NHM Balod Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 67 Medical Officer, Staff Nurse and More Posts

National Health Mission (NHM) Balod, Chhattisgarh is inviting applications for 67 vacancies across various medical and paramedical positions including Medical Officers, Staff Nurses, Pharmacists, Laboratory Technicians and other healthcare support staff. NHM is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to provide accessible, affordable and quality healthcare to rural and urban populations. This recruitment is being conducted at the district level for Balod district in Chhattisgarh. Selected candidates will be engaged on contractual basis to strengthen the public health infrastructure. The application process is offline and candidates need to submit physical applications along with relevant documents to the designated address within the stipulated timeline.

Typical / Indicative dates based on standard NHM recruitment cycles

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution for 67 posts

Post-wise distribution includes: Medical Officers (8-10), Staff Nurses (15-18), Pharmacists (6-8), Laboratory Technicians (5-7), ANMs (8-10), AYUSH Doctors (4-6), Data Entry Operators (3-4), and other support staff.

Educational Qualification

Medical Officer

• MBBS degree from MCI/NMC recognized institution
• Valid registration with State Medical Council

Staff Nurse

• B.Sc Nursing / GNM from recognized institution
• Registration with State/Indian Nursing Council

Pharmacist

• Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma) / B.Pharma
• Registration with State Pharmacy Council

Laboratory Technician

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) or equivalent
• 2 years experience preferred

ANM

• ANM certification from recognized institution
• Registration with State Nursing Council

Data Entry Operator

• 10th pass with typing speed 30 WPM
• Computer knowledge (MS Office, data entry)

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria

Age Relaxation

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• For Medical Officer and nursing positions, candidates should preferably be domiciled in Chhattisgarh or have knowledge of local language

Typical / Indicative application steps for offline NHM recruitment

1. Download Application Form: Visit the official NHM Balod website or District Health Office to obtain the prescribed application format

1. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections of the application form clearly in capital letters with black/blue pen

1. Attach Photographs: Paste recent passport-size colour photographs at designated places on the application form

1. Prepare Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificate, age proof, and registration certificates

1. Payment of Fee: Pay application fee through Demand Draft/Banker's Cheque in favour of "Chief Medical and Health Officer, Balod" payable at Balod

1. Submit Application: Send the complete application with documents and fee payment proof in an envelope marked "Application for the post of [Post Name]" to the address: Office of the Chief Medical and Health Officer, District Hospital Balod, Chhattisgarh - 491226

1. Keep Acknowledgment: Retain a photocopy of the complete application for future reference

Application Fees

Note: Fee is non-refundable and should be paid through Demand Draft only.

Typical selection methodology for NHM Balod recruitment

1. Document Screening: All applications will be scrutinized for eligibility criteria including educational qualifications, experience, age limit and completeness of application. Only eligible candidates will be shortlisted.

1. Written Examination (for applicable posts): Objective type written test covering subject knowledge, general awareness, reasoning ability and basic computer knowledge. Medical Officers and technical staff will face subject-specific questions.

1. Skill Test / Practical Test: Laboratory Technicians, Pharmacists and Data Entry Operators will undergo practical skill assessment. Staff Nurses may have clinical skill evaluation.

1. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will face an interview panel comprising senior medical and administrative officers. Marks typically range from 20-30% of total selection marks.

1. Document Verification: Original certificates will be verified including educational qualifications, experience certificates, caste certificates, age proof, and professional registration certificates.

1. Medical Examination: Finally selected candidates will undergo medical fitness examination at designated government hospital to ensure fitness for the job role.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list will be prepared based on combined marks of written test and interview, subject to document verification and medical fitness.

Written Examination Pattern (Typical)

For Medical Officer Posts

For Paramedical Staff (Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Tech)

For Data Entry Operator

Negative Marking: Typically 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in objective sections. No negative marking in typing/skill tests.

Medical Officer

Medicine

• Infectious diseases, cardiovascular disorders, respiratory diseases
• Gastroenterology, nephrology, endocrinology basics
• Emergency medical care and critical care basics

Surgery

• General surgery principles, minor surgical procedures
• Trauma management and emergency surgeries
• Wound management and suturing techniques

Obstetrics & Gynaecology

• Antenatal care, normal delivery, complications
• Family planning methods, contraception
• Gynecological disorders and infections

Pediatrics

• Common childhood illnesses, immunization schedule
• Growth monitoring, nutritional disorders
• Neonatal care and IMNCI protocols

Community Medicine

• National Health Programs (RMNCH+A, NCD, TB, Malaria)
• Epidemiology, biostatistics, health management
• AYUSH integration and public health administration

Staff Nurse

Fundamentals of Nursing

• Basic nursing procedures, infection control
• Patient care, hygiene and comfort measures
• Vital signs monitoring and documentation

Medical-Surgical Nursing

• Pre and post-operative care
• Care of patients with chronic diseases
• Emergency and critical care nursing

