Job Title: Community Health Officer (CHO)
Employer: National Health Mission (NHM), Uttar Pradesh
Contract Type: Contractual (3 years)
Job Overview
National Health Mission (NHM), Uttar Pradesh is inviting applications for 7400+ contractual positions of Community Health Officers (CHO) to serve in rural areas. This role is crucial for providing primary healthcare services under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme.
Key Job Details
Details | Description |
---|---|
Total Vacancies | 7400+ Positions |
Location | Various districts across Uttar Pradesh |
Salary | ₹25,000 per month (Honorarium) + up to ₹10,000 (Performance-Based Incentive) |
Bond Requirement | Surety bond of ₹2.5 lakh (Non-judicial stamp paper of ₹100) for a minimum of 3 years |
Application Fee | None |
Minimum Age | 21 years |
Maximum Age | 40 years (age relaxation applies for certain categories) |
Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Document Verification Process (DVP) |
Application Mode | Online only |
Online Application Portal | upnrhm.gov.in |
Important Dates | Start: October 28, 2024, 11:00 AM End: November 17, 2024, 11:59 PM |
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria | Details |
---|---|
Education | B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with Certificate in Community Health for Nurses (CCHN) from an Indian Nursing Council recognized institution (2020 onward). |
Registration | UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration required (Other state registrations accepted initially, with UP registration submission within 90 days of joining). |
Experience | Candidates with COVID-19 management experience are eligible for additional marks. |
Disqualification | Candidates currently working as CHOs in Uttar Pradesh are NOT eligible. |
Vacancy Details by Category
Category | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Positions | 2960 | 740 | 1998 | 1555 | 148 | 7401 |
For district-wise vacancies, please refer to Annexure-I on the NHM UP website.
Salary and Incentives
Component | Amount |
---|---|
Monthly Honorarium | ₹25,000 |
Performance-Based Incentive | Up to ₹10,000 per month |
Important Dates
Activity | Date and Time |
---|---|
Online Application Start | October 28, 2024, 11:00 AM |
Online Application End | November 17, 2024, 11:59 PM |
Selection Process
- Phase I: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Sections:
- Section-I: Professional Knowledge (80 marks)
- Section-II: General Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness, Basic Computer (20 marks)
- Language: Bilingual (English and Hindi)
- Negative Marking: None
- Phase II: Document Verification Process (DVP)
Candidates must pass the CBT and successfully complete the DVP to be selected.
COVID-19 Experience Weightage
Experience Duration | Additional Marks |
---|---|
6 Months | 5 Marks |
1 Year | 10 Marks |
1 Year and 6 Months | 15 Marks |
Application Instructions
- Submission: Apply online only via NHM UP Website.
- Documents: Upload scanned copies of all required documents, including:
- Education certificates
- UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration
- Recent passport-sized photograph and signature
- District Preference: Choose preferences for all 75 districts; this is mandatory for submission.
- Bond Submission: A surety bond of ₹2.5 lakh must be submitted at joining, committing to a minimum of three years at Sub-Health Centers in rural areas.
FAQs about the Community Health Officer (CHO) Position
- What is the role of a Community Health Officer (CHO)?
- CHOs provide primary healthcare services in rural areas, supporting disease prevention and promoting public health.
- Who can apply for the CHO position?
- Candidates with B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, with CCHN certification, who meet other specified criteria.
- What is the monthly salary for CHOs?
- The honorarium is ₹25,000 per month, with up to ₹10,000 as a performance-based incentive.
- Is there an application fee?
- No, there is no application fee.
- What is the selection process?
- It involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a Document Verification Process (DVP).
- What documents are needed for the application?
- Educational certificates, registration proof, photograph, and signature.
- Is there any age relaxation?
- Yes, relaxation is provided for OBC, SC, ST, and PwD as per UP state reservation policies.
- Are candidates from other states eligible?
- Yes, they can apply under the unreserved category and need UP nursing council registration within 90 days if selected.
- What is the COVID-19 experience weightage?
- Additional marks are given based on prior COVID-19 management experience.
- How do I apply for this position?
- Visit the NHM website, complete the application form, and upload the required documents before the deadline.
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