West Bengal CHO Recruitment 2026: 107 NHM (CPHC) CHO Nursing Posts - Eligibility, Salary & Selection Process

The West Bengal CHO Vacancy 2026 has been officially announced under the National Health Mission (NHM) for Community Health Officer (CHO - Nursing) posts. This recruitment is conducted for Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC) services at SC-Suswasthya Kendras across the state.

A total of 107 CHO vacancies are available for B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, and GNM candidates, including those with integrated BPCCHN training.

This article provides a complete, guide covering vacancy details, salary, eligibility criteria, age limit, required documents, and the selection process.

For detailed notification, visit the West Bengal Health Recruitment Board

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West Bengal CHO Vacancy 2026 - Overview

Particulars	Details
Programme Name	NHM (CPHC)
Post Name	Community Health Officer (CHO - Nursing)
Place of Posting	SC-Suswasthya Kendra
Total Vacancies	107 Posts
Monthly Remuneration	₹20,000 (Consolidated)
Selection Process	Written Test + Interview
Mode of Engagement	Contractual under NHM

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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Out of the total 107 CHO Nursing vacancies, category-wise distribution is as follows:

• SC - 23
• ST - 7
• OBC-A - 11
• OBC-B - 7
• EWS - 11
• UR (Meritorious Sports Person) - 2
• UR - 42
• UR-PWD - 3
• SC-PWD - 1

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West Bengal CHO Salary 2026

Candidates selected for the CHO Nursing post under NHM (CPHC) will receive:

₹20,000 per month (Consolidated Remuneration)

This amount is fixed and paid as per NHM contractual norms.

Uncover more about CHO Role Here: What Is a CHO (Community Health Officer)?

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Essential Eligibility Criteria for CHO Nursing (With BPCCHN)

Candidates must satisfy any one of the following eligibility conditions:

For B.Sc Nursing Candidates (With Integrated BPCCHN)

1. Must have passed integrated BPCCHN course included in B.Sc Nursing
2. Degree must be obtained in 2021 or later
3. Institute must be recognized by West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC)
4. Candidate will be posted as CHO after passing final year examination
5. Must possess:
   • Registration Certificate
   • Provisional Certificate issued by WBNC
6. Age Limit: Up to 40 years as on 1 April of the notification year
7. Language Requirement: Proficiency in Bengali / local language & dialect

Eligibility for GNM / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing (Before 2021)

Candidates applying for undergoing CPCH training must fulfill:

1. Passed GNM or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing before 2021
2. Qualification must be from an institute recognized by WBNC
3. Must possess WBNC Registration Certificate
4. Maximum Age: 40 years (as on 01 April of notification year)
5. Language Requirement: Proficiency in Bengali / local language & dialect

Desirable Qualification

Although not mandatory, the following skill is preferred:

• Competency in MS Office & Internet

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Age Limit for West Bengal CHO Vacancy

Criteria	Details
Maximum Age	40 Years
Cut-off Date	01/04/2025
Age Relaxation	As per Government norms

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Documents Required for CHO Application

Candidates must upload the following documents:

1. Mark Sheet & Certificate of:
   • B.Sc Nursing / GNM / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
   • BPCCHN Certificate (wherever applicable)
2. WBNC Registration Certificate
3. Caste Certificate (if applicable)
4. Any other documents mentioned in general instructions

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West Bengal CHO Selection Process 2026

The selection of CHO Nursing candidates will be based on 100 marks, distributed as follows:

Stage	Marks
Written Test	85 Marks
Interview	15 Marks
Total	100 Marks

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Posting Location

Selected candidates will be posted at:

SC-Suswasthya Kendras under Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC) in West Bengal.

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Why This CHO Vacancy is Important?

• Government-backed NHM engagement
• Direct role in primary healthcare delivery
• Ideal for B.Sc Nursing & GNM candidates
• Stable monthly remuneration
• Strong career pathway in public health services

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in West Bengal CHO 2026? 107 CHO Nursing posts are available under NHM (CPHC).

Q2. What is the salary of a CHO in West Bengal? Selected candidates receive ₹20,000 per month (consolidated).

Q3. Is BPCCHN mandatory for CHO? Yes, integrated BPCCHN is required for B.Sc Nursing candidates (2021 onwards).

Q4. What is the age limit for West Bengal CHO Vacancy? Maximum 40 years as on 01/04/2026.

Q5. What is the selection process? Written Test (85 marks) + Interview (15 marks).