ZSS Sundargarh NHM Walk-In 2026 recruitment notification for 47 Medical Officer and AYUSH posts
If you are a doctor, AYUSH practitioner, optometrist, or dental technician sitting in Odisha right now wondering whether a stable NHM job is still possible in 2026 — yes, it absolutely is. And this one is worth your full attention.
Zilla Swasthya Samiti, Sundargarh has just released Advertisement No. 1866/DPMU/NHM/2026 dated 26 May 2026, inviting eligible candidates for a Walk-In Interview to fill 47 contractual posts under the National Health Mission. No written exam. No online form. Just show up, register by 11 AM, and let your documents do the talking.
🚨 URGENT NOTICE Walk-In Interview starts 9 June 2026. Registration closes at 11:00 AM sharp on the day of your interview. There is NO online application. Miss the registration window and you miss the opportunity — period.
Here is everything you need to know — accurate, complete, and straight from the official notification.
ZSS Sundargarh NHM Walk-In 2026 Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Zilla Swasthya Samiti, Sundargarh (DPMU, NHM) |
| Advertisement No. | 1866/DPMU/NHM/2026 |
| Notification Date | 26/05/2026 |
| Post Names | Medical Officer-DTC, MO-MBBS at DEIC, Pediatrician at DEIC, MO-MBBS at UPHC-AAM, Medical Officer AYUSH (Collocated/RBSK/MHU), Optometrist-DEIC, Dental Technician-DEIC |
| Total Vacancies | 47 |
| Nature of Post | Contractual (till March 2027, renewable) |
| Walk-In Dates | 09 June to 12 June 2026 (post-wise) |
| Official Website | www.sundargarh.odisha.gov.in |
ZSS Sundargarh NHM Walk-In 2026 Vacancy Detail
| Post Name | Vacancies | Walk-In Date |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer – DTC | 01 | 09.06.2026 |
| MO-MBBS at DEIC | 01 | 09.06.2026 |
| Pediatrician at DEIC | 01 | 09.06.2026 |
| MO-MBBS at UPHC-AAM | 01 | 09.06.2026 |
| Medical Officer AYUSH – Collocated Facilities | 18 | 10.06.2026 |
| Medical Officer AYUSH – RBSK | 16 | 11.06.2026 |
| Medical Officer AYUSH – MHU | 07 | 12.06.2026 |
| Optometrist – DEIC | 01 (UR) | 09.06.2026 |
| Dental Technician – DEIC | 01 (UR) | 09.06.2026 |
| Total | 47 | |
AYUSH MO Category-Wise Breakup
Post | ST | SC | OBC | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AYUSH MO – Collocated Ayurvedic | 6 | 2 | 8 | ||
| YUSH MO – Collocated Homeopathy | 6 | 3 | 9 | ||
| AYUSH MO – Collocated Unani | 1 | 1 | |||
| AYUSH MO – RBSK Ayurvedic Male | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8 | |
| AYUSH MO – RBSK Ayurvedic Female | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7 | |
| AYUSH MO – RBSK Homeopathy Male | |||||
| AYUSH MO – RBSK Homeopathy Female | 1 | 1 | |||
| AYUSH MO – MHU Ayurvedic | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 | |
| AYUSH MO – MHU Homeopathy | 1 | 1 | |||
| Total | 41 | ||||
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 26/05/2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01/05/2026 |
| Walk-In – MO DTC, DEIC, UPHC-AAM, Optometrist, Dental Technician | 09/06/2026 |
| Walk-In – AYUSH MO Collocated (Ayurvedic, Homeopathy, Unani) | 10/06/2026 |
| Walk-In – AYUSH MO RBSK | 11/06/2026 |
| Walk-In – AYUSH MO MHU | 12/06/2026 |
| Registration Timing (All Posts) | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM on respective date |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Monthly Remuneration | Performance Incentive (PI) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer – DTC | ₹69,625/- | Max 25% |
| MO-MBBS at DEIC | ₹72,338/- | Max 25% |
| Pediatrician at DEIC | ₹90,422/- | Max 25% |
| MO-MBBS at UPHC-AAM | ₹72,338/- | Max 25% |
| Medical Officer AYUSH (all facilities) | ₹31,000/- | Max 25% |
| Optometrist – DEIC | ₹19,387/- | Max 25% |
| Dental Technician – DEIC | ₹16,837/- | Max 25% |
Eligibility Criteria (Post-Wise)
Lower Age for all posts: 21 years (as on 01.05.2026) All candidates must have passed Odia up to M.E. standard.
