Work with the Executive Director (ED) of NHSRC to strengthen India's public health systems through technical support at national, state, and district levels.
Contribute to health policy and program design, evaluation, and evidence-based policy briefs for the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).
Engage in field visits to states and districts to assess on-ground challenges, monitor programs, and provide constructive feedback to state health systems.
Lead or support the drafting of technical documents, concept notes, policy briefs, and presentations for officials and stakeholders.
Collaborate with NHSRC divisions and MoHFW to ensure timely and high-quality responses to parliamentary questions and research submissions.
Mentor early-career professionals in public health systems strengthening and project management.
Demonstrate strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills to address complex health system challenges.
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🎓 MBBS
🎓 MD
Consultant – ED Secretariat
National Health Systems Resource Centre
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
New Delhi (with travel to states and districts for field visits).
Apply Deadline
22 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | MBBS (mbbs), MD (md) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹60,000 - ₹120,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience for MBBS/MPH candidates; no experience required for MD (Community Medicine/PSM) candidates. |
| Application Fee | No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
MBBS with a full-time Postgraduate Degree in MD (Community Medicine/PSM); OR
MBBS/BDS with a full-time Postgraduate Degree in MPH and 2 years of post-qualification experience.
Only full-time regular bachelor’s degrees (minimum 3 years) and full-time regular postgraduate qualifications (minimum 2 years) are considered. Diploma, certificate, executive programs, and qualifications obtained through distance/online/part-time/correspondence modes are not eligible.
Post-qualification experience is mandatory; pre-qualification experience is not counted.
Strong understanding of the National Health Mission, national health policies/programs, and current trends in health systems strengthening is required.
Desirable: Contributions to publications, reports, or monographs in public health.
MBBS/BDS with a full-time Postgraduate Degree in MPH and 2 years of post-qualification experience.
Only full-time regular bachelor’s degrees (minimum 3 years) and full-time regular postgraduate qualifications (minimum 2 years) are considered. Diploma, certificate, executive programs, and qualifications obtained through distance/online/part-time/correspondence modes are not eligible.
Post-qualification experience is mandatory; pre-qualification experience is not counted.
Strong understanding of the National Health Mission, national health policies/programs, and current trends in health systems strengthening is required.
Desirable: Contributions to publications, reports, or monographs in public health.
⚙️ Selection Process
Selection may include a written test with a minimum qualifying mark of 70%. In case of tied scores, all qualifying candidates will be considered.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for interviews or further assessments based on performance in the written test.
Final selection will be based on merit, qualifications, experience, and performance in the selection process.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for interviews or further assessments based on performance in the written test.
Final selection will be based on merit, qualifications, experience, and performance in the selection process.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)
📂 Required Documents
Online application form duly filled and submitted via NHSRC’s official website.
Scanned copies of educational qualification certificates (MBBS, MD/MPH, etc.).
Scanned copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, Aadhaar card).
Caste certificate (if applicable, for reserved categories).
Disability certificate (if applicable).
Any other documents as specified in the online application form.
Scanned copies of educational qualification certificates (MBBS, MD/MPH, etc.).
Scanned copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, Aadhaar card).
Caste certificate (if applicable, for reserved categories).
Disability certificate (if applicable).
Any other documents as specified in the online application form.
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Consultant – ED Secretariat position at NHSRC?
The maximum age limit is 45 years as on the date of receiving the application.
Q.
What is the last date to submit the online application for this NHSRC recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 22nd September 2026.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this NHSRC Consultant position?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for this position.
Q.
What are the key responsibilities of the Consultant – ED Secretariat role at NHSRC?
Key responsibilities include supporting the Executive Director in preparing technical documents, providing inputs to MoHFW reports, field visits for monitoring, and mentoring early-career professionals.
Q.
What is the duration of the contract for this position?
The contract is valid until 31st March 2028, with possible extensions subject to satisfactory performance.