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West Bengal State Health & Family Welfare Samiti (WBSHFWS) conducts exams for the posts of Medical Officer and Other.

Latest Notification

Recruitment 2025 notification has been released by the West Bengal State Health & Family Welfare Samiti (WBSHFWS) on its official website. The notification has been announced for posts including Medical Officer, General Duty Medical Officer, Medical Officer (HCP), Staff Nurse, GDA, etc.

Registration

First of all, go to the official website of WB Health www.wbhealth.gov.in
After that tap on the Recruitment section available on the left-hand side of the homepage.
Search for the recruitment notification titled “Walk-In-Interview for the post of Medical Officer (NUHM), General Duty Medical Officer (NRHM), Medical Officer (HCP), Staff Nurse (NUHM), Staff Nurse (HCP), Accountant, GDA & STLS.”
The page will direct you to the recruitment advertisement. Go through it thoroughly and check the eligibility criteria for the posts you are applying for.
The form is available at the bottom of the advertisement. Download the form and take a printout.
Fill in the required information as asked in the application form.
Save a copy of the same for future reference.
Carry the duly filled application form to DRS Hall (1st Floor), Bungalow Office Campus of the CMOH, 11, Dr. P.K. Banerjee Road, Lichubagan, Howrah-711101.

Eligibility Criteria

WB Health Educational Qualification

The candidate should have the following educational qualifications to be eligible for the vacancies

Post Name	Qualification
Medical Officer	MBBS from an MCI-recognized institute along with a 1-year mandatory internship. Must be registered under West Bengal Medical Council.
General Duty Medical Officer
Medical Officer (HCP)
Staff Nurse	Completed GNM course from a recognized by Indian Nursing Council (INC)
Accountant	Retired Govt. Employee
GDA	Retired Govt. Employee
Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor	Graduate from a recognized university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate score. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) recognized by West Bengal State Medical Faculty. Certificate course in computer operations.

WB Health Eligibility 2025: Age Limit

The prescribed eligibility criteria are mentioned in the tabular form below:

Post Name	Age Limit
Medical Officer (NUHM)	22-65 years
General Duty Medical Officer (NRHM)	22-65 years
Medical Officer (HCP)	22-65 years
Staff Nurse (NUHM)	Up to 64 years
Staff Nurse (HCP)	Up to 40 years
Accountant	Up to 60-65 years
GDA	Up to 60-65 years
Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor	22-40 years

The candidates belonging to SC, ST Category get age relaxation by 5 years.

WB Health Overall Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates can check the overall eligibility criteria like nationality and process of application in front of the table below

Particulars	Details
Age Limit Range	22-65 years
Nationality	Indian
Domicile	West Bengal
Selection Process	Interview
Important Points	Upon selection, candidates will be required to work under the district of Howrah The pay for every post is different as decided by the Government of West Bengal.

Application Fee

Candidates must note that there is no application fee for the walk-in interview.

Exam Pattern

There is only one round which is the interview round. The candidates will be judged on the basis of their personality and relevant knowledge about their specific field. Additionally, candidates must be prepared for the current affairs ongoing in the country and the world.

Counselling

WB Health Recruitment Counseling Process (based on past factors) .
Generally, it is usually followed by a written test and an interview phase. This process is designed to confirm appointments and finalize appointments to health care positions.

Here's what you can generally expect.

1. Results Presentation:
In addition to the written test and interviews, WBHRB regularly publishes the results of the hiring process. It also states the names of the nominees for counseling or final selection.
The results are usually available on the official website of the WBHRB and can be emailed or sent to the candidates via SMS.
2. Call for an interview:
Short Selection: Candidates who have cleared the written test and interview are invited for the counseling process. Not all candidates were called for advice; Only those selected on the basis of merit and available vacancies are invited.
Candidates will be given specific instructions regarding the date, time and venue of the counseling session.
3. Document verification:
One of the most important aspects of the consultation process is the documentation review. Candidates are required to submit their original documents and self-attested photographs for verification.
Documents that must be submitted generally include:

Admit Card for Written Test/Interview
Educational Certificate (Mark Sheet, Degree/Diploma Certificate) .
Caste Certificate (if applicable) .
Date of Birth Certificate (Birth Certificate or Class 10 Certificate) .
Certificates of experience (if required for the position) .
Category Certificate (in case of reserved categories) .
Pictures as written
Medical Fitness Certificate (if required)

Syllabus

Since there is only an interview round, therefore there is no specified syllabus for the WB Health recruitment. Candidates must have subject-specific knowledge of their respective fields. The questions can be based on them as well as the challenges and roles of their previous employment. Current affairs especially related to the medical field must be brushed up before appearing in the interview.

Exam

WB Health Recruitment Exam Highlights (Based on Previous Cycles)

The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) conducts recruitment for various healthcare positions across the state, including roles such as:

Staff Nurse
Medical Technologist
Pharmacist
Ward Master
Medical Officer (MO)
Assistant Engineer (Civil)
Data Manager, etc.

Here are some general highlights based on past recruitment exams:

1. Positions Offered:

Staff Nurse: A common recruitment role, especially for nursing professionals.
Medical Technologist: For lab technicians and similar technical healthcare roles.
Medical Officer: Includes MBBS doctors or specialists.
Pharmacists: For pharmacy-related roles in hospitals and clinics.
Data Managers/Assistants: For non-medical healthcare administrative roles.

