Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS), under the Department of Health, Medical Education & Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand, has released the JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for 306 Specialist Medical Officer (SMO) posts.
The recruitment includes 200 Non-Teaching Specialist Medical Officers and 106 Specialist Medical Officers under NHM programmes. Eligible medical professionals can apply online from 08 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Candidates must have MBBS with a relevant Post Graduate Degree/Diploma from an NMC-recognized institution and valid Medical Council registration. The age limit is 23 to 64 years as on 31 October 2026.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Experience is not mandatory, but relevant experience can be considered as a tie-break criterion during selection.
The engagement is purely contractual and selection will be conducted through a facility-wise bidding process.
Overview Table
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | Jharkhand Rural Health Mission Society (JRHMS) |
| Post Name | Specialist Medical Officer / Non-Teaching Specialist Medical Officer |
| Total Posts | 306 |
| Age Limit | 23–64 Years |
| Qualification | MBBS + PG Degree/Diploma in Relevant Specialty |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the advertisement |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Bid-based remuneration up to ₹3,00,000/month |
| Experience | Not Mandatory; relevant experience may be used as tie-breaker |
| Eligibility | MBBS + relevant PG qualification + valid Medical Council registration |
| Job Location | Various District & Sub-Divisional Hospitals, Jharkhand |
Vacancy Details
| Recruitment | Posts |
| Non-Teaching Specialist Medical Officer | 200 |
| Specialist Medical Officer under NHM | 106 |
| Total | 306 |
The vacancies cover specialties such as Anesthetist, Dermatologist, ENT, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmologist, Orthopedician, Paediatrician, Pathologist, Physician, Psychiatrist, Radiologist, Surgeon, Cardiologist and Forensic Expert.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 08 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have:
- MBBS Degree from a recognized institution.
- Relevant Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in the concerned specialty.
- Valid registration with the appropriate Medical Council.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 23 Years
- Maximum Age: 64 Years
- Age will be calculated as on 31 October 2026.
Experience
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Separate work experience is not mandatory for applying. However, when eligible candidates quote the same bid amount, greater relevant experience can be used as a tie-break criterion.
Remuneration
There is no fixed monthly salary. Candidates quote their required monthly remuneration for the selected facility through the bidding process.
- Maximum permissible bid: ₹3,00,000 per month
- Additional incentive may be available against eligible health insurance claims.
- Engagement is purely contractual.
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted through a facility-wise bidding process.
- Candidates can bid for a maximum of 3 facilities in one application.
- Candidates quote monthly remuneration separately for each facility.
- The lowest acceptable eligible bid is considered L-1.
- In case of a tie, PG Degree is preferred over Diploma, followed by relevant experience and other prescribed criteria.
- There is no written examination or interview mentioned in the recruitment advertisement.
How to Apply for JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online only between 08 October and 31 October 2026.
- Visit the official Jharkhand recruitment portal.
- Read the Specialist Medical Officer advertisement carefully.
- Enter personal, educational and Medical Council registration details.
- Select up to three preferred facilities.
- Enter the monthly remuneration/bid amount for each selected facility.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, qualification, registration and other documents.
- Pay the application fee, if prescribed by the portal.
- Submit the application and ensure that the status shows “Submitted Successfully.”
- Save or print the application for future reference.
Official Apply Link
Candidates should submit their application through the prescribed Jharkhand recruitment portal. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Official Apply Online – Jharkhand Recruitment Portal
Details PDF Link
Before applying, candidates should download and read the official notification carefully. The PDF contains the facility-wise vacancies, specialization requirements, bidding rules, eligibility conditions, remuneration terms and selection procedure.
Download Official JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Details PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Visit JRHMS Official Website |
FAQs – JRHMS Specialist Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many posts are available in JRHMS Recruitment 2026?
There are 306 Specialist Medical Officer vacancies.
Q2. What is the qualification?
Candidates need MBBS plus a relevant PG Degree/Diploma and valid Medical Council registration.
Q3. Is experience mandatory?
No. Experience is not mandatory, but relevant experience may be considered as a tie-break criterion.
Q4. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 23 to 64 years as on 31 October 2026.
Q5. What is the maximum remuneration?
Candidates can quote remuneration up to ₹3,00,000 per month, subject to the prescribed bidding conditions.
Q6. How will candidates be selected?
Selection is through a facility-wise bidding process, with the lowest acceptable eligible bid considered first.
Q7. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 31 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q8. Is this a permanent government job?
No. The Specialist Medical Officer engagement is purely contractual.