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MHRB Assam M&HO-I Recruitment 2026 — 560 Posts, Apply by 20 Sep

📍 AssamMedical and Health Recruitment Board (MHRB), Assam — Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Assam | Notification No. MHRB/73/M&HO-I/2026/5051 dated 03-09-2026State Govt Jobs
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MHRB Assam M&HO-I Recruitment 2026 — 560 Posts, Apply by 20 Sep
Total Posts
560
Minimum Qualification
Graduate

Overview

Medical and Health Recruitment Board (MHRB), Assam, has released the Medical & Health Officer-I (M&HO-I) Recruitment 2026 notification under Notification No. MHRB/73/M&HO-I/2026/5051 for 560 posts under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Assam. This MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 sarkari naukri opportunity, inclusive of backlog vacancies, is distributed across Open (316), OBC/MOBC (140), SC (23), ST-Plains (58), and ST-Hills (23) categories, with 168 posts reserved for women within these categories. Indian citizens holding an MBBS degree from an MCI-recognised university, registered with the Assam Medical Council, aged between 21 and 38 years, are eligible to apply online before the closing date. Selected Medical & Health Officers-I will be posted under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Assam, delivering primary and secondary healthcare services across the state. The selection procedure has not yet been notified — MHRB will decide and announce the selection process separately based on the number of applications received. The salary for MHRB Assam M&HO-I 2026 is ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 per month plus Grade Pay of ₹12,700, along with other allowances admissible under Government of Assam rules; new recruits joining on or after 1 February 2005 are governed by the New Pension Scheme 2005. The MHRB Assam M&HO-I 2026 online application will be accepted at https://nhm.assam.gov.in from 07 September 2026, with the last date for receipt of applications fixed at 20 September 2026. Application fee is ₹250 for General category candidates, ₹150 for OBC/MOBC/SC/ST(P)/ST(H) candidates, and no fee for PWD candidates, payable via Treasury Challan or the Government Receipt Accounting System (GRAS). Additionally, 22 posts (4%) are horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and 11 posts for Ex-servicemen. Candidates must read the complete official MHRB Assam M&HO-I 2026 notification PDF before applying, since the selection process and exact age relaxation figures by category are yet to be specified.

Qualification

  • MBBS degree from any university recognised by the Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Registration under the Assam Medical Council
  • Must hold Indian citizenship as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 21 years (as on 01-01-2026)
  • Maximum Age: 38 years (as on 01-01-2026)
  • Age relaxation available for reserved category candidates as per existing provisions/extant rules; specific figures by category not stated in the notification

Eligibility

  • MBBS degree from any university recognised by the Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Registration under the Assam Medical Council
  • Must hold Indian citizenship as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India
  • Government doctors already serving under DME, DHS, NHM Assam, or other Government of Assam agencies are eligible to apply without a separate NOC
  • Candidates in Corporations/Boards or private employment may apply with intimation to their present employer, and must produce an NOC at the time of document verification/interview
  • Age (as on 01-01-2026): Minimum 21 years, Maximum 38 years, as per Government Notification AAP.115/72/Pt.I/194 dated 10-03-2008
  • Age relaxation available for reserved category candidates as per existing provisions/extant rules; specific relaxation figures by category are not specified in the notification
  • 22 posts (4%) horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 7 Low Vision/Blind, 7 Hearing Handicapped, 8 Locomotor Disability
  • 11 posts reserved for Ex-servicemen
  • The notification states that the actual number of posts, including the reservation breakup, may vary as per requirement in due course, and any change will be intimated before the date of interview/examination
  • Candidates need not submit testimonials or certificates at the time of online application; however, original testimonials must be produced at the time of interview along with self-attested copies for submission to the Board

Important Dates

  1. Notification Issue Date

    03 Sept 2026

  2. Application Start

    07 Sept 2026

  3. Last Date to Apply

    20 Sept 2026

Application Fee

₹250 (General); ₹150 (OBC/MOBC/SC/ST(P)/ST(H)); Nil (PWD)

