Bihar SHS Community Health Officer Recruitment 2025 - 4500 Posts
Bihar State Health Society (SHSB) invites applications for 4500 Community Health Officer posts.
Important Dates
- Application Begin: 05/05/2025
- Last Date: 26/05/2025 (6 PM)
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Admit Card: Available soon
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹500/-
- SC/ST/PH/Women: ₹125/-
- Payment Mode: Online Only
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age relaxation as per norms
Bihar SHS CHO Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 4500
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
UR | EWS | EBC | BC | WBC | SC | ST | Total |
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979 | 245 | 1170 | 640 | 168 | 1243 | 55 | 4500 |
Post-wise Eligibility
Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
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Community Health Officer (CHO) | 4500 |
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How to Apply for Bihar SHS CHO Recruitment 2025
State Health Society Bihar (SHSB) has released Advt No. 02/2025 for Community Health Officer positions. Follow these steps to apply:
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Read Official Notification: Download and carefully read the Bihar SHS CHO Notification 2025 before applying
- Prepare Documents:
- Educational Certificates (B.Sc Nursing/GNM)
- CCH Certification Proof
- Identity Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Driving License)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm)
- Signature (black ink on white paper)
- Online Application:
- Visit SHS Bihar Official Website
- Click on "CHO Recruitment 2025" link
- Complete registration with valid email/mobile
- Form Submission:
- Fill all personal, educational and contact details
- Upload scanned documents as per specifications
- Preview before final submission
- Payment: Pay application fee through online mode
- Final Submission: Take printout of application form for future reference
- Application correction window will be open for limited period only
- Keep multiple copies of submitted application form
- Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances
- Mobile number and email ID should remain active throughout recruitment process
Important Links
Why Choose CHO Career in Bihar?
Healthcare Impact
Play crucial role in implementing National Health Mission programs at grassroots level
Career Growth
Opportunities for promotion to Senior Health Officer and Public Health Manager
Frequently Asked Questions
CHOs serve as the first point of contact for healthcare services at Health and Wellness Centers. Key responsibilities include:
- Primary healthcare services
- Preventive health initiatives
- Health awareness programs
- Basic diagnostic services
The salary for Community Health Officers in Bihar is as per 7th Pay Commission:
- Basic Pay: ₹25,000/- per month
- Grade Pay: ₹5,400/-
- Total In-Hand Salary: Approximately ₹32,000-35,000/month (including allowances)
- Allowances: DA, HRA, Medical Allowance, Travel Allowance
Yes, age relaxation is provided as per Bihar government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Women: 5 years
- PH Candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per state rules
Age is calculated as on 01/04/2025.
The selection will be through:
- Written Examination (200 marks):
- Community Health (100 marks)
- Nursing Knowledge (50 marks)
- General Awareness (50 marks)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
There will be no interview for this recruitment.
You need to upload scanned copies of:
- 10th/12th Marksheet & Certificate
- B.Sc Nursing/GNM Diploma
- CCH Certification
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Driving License)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background)
- Signature (black ink on white paper)
No, only candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar can apply. You will need to submit:
- Domicile Certificate
- Local Residence Proof
However, candidates who have completed their nursing education from Bihar institutions may apply regardless of native state.
Selected candidates will undergo:
- Probation Period: 2 years
- Training: 6 months intensive training at designated institutes
- Posting: At Health & Wellness Centers across Bihar
Confirmation will be subject to satisfactory performance during probation.
Recommended preparation strategy:
- Syllabus Focus:
- Community Health Nursing
- Primary Healthcare Concepts
- National Health Programs
- Study Material:
- NRHM Guidelines
- Ayushman Bharat Scheme Details
- Bihar-specific health statistics
- Practice: Solve previous years' question papers
Career progression path for CHOs:
- After 5 years: Senior Community Health Officer
- After 8 years: Block Health Manager
- After 12 years: District Public Health Officer
Additional qualifications like MPH can accelerate promotions.
Exam centers will follow these protocols:
- Mandatory mask wearing
- Temperature checks at entry
- Sanitization stations
- Social distancing in seating
- Isolation rooms for symptomatic candidates
Candidates must carry their vaccination certificate or negative RT-PCR report (72 hours prior).