The Bihar State Health Society (BSHS) has released Advertisement No. 02/2025 inviting online applications for 4500 Community Health Officer (CHO) positions under the National Health Mission (NHM). These contractual roles aim to strengthen primary healthcare services at Health & Wellness Centres across Bihar.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 05 May 2025 (10:00 AM) to 26 May 2025 (6:00 PM) via the official website. Selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification.
BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Bihar State Health Society (BSHS) |
| Post Name | Community Health Officer (CHO) |
| Advt No. | 02/2025 |
| Vacancies | 4500 |
| Job Location | Across Bihar |
| Category | Government Contractual Position |
| Official Website | shs.bihar.gov.in |
BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Apply Start Date | 05 May 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Apply Last Date | 26 May 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EBC / EWS | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST (Permanent residents of Bihar) | ₹125/- |
| All Female Candidates (Permanent residents of Bihar) | ₹125/- |
| PwBD (40% or more disability) | ₹125/- |
| Candidates from outside Bihar (Male/Female) | ₹500/- |
BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Vacancies, Qualification
Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 979 |
| EWS | 245 |
| SC | 1243 |
| ST | 55 |
| EBC | 1170 |
| BC | 640 |
| WBC | 168 |
| Total | 4500 |
Educational Qualification
- B.Sc. (Nursing) with successful completion of six months integrated curriculum of Certificate in Community Health (CCH) from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognized Institute or University from academic year 2020 onward
OR
- Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) with successful completion of six months integrated curriculum of Certificate in Community Health (CCH) from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognized Institute or University from academic year 2020 onwards
OR
- B.Sc. (Nursing) / Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) / General Nurse and Midwifery (GNM) passed candidates who have completed Certificate Course in Community Health (CCH) through IGNOU/ other State Public Health/ Medical Universities as per curriculum of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt of India
BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years (as on 01 April 2025)
- Maximum Age:
- Male (General/EWS): 42 years
- Female (General/EWS), BC/MBC candidates: 45 years
- SC/ST candidates: 47 years
Age relaxation applicable as per Government norms.
BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
Note: Candidates must score at least 30% to qualify for the CBT.
How to Apply for BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website: shs.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the link titled “Bihar CHO Recruitment 2025”
- Register with your basic details (name, mobile number, email address)
- Log in to complete the application form and upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee as per your category
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference
BSHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| Short Notification | Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Official Website | BSHS |
