Bihar CHC Recruitment 2026: 6,345 Posts Sanctioned across 135 Community Health Centres (Including 270 Senior Pharmacist Vacancies)
Bihar Health Department CHC Recruitment 2026: 6,345 Vacancies Sanctioned (Including 270 Senior Pharmacist Posts)
1. Notification Overview & Short Information
Government of Bihar – Health Department CHC Staff Classification Order
Recruitment Authority
Department of Health, Government of Bihar
Notification Ref / Memo No.
Memo No. 1461(10) / Letter No. 550(10), 451(2), 503(10) Under Saat Nishchay-3
Nature of Sanction
Classification and Staff Sanctioning for 135 Upgraded & Newly Constructed Community Health Centres (CHC)
Sanctioned Posts per CHC
47 Sanctioned Posts per Health Centre
Total Approved Vacancies
6,345 Total Posts across 135 Community Health Centres
Key Pharmacy Vacancy
Senior Pharmacist: 270 Posts (2 Posts per CHC)Pharma Opportunity
Summary Brief
The Health Department, Government of Bihar, has officially released the post-classification and staffing pattern schedule for 135 newly established and upgraded Community Health Centres (CHCs) transitioned from Primary Health Centres (PHCs). A total of 47 posts per facility have been approved, aggregating to 6,345 total healthcare, technical, and administrative positions, including dedicated cadres for Senior Pharmacists, Lab Technicians, GNM, and Medical Officers.
Full Classification of 47 Sanctioned Posts per Facility
Sr. No.
Approved Post Designation
Approved Nos. per CHC
Total Strength (135 CHCs)
Sanction Authority / Remarks
1
Deputy Superintendent
1
135
विभागीय राजादेश सं०-550(10), दिनांक-11.04.2025 द्वारा राज्य के उत्क्रमित 534 सामुदायिक स्वास्थ्य केन्द्रों के लिये संवर्गित रूप से सूचित प्रति संस्थान 44 पद
2
General Surgeon
1
135
3
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
1
135
4
Anesthesist
1
135
5
Child Specialist (Paediatrics)
1
135
6
Physician (General Medicine)
1
135
7
Assistant Sanitary Supervisor
1
135
8
Medical Officer
6
810
9
Assistant Matron
1
135
10
GNM (Staff Nurse)
12
1620
11
Ophthalmic Assistant
1
135
12
Laboratory Technician
3
405
13
Senior PharmacistPharma Post
2
270
14
Data Assistant
1
135
15
Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist
1
135
16
Counselor
1
135
17
Assistant Hospital Manager
1
135
18
Senior Laboratory Technician
1
135
19
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
1
135
20
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
2
270
21
Senior GNM
4
540
22
SMO (Orthopaedics)
1
135
सात निश्चय-3 अन्तर्गत विभागीय राजादेश सं०-451(2), दिनांक-24.02.2026
23
SMO (ENT)
1
135
सात निश्चय-3 अन्तर्गत विभागीय राजादेश सं०-503(10), दिनांक-24.02.2026 द्वारा सूचित
Prescribed Minimum Qualification & Council Registration
Senior Pharmacist (270 Posts)
Degree/Diploma:Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a PCI recognized college.
Council Council Registration: Must be registered as a Pharmacist under the Bihar State Pharmacy Council (BSPC).
Experience: Relevant institutional/dispensary experience as per final recruitment rules.
Laboratory Technician & Sr. Lab Tech (540 Posts)
10+2 with Science along with DMLT (Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology) or BMLT from a state/government recognized institution.
Registration with Bihar State Allied Medical Council.
GNM & Senior GNM (2,160 Posts)
General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course or B.Sc Nursing from an INC-approved institution.
Active registration with the Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC).
Specialist Medical Officers (SMO) & MOs
MBBS Degree with MD/MS/DNB or Diploma in relevant clinical specialty (Surgery, Gynae, Anaesthesia, Paediatrics, Ortho, ENT, Eye).
Registered with the National Medical Commission (NMC) / Bihar Medical Council.
Paramedical & Administrative Staff
Ophthalmic Assistant: Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology.
Physiotherapist: Bachelor in Physiotherapy (BPT).
UDC / LDC / Data Assistant: Graduation/Intermediate with recognized Computer Proficiency & Typing Certification.
6. Remuneration & Expected Pay Scales (7th CPC)
Cadre / Post Name
Pay Matrix Level
Expected Pay Scale
Senior Pharmacist
Level-6 / Level-7
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/- (Plus DA, HRA, Medical Allowances)
Medical Officer / Specialists
Level-9 / Level-11
₹53,100 – ₹1,77,500/- (With NPA & Allowances)
GNM / Staff Nurse
Level-7
₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-
Laboratory Technician
Level-5
₹29,200 – ₹92,300/-
LDC / Data Assistant
Level-2 / Level-4
₹19,900 – ₹63,200/-
7. Application Procedure & Selection Process
Recruitment Execution Route:
The recruitment for the sanctioned posts will be conducted through the designated nodal recruitment commissions in Bihar:
BTSC (Bihar Technical Service Commission): For permanent appointment of Senior Pharmacists, Medical Officers, Specialists, Staff Nurses, and Technical Officers.
SHSB (State Health Society Bihar): For contractual recruitment cycles under National Health Mission provisions if expedited.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Candidates:
Keep pharmacy registration credentials updated with the Bihar State Pharmacy Council (BSPC).
Prepare all official documentation including D.Pharm / B.Pharm final semester marks sheets, passing certificates, domicile certificate, and caste credentials.
Regularly monitor the official portals for the direct notification release and online portal activation.
8. Important Official Web Links
Description / Document Link
Direct Action URL
Download Official 135 CHC Sanction Order Notification (PDF/Image)
