National AYUSH Mission Hassan Recruitment 2026 | Pharmacist, CHO & Specialist Vacancies
Government of Karnataka • Department of AYUSH • District AYUSH Office, Hassan
National AYUSH Mission (NAM) Recruitment 2026: Pharmacist (Aushadhi Vitharakaru), CHO & Specialist Doctor Posts
Recruitment Overview & Summary
District AYUSH Office, Zilla Panchayat, Hassan (Karnataka) has released an official recruitment notification under the National AYUSH Mission (NAM). Applications are invited from eligible candidates for purely contractual appointments for the posts of Pharmacist / Medicine Dispenser (ಔಷಧಿ ವಿತರಕರು – 06 Posts), Community Health Officers (CHO – BAMS), Specialist AYUSH Doctors, Masseur, and support personnel. Pharmacy diploma and degree holders (B.Pharm / D.Pharm) with required registered clinical/dispensing experience are directly eligible to apply offline by or before 05-11-2026 (5:30 PM).
Crucial Notification Dates
Official Notification Reference Number
No. ಜಿಆಕಹಾ/13/ನೇಮಕಾತಿ/2026-27
Notification Release Date
19-10-2026
Application Form Availability Date
19-10-2026 onwards via official portal
Last Date for Receipt of Application (Offline)
05-11-2026 (Till 05:30 PM)
Merit List / Interview Schedule
Will be announced on Hassan District official portal
Must have passed B.Pharma (Bachelor of Pharmacy) from a PCI recognized University/Institute.
Minimum 02 Years of Experience serving in recognized AYUSH Hospitals / Dispensaries / Clinics.
Alternate Eligibility: If qualified B.Pharm candidates are not available, candidates possessing D.Pharma (Diploma in Pharmacy) with at least 02 years of relevant experience will be considered.
Computer Proficiency: Basic knowledge of computers and MS Office is mandatory.
Experience Certification Rule
Experience certificates from private AYUSH hospitals/clinics must be registered under KPME (Karnataka Private Medical Establishments Act). Must also attach the last 3 months’ salary certificate signed by the head of the institution.
Specialist Doctor (Ayurveda): BAMS, MS (Shalyatantra) / MD (Panchakarma / Kayachikitsa) + 3 yrs experience.
CHO (Community Health Officer):BAMS Degree from a recognized board/university.
Masseur / Attendant / MPW: 10th Class (SSLC) pass + 1 to 2 years relevant hospital experience.
Age Limit & Relaxation Criteria (As on 05-11-2026)
Minimum Age Limit
18 Years Completed for all categories
SC / ST & Category-1 Candidates
Maximum 45 Years (inclusive of 5-year general age relaxation)
Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B Candidates
Maximum 43 Years
General Merit (GM) Candidates
Maximum 40 Years
Valid Caste & Reservation Certificates
Must possess valid forms issued by competent Tahsildar (Form-D for SC/ST, Form-E for Cat-1, Form-F for 2A/2B/3A/3B).
100-Point Selection Criteria & Weightage Scheme
Total Evaluation Marks
100 Marks System
Academic Merit Score (70%)
Maximum 70 Marks: Weightage calculated from percentage obtained in qualifying degree/diploma examination.
AYUSH Hospital Experience (20%)
Maximum 20 Marks: Experience beyond minimum requirement. Calculated as 1 mark per 3 months (4 marks per complete year) in Govt/KPME registered private AYUSH dispensaries.
Personal Interview (10%)
Maximum 10 Marks: Evaluated by the District AYUSH Selection Committee.
Shortlisting Ratio for Interview
Posts with 3 or fewer vacancies: 1:5 ratio per vacancy.
Posts with more than 3 vacancies: 1:3 ratio per vacancy.
How to Apply (Complete Offline Process)
Step-by-Step Submission Instructions:
Download Form: Obtain the standardized application form from the official Hassan district website (https://hassan.nic.in) or AYUSH Directorate (https://ayush.karnataka.gov.in).
Careful Form Filling: Accurately write down the post applied for (e.g., “Application for the Post of Pharmacist / Aushadhi Vitharakaru”) boldly on top of the envelope.
Valid Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate (KSPC).
KPME Registered Experience Certificate along with the last 3 months salary slips.
Caste / Reservation Certificate (Forms D, E, F as applicable).
Rural / Kannada Medium / Disability Certificate (UDID) if claiming respective reservation.
Submission Destination: Submit the physical application bundle either in person or via Registered Post / Speed Post to:
Member Secretary / District AYUSH Officer, District AYUSH Office, Hosaline Road, Hassan – 573201 (Karnataka).
Deadline: Must reach the office on or before 05-11-2026 up to 5:30 PM. Applications arriving late will be rejected outright.
