- Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS) invites bids for 306 Specialist Medical Officer (SMO) positions across district and sub-divisional hospitals in Jharkhand.
- Positions are divided into 200 Non-Teaching SMO (Advt. No. HMFW/2026) and 106 SMO under NHM (Advt. No. NHM/03/2026).
- Contractual engagement with no fixed salary; candidates quote their own monthly remuneration (max ₹3,00,000/month) per facility.
- Facilities are spread across 24 districts including Bokaro, Ranchi, Dhanbad, and others. Check Annexure-I for district-wise facility lists.
- Bidding-based selection process—lowest acceptable bidder (L-1) is prioritized, with tie-breakers based on PG degree, experience, and date of birth.
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JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS), Department of Health, Medical Education & Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand
Total Vacancies
306
Job Location
District and sub-divisional hospitals across 24 districts in Jharkhand (e.g., Bokaro, Chatra, Deoghar, Dhanbad, Ranchi, etc.).
Apply Start
08 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
31 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS), Department of Health, Medical Education & Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand (JRHMS) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | MBBS (mbbs), MD (md), MS (ms), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma) |
| Number of Vacancies | 306 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Bid-based remuneration with a maximum of ₹3,00,000 per month per facility. Incentives on health insurance claims as per government rules. |
| Age Limits | 23 to 64 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification. Check the Jharkhand recruitment portal for fee details. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: MBBS degree with a Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in the concerned specialty from an NMC-recognized institution.
- Specialties (Advt. 2755, Non-Teaching SMO): Anesthesia, Dermatology, ENT, Forensic Science, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Pathology, General Medicine, Psychiatry, Radiology, and Surgery.
- Specialties (Advt. 2750, NHM SMO): Anesthesia, Dermatology, ENT, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, General Medicine, Psychiatry, Radiology, and Surgery.
- Registration: Valid registration with the appropriate Medical Council is mandatory.
- Experience: Not mandatory, but greater experience is used as a tie-breaker in selection.
- Specialties (Advt. 2755, Non-Teaching SMO): Anesthesia, Dermatology, ENT, Forensic Science, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Pathology, General Medicine, Psychiatry, Radiology, and Surgery.
- Specialties (Advt. 2750, NHM SMO): Anesthesia, Dermatology, ENT, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, General Medicine, Psychiatry, Radiology, and Surgery.
- Registration: Valid registration with the appropriate Medical Council is mandatory.
- Experience: Not mandatory, but greater experience is used as a tie-breaker in selection.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Facility-wise bidding process—candidates quote monthly remuneration for up to three facilities (max ₹3,00,000/month per facility).
- Lowest acceptable bidder (L-1) is selected first, with tie-breakers: (i) PG Degree over Diploma, (ii) greater experience, (iii) date of birth.
- Preference to reserved categories (SC/ST/PwD) as per government provisions.
- If L-1 bidder does not join within 30 days, the next eligible bidder is considered.
- No written test or interview—selection is purely based on bidding and eligibility.
- Lowest acceptable bidder (L-1) is selected first, with tie-breakers: (i) PG Degree over Diploma, (ii) greater experience, (iii) date of birth.
- Preference to reserved categories (SC/ST/PwD) as per government provisions.
- If L-1 bidder does not join within 30 days, the next eligible bidder is considered.
- No written test or interview—selection is purely based on bidding and eligibility.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
📂 Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Complete educational qualification documents (MBBS + PG/Diploma)
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Medical Council Registration Certificate
- Undertaking regarding present employment/non-employment (if currently employed)
- Signature
- 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Complete educational qualification documents (MBBS + PG/Diploma)
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Medical Council Registration Certificate
- Undertaking regarding present employment/non-employment (if currently employed)
💳 Application Fee Details
Not specified in the notification. Check the Jharkhand recruitment portal for fee details.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Specialist Medical Officer under JRHMS?
There are a total of 306 vacancies—200 for Non-Teaching Specialist Medical Officers and 106 for Specialist Medical Officers under NHM.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer posts?
The maximum age limit is 64 years as of 31 October 2026. The minimum age is 23 years.
Q.
Is there an application fee for JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer recruitment?
The notification does not specify an application fee. Check the Jharkhand recruitment portal for fee details before applying.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 31 October 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
Q.
How is the selection process conducted for these Specialist Medical Officer positions?
Selection is based on a facility-wise bidding process where candidates quote their monthly remuneration. The lowest acceptable bidder (L-1) is selected, with tie-breakers based on qualifications and experience.