District Health Society, Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO), Janjgir-Champa (Chhattisgarh) has published an official hiring notification (Advt No. NHM/2026-27/5533) for 66 contractual positions under the National Health Mission (NHM). Available openings include Community Health Officer (CHO), Staff Nurse, Laboratory Technician, ANM, Radiographer, Dental Surgeon, Accountant, Junior Secretarial Assistant, and essential support staff.

Important Dates

• Official Notification Release: 23 July 2026
• Application Start Date: 23 July 2026
• Application Submission Deadline (Postal Posts): 10 August 2026 (till 5:00 PM)
• Walk-in Interview Dates (Specific Posts): 04 August 2026 to 07 August 2026
• Merit List & Objection (Dawa-Aapatti) Release: To be announced on the official website.

Vacancy Breakdown & Monthly Remuneration

Positions are divided into two main application categories: Table A (Submitted through Registered/Speed Post) and Table B (Direct Walk-in Submissions).

Table A: Postal Application Posts (46 Openings)

Table B: Direct Walk-in Interview Posts (20 Openings)

Detailed Post-Wise Eligibility Criteria

Educational Requirements

1. Support Staff / Cleaner / Attendant / Cook: Candidate must have cleared 8th standard from a recognized board.
2. Security Guard & Class IV: Passed 10th standard. Security Guard applicants must meet physical fitness criteria (minimum height 160 cm) and possess 1 year of security experience.
3. ANM: 12th Pass with ANM course from an INC-recognized institute along with an active registration in Chhattisgarh Nursing Registration Council.
4. Staff Nurse: B.Sc Nursing or GNM course completed from a recognized institute + Live CG Nursing Council registration.
5. CHO (Community Health Officer): B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing integrated with Certificate in Community Health (CCH). Certificate from the college principal in the official format is compulsory.
6. Laboratory Technician: Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or BMLT degree with valid CG Paramedical Council registration.
7. Junior Secretarial Assistant (LDC): 12th pass with a recognized 1-year PGDCA / DCA computer diploma.

Age Criteria (As of 01 January 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
• Maximum Age Limit (Medical & Technical Posts): 70 Years
• Maximum Age Limit (Managerial & Administrative Posts): 64 Years

Note: Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, Women, PWD) belonging to Chhattisgarh receive upper age relaxations up to 5 years as per state government regulations.

Fee Structure & Payment Method

Application fees must be paid strictly via Demand Draft (DD) issued by any nationalized bank.

Demand Draft Payable Details

• Favour of: DISTRICT HEALTH SOCIETY, Non NHM Other Fund Janjgir
• Payable at: Janjgir

Category-Wise Application Fees

Fee once paid is non-refundable. Applications submitted without a valid Demand Draft will be automatically rejected.

Step-by-Step Offline Application Guide

To ensure your application is accepted without errors, follow this exact step-by-step procedure:

1. Download Form: Get the official prescribed application form PDF from the official site (janjgir-champa.gov.in) or the district CMHO notice board.

2. Fill Details: Fill out all columns using blue/black ballpoint pen in capital letters. Mention personal, qualification, council registration, and experience details accurately.

3. Get Demand Draft: Purchase a Demand Draft for the exact fee amount as per your category and post pay scale.

4. Self-Attest Documents: Attach self-attested photocopies of all required mark sheets, certificates, and ID proof behind the application form.

5. Envelope Packaging: Put the completed form, original Demand Draft, and self-attested document copies inside a durable A4-sized envelope.

6. Outer Envelope Labelling: Clearly write the following details on the top of the envelope:

   Application for the Post of: [Name of the Post]
   Category: [UR / OBC / SC / ST / PWD]
   Advertisement No: NHM/2026-27/5533

7. Postal Address: Dispatch the envelope strictly via Speed Post or Registered Post to the following address:

Postal Address:
Office of the Chief Medical & Health Officer (CMHO),
District Health Society, District Janjgir-Champa,
Chhattisgarh - 495668

Crucial Warning: Applications sent via ordinary post, courier services, or delivered by hand at the CMHO office for postal posts will be rejected immediately.

Mandatory Document Checklist

Keep self-attested photocopies of the following documents ready before sending your application:

• 10th Class Marksheet / Birth Certificate (Proof of Age)
• 12th Class Marksheet
• Graduation / Post-Graduation / Diploma Marksheets (All Semesters / Years)
• Active Registration Certificate from CG Medical Council / CG Nursing Council / CG Paramedical Council (as applicable)
• Chhattisgarh Domicile / Residence Certificate
• Caste Certificate issued by competent authority (for SC/ST/OBC applicants)
• Original Demand Draft (DD) with your full name and post name written on the back side
• Relevant Work Experience Certificates (if claiming experience marks)
• Disability Certificate (if applying under PWD quota)
• Live Passport Size Photographs (2 copies attached)

Selection Process & Merit List Calculation

Selection is transparently evaluated through a standardized merit score calculation scheme:

1. Educational Qualification Weightage (60% - 70%): Marks scored in the essential qualifying degree/diploma.
2. Work Experience Weightage (10 to 20 Marks): Awarded for relevant experience in government healthcare institutions or NHM projects in Chhattisgarh.
3. Skill Test / Written Test (Where Applicable): Computer proficiency test for administrative roles (LDC/Accountant) or basic skill assessment for technical roles.

After evaluating applications, a preliminary merit list is published on janjgir-champa.gov.in. Candidates are given a specified time frame to submit objections (Dawa-Aapatti), after which the final merit list and appointment letters are issued.