Salary

₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000 per month + Grade Pay ₹12,700 + other admissible allowances

How to Apply

  1. Visit https://nhm.assam.gov.in from 07 September 2026 onwards
  2. Navigate to Recruitment → National Health Mission, Assam New
  3. Log in using your mobile number and password
  4. Fill up the online application form for the M&HO-I post
  5. Upload the required photograph and signature; applications without these are liable to be summarily rejected
  6. Review all details carefully — no further changes will be applicable once submitted
  7. Submit the form
  8. Deposit the application fee via Treasury Challan or GRAS (https://assamegras.gov.in) as applicable, and retain the receipt
  9. Ensure the application is submitted before the last date, 20 September 2026
  10. Keep original testimonials regarding educational qualification, date of birth, caste, PWD status, treasury challan, and work experience ready, since these must be produced at the time of interview along with self-attested copies

Selection Process

  • Not specified in the available notification summary — to be notified separately by the Board

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of Posts
Medical & Health Officer-I (M&HO-I)560

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS₹ 250/- (General); ₹ 150/- (OBC/MOBC)
SC / ST / PwD / Female₹ 150/- (SC/ST(P)/ST(H)); ₹ 0/- (PWD)

Category-wise Vacancy

CategoryNo. of Posts
Open (Unreserved)316
OBC/MOBC140
ST (Plains)58
SC23
ST (Hills)23

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for MHRB Assam M&HO-I Recruitment 2026?+
A1. The last date for receipt of online applications is 20 September 2026, with the website open for applicants from 07 September 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available under MHRB M&HO-I Recruitment 2026?+
A2. There are 560 vacancies in total, inclusive of backlog vacancies, distributed across Open, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), and ST(H) categories, with additional horizontal reservation for PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates.
Q3. What is the qualification required for MHRB M&HO-I posts?+
A3. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a Medical Council of India (MCI) recognised university and be registered under the Assam Medical Council.
Q4. What is the age limit for MHRB M&HO-I Recruitment 2026?+
A4. Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years of age as on 01 January 2026, with upper age relaxation available for reserved category candidates as per existing rules.
Q5. What is the application fee for MHRB M&HO-I Recruitment 2026?+
A5. ₹250 for General category candidates, ₹150 for OBC/MOBC/SC/ST(P)/ST(H) candidates, and no fee for PWD candidates.
Q6. What is the salary for the MHRB M&HO-I post?+
A6. Selected candidates will draw pay in the scale of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 plus Grade Pay of ₹12,700, along with other admissible allowances.
Q7. What is the selection process for MHRB M&HO-I Recruitment 2026?+
A7. The selection procedure has not yet been notified; the Board will decide and notify the selection process separately based on the number of applications received.
Q8. How can I apply for MHRB Assam M&HO-I Recruitment 2026?+
A8. Applications must be submitted online through https://nhm.assam.gov.in under Recruitment → National Health Mission, Assam New, using a mobile number and password to log in.
Q9. Are Government doctors already serving under NHM Assam eligible to apply?+
A9. Yes, Government doctors already serving under DME, DHS, NHM Assam, or other Government of Assam agencies are eligible to apply without requiring a separate No Objection Certificate.
Q10. How many posts are reserved for women under MHRB M&HO-I Recruitment 2026?+
A10. A total of 168 posts out of 560 are reserved for women across the Open, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), and ST(H) categories.
Q11. Can the number of vacancies under MHRB M&HO-I Recruitment 2026 change?+
A11. Yes, the notification states that the actual number of posts, including the category-wise reservation breakup, may vary as per requirement, with any change intimated before the date of interview or examination.
Q12. What is the pension scheme applicable to MHRB M&HO-I recruits?+
A12. Candidates joining service on or after 1 February 2005 will be governed by the New Pension Scheme 2005, rather than the earlier Assam Service (Pension) Rules, 1969.

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