Introduction
The National Health Mission (NHM), Assam has announced 882 vacancies for the position of Community Health Officer (CHO) on a contractual basis. This is a significant recruitment drive aimed at strengthening primary health care services across the state.
Number of Posts
Total Vacancies: 882 CHO positions
Distribution includes:
Unreserved (UR): ~554
Tea Tribes: ~109
Scheduled Tribe Hills: ~103
Scheduled Tribe Plains: ~36
Scheduled Caste: ~90
(Exact category-wise numbers to be confirmed in the official notification)
Educational Qualification
To be eligible, candidates must have:
Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing or B.Sc. Nursing degree from a recognized university
Completed an Integrated Certificate Course in Community Health (or Certificate Course in Community Health) recognized by IGNOU or designated authority
Registered as Nurse-Midwife with the Assam Nursing Council / DME Assam
Age Limit
Upper Age Limit: 40 years
Age relaxation applicable as per rules:
SC/ST: +5 years
OBC / MOBC: +3 years
Persons with Disabilities: +10 years
Salary / Remuneration
Monthly Fixed Salary: ₹27,500
Performance-Based Incentive: Up to ₹15,000 per month, depending on service delivery and targets
Selection Process
Shortlisting of Eligible Candidates
Document Verification (educational certificates, registration, caste/PwD proofs, etc.)
Final Appointment on contract basis
There’s no written exam or interview; selection is based on eligibility and category-based quotas.
Application Fee
No application fee is required for this recruitment.
Important Dates
Start Date for Online Applications: 20 July 2025
Last Date to Submit Applications: 5 August 2025
Admit card and deployment instructions will be issued later as per process timelines.
Important link
To Download NHM Assam CHO Jobs Notification 2025 PDF
To Apply for NHM Assam Jobs Notification 2025
How to Apply
Access the NHM Assam recruitment portal
Register with your name, mobile number, and email
Complete the application form with accurate academic and personal data
Upload scanned documents:
Nursing degree certificate
Certificate/integrated course proof
Assam Nursing Council registration
Age proof
Caste/PwD certificate (if applicable)
Certificate from Principal confirming community health course
Submit the application and download the confirmation for record-keeping
Key Tips
Double-check category-wise vacancies before applying
Ensure registration with Assam Nursing Council is up-to-date
Keep all documents scanned cleanly in JPG or PDF format with size within prescribed limits
Check for the Appendix-I certification from your college if required
Final Thoughts
With 882 CHO positions, this is a significant opportunity for nursing professionals to join Assam’s healthcare delivery system and serve at the grassroots level. The role offers a competitive monthly salary and performance incentives.
Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria should prepare their documents and apply between 20 July and 5 August 2025.