DHFWS Hooghly Specialist Recruitment 2025 Apply Online 595 Posts
DHFWS Hooghly Specialist Recruitment 2025 Apply Online 595 Posts
Introduction
About
DHFWS Hooghly works under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal. It is responsible for implementing and monitoring public health programs, family welfare schemes, and primary health infrastructure across Hooghly district.
Job Overview
| Recruitment Authority | District Health & Family Welfare Samiti Hooghly (DHFWS Hooghly) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Specialist, Staff Nurse and Other Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 595 |
| Advt. No. | DIR&FWS/8984 |
| Salary | Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 80,000 |
| Qualification | 12th, Graduation, MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, M.Sc, MBA/PGDM, M.Phil/Ph.D, DMLT |
| Age Limit | 21 – 40 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | hooghly.nic.in |
| Start Date to Apply Online | 12 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2025 |
DHFWS Hooghly Specialist Notification 2025
Vacancy Details
The DHFWS Hooghly has announced a total of 595 vacancies for multiple positions including:
- Medical Officer (Specialist)
- Staff Nurse
- Community Health Assistant (ANM/GNM)
- Laboratory Technician
- Counsellor
- Public Health Manager
- Pharmacist
- Psychologist
- Ayush Doctor
- Block Epidemiologist and others
For a complete list of post-wise vacancies, please refer to the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Varies by post — from 12th, Graduation, DMLT, GNM, MBBS, BDS, BAMS/BHMS/BUMS, MBA/PGDM, M.Sc, to M.Phil/Ph.D.
- Age Limit: 21 to 40 years (as per government norms; relaxation applicable for reserved categories).
Salary Structure
- Medical Officer (Specialist): Up to Rs. 80,000/-
- Medical Officer (General): Rs. 60,000/-
- Staff Nurse: Rs. 25,000/-
- Community Health Assistant (ANM/GNM): Rs. 13,000/-
- Lab Technician/Counsellor: Rs. 20,000 – 22,000/-
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/OBC | Rs. 50/- |
Selection Process
- Merit-based Shortlisting
- Written Examination (if applicable)
- Interview/Skill Test
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 November 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 12 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2025 |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://hooghly.nic.in
- Register using your basic details and create login credentials.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents – photograph, signature, and academic certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the form and download the acknowledgment for future reference.
Important Links
Preparation Tips
- Study the syllabus mentioned in the official notification thoroughly.
- Focus on general health, medical and social welfare schemes of the Government of India.
- Revise technical and subject-specific topics regularly.
- Practice previous year DHFWS and health department papers.
- Improve your communication and report-writing skills.
- Read about public health initiatives in West Bengal.
- Stay updated with recent health missions (NHM, NUHM, NPCDCS, etc.).
- Follow a balanced routine including current affairs and static GK.
- Prepare short notes on disease control programs and national missions.
- Attempt regular mock tests to analyze weak areas.
Recommended Books
- General Awareness: Lucent’s General Knowledge
- Public Health & Epidemiology: Park’s Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine
- Nursing: Essentials of Nursing by TNAI
- Pharmacology: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology by K.D. Tripathi
- Medical Laboratory: DMLT Technician Manual by J.P. Singh
- Community Health: Public Health Nursing by S. Vidhya
- Computer Skills: Arihant Computer Awareness
- Aptitude: Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal
- Communication Skills: Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
- Current Affairs: Monthly Compilation by Vision IAS / Drishti IAS
FAQs – DHFWS Hooghly Recruitment 2025
Q1: How many vacancies are available under DHFWS Hooghly Psychologist 2025?
A: A total of 595 posts are available.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for the DHFWS Hooghly Counsellor 2025?
A: 30 November 2025.
Q3: What is the application mode for the DHFWS Hooghly Staff Nurse 2025?
A: Online mode only.
Q4: What is the salary range for different posts?
A: Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 80,000 depending on the post.
Q5: What is the minimum educational qualification?
A: 12th pass with relevant technical qualification (varies by post).
Q6: Is there any age relaxation for the DHFWS Hooghly Doctor 2025?
A: Yes, as per government norms.
Q7: What is the official website for the DHFWS Hooghly Specialist 2025?
A: hooghly.nic.in
Q8: Is there any application fee for reserved categories?
A: Yes, Rs. 50 for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
Q9: What is the selection process for the DHFWS Hooghly Specialist Doctor 2025?
A: Merit-based shortlisting, written/skill test, and document verification.
Q10: Can candidates from outside West Bengal apply?
A: Yes, but local candidates may receive preference as per recruitment policy.
