Medical and Health Recruitment Board, Assam (MHRB Assam) has released Advt. No. MHRB/49/M&HO-I/2026/1892 for direct recruitment of 560 Medical & Health Officer-I (M&HO-I) doctors under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Assam. Medical graduates possessing an MBBS Degree from a recognized university and permanent registration with Assam Medical Council can submit online applications via nhm.assam.gov.in on or before 27-02-2026. Inducted doctors will be deployed across Primary Health Centres (PHCs), Community Health Centres (CHCs), and District Civil Hospitals throughout Assam.
MHRB Assam Medical Officer 2026: Fast Overview Table
Key recruitment benchmarks, salary band structures, and statutory criteria established by the Medical and Health Recruitment Board Assam are detailed below:
| Recruiting Board | Medical and Health Recruitment Board, Assam (MHRB Assam) |
|---|---|
| Official Advertisement Ref | Advt. No. MHRB/49/M&HO-I/2026/1892 |
| Sanctioned Medical Posts | 560 Medical Officer-I Vacancies |
| Pay Scale Matrix | Pay Band 4: ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000/- with Grade Pay of ₹12,700/- plus other allowances |
| Age Eligibility Standards | 21 to 38 years as of 01.01.2026 (relaxable up to 43 years for SC/ST) |
| Application Processing Fee | ₹250/- for General; ₹150/- for OBC/MOBC/SC/ST; Exempt for PwBD |
| Registration Deadline | 27-02-2026 |
| Administrative Department | Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Assam |
| Official Online Portal | https://nhm.assam.gov.in/ |
District Hospital & Rural Health Network Distribution across Assam
The 560 Medical Officer posts are distributed across 35 administrative districts in Assam, including Kamrup Metropolitan, Dibrugarh, Cachar, Jorhat, Nagaon, Sonitpur, Barpeta, Dhubri, Kokrajhar, Karbi Anglong, and Dima Hasao. Appointed doctors serve as medical officers in charge of primary outpatient clinics, maternal and child healthcare, national immunization programs, and emergency casualty wards.
Statutory communal reservation quotas conform to Government of Assam guidelines: Scheduled Castes (7%), Scheduled Tribes Plains (STP - 10%), Scheduled Tribes Hills (STH - 5%), Other Backward Classes / More Other Backward Classes (OBC/MOBC - 27%), Economically Weaker Sections (10%), and 4% reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. In addition, 30% horizontal reservation is granted to women doctors across all categories.
In addition to regular hospital consultations, Medical & Health Officers supervise specialized tea garden healthcare initiatives, riverine boat clinics serving remote sand-island (char) populations on the Brahmaputra, seasonal Japanese Encephalitis vaccination campaigns in Upper Assam, and maternal-infant health tracking under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA).
Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualifications, Age Limits & Standards
Mandatory Medical Degrees & Assam Medical Council Registration
Candidates must hold an MBBS Degree from any recognized university or medical institution approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) or former Medical Council of India (MCI). Completion of one-year compulsory rotatory internship on or before the application cutoff date is mandatory. Applicants must be registered permanently with the Assam Medical Council (AMC). Doctors registered with other state medical councils must register with the Assam Medical Council before final appointment.
Age Limits and State Relaxations
Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years of age as of January 1, 2026. Upper age relaxations apply under Assam government personnel department rules: 5 years for SC and ST candidates (up to 43 years), 3 years for OBC/MOBC candidates (up to 41 years), and 10 years for PwBD candidates. Doctors who have served under the National Health Mission (NHM) on a contractual basis in rural or char areas of Assam receive special service age relaxations.
Rural Clinical Service Commitment
Under Assam health service rules, newly inducted Medical & Health Officers must complete mandatory rural or remote district service for a minimum period of three years. Successful completion of rural tenure is compulsory for sponsorship towards postgraduate medical admissions (MD/MS) through state quota counseling.
