Introduction
The District Health Society (DHS), Giridih under the National Health Mission (NHM) has released Advertisement No. 03/2026/DHS for the recruitment of 108 contractual health workers across 23 different posts. Candidates can submit their offline applications up to 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
Highlights
| Organisation | District Health Society (DHS), Giridih, Jharkhand |
| Post Name | Various Health Programme Posts (Staff Nurse, ANM, Lab Technician, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | 108 |
| Application Mode | Offline (by post) |
| Start Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 12 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | giridih.nic.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is for contractual positions under the National Health Mission (NHM), Jharkhand. The posts span clinical, supervisory, technical, and administrative roles to strengthen health services in Giridih district.
Vacancy Details
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Total Posts | Essential Qualification (Summary) | Salary (Rs./month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Treatment Supervisor (STS) | 8 | Bachelor’s Degree OR recognized Sanitary Inspector’s course; Computer Operations certificate (min. 2 months); permanent two‑wheeler licence | 19,999/- |
| 2 | Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor (STLS) | 2 | Graduate/Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent; two‑wheeler licence; computer operations certificate | 21,420/- |
| 3 | Lab Technician/Sputum Microscopist | 7 | Intermediate (10+2) and Diploma/Certified course in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent | 12,600/- |
| 4 | District Programme Coordinator (DPC) | 1 | MBA/PG Diploma in Management/Health Administration; minimum 1 year work experience | 20,710/- |
| 5 | Tuberculosis Health Visitor (TB‑HV) | 1 | Graduate in Science OR Intermediate (10+2) in Science with relevant health worker experience or recognized TB‑HV course | 13,211/- |
| 6 | District Pharmacist | 1 | Degree/Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized university | 15,000/- |
| 7 | Refrigerator Mechanic (NRHM) | 1 | Matriculation + ITI in Refrigeration and Air‑Conditioning; 3 years experience in DF/ILR/Refrigerators | 8,000/- |
| 8 | VBD Consultant | 1 | PG Degree in Zoology (Entomology) or Life Science (Zoology mandatory at graduate level) | 43,923/- |
| 9 | MTS | 1 | Graduate (Biology stream); valid two‑wheeler licence | 17,303/- |
| 10 | ANM (NHM) | 14 | 10+2 or equivalent with ANM course recognized by Govt. and approved by INC; registered under Jharkhand Nursing Council | 11,550/- |
| 11 | Staff Nurse (NHM) | 24 | 10+2/Intermediate with 3 years General Nursing & Midwifery training; registered under Jharkhand Nursing Council | 14,300/- |
| 12 | Block Data Manager (NHM) | 6 | Graduation in any discipline with a computer application diploma/degree; minimum 2 years relevant experience | 15,000/- |
| 13 | ANM (MTC) | 1 | Same as ANM (NHM) | 11,466/- |
| 14 | Staff Nurse (NBSU) | 4 | Same as Staff Nurse (NHM) | 14,300/- |
| 15 | ANM (RBSK) | 4 | Same as ANM (NHM) | 11,466/- |
| 16 | Pharmacist (RBSK) | 4 | Diploma in Pharmacy; registered under Jharkhand State Pharmacy Council; computer proficiency | 11,550/- |
| 17 | ANM (NUHM) | 1 | Same as ANM (NHM) | 11,466/- |
| 18 | Nutritional Counsellor (MTC) | 3 | Master’s/Bachelor’s in Food & Nutrition/Home Science (Hons/Pass); 1 year health sector experience | 12,375/- |
| 19 | Hospital Attendant (NPHCE) | 2 | Matriculation | 10,000/- |
| 20 | Sanitary Attendant (NPHCE) | 2 | Matriculation | 10,000/- |
| 21 | Psychiatric Social Worker (NMHP) | 1 | PG Degree after minimum 2‑year course in mental health or psychiatric social work | 29,524/- |
| 22 | Rehabilitation Worker (NPHCE) | 11 | 10+2 or equivalent; 1‑year certificate/Diploma in Multi Rehabilitation Worker; registered under RCI Act 1992 | 15,000/- |
| 23 | Clinical Psychologist (NMHP) | 1 | PG Degree in Psychology/Applied Psychology + M.Phil in medical/social psychology (2‑year full‑time, RCI recognized) | 26,250/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Maximum Age for PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 21 years | 35 years | 45 years |
| Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class | 21 years | 37 years | 47 years |
| Women (Unreserved/EWS/BC/EBC) | 21 years | 38 years | 48 years |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 21 years | 40 years | 50 years |
| EWS | 21 years | 35 years | 45 years |
Educational Qualification
Educational requirements differ for each post as detailed in the vacancy table above. Common criteria include:
- ANM posts: 10+2 with recognized ANM course and registration with Jharkhand Nursing Council.
- Staff Nurse posts: 10+2/Intermediate + 3 years GNM training and registration with Jharkhand Nursing Council.
- Technical/supervisory posts (e.g., STS, STLS, TB‑HV) require a computer operations certificate and, where specified, a permanent two‑wheeler driving licence.
Pay Scale & Salary
Salary is post‑wise and ranges from Rs. 8,000/- (Refrigerator Mechanic) to Rs. 43,923/- (VBD Consultant) per month. Refer to the vacancy table for exact figures.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / BC candidates: Rs. 400/- per post
- SC / ST candidates: Rs. 200/- per post
Important Dates
| Notification / Advertisement Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 12 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates will be based on the submitted documents and eligibility criteria. Selected candidates will be called for document verification/interview as per the discretion of DHS Giridih.
How to Apply
- Download the application form (if available) or obtain a hard copy from the DHS Giridih office.
- Fill in all required details clearly in English/Hindi.
- Attach attested copies of all mandatory documents (educational certificates, age proof, experience certificates, etc.).
- Pay the applicable application fee by Demand Draft in favor of “District Health Society, Giridih”.
- Send the completed application form along with the Demand Draft to:
Civil Surgeon‑cum‑Chief Executive Officer, DHS Giridih
Address: District Health Society, Giridih, Jharkhand - Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
FAQs
- What is the total number of vacancies?
The recruitment offers a total of 108 vacancies across 23 posts. - How can I submit my application?
Applications must be sent offline by post to the Civil Surgeon‑cum‑CEO, DHS Giridih, before 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM. - Is there an online application portal?
No. The application mode is offline only. - What is the salary range for these posts?
Salary varies from Rs. 8,000/- to Rs. 43,923/- per month, depending on the post. - What are the age limits for candidates?
Minimum age is 21 years. Maximum age varies from 35 years (General) to 50 years (SC/ST) and higher for PwD as per the table above. - What is the application fee?
General/OBC/BC candidates pay Rs. 400/- per post; SC/ST candidates pay Rs. 200/- per post.