NHM Balod Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria :
Before applying, candidates should carefully check the educational qualifications, registration requirements, and age criteria for the post they wish to apply for. Applications from ineligible candidates will be rejected during scrutiny.

Medical Officer (RBSK Male) :
Must possess a BHMS, BAMS, or BUMS degree from a recognized institution.
Registration with a Government of India-recognized board or Ayush Council is mandatory.
Candidates with a Graduation degree (minimum 55% marks) along with PGDCA are also eligible.

Block Manager - Data :
Must have a BCA degree with at least 55% marks, OR
Graduation in any discipline with minimum 55% marks and PGDCA qualification.

Block Supervisor - VBD :
Must possess a B.Sc. degree with Biology as a major subject.
Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist
Must hold a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) degree.
Live registration with the Chhattisgarh Physiotherapy Council is compulsory.

Assistant Secretarial - NPCB :
Must have passed Class 12.
Preference will be given to candidates having one year of relevant work experience.

Pharmacist (RBSK) :
Must possess a Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy with at least 50% marks.
Registration with the Chhattisgarh Pharmacy Registration Council is mandatory.

Audiologist (DEIC) :
Eligible qualifications include ;
Master's Degree in Audiology & Speech.
Bachelor's Degree in Audiology & Speech.
B.Sc. (Audiology & Speech).
Special B.Ed. (Audiology & Speech).
Diploma in Hearing Language & Speech (DHLS).
Preference will be given to candidates with Bachelor's or Master's degrees.

Technical Assistant – Early Interventionist Cum Special Educator (DEIC) :
Must possess ;
B.Ed. in Special Education, OR
PG Diploma in Special Education recognized by RCI.
Preference will be given to candidates having relevant experience.
Social Worker (DEIC)
Must have ;
MSW (Regular), OR
M.A. Sociology (Regular).
Candidates with MPH qualification will be preferred.

OT Technician :
Must have passed Class 12 with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Must have completed a Paramedical Course in OT Technician.
Live registration with the Chhattisgarh Paramedical Council is required.
Staff Nurse (NBSU / NRC / SNCU)
Eligible qualifications include ;
B.Sc. Nursing.
Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
GNM with Bridge Course.
Community Health Integrated B.Sc. Nursing.
Valid CG Nursing Registration is mandatory.

Community Health Officer (CHO) :
Must possess ;
B.Sc. Nursing.
Post Basic Nursing.
GNM with Bridge Course.
Community Health Integrated B.Sc. Nursing.
Must have live CG Nursing Registration.

Counselor - NHM :
Must hold a Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in ;
Education.
Counseling.
Health Psychology.
Mass Communication.
Social Science recognized by RCI.

2nd ANM :
Must have passed Class 12.
Completed one-year Chhattisgarh Mass Communication & Health Education training.
Valid CG registration is required.

MPW (Male) - UHWC :
Must have passed Class 10.
Completed one-year training prescribed by the Chhattisgarh Government.

Support Staff (House Keeping Staff) :
Minimum educational qualification is Class 8 pass.

Age Limit :
Candidates must satisfy the age criteria as on 01 January 2026.
Age Criteria :
The minimum and maximum age limits vary according to the post.
General category candidates must fall within the prescribed age range.
SC/ST/OBC candidates who are residents of Chhattisgarh are eligible for age relaxation as per state government rules.
Divyang (PwD) candidates are eligible for additional age relaxation according to government norms.

Important Points :
Age will be calculated strictly on the basis of the date of birth mentioned in official documents.
Candidates should ensure that the date of birth in their certificates is correct and consistent.

Application Fee :
Candidates must pay the prescribed fee through UPI before submitting the application form.
UR / OBC candidates with annual income above ₹2.5 lakh: ₹200.
SC / ST / OBC candidates with annual income below ₹2.5 lakh: ₹150.
Divyang (PwD) candidates: ₹100.
Payment Method ;
Pay the fee through UPI to cmhobalod@idfcbank.
Note the transaction ID after payment.
Attach a photocopy of the transaction receipt with the application form.

Important Instructions :
Applications without fee payment proof will be rejected.
The fee once paid is non-refundable.

Salary / Pay Scale :
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary according to the post they are appointed to.
Medical Officer (RBSK Male): ₹25,000 per month.
Block Manager - Data: ₹21,000 per month.
Block Supervisor - VBD: ₹21,000 per month.
Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist: ₹18,000 per month.
Assistant Secretarial - NPCB: ₹13,500 per month.
Junior Secretarial Assistant (PADA): ₹12,000 per month.
Pharmacist (RBSK): ₹16,500 per month.
Audiologist (DEIC): ₹25,000 per month.
Technical Assistant – Early Interventionist Cum Special Educator: ₹15,000 per month.
Social Worker (DEIC): ₹22,000 per month.
OT Technician: ₹14,000 per month.
Staff Nurse (NBSU): ₹16,500 per month.
Staff Nurse (NRC): ₹16,000 per month.
Staff Nurse (SNCU): ₹16,500 per month.
Nursing Officer (UHWC): ₹16,500 per month.
Staff Nurse (HDU/ICU & Pediatric Ward): ₹16,000 per month.
Community Health Officer (CHO): ₹16,500 per month.
Audiometric Assistant: ₹15,000 per month.
Counselor (NHM): ₹12,000 per month.
2nd ANM: ₹12,000 per month.
MPW (Male) - UHWC: ₹14,000 per month.
Support Staff (House Keeping): ₹8,800 per month.

Selection Process :
The selection process is based on merit and experience.
Selection Stages ;
Evaluation of academic qualifications.
Award of marks for relevant work experience.
Preparation of the merit list.
Document verification.
Contractual appointment.
Weightage of Marks ;
Candidates are awarded marks based on:
Educational qualifications.
Relevant work experience (up to 20 marks).
Merit List ;
A combined merit list is prepared based on total marks obtained.
In case of a tie:
Preference is given to the older candidate.
If age is also the same, the candidate with higher qualifying marks is ranked higher.

How to Apply :
Applications for NHM Balod Recruitment 2026 must be submitted in offline mode only.
Step-by-Step Application Process ;
Download the application form from the official website: www.balod.gov.in.
Fill the application form carefully in Hindi or English.
Pay the application fee through UPI and note the transaction ID.
Attach a copy of the payment receipt.
Affix a recent passport-size photograph and self-attest it.
Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents.
Send or submit the completed application to ;
Chief Medical & Health Officer.
District - Balod, Chhattisgarh.
Ensure that the application reaches the office before 5:30 PM on 06 July 2026.

Important Instructions :
Only offline applications will be accepted.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Separate applications must be submitted for each post.

Required Documents :
Candidates must attach self-attested copies of the following documents ;
Recent passport-size photograph.
Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates.
Degree or Diploma certificates related to the post.
Professional registration certificates (if applicable).
Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC).
Chhattisgarh domicile certificate.
Proof of date of birth.
Disability certificate for Divyang candidates.
Experience certificates.
UPI transaction receipt or proof of fee payment.

Common Mistakes to Avoid :
Candidates should avoid the following mistakes while applying ;
Submitting the application without attaching the fee payment receipt.
Applying for posts that require professional registration without having a valid registration certificate.
Calculating age using the wrong cut-off date.
Sending the application after 5:30 PM on 06 July 2026.
Making fee payment to an incorrect UPI ID.
Applying for multiple posts using a single application form.
Not self-attesting copies of certificates.
Providing incorrect or incomplete information in the application form.
Forgetting to attach mandatory documents along with the application.