Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026: 1,038 Posts, But Only CPCH-Integrated Nursing Graduates Can Apply

If you are a nursing graduate in Jharkhand, check one line in this notice before you fill the form: the CPCH clause.

The Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS) has announced 1,038 Community Health Officer (CHO) vacancies under the National Health Mission, with a fixed pay of Rs. 25,000 per month. But the qualification is specific: a B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree with an integrated CPCH curriculum.

Applications are open from 31 October to 22 November 2026. Here is what Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026 requires, who can apply, and what the one-year contract really means.

Written by Sajal Rathaur | Published: 31 October 2026 | Source: Official JRHMS | CareerView24

Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The first page of the notice prints the advertisement number as 05/2026, while the second page shows 05/2025. Please confirm the correct number on the official portal.

Important Dates and Application Schedule

The window is short, at about three weeks.

• Notice date: 27 October 2026
• Online applications start: 31 October 2026
• Last date to submit: 22 November 2026

The detailed instructions list 11:59 PM as the time for both the start and the closing date. Avoid applying on the last night, as portals often slow down near deadlines.

The notice does not announce any exam, interview or result dates. Keep an eye on the JRHMS website for updates.

Vacancy Details – Category-Wise Posts

All 1,038 posts are backlog vacancies for a single post, Community Health Officer. The notice gives this category-wise split:

• Unreserved (UR): 253
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 104
• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 280
• Scheduled Caste (SC): 288
• Backward Class-I (BC-I): 55
• Backward Class-II (BC-II): 58

The notice gives no district-wise breakdown. It also says the Society may cancel any or all positions at any stage, and that the number of vacancies may vary as per requirement.

Reservation will follow the circulars issued by the Department of Personnel, Administrative Reforms and Rajbhasha, Government of Jharkhand.

Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification

This is the section that decides who can apply. The essential qualification is B.Sc. (Nursing) or Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) with an integrated curriculum of the Certificate Programme in Community Health (CPCH).

Two conditions come with it:

• The degree must be from a recognised nursing college that has the integrated curriculum.
• The candidate must have passed in or after academic year 2016-2020.

So a nursing degree without the CPCH-integrated curriculum may not meet the stated criteria. If you are unsure about your college or batch, verify it against the official notice before paying any fee.

The application form also mentions a registration certificate “if applicable/required”. Nursing council registration holders should keep it ready.

The notice fixes 22 November 2026 as the reference date for computing age, qualification and experience.

Age Limit and Age Relaxation

Age is counted as of 22 November 2026. The notice lists these maximum ages:

These limits follow Circular No. 03 dated 02.01.2026 of the Government of Jharkhand. The notice does not mention a minimum age, so check the official portal.

A 10th pass certificate or marksheet, or any other government-approved document, is accepted as age proof.

Salary and Monthly Benefits

The notice separates fixed pay from incentives, and the difference matters:

• Fixed remuneration: Rs. 25,000 per month
• Performance-based incentive: up to Rs. 15,000 per month, as per relevant guidelines

The incentive is a maximum, not a guarantee. Treat Rs. 25,000 as the assured amount.

The contract terms are also clear:

• The initial contract is for one year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and requirement.
• Any claim for absorption into a regular position will not be entertained.
• Either party can end the agreement with one month’s advance notice.

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Application Fee

The notice does not state a category-wise fee. It only says applicants must ensure the application fee is paid before final submission.

Check the fee, if any, on the online form and pay only through the official portal.

Selection Process

The notice does not describe the selection stages, such as a written test, merit list or interview. It says only that the Society’s decision at any stage will be final and binding.

If a candidate is found to have given false information or suppressed facts at any stage, the candidature will be cancelled. Until JRHMS publishes the process, do not trust unofficial claims about cut-offs or exam patterns.

Documents Required

Keep clear scanned copies of these before you begin:

• Recent photograph (profile image)
• Signature image
• Class 10 marksheet and certificate
• Class 12 marksheet and certificate
• Complete essential qualification documents
• Experience documents, if applicable (current employees may upload an appointment letter and the last three months’ salary certificate or bank statement)
• Caste certificate, if required
• PH certificate, if applicable
• Registration certificate, if applicable
• Any other document asked for in the online form

Make sure your name and date of birth match across every certificate. If they don’t, read our guide on fixing name mismatch in government forms before you apply.

How to Apply Online for Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official JRHMS website or the Jharkhand Recruitment Portal.
2. Open the CHO recruitment link and read the full notice.
3. Register with your basic details and open the Online Application Form (OAF).
4. Fill in every field marked with an asterisk (*).
5. Upload your photograph, signature and all required documents.
6. Pay the application fee if the form asks for it.
7. Review all details carefully, then submit.
8. Confirm that the status shows “Submitted Successfully” and save a copy.

Half-filled applications are treated as incomplete and rejected. Applications without a photograph, signature or supporting documents are also rejected.

Corrections are not allowed once the form is submitted. Only online applications are valid.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click here to download
• Official Application Portal: recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in
• Official Website: jrhms.jharkhand.gov.in

Looking for more openings? Browse our list of government jobs in 2026.

Key Takeaways

• Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026 has 1,038 backlog posts under NHM Jharkhand.
• Online applications run from 31 October to 22 November 2026.
• Only B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing graduates with the CPCH-integrated curriculum are eligible.
• Fixed pay is Rs. 25,000 per month, plus up to Rs. 15,000 as a performance-based incentive.
• The contract is for one year and gives no claim to a regular post.
• The fee and selection process are not in the notice, so check the portal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many vacancies are available in Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,038 backlog vacancies: UR 253, EWS 104, ST 280, SC 288, BC-I 55 and BC-II 58.

2. When did the online application process start?
The notice states that online applications start on 31 October 2026.

3. What qualification is required for Jharkhand CHO posts?
B.Sc. (Nursing) or Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) with the integrated CPCH curriculum, passed in or after academic year 2016-2020, from a recognised nursing college.

4. What is the salary of a Community Health Officer in Jharkhand?
The fixed remuneration is Rs. 25,000 per month. A performance-based incentive of up to Rs. 15,000 per month may be added.

5. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date is 22 November 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Eligible nursing graduates should read the notice fully and apply early. For fee details and any further updates on Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026, keep checking the official portals.

Candidates can also refer to Jagran Josh’s Jharkhand CHO Recruitment 2026 Report for additional recruitment-related information.