The Office of the Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO), Dantewada, Chhattisgarh, has invited online applications for six Community Health Officer (CHO) posts under the National Health Mission for 2026–27. The notification dated 2 November 2026 requires eligible applicants to submit the online form by 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM. The post carries a monthly honorarium of ₹16,500.
Dantewada NHM CHO Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruiting authority | Office of the Chief Medical and Health Officer, Dantewada |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 2 November 2026 |
| Notification number | Rc. No. 6610/CMHO/NHM/Recruitment/2026 |
| Post | Community Health Officer (CHO) |
| Total vacancies | 6 |
| Category distribution | 3 ST (Open) and 3 OBC (Open) |
| Employment type | Contractual under NHM |
| Monthly honorarium | ₹16,500 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM |
| Age limit | 18–64 years as on 1 January 2026 |
| Official website | dantewada.nic.in |
Dantewada CHO Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| ST – Open | 3 |
| OBC – Open | 3 |
| Total | 6 |
Educational Qualification
The notification requires either B.Sc. Nursing with a Certificate in Community Health Integrated Course, or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with a Certificate in Community Health Integrated Course. Candidates must also have live registration with the Chhattisgarh Nursing Registration Council. Chhattisgarh domicile is mandatory; applicants must provide the prescribed local-residence certificate issued by the competent authority.
Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age for this non-medical post is 64 years as on 1 January 2026, subject to the applicable government provisions stated in the notification. The same notice sets a separate maximum age for medical posts; that higher limit should not be applied to the CHO vacancy.
Application Fee
For posts carrying a monthly honorarium below ₹25,000, the notification specifies the following fee for the CHO post:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Persons with disabilities, SC, ST and women | ₹100 |
| OBC | ₹200 |
| Unreserved | ₹300 |
The prescribed fee is to be submitted by Demand Draft in favour of the District Health Society, Dantewada, as instructed in the official notification. Check the notice for the required fee proof and submission instructions before completing the online form.
Selection Process
The notification provides a merit-based selection process with a maximum of 100 marks: 65 marks for educational qualification, up to 10 marks for relevant experience for other candidates or up to 15 marks for candidates who have worked under NHM, and 20 marks for the written/skill/interview assessment. The notification requires candidates to obtain at least 30% in the skill/assessment stage. Experience is counted only when supported by the prescribed experience certificate and appointment order; training or voluntary work is not treated as qualifying work experience under the stated rules. The date of the assessment has not been announced.
How to Apply for Dantewada NHM CHO Recruitment 2026
- Open the official Dantewada district recruitment page.
- Use the online application link published with the NHM CHO notice.
- Enter personal details, Chhattisgarh domicile information, nursing qualification and registration details.
- Upload the photograph and self-attested certificates in the format requested by the application form.
- Submit the prescribed fee through the Demand Draft process described in the notification and retain the proof.
- Review the form before final submission and save a copy of the application and acknowledgement.
- Complete the process by 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM.
The notice says applications through the prescribed online link are accepted; applications sent through other modes will not be considered.
Important Links
- Official Dantewada recruitment notices
- Download NHM CHO recruitment notification
- Open the online application link published by the district
- Dantewada District official website
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CHO vacancies are available in Dantewada?
The NHM notification advertises six Community Health Officer posts: three ST Open and three OBC Open.
What is the salary for Dantewada CHO?
The monthly honorarium is ₹16,500.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application deadline is 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.
Is Chhattisgarh domicile required?
Yes. The notification makes Chhattisgarh domicile mandatory.
Is the CHO post permanent?
No. It is a contractual NHM engagement for the 2026–27 financial year.
Related health recruitment update: Siddipet NHM Pharmacist and ANM Provisional List 2026.
Last verified: 11 November 2026. Vacancy distribution, qualification, domicile, age, fee, selection criteria and deadline were checked against the official Dantewada district notification. Candidates should follow the notification and application portal for any subsequent instructions.