Great news for healthcare job seekers in Odisha! The Chief
District Medical & Public Health Officer, Keonjhar (Keonjhar CDM&PHO) has
released an official recruitment notification for 57 vacancies including Pharmacist,
Staff Nurse, Medical Officer, Counsellor, and other posts.
Eligible candidates can apply offline from
now until 1st June 2026. The application form and official
notification PDF are available on the Keonjhar district website. This is
a contractual engagement under the National Health Mission
(NHM) and other public health programs.
📋 Keonjhar CDM&PHO
Recruitment 2026 – Overview (Master Table)
|
Key Parameter |
Details |
|
Organization |
Chief District Medical & Public Health Officer,
Keonjhar (Keonjhar CDM&PHO) |
|
Advt. No. |
1848 |
|
Post Name |
Pharmacist, Staff Nurse, Medical Officer, Counsellor,
Accountant, and more |
|
Total Vacancies |
57 |
|
Apply Mode |
Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post) |
|
Job Type |
Contractual |
|
Last Date to Apply |
1st June 2026 |
|
Notification Date |
18th May 2026 |
|
Application Fee |
Nil (Free for all categories) |
|
Selection Process |
Based on highest length of incumbency under the Society (as
per reservation category) |
|
Official Website |
📢 Keonjhar CDM&PHO
Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Breakdown
A total of 57 posts are available across
multiple designations. Below is the complete vacancy distribution:
|
Post Name |
Total Posts |
|
Accountant-cum-DEO (DPMU) |
2 |
|
Public Health Manager (PHM) |
1 |
|
Data Assistant-cum-Accountant (DAA) |
3 |
|
RMNCH/FP Counsellors |
20 |
|
NRC Counsellor |
1 |
|
Pharmacist (MHT-RBSK) |
6 |
|
Staff Nurse / ANM (MHT-RBSK) |
5 |
|
Pharmacist (MHU) |
4 |
|
ANM (MHU) |
2 |
|
Psychiatric Nurse |
1 |
|
Medical Officer – SNCU |
2 |
|
MO – DEIC |
1 |
|
MO – DTC |
1 |
|
MO – UPHC |
3 |
|
MO – UHWC |
5 |
|
Total |
57 |
📌 MHT-RBSK:
Mobile Health Team – Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram
📌 MHU:
Mobile Health Unit
📌 SNCU:
Sick Newborn Care Unit
📌 DEIC:
District Early Intervention Centre
📌 DTC:
District Tuberculosis Centre
📌 UPHC:
Urban Primary Health Centre
📌 UHWC:
Urban Health & Wellness Centre
📅 Important Dates – Don't
Miss the Deadline
|
Event |
Date |
|
Notification Release Date |
18th May 2026 |
|
Offline Application Start Date |
18th May 2026 |
|
Last Date to Send Application |
1st June 2026 |
⚠️ Applications received
after 1st June 2026 will not be accepted. Ensure you send the
form via Speed Post or Registered Post well in advance.
✅ Eligibility Criteria – Check
Before You Apply
Educational Qualification & Experience
- Post-specific
qualifications are mentioned in the official notification (e.g.,
for Pharmacist: D.Pharm/B.Pharm; for Staff Nurse: GNM/B.Sc Nursing; for Medical
Officer: MBBS).
- Candidates
must possess the required degree/diploma from a recognized institution.
- Relevant
experience may be preferred for certain posts.
Age Limit
- Age
limit varies by post and category. Please refer to the official
notification PDF for detailed age criteria and relaxation rules.
Nationality
- Must
be an Indian citizen.
- Must
be a resident of Odisha (preference may be given to local candidates as
per norms).
💰 Application Fee – Zero
Cost
|
Category |
Fee |
|
General / OBC |
Nil (Free) |
|
SC / ST |
Nil (Free) |
|
EWS |
Nil (Free) |
|
All other categories |
Nil (Free) |
✅ No application fee is
required for any candidate. This is a free recruitment process.
💵 Salary / Stipend –
Post-Wise
Salary varies by post and is as per NHM Odisha or government
health mission norms. Candidates should refer to the official
notification for post-wise monthly remuneration. Generally, the pay
scale ranges from:
- Medical
Officer: ₹40,000 – ₹60,000 per month
- Pharmacist
/ Staff Nurse: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per month
- Counsellor
/ Accountant: ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 per month
📌 Exact figures
are provided in the official notification PDF linked below.
🧾 Selection Process – How
Candidates Are Shortlisted
The selection will be based on:
- Highest
length of incumbency under the Society (as per reservation
category, if any)
- Verification
of original documents
- No
written exam or interview mentioned (subject to official notification)
⚠️ Candidates are advised
to read the official notification for the exact selection criteria, as it may
vary by post.
📝 How to Apply Offline
for Keonjhar CDM&PHO Recruitment 2026 – Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these steps carefully to submit your offline
application:
Step 1: Download the Official Notification &
Application Form
- Visit
the official website: https://kendujhar.odisha.gov.in
- Go
to the "Recruitment" or "Notice" section.
- Download
the Keonjhar CDM&PHO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF (Advt.
No. 1848).
- Download
the prescribed Offline Application Form.
Step 2: Read the Notification Carefully
- Check
post-specific eligibility, age limit, experience, and salary details.
- Ensure
you meet all requirements before filling the form.
Step 3: Fill the Application Form
- Fill
in all fields correctly (name, date of birth, address, qualification, post
applied for, etc.).
- Use
black/blue ballpoint pen (if handwritten) or type neatly.
Step 4: Attach Self-Attested Copies of Documents
Attach the following documents (self-attested where
required):
- Recent
passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational
qualification certificates (10th, 12th, degree/diploma)
- Professional
registration certificate (if applicable for nurse/pharmacist)
- Caste
certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS if applicable)
- Experience
certificate (if any)
- Aadhaar
/ Voter ID / any government ID proof
Step 5: Enclose & Seal the Envelope
- Place
the filled application form + all documents in an envelope.
- Superscribe
on the envelope:
"Application for the Post of [Post Name] – Advt. No. 1848"
Step 6: Send to the Correct Address
Send the application via Speed Post or Registered
Post to the following address:
Chief District Medical & Public Health Officer,
Keonjhar
[Full address as mentioned in official notification – check PDF for exact
details]
Step 7: Keep a Copy for Future Reference
- Make
a photocopy or scan of the submitted application form and documents.
- Note
the postal tracking number.
⚠️ Do not fold important
documents. Use a sturdy A4 envelope.
📄 Documents Required
(Self-Attested Copies)
|
Document Type |
Mandatory? |
|
Filled application form (printout) |
✅ Yes |
|
Recent passport-size photograph (2 copies) |
✅ Yes |
|
Signature (on white paper) |
✅ Yes |
|
10th certificate (age proof) |
✅ Yes |
|
12th / +2 certificate |
✅ Yes |
|
Degree / Diploma certificate (relevant post) |
✅ Yes |
|
Professional registration (Nursing/Pharmacy Council) |
✅ (if applicable) |
|
Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) |
If applicable |
|
Experience certificate |
If applicable |
|
Aadhaar card / Voter ID / PAN |
✅ Yes |
🔗 Important Links –
Direct Access
|
Description |
Link |
|
📄 Official Notification
PDF (Advt. No. 1848) |
|
|
📝 Offline |
|
|
🌐 Official Website
(Keonjhar District) |

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