2. Eligibility Criteria:

Educational Qualification: This depends on the position but usually requires:
- Relevant degrees or diplomas (e.g., B.Sc. Nursing, DMLT, MBBS, etc.)
- For non-technical roles, a graduation degree in a relevant field may be required.
Age Limit: Typically, candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age, though age limits can vary depending on the role and category.
Experience: Some positions require prior work experience, especially for specialized roles like Medical Officers.

3. Selection Process:

Written Exam:
- The written exam is usually objective in nature, with multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Syllabus: Common sections include:
  - General Knowledge/Current Affairs
  - Aptitude/Reasoning
  - English Language
  - Technical Knowledge (based on the role applied for, e.g., Medical Science, Nursing, Pharmacy, etc.)
Interview/Document Verification:
- After the written test, candidates may be called for an interview or document verification, depending on the position.
- Document verification is done to confirm the educational qualifications, work experience, etc.
Skill Test: For some technical positions (e.g., lab technicians, pharmacists), a skill test may be conducted to assess practical knowledge.

4. Application Process:

Online Application: Most WB Health recruitments require candidates to apply online through the official WBHRB website.
Application Fee: An application fee is usually required, with a discount or exemption for reserved category candidates.
Important Dates: The official notification will announce the start and end dates for applications, along with exam dates.

5. Salary and Benefits:

WB Health offers competitive salaries for healthcare professionals in line with state government pay scales.
Allowances such as medical, travel, and house rent allowances may also be included depending on the post.

Eligibilty Criteria

WB Health Educational Qualification

The candidate should have the following educational qualifications to be eligible for the vacancies

Post Name	Qualification
Medical Officer	MBBS from an MCI-recognized institute along with a 1-year mandatory internship. Must be registered under West Bengal Medical Council.
General Duty Medical Officer
Medical Officer (HCP)
Staff Nurse	Completed GNM course from a recognized by Indian Nursing Council (INC)
Accountant	Retired Govt. Employee
GDA	Retired Govt. Employee
Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor	Graduate from a recognized university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate score. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) recognized by West Bengal State Medical Faculty. Certificate course in computer operations.

WB Health Eligibility 2025: Age Limit

The prescribed eligibility criteria are mentioned in the tabular form below:

Post Name	Age Limit
Medical Officer (NUHM)	22-65 years
General Duty Medical Officer (NRHM)	22-65 years
Medical Officer (HCP)	22-65 years
Staff Nurse (NUHM)	Up to 64 years
Staff Nurse (HCP)	Up to 40 years
Accountant	Up to 60-65 years
GDA	Up to 60-65 years
Senior Tuberculosis Laboratory Supervisor	22-40 years

The candidates belonging to SC, ST Category get age relaxation by 5 years.

WB Health Overall Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates can check the overall eligibility criteria like nationality and process of application in front of the table below

Particulars	Details
Age Limit Range	22-65 years
Nationality	Indian
Domicile	West Bengal
Selection Process	Interview
Important Points	Upon selection, candidates will be required to work under the district of Howrah The pay for every post is different as decided by the Government of West Bengal.

Exam Pattern

There is only one round which is the interview round. The candidates will be judged on the basis of their personality and relevant knowledge about their specific field. Additionally, candidates must be prepared for the current affairs ongoing in the country and the world.

Syllabus

Since there is only an interview round, therefore there is no specified syllabus for the WB Health recruitment. Candidates must have subject-specific knowledge of their respective fields. The questions can be based on them as well as the challenges and roles of their previous employment. Current affairs especially related to the medical field must be brushed up before appearing in the interview.

Counselling

WB Health Recruitment Counseling Process (based on past factors) .
Generally, it is usually followed by a written test and an interview phase. This process is designed to confirm appointments and finalize appointments to health care positions.

Here's what you can generally expect.

1. Results Presentation:
In addition to the written test and interviews, WBHRB regularly publishes the results of the hiring process. It also states the names of the nominees for counseling or final selection.
The results are usually available on the official website of the WBHRB and can be emailed or sent to the candidates via SMS.
2. Call for an interview:
Short Selection: Candidates who have cleared the written test and interview are invited for the counseling process. Not all candidates were called for advice; Only those selected on the basis of merit and available vacancies are invited.
Candidates will be given specific instructions regarding the date, time and venue of the counseling session.
3. Document verification:
One of the most important aspects of the consultation process is the documentation review. Candidates are required to submit their original documents and self-attested photographs for verification.
Documents that must be submitted generally include:

Admit Card for Written Test/Interview
Educational Certificate (Mark Sheet, Degree/Diploma Certificate) .
Caste Certificate (if applicable) .
Date of Birth Certificate (Birth Certificate or Class 10 Certificate) .
Certificates of experience (if required for the position) .
Category Certificate (in case of reserved categories) .
Pictures as written
Medical Fitness Certificate (if required)

Admit card

Admit Card Released:

The WB Health admit card is usually released 2-3 weeks before the exam date.
Candidates will be informed about release of admit cards through official website and other communication channels.
How To Download Admit Card:

Visit the Official WB Health Website: Visit the WB Health Recruitment Office (https://www.wbhealth.gov.in).
Use login credentials: Use the application number and password (or other information depending on how the employee is hired) to login.
Click on Admit Card Link: Once you have the admit card, find the download link.
Download and Print: Verify your details and download the admission form to print. Make sure the details