Bihar State Health Society invites application for Medical Officer Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and Unani Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 2619 Post
The State Health Society, Bihar (SHSB), operating under the National Health Mission (NHM), has announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2025. Applications are invited for contractual positions of AYUSH Medical Officers across various disciplines: Ayurvedic, Homeopathic, and Unani. These roles are intended for deployment in health centers throughout Bihar, including Primary Health Centres (PHC), Community Health Centres (CHC), and Additional Primary Health Centres (APHC). A total of 2619 vacancies are available under this recruitment process.
Overview of Recruitment
| Organization | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Nature of Post |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Health Society, Bihar (SHSB) | AYUSH Medical Officer (Ayurvedic, Homeopathic, Unani) | 2619 | Contractual |
Important Dates
Prospective candidates should note the following key dates for the application process:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | May 26, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 15, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | June 15, 2025 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Document Verification Dates | To be notified later |
Application Deadline Alert
Ensure your online application and fee payment are completed by June 15, 2025.
Vacancy Details
A total of 2619 vacancies are open for AYUSH Medical Officers. The distribution of vacancies across the different disciplines is as follows:
| Discipline | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Ayurvedic Medical Officer | 1411 |
| Homeopathic Medical Officer | 706 |
| Unani Medical Officer | 502 |
| Total | 2619 |
Detailed category-wise vacancies, including reservations for UR, EWS, SC, ST, EBC, BC, and WBC, as well as special reservations for women (35%), PwD (4%), and sportspersons (2%) as per Bihar Government rules, are provided in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill specific eligibility requirements to apply for these positions.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification (Ayurvedic) | Bachelor's Degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) from a recognized university included in the schedule of the Central Council of Indian Medicine. |
| Educational Qualification (Homeopathic) | Bachelor's Degree in Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (B.H.M.S.) from a recognized university included in the schedule of the Central Council of Homeopathy. |
| Educational Qualification (Unani) | Bachelor's Degree in Unani Medicine and Surgery (B.U.M.S.) from a recognized university included in the schedule of the Central Council of Indian Medicine. |
| Internship | Completion of compulsory rotatory internship. |
| Registration | Registration with the relevant Bihar State Council (Bihar State Council of Ayurvedic and Unani Medicines, Patna for Ayurvedic and Unani; Bihar State Council of Homoeopathy for Homeopathic). |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India. |
| Domicile | Domicile certificate issued by the competent authority of Bihar Government for claiming reservation. |
Age Limit (as on August 01, 2024)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Male (UR/EWS) | 37 Years |
| Female (UR/EWS) | 40 Years |
| Male/Female (BC/EBC) | 40 Years |
| Male/Female (SC/ST) | 42 Years |
Age relaxation of 10 years is applicable for PwD candidates. Departmental candidates of SHSB may receive a maximum age relaxation of 5 years. Minimum age is 21 years.
Salary
The appointed AYUSH Medical Officers will receive a consolidated monthly honorarium.
| Post | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| AYUSH Medical Officer (Ayurvedic, Homeopathic, Unani) | ₹32,000/- |
Selection Process
The selection process for the AYUSH Medical Officer positions involves two main stages: a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Document Verification.
| Stage | Details | Weightage/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) | 400 marks, 100 no. of Questions, 2 Hours, objective type questions based on the respective medical subject (Ayurveda, Unani, or Homeopathy). | Merit list based on marks obtained. |
| Document Verification | Verification of all original documents and certificates. | Mandatory for shortlisted candidates based on CBT merit. |
| Category | Minimum Percentage |
|---|---|
| General | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| EBC | 34% |
| SC/ST, Female, Divyang | 32% |
A category-wise merit list will be prepared based on the performance in the CBT. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for the document verification stage.
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply online for the SHSB AYUSH Medical Officer Recruitment 2025:
- Visit the official website of the State Health Society, Bihar.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and find the notification for AYUSH Medical Officer recruitment.
- Read the official notification carefully to understand all details and instructions.
- Click on the "Apply Online" link.
- Register by providing the required basic information.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and other details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size. Resize Your Photo and Signature Here
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment options.
- Review the filled application form before final submission.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
Application Fee
| Paper | Subjects |
|---|---|
| General/ BC /EBC /EWS | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ ST/ Femal of Bihar/ PH | Rs. 125/- |
| Other state applicant | Rs. 500/- |
Important Links
Access the official resources using the buttons below:
Official Website of SHSB Download Official Notification PDF Apply Online (Link will be active from May 26, 2025)