The District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Howrah has released a new job notification for 66 contractual vacancies. This recruitment offers a good opportunity for candidates looking for government-supported jobs in the healthcare sector of West Bengal.
These posts include AYUSH Doctors, Pharmacists, Medical Officers, Yoga Instructors, and other healthcare staff. The recruitment will be done through a competitive selection process under different National Health Programs like NPPMMDVM, NAM, and NACP.
DHFWS Howrah Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Organization Name: District Health & Family Welfare Samiti, Howrah
Post Name: AYUSH Doctor, Pharmacist, Medical Officer & Others
Total Vacancies: 66
Job Type: Contractual
Application Mode: Online
Start Date: 19 February 2026
Last Date: 06 March 2026
Official Website: hr.wbhealth.gov.in
Total Vacancy Details (Post-Wise)
There are 66 vacancies under different health programs.
AYUSH Doctor (Homoeopathy) – 03 Posts – ₹40,000 per month
AYUSH Doctor (Ayurveda) – 02 Posts – ₹40,000 per month
Multipurpose Worker (MPW) – 05 Posts
Yoga Instructor (Male) – 25 Posts
Yoga Instructor (Female) – 25 Posts
Medical Officer (ART) – 01 Post
Counsellor (ART) – 01 Post
Pharmacist (ART) – 01 Post
Data Manager (ART) – 02 Posts
Laboratory Technician (ICTC) – 01 Post
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
AYUSH Doctor (Homoeopathy): BHMS degree from recognized university and registration in West Bengal State Council.
AYUSH Doctor (Ayurveda): BAMS degree and registration in West Bengal State Council.
Multipurpose Worker: Graduate + 1-year computer diploma (MS Office).
Yoga Instructor: Madhyamik pass + 1-year Yoga/Naturopathy certificate approved by WBCYN and registration required.
Medical Officer (ART): MBBS from recognized institute and registration under West Bengal Medical Council.
Counsellor: Graduate with 3 years experience OR Postgraduate in relevant subject.
Other Posts: Diploma/Degree as per official notification.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 50 Years
Age calculation date: 01 January 2026
Age relaxation as per West Bengal Government rules.
Selection Process
The selection will be merit-based and includes:
Document Verification
Written Test
Computer Test (for selected posts)
Practical Demonstration (for Yoga Instructor)
Interview
Final Merit List
Expected Exam Pattern
General Knowledge (West Bengal) – 30 Marks
Subject Knowledge – 40 Marks
English/Reasoning – 20 Marks
Computer – 10 Marks
Total – 100 Marks
Negative marking of 0.25 marks may apply for each wrong answer.
Application Fee
General/OBC – No Fee
SC/ST – No Fee
All candidates can apply without paying any application fee.
How to Apply Online
Visit the official website hr.wbhealth.gov.in
Click on DHFWS Howrah Recruitment 2026 link
Complete new registration with email and mobile number
Fill personal and educational details carefully
Upload photo, signature, and required certificates
Submit the form before 06 March 2026
Download and print the application form
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 17 February 2026
Online Application Start: 19 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 06 March 2026
Admit Card: 10–15 days before exam
Exam Date: To be announced