NHM Maharashtra has announced a new contractual recruitment drive through the District Integrated Health & Family Welfare Society, Dhule. The notice covers 18 vacancies across health and programme-management roles such as Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Budget and Finance Officer, Counselor, Optometrist, Program Manager, Psychiatric Nurse and STLS. These posts are tied to specific NHM-linked programmes and facilities in Dhule district.
The recruitment is being handled through offline submission only. Candidates have to submit the prescribed application with supporting documents at the NHM office in the District Hospital campus, Sakri Road, Dhule, by 17 April 2026. The official notice also gives post-wise qualifications, vacancy distribution, honorarium, age limits, fee details and the broad merit-based selection method.
NHM Maharashtra Recruitment 2026 Overview
This recruitment notice has been issued under the National Health Mission in Maharashtra for Dhule district. The posts are being filled by the District Integrated Health & Family Welfare Society, Dhule, on a contractual basis for NHM-linked programmes such as FMG, RKSK, DEIC, RBSK, NPCDCS, BPHU, NUHM, NMHP, NTEP and related health services.
Although the topic is commonly referred to as NHM Maharashtra Recruitment 2026, the actual vacancies in this notice are district-specific and meant for postings in Dhule district health establishments such as the District Hospital, DHO office, RH, SDH, PHC and programme units. Candidates should therefore read it as a Dhule district NHM recruitment notice under the Maharashtra NHM framework.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published | 07 April 2026 |
| Offline application start | 07 April 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | 17 April 2026 |
| Last submission time | 5:00 PM |
| Submission method | Personal submission at the notified office |
The notice states that applications should be submitted during the notified period, excluding government holidays, and must reach the office by the closing time on the last date.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Programme | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget & Finance Officer | 1 | FMG | DHO Office |
| Counselor | 1 | AH/RKSK | RH/SDH |
| Optometrist | 1 | DEIC | District Hospital |
| Pharmacist | 1 | RBSK | RH/SDH |
| Program Manager - Public Health | 3 | NPCDCS / Quality Assurance / District Hospital | DH / DHO Office |
| Program Manager - Public Health Specialist (BPHU) | 3 | BPHU | BPHU |
| Program Manager - Public Health (NUHM Shirpur) | 1 | NUHM | NUHM |
| Psychiatric Nurse | 1 | NMHP | District Hospital |
| Staff Nurse | 5 | IPHS / NCD Screening / L2 / NPNCD / Cathlab | PHC / RH / SDH |
| STLS - RNTCP | 1 | NTEP | RH |
| Total | 18 |
Eligibility Criteria by Post
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Budget & Finance Officer | B.Com or M.Com with 3 years of experience |
| Counselor | MSW |
| Optometrist | B.Sc in Optometry with 2 years of experience |
| Pharmacist | 12th pass with Diploma |
| Program Manager - Public Health | Any medical graduate such as MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS or BHMS with MPH, MHA or MBA in Health Care and relevant programmatic experience |
| Program Manager - Public Health Specialist (BPHU) | Any medical graduate such as MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS or BHMS with MPH, MHA or MBA in Health Care and relevant programmatic experience |
| Program Manager - Public Health (NUHM Shirpur) | Any medical graduate such as MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS or BHMS with MPH, MHA or MBA in Health Care and relevant programmatic experience |
| Psychiatric Nurse | GNM or B.Sc Nursing with certification in Psychiatry from a reputed institute, or DPN, or M.Sc Nursing (Psychiatry) |
| Staff Nurse | GNM |
| STLS - RNTCP | 12th Science with DMLT and 2 years of experience |
Where a technical or professional council registration is applicable, candidates should attach the relevant registration certificate along with the application.
Monthly Honorarium
| Post | Monthly Honorarium |
|---|---|
| Budget & Finance Officer | Rs. 20,000 |
| Counselor | Rs. 20,000 |
| Optometrist | Rs. 20,000 |
| Pharmacist | Rs. 17,000 |
| Program Manager - Public Health | Rs. 35,000 |
| Program Manager - Public Health Specialist (BPHU) | Rs. 35,000 |
| Program Manager - Public Health (NUHM Shirpur) | Rs. 30,000 |
| Psychiatric Nurse | Rs. 25,000 |
| Staff Nurse | Rs. 20,000 |
| STLS - RNTCP | Rs. 20,000 |
The notice treats these positions as contractual and honorarium-based rather than regular permanent pay-scale appointments.
