District Health & Family Welfare Samity, Purba Bardhaman has released recruitment notification 1019/DH&FWS/II-3 for 27 contractual posts. The recruitment drive covers 6 vacancies for Block Data Manager and 21 vacancies for Staff Nurse. Candidates can apply online through the official portal up to 13 November 2026. Consolidated monthly pay is Rs 22,000 for Block Data Manager and Rs 25,000 for Staff Nurse. The maximum age limit is 40 years as on 1 January 2026.
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | District Health & Family Welfare Samity |
| Advertisement Number | 1019/DH&FWS/II-3 |
| Notification Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 27 posts (contractual basis) |
| Positions Offered | Block Data Manager, Staff Nurse |
| Consolidated Monthly Remuneration | Rs 22,000 to Rs 25,000 per month |
| Mode of Application | Online mode only |
| Registration Closing Date | 13 November 2026 |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to submit online application | 13 November 2026 |
| Written examination or computer test date | Not stated in the notice |
Post-wise vacancies and pay
| Post | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay | Upper Age | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Data Manager | 6 | Rs. 22000/- per month Consolidated | 40 years | Block Public Health Unit (BPHU) of Purba Bardhaman |
| Staff Nurse | 21 | Rs 25,000 per month | 40 years | U-HWC & Polyclinics of ULB (Municipality) of Purba Bardhaman |
Category break-up for Block Data Manager: UR: 1, UR (PwBD): 1, SC: 2, ST: 1, OBC-A: 1.
Category break-up for Staff Nurse: UR: 5, SC: 7, ST: 2, OBC-A: 4, OBC-B: 3.
Eligibility criteria
For the Block Data Manager post, the candidate must be a graduate from any recognized university and have completed at least a 1 year Diploma course in Computer Application from a government registered institution. Candidates must also have working knowledge of computers with operating knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and Internet. A minimum of 3 years experience in the government sector or 5 years experience in the private sector in data recording and data analysis is required.
For the Staff Nurse post, the candidate must have completed the GNM training course from an institute recognized by the Indian Nursing Council or West Bengal Nursing Council, or completed the B.Sc Nursing course. The applicant must be registered under the West Bengal Nursing Council. Candidates should have proficiency in the local language.
General nationality requirement: The applicant must be a permanent resident of West Bengal. Candidates must have knowledge of local languages, being able to read, write, and speak in Bengali.
Age limit
The upper age limit for both posts is 40 years as on 1 January 2026. For Block Data Manager, the minimum age is 21 years. Age relaxation is admissible for reserved category candidates as per the existing rules of the State Government.
Application fee and payment method
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General category candidates | Rs 100 |
| Reserved categories | Rs 50 |
The application fee must be deposited to the bank through NEFT in favor of District Health and Family Welfare Samity (Non-NHM), Bank Account Number 0187132000008, IFSC code CNRB0000187. Online payment is also accepted by the samity. Candidates must keep the bank deposit copy with UTR number or the payment receipt screenshot, as it must be submitted along with the printed application form during document verification.
Selection process
For Block Data Manager, selection is based on academic scoring and a practical computer test out of 100 marks total. Academic qualification evaluation comprises Class X (5 marks), Class XII (10 marks), and Graduation (15 marks). The computer test carries 70 marks, evaluating MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and Internet. The qualifying score in the computer test is 50%.
For Staff Nurse, selection is conducted strictly based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examination, GNM or B.Sc Nursing.
How to apply
Desiring candidates will visit www.wbhealth.gov.in or https://hr.wbhealth.gov.in to fill up the online application.
If the alert Duplicate Registration appears during the online registration process for candidates who applied previously, applicants should enter their last name two times in the Enter Last Name field on the first page of the form.
Only online applications are accepted for this recruitment. Forms that are incomplete or contain discrepancies with original testimonials are liable to cancellation. Candidates must properly upload their photograph and signature during form submission.
Documents required at testimonial verification
- Printed copy of the submitted online application form.
- NEFT payment document with UTR number or screenshot of online payment.
- Proof of age, caste certificate, and educational qualification certificates.
- West Bengal Nursing Council registration certificate for Staff Nurse applicants.
Points to check before applying
- Age eligibility is determined as of 1 January 2026.
- Permanent residency in West Bengal is required for all applicants.
- Staff Nurse applicants must hold active registration with the West Bengal Nursing Council.
- Provisional shortlist for verification will be announced on purbabardhaman.nic.in and wbhealth.gov.in.
Important Links
| Resource / Document | Official Web Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Official Notification PDF |
| Online Application Portal | Apply Online |
| Official Health Department Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the final deadline to apply for Purba Bardhaman health samity posts?
The closing date to submit the online application is 13 November 2026.
How many total vacancies are announced under memo 1019/DH&FWS/II-3?
A total of 27 positions are announced, including 6 Block Data Manager and 21 Staff Nurse posts.
What is the upper age limit specified for candidates?
Candidates must be up to 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026.
What is the application fee for reserved category candidates?
Applicants belonging to reserved categories must deposit a fee of Rs 50.
What is the monthly consolidated salary for Staff Nurse?
Selected Staff Nurses will receive a consolidated pay of Rs 25,000 per month.
What is the qualification required for the Block Data Manager post?
Applicants must be a graduate in any discipline with at least a 1 year computer diploma and relevant data experience.
How will selection be carried out for the Block Data Manager role?
Candidates will be evaluated through academic marks (Class X, Class XII, and Graduation) and a computer test of 70 marks.
Where can applicants find the online application link?
Desiring candidates will visit https://hr.wbhealth.gov.in to fill up the online application.