The District Medical and Health Officer (DM&HO), Bhadradri Kothagudem, Telangana, has invited offline applications for 95 contract/outsourcing vacancies under the National Health Mission (NHM) and National Urban Health Mission (NUHM). Recruitment Notification No. 01/2026 is dated 6 November 2026. Applications are being received from 9 November and must reach the DM&HO office by 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The vacancies cover Staff Nurse, ANM, second ANM, MLHP/CHO, Medical Officer, Lab Technician, Pharmacist and specialist or programme-support roles. This is district-level contract/outsourcing recruitment, not permanent government appointment.
Bhadradri Kothagudem DMHO Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruiting authority | District Selection Committee / Office of the DM&HO, Bhadradri Kothagudem |
|---|---|
| Notification number | 01/2026; Rc. No. E1/3467/DM&HO/NHM/2026 |
| Notification date | 6 November 2026 |
| Programmes | NHM and NUHM |
| Total vacancies | 95 |
| Vacancy annexures | 68 posts (31 August 2026) and 27 posts (19 September 2026) |
| Employment type | Contract / outsourcing |
| Application mode | Offline – in person or Registered Post |
| Application start | 9 November 2026, 10:30 AM |
| Last date to apply | 13 November 2026, 5:00 PM (receipt deadline) |
| Age limit | 18–44 years as on 1 July 2026, subject to relaxation |
| Application fee | ₹1,000 by Demand Draft |
| Monthly remuneration | ₹19,500–₹1,00,000, depending on post |
| Selection | Merit-based: 90 marks for qualifying-examination marks and 10 marks for age weightage |
| Official website | kothagudem.telangana.gov.in |
Bhadradri Kothagudem NHM Vacancy Details
The district has published two vacancy annexures: 68 positions permitted under the annexure dated 31 August 2026 and 27 positions under the annexure dated 19 September 2026. The combined total in Notification No. 01/2026 is 95 posts.
Designations appearing in the annexures include:
- Staff Nurse, ANM and second ANM
- MLHP / Community Health Officer / Medical Officer roles, including Palle Dawakhana units
- Medical Officer, Paediatrician, OBG Specialist and Anaesthetist
- Lab Technician and Pharmacist
- Clinical Psychologist / Counsellor and Psychologist
- Early Interventionist-cum-Special Educator and Social Worker
- Vaccine and Cold Chain Manager, Senior DOTS Plus TB-HIV Supervisor and TBHV
Monthly remuneration shown in the annexures ranges from ₹19,500 to ₹1,00,000. The amount depends on the designation and programme unit; candidates should check the relevant row in both official annexures rather than assume a common salary for all posts.
Educational Qualification and Eligibility
Applicants must possess the qualification and, where applicable, professional or council registration required for the particular post under the relevant NHM/NUHM guidelines. The district recruitment notice and vacancy annexures identify the designations and remuneration but do not reproduce a complete post-wise qualification table. The application form asks candidates to enter their qualifying examination, marks and council registration details. Applicants should therefore verify the specific professional qualification and registration requirement for their chosen designation before paying the fee.
The application form also asks for study details from Classes 1 to 7. The district states that local status will be determined from these study certificates under the Presidential Order, 2018.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 44 years as on 1 July 2026. The notification provides these relaxations:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BC and EWS | 5 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years plus length of service in the armed forces |
| NCC instructors | 3 years plus length of service in NCC |
| Persons with disabilities | 10 years |
Selection Process
Selection is strictly merit-based, with a maximum of 100 marks:
- 90 marks: marks obtained in the basic qualifying examination.
- 10 marks: age weightage, calculated at 0.5 mark for each completed year of age from 18, up to a maximum of 10 marks, as on 1 July 2026.
The selection list will follow the Rule of Reservation, Presidential Orders/local status and the 33⅓% reservation for women cited in the notification. The notice does not prescribe a written examination for this selection process.
Application Fee
All applicants must enclose a Demand Draft of ₹1,000 drawn on any nationalised bank in favour of “District Medical and Health Officer, Bhadradri Kothagudem”. The notification does not mention a category-wise fee exemption.
How to Apply for DMHO Bhadradri Kothagudem Recruitment 2026
- Open the official Bhadradri Kothagudem district recruitment notice page.
- Download the prescribed application form, Recruitment Notification No. 01/2026 and both vacancy annexures.
- Fill in the form for the specific post. Enter education, qualifying-examination marks, council registration and contact details accurately.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of the required certificates, including SSC, Intermediate, qualifying degree/diploma, council registration, Classes 1–7 study certificates and caste certificate, as applicable.
- Prepare the original ₹1,000 Demand Draft in favour of “District Medical and Health Officer, Bhadradri Kothagudem”.
- Submit the completed form, Demand Draft and enclosures in person or by Registered Post to the Office of the DM&HO, IDOC Complex, Palvancha, Bhadradri Kothagudem District.
- Ensure the application is received by 13 November 2026, 5:00 PM. Keep the acknowledgement or postal proof for your records.
The deadline is the last date for receipt of the application, not merely the date on which it is posted. Allow sufficient delivery time if using Registered Post.
Important Links
- Official district recruitment page – DMHO Notification 01/2026
- Download Recruitment Notification No. 01/2026
- Download NHM vacancy annexures (68 + 27 posts)
- Download application form
- Bhadradri Kothagudem district official website
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in Bhadradri Kothagudem DMHO Recruitment 2026?
The district has notified 95 contract/outsourcing vacancies under NHM and NUHM.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The completed application must reach the DM&HO office by 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Is this a permanent government job?
No. The notification says the posts will be filled on a contract/outsourcing basis.
Is there a written examination?
The notification describes merit-based selection using qualifying-examination marks and age weightage. It does not announce a written examination.
What is the application fee?
The prescribed fee is ₹1,000 by Demand Draft in favour of the District Medical and Health Officer, Bhadradri Kothagudem.
Related health recruitment update: Siddipet NHM Pharmacist and ANM Provisional List 2026.
Last verified: 11 November 2026. Vacancy totals, dates, age, fee, selection and submission instructions were checked against the official district recruitment page, Notification No. 01/2026, application form and vacancy annexures. Post-specific qualifications should be confirmed against the applicable NHM/NUHM guidelines before applying.