with the completed application form, supporting documents, and a copy of the notification.
- Submit the application either in person to the District Medical and Health Officer's office or via registered post.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 13 November 2026, 5:00 PM. Postal delay will not be considered an excuse.
Salary
Monthly remuneration is post-specific and ranges from ₹19,500 to ₹1,00,000. Entry-level support positions such as Vaccine and Cold Chain Manager offer ₹19,500 per month. Nursing and paramedical roles (Staff Nurse, ANM, Lab Technician, Pharmacist) earn between ₹27,300 and ₹29,900. Supervisory and specialist roles command higher pay: Early Interventionist cum Special Educator earns ₹32,810; Senior DOTS Plus TB-HIV Supervisor earns ₹33,750; Medical Officers earn ₹52,000; and top specialist positions (Paediatrician, OBG Specialist, Anaesthetist) earn ₹1,00,000 per month. Salaries are subject to applicable statutory deductions.
Important Links
- Download Application Form
- Official Recruitment Notification PDF
- Post-Wise Vacancy and Remuneration Annexures
- Official Recruitment Announcement
- Official District Website
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for DM&HO Bhadradri Kothagudem NHM recruitment?
The last date for receipt of applications is 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications must reach the office by this deadline; postal delays will not be considered.
Q2. How much is the application fee and how do I pay it?
The application fee is ₹1,000, payable only by Demand Draft drawn from any nationalized bank in favour of District Medical and Health Officer, Bhadradri Kothagudem. The original DD must be enclosed with the application.
Q3. What is the age limit for these posts?
The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation of 5 years applies to SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates, 10 years for PwD candidates, and additional relaxation for ex-servicemen and NCC instructors as per rules.
Q4. How many total vacancies are available?
A total of 95 vacancies are notified across diverse positions: 20 ANM posts, 19 Staff Nurse posts, 31 MLHP/CHO/MO positions, 7 Lab Technician posts, 3 Pharmacist posts, 3 Medical Officer posts, 2 Paediatrician/Medical Officer posts (combined), 2 OBG Specialist posts, and 1 vacancy each for Anaesthetist, Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Vaccine and Cold Chain Manager, Early Interventionist, Social Worker, Senior DOTS Plus Supervisor, and TBHV.
Q5. What is the salary range for these positions?
Monthly remuneration ranges from ₹19,500 to ₹1,00,000 depending on the post. Staff Nurses earn ₹29,900; ANMs earn ₹27,300; Medical Officers earn ₹52,000; and Specialist Doctors (Paediatrician, OBG Specialist, Anaesthetist) earn ₹1,00,000 per month.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection is merit-based on qualifying examination marks (90 marks) and age weightage (10 marks), totalling 100 marks. Refer to the official notification for detailed NHM guidelines on eligibility and qualification requirements.
Candidates must verify all details on the official district website before submitting their applications.