The State Health Society Bihar (SHS Bihar) has officially announced the recruitment notification for 4500 posts of Community Health Officers (CHO) under the National Health Mission (NHM). This large-scale recruitment aims to strengthen primary healthcare services across Bihar through Health & Wellness Centres (HWCs). Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
Introduction
The SHS Bihar CHO Recruitment 2025 offers an excellent opportunity for nursing graduates to serve in rural and urban health centers as front-line health providers. The role of a CHO is critical in implementing health programs, managing patient care, and improving health services in the community. Selected candidates will be posted at HWCs and receive structured training and a fixed monthly remuneration.
Post Detail
- Post Name: Community Health Officer (CHO)
- Department: State Health Society Bihar
- Program: National Health Mission (NHM)
- Service Area: Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs), Bihar
No of Post
- Total Vacancies: 4500 Posts
Category-wise breakup of vacancies will be available in the detailed notification PDF.
Education Qualification
- Candidates must have completed B.Sc. Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with Integrated Certificate in Community Health (CCH)
OR - GNM + Certificate in Community Health from a recognized institution approved by the Indian Nursing Council
Candidates must be registered with the Bihar Nursing Council at the time of application.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age:
- UR (Male): 42 years
- UR (Female)/BC/MBC (Male & Female): 45 years
- SC/ST (Male & Female): 47 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar Government norms.
Salary
- Remuneration: ₹25,000 per month
- Performance-based incentive: Up to ₹15,000 per month based on indicators and achievements
Selection Process
- Shortlisting on the basis of merit (educational qualification)
- Document Verification
- Final Selection List will be based on eligibility and certificate validation
There may be no written exam or interview unless stated in the detailed notification.
Application Fees
- General/BC/EWS (Male): ₹500
- SC/ST (Male): ₹250
- All Category (Female): ₹250
- Fee to be paid online via debit/credit card or net banking
Important Dates
- Notification Release: Expected in early 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 5th May 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 26th May 2025
- Merit List/Result Date: To be notified on SHS Bihar website
Important Link
- Official Website: http://shs.bihar.gov.in
- Download Notification: Click Here
How To Apply
- Visit the official website http://shs.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the “Recruitment” tab and open the CHO recruitment link
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, nursing degree, registration proof, etc.)
- Pay the applicable application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Conclusion
The SHS Bihar CHO Recruitment 2025 is a significant opportunity for nursing professionals looking to contribute to public health services. With 4500 vacancies, this recruitment drive will help reinforce Bihar’s health infrastructure at the grassroots level. Interested and eligible candidates should prepare the required documents in advance and apply promptly once the link is active.