Pay Scale Matrix, Grade Pay & State Medical Allowances
Appointees receive regular state civil service remuneration under Assam Revision of Pay Rules: Pay Band-4 (₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000/-) with Grade Pay of ₹12,700/- per month (Total starting basic ₹42,700/-). Admissible monthly allowances include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) as sanctioned by the Government of Assam, Rural Remote Area Allowance for difficult hill/char postings, medical reimbursement, and coverage under the National Pension System (NPS).
Selection Methodology: Academic Scoring & Viva-Voce
Selection is conducted based on academic evaluation and personal interview before the Board:
- Academic Scoring Matrix (Maximum 80 Marks):
- Aggregate marks scored in all professional MBBS examinations (Proportional weightage up to 60 Marks).
- Postgraduate Degree (MD / MS / DNB) in clinical specialties: 10 Marks.
- Postgraduate Diploma in clinical disciplines: 5 Marks.
- Contractual service rendered under NHM Assam in rural health institutions: Up to 10 Marks.
- Viva-Voce / Personal Interview (20 Marks): Assessment by senior medical professors and administrative health commissioners testing clinical diagnostic ability, management of maternal and infant health emergencies, epidemic control (malaria, dengue, encephalitis), and healthcare leadership.
- Final Merit Ranking: Formulated by combining academic merit scores (80 marks) and viva-voce interview marks (20 marks).
How to Apply for MHRB Assam Medical Officer Step-by-Step
Candidates must submit their applications on the official recruitment portal:
- Visit the official portal: https://nhm.assam.gov.in/.
- Locate the link "Recruitment of Medical & Health Officer-I under MHRB (Advt No. 1892)".
- Register by providing an active mobile number, valid email address, and personal identity particulars.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications from 10th to MBBS, and Assam Medical Council registration number.
- Upload scanned copies of MBBS degree certificate, all MBBS marksheets, internship completion certificate, AMC registration, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport photograph.
- Pay the application fee of ₹250/- (₹150/- for OBC/SC/ST; Nil for PwBD) through Government of Assam e-Treasury Challan or online payment gateway.
- Submit your completed application and preserve the printed summary acknowledgment receipt.
Important Dates & Application Schedule
| Notification Publication | Verified on NHM Assam Portal |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opening | Active Now |
| Application Closing Deadline | 27-02-2026 |
| Document Verification & Viva-Voce | Conducted at MHRB Office, Hengrabari, Guwahati |
| Select List Publication | Notified on nhm.assam.gov.in |
Official Notification Downloads & Portal Links
Frequently Asked Questions (MHRB Assam Medical Officer)
Is registration with Assam Medical Council compulsory at the time of application?
Candidates must possess permanent registration with the Assam Medical Council or produce proof of having applied for reciprocal registration transfer with AMC prior to document verification.
Do doctors with contractual NHM experience receive weightage?
Yes. Doctors who have served on contract under National Health Mission (NHM) Assam in rural or remote primary health facilities receive additional bonus marks during academic scoring.
Is there any written test for M&HO-I recruitment?
No. Selection is based on the composite evaluation of MBBS academic scores, postgraduate medical qualifications, rural experience weightage, and personal viva-voce interview.
What is the mandatory rural service tenure after appointment?
Appointees must serve for a minimum unbroken period of three years in rural or remote health facilities across Assam before becoming eligible for study leave or postgraduate sponsorships.
What is the venue for document verification and interview?
Document scrutiny and viva-voce interviews are conducted at the Medical and Health Recruitment Board Office, National Health Mission Building, Hengrabari, Guwahati, Assam.
Are appointed doctors eligible for state quota PG medical seats?
Yes. Appointed Medical & Health Officers who complete a minimum of three years of continuous rural service in government health centers in Assam become eligible for reserved in-service state quota seats in MD/MS postgraduate degree courses in Assam medical colleges.
Anti-Fraud Advisory & Selection Transparency
Official Notice: Recruitment by the Medical and Health Recruitment Board, Assam is governed entirely by transparent academic merit and performance before the interview board. MHRB does not authorize any middlemen or private agencies. Never offer cash or entertain touts promising appointments. Report corrupt activities to the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption, Assam or to MHRB at nhm.assam.gov.in.