Community Health Nursing

• Maternal and child health programs
• Immunization, family welfare services
• Health education and disease prevention

Obstetrics & Gynecological Nursing

• Antenatal, intranatal and postnatal care
• Care of newborn, breastfeeding promotion
• Family planning and reproductive health

Pediatric Nursing

• Growth and development monitoring
• Common pediatric illnesses and their management
• Pediatric emergency care

Pharmacist

Pharmaceutics

• Dosage forms, pharmaceutical calculations
• Drug storage, dispensing and distribution
• Pharmacy laws and ethics

Pharmacology

• Drug classification, mechanism of action
• Adverse drug reactions, drug interactions
• Essential medicines list and rational drug use

Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy

• Drug inventory management
• Patient counseling, medication safety
• Pharmaceutical care in public health programs

Laboratory Technician

Clinical Pathology

• Blood sample collection, handling and processing
• Hematology tests (CBC, ESR, blood grouping)
• Urine and stool examination procedures

Clinical Biochemistry

• Blood glucose, lipid profile, liver function tests
• Kidney function tests, electrolyte estimation
• Quality control in laboratory procedures

Microbiology

• Bacterial culture and sensitivity testing
• Sputum examination for TB diagnosis
• Malaria parasite detection, blood smear preparation

Laboratory Safety & Equipment

• Biosafety practices, waste management
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Record keeping and reporting systems

General Knowledge (All Posts)

• Current affairs (national and international)
• Indian polity, constitution, governance
• History, geography, economy of India
• Chhattisgarh state - history, culture, geography
• Important days, awards, books and authors

Reasoning & Computer Awareness

• Logical reasoning, analytical ability
• Basic computer operations, MS Office
• Internet basics, email, data management
• Digital India initiatives in healthcare

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative for contractual NHM posts)

Medical Officer

• Consolidated Salary: ₹55,000 - ₹65,000 per month
• May include basic performance incentives
• No separate allowances (consolidated package)

Staff Nurse

• Consolidated Salary: ₹20,000 - ₹25,000 per month
• Night duty allowance where applicable
• Annual increment as per NHM norms

Pharmacist & Laboratory Technician

• Consolidated Salary: ₹15,000 - ₹22,000 per month
• Based on experience and qualification
• Professional development opportunities

ANM & Data Entry Operator

• Consolidated Salary: ₹10,000 - ₹15,000 per month
• Basic consolidated package

Additional Benefits:

• Leave entitlement as per NHM guidelines (typically 15-20 days annual leave)
• Medical insurance coverage under health schemes
• Training and capacity building opportunities
• Maternity/paternity leave as per rules

Note: NHM posts are contractual in nature. Salaries are consolidated monthly payments without traditional government allowances like DA, HRA separately. Regular employees may get absorbed into state health services based on government policies.

NHM contractual employees can gain valuable experience in public health delivery systems and strengthen their clinical/administrative skills. Based on performance and state government policies, contractual staff may be considered for regularization or absorption into permanent state health services. Medical Officers can progress to senior positions like Medical Officer In-Charge or Program Officer roles. Paramedical staff can advance through experience-based increments and opportunities to move into training, supervisory or district-level coordination roles within NHM or state health department.

Admit cards for written examination and interview will typically be available 7-10 days before the scheduled date. Candidates can download their admit card from the official NHM Balod website or the Chhattisgarh State Health Society portal using their application number and date of birth. The admit card will contain candidate details, examination centre address, reporting time and important instructions. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, PAN or Driving License) to the examination centre.

Results will be declared on the official NHM Balod website and district health office notice board after completion of each selection stage. Written examination results will typically be published within 2-3 weeks of the exam date showing roll numbers of shortlisted candidates. Final merit list after interview and document verification will be released within 4-6 weeks. Candidates can check results using their application/roll number. Selected candidates will receive appointment letters via registered post or email with joining instructions and document requirements.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks based on standard NHM recruitment patterns: For Medical Officer posts, cutoff generally ranges between 55-65% for general category, 50-55% for OBC, and 45-50% for SC/ST candidates. For paramedical posts like Staff Nurse and Pharmacist, cutoffs typically range from 50-60% for general category, 45-50% for OBC, and 40-45% for SC/ST. Cutoffs vary based on number of applicants, vacancy count, and difficulty level of examination. Category-wise separate merit lists are prepared ensuring adequate representation.

Typical examination centres for NHM Balod district recruitment:

• Primary Centre: Balod (District Headquarters) - Most candidates will be allotted centres within Balod town at schools, colleges or government institutions

Nearby centres if capacity exceeds:

• Durg, Raipur, Dhamtari (other districts in Chhattisgarh)

Regional Coverage:

• Primarily conducted within Chhattisgarh state
• Candidates from Chhattisgarh domicile preferred but not mandatory

Note: Exact examination centres will be mentioned on the admit card. Candidates should report to the allocated centre only as mentioned in their admit card.