The State Health Society (SHS), Bihar has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Community Health Officers (CHOs) under the National Health Mission (NHM). The recruitment is being conducted through Advertisement No. 02/2025, aiming to fill 4500 vacancies across Health & Wellness Centres in the state.
This article provides a complete overview of the Bihar CHO 2025 notification including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process, and how to apply online.
🔔 Bihar CHO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Health Society (SHS), Bihar |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2025 |
| Post Name | Community Health Officer (CHO) |
| Total Vacancies | 4500 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | shs.bihar.gov.in |
| Start of Application | 01 April 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 April 2025 |
| Monthly Honorarium | ₹40,000 (₹32,000 fixed + ₹8,000 performance-based) |
🧾 Bihar CHO Vacancy 2025: Category-Wise Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 00 |
| UR (F) | 00 |
| EBC | 1345 |
| EBC (F) | 331 |
| BC | 702 |
| BC (F) | 259 |
| SC | 1279 |
| SC (F) | 230 |
| ST | 95 |
| ST (F) | 36 |
| EWS | 145 |
| EWS (F) | 78 |
| Total | 4500 |
Note: There are no unreserved (UR) vacancies for either male or female.
📚 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- B.Sc. (Nursing) with Certificate in Community Health for Nurses (CCHN), OR
- General Nurse and Midwifery (GNM) with Certificate in Community Health.
- Candidates must be registered with the Indian Nursing Council / State Nursing Council.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (Male) | 21 years | 42 years |
| BC / EBC (Male & Female) | 21 years | 45 years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 21 years | 47 years |
| Unreserved (Female) | 21 years | 45 years |
Age relaxation applies as per Bihar Government norms.
💵 Application Fee
| Category | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS / BC / EBC | ₹500 | ₹250 |
| SC / ST (Bihar Domicile) / PwBD | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Payment to be made online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
🧪 Selection Process
The selection process will include:
- Shortlisting of Applications
- Written Examination / Merit List (to be notified later)
- Document Verification
Detailed examination pattern, syllabus, and dates will be announced on the official website.
📝 How to Apply for Bihar CHO Recruitment 2025
Candidates can apply online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official website: shs.bihar.gov.in
- Click on “Careers” or “Recruitment” section.
- Find the link for Community Health Officer Recruitment (Advt. No. 02/2025).
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
📄 Important Links
📌 Conclusion
The Bihar CHO Recruitment 2025 offers a significant opportunity for nursing professionals to serve under the NHM at the grassroots level. With 4500 vacancies and an attractive salary structure, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the last date. Keep checking the official SHS Bihar website for further updates regarding exam dates and admit cards.