Category-wise Vacancy Matrix
| Post | Category Distribution |
|---|---|
| Budget & Finance Officer | Open - 1 |
| Counselor | Open - 1 |
| Optometrist | Open - 1 |
| Pharmacist | OBC - 1 |
| Program Manager - Public Health | SC - 1, ST - 1, VJ-A - 1 |
| Program Manager - Public Health Specialist (BPHU) | SC - 1, VJ-A - 1, Open - 1 |
| Program Manager - Public Health (NUHM Shirpur) | Open - 1 |
| Psychiatric Nurse | Open - 1 |
| Staff Nurse | SC - 1, SBC - 1, OBC - 3 |
| STLS - RNTCP | ST - 1 |
The published vacancy matrix also includes special reservation columns. Most of those entries are shown as zero in this notice.
Age Limit, Fee and Contract Conditions
- Maximum age limit for open category candidates: 38 years as on the date of advertisement.
- Maximum age limit for reserved category candidates: 43 years as on the date of advertisement.
- Application fee for open category: Rs. 150 through demand draft.
- Application fee for reserved category: Rs. 100 through demand draft.
- Demand draft should be payable in the name of District Integrated Health & Family Welfare Society Dhule.
- A blank envelope with a Rs. 5 postal stamp is also to be attached with the application.
- The appointments are contractual and temporary in nature for 11 months and 29 days.
- These posts do not create any claim for regular government service or service protection.
- The number of posts and place of posting can be changed by the competent authority.
- Candidates with experience and higher qualification may be given preference where relevant.
Selection Process and Merit Criteria
The notice indicates that the selection will be based on scrutiny of applications and preparation of a merit list. The recruiting body may shortlist candidates according to the number of applications received and then proceed as per NHM and government guidelines.
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification | 50 |
| Additional qualification | 20 |
| Government, semi-government or NHM experience | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
The experience component is shown in the notice as 6 marks per year, subject to a maximum of 30 marks. The notice also says that any attempt to influence the selection process can lead to cancellation of candidature.
How to Apply Offline
- Prepare the application in the prescribed format referred to in the official notice.
- Choose the post carefully and check the required qualification and category eligibility.
- If applying for more than one post, submit a separate application for each post.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Attach the required demand draft and the blank stamped envelope.
- Submit the application in person at the notified office before the deadline.
Application venue: NHM Office, District Hospital Campus, Sakri Road, Dhule
The notice states that applications should be submitted personally at the office by 5:00 PM on 17 April 2026. Candidates should not treat this as an online or postal-only application process unless a later official clarification says otherwise.
Documents Required and Other Important Instructions
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Caste certificate, where applicable
- School leaving certificate or other date-of-birth proof
- Passport-size photographs
- Experience certificate, where applicable
- Small family certificate, if required under local recruitment norms
- Character verification or police-related certificate if asked during the process
- Relevant council registration certificate for technical posts, where applicable
No travel allowance or other interview allowance is mentioned for attending the process. The notice also says that candidates should not expect a later change of posting during the contract period and that the competent authority reserves the right to amend, postpone or cancel the recruitment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for NHM Maharashtra Recruitment 2026 in this notice?
The last date to submit the offline application is 17 April 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Is the NHM Maharashtra application form online or offline for these 18 posts?
This recruitment notice is for offline application only. Candidates need to submit the form in person at the notified office in Dhule.
How many vacancies are announced in NHM Maharashtra Recruitment 2026 under this advertisement?
A total of 18 vacancies have been announced.
Where should the application be submitted?
The application should be submitted at the NHM Office, District Hospital Campus, Sakri Road, Dhule.
What is the maximum age limit for this NHM Maharashtra Dhule recruitment?
The maximum age limit is 38 years for open category candidates and 43 years for reserved category candidates as on the advertisement date.
What is the application fee for NHM Maharashtra Recruitment 2026 in this notice?
The fee is Rs. 150 for open category candidates and Rs. 100 for reserved category candidates, payable through demand draft.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is based on scrutiny and merit. The notice provides a 100-mark framework with weightage for educational qualification, additional qualification and relevant government or NHM experience.