Medical Officer – DTC
- Age: Up to 67 years
- Education: MBBS from NMC-recognised institution with 2 years post-qualification experience in Tuberculosis Control Programme — OR — MBBS with Diploma/MD in Public Health / Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases from NMC-recognised institution
- Registration: Valid registration from Odisha Council of Medical Registration
MO-MBBS at DEIC
- Age: Up to 67 years
- Education: MBBS from NMC-recognised institution
- Registration: Valid registration from Odisha Council of Medical Registration
Pediatrician at DEIC
- Age: Up to 67 years
- Education: MBBS + MD in Paediatrics OR Diploma of National Board in Child Health OR Diploma in Child Health from a recognised university/institution
- Registration: Valid registration from Odisha Council of Medical Registration
MO-MBBS at UPHC-AAM
- Age: Up to 67 years
- Education: MBBS from NMC-recognised institution
- Registration: Valid registration from Odisha Council of Medical Registration
Medical Officer AYUSH (Collocated / RBSK / MHU)
- Age: Up to 38 years
- Education: BAMS / BHMS / Degree in Unani System of Medicine (included in 2nd Schedule of Indian Medicine Central Council Act 1970) from a recognised university; internship must be completed. PG in BAMS/BHMS/Unani gets additional weightage.
- Registration: Valid registration from Odisha State Council/Board of Ayurvedic or Homeopathy Medicine. No provisional registration accepted.
Optometrist – DEIC
- Age: Up to 40 years
- Education: Diploma in Optometry from a recognised institution OR trained as Ophthalmic Assistant from a recognised Govt. Hospital/Institution. Candidates with Masters/Bachelor Degree in Optometry will be given preference.
Dental Technician – DEIC
- Age: Up to 40 years
- Education: Diploma in Dental Technology (minimum 2-year course) from a recognised institution/university recognised by the Dental Council of India
Step-by-Step: How to Apply
This is a Walk-In Interview. There is NO online application process.
- Download the prescribed application form from www.sundargarh.odisha.gov.in
- Fill the form completely and carefully — mention only ONE post per application
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents
- Affix one passport-size photograph on the application form
- Reach the venue on your post’s designated Walk-In date
- Register between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM — not a minute later
- Carry all originals for verification on the same day
- Wait for shortlisting — shortlisted candidates may be asked to stay back for document verification
⚠️ Candidates currently working in the Health Department (regular or contractual) must bring a No Objection Certificate from their employer.
Document Checklist
☐ Duly filled application form in prescribed format (downloaded from official website)
☐ All original certificates and testimonials (age, qualification, experience)
☐ Self-attested photocopies of all certificates
☐ Two recent passport-size colour photographs
☐ Self-attested copy of identity proof (Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence / Aadhaar / Passport)
☐ Valid Medical Council/Board Registration Certificate (as applicable to your post)
☐ Internship Completion Certificate (for AYUSH MO posts)
☐ Conversion certificate if marks are in CGPA/OGPA/GPA/CPI format
☐ AICTE/UGC recognition certificate (wherever applicable — application rejected without this)
☐ No Objection Certificate from employer (if currently working in Health Department)
☐ PAR Rating proof / PI Order (for OSH&FW Society employees claiming age relaxation or grace marks)
Selection Process
| Post | Method | Details |
|---|---|---|
| MO-DTC, MO-DEIC, Pediatrician, MO-UPHC-AAM, Optometrist, Dental Technician | Personal Interview (PI) – 100% | Candidates scoring above 50% in PI will be considered for panel |
| Medical Officer AYUSH (all facilities) | Career Assessment (Merit-based) | Matriculation: 20 marks; +2: 20 marks; BAMS/BHMS/Unani Degree: 50 marks; PG in Ayurvedic/Homeopathy/Unani: 10 marks (full). Tie-break: older candidate ranked above younger (as per 10th certificate DOB). Total marks calculated up to 3 decimal places (e.g. 45.567%). |
Candidates scoring 50% or more in the Final Panel Merit List will be kept on the panel for 1 year from the date of approval, valid for similar posts across other NHM programmes with the same qualification and remuneration.
Key Rules & Disclaimers
- All posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with the scheme
- Canvassing in any form will immediately disqualify the candidate — no exceptions
- If you fail to produce original documents at the venue, your candidature will be rejected on the spot
- Number of vacancies and remuneration may vary at the time of actual engagement
- The authority reserves the right to cancel any or all positions at any stage without giving any reason
- All communication will be through email or the district website only — no postal correspondence
- Candidates disengaged earlier from OSH&FW Society on grounds of disobedience, poor performance, misbehaviour, or criminal activity are not eligible to apply
- Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit separate applications for each post
- Venue for Walk-In Interview is not mentioned in the notification — candidates must check www.sundargarh.odisha.gov.in before attending
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| More Odisha Govt Jobs | Click Here |
ZSS Sundargarh NHM Walk-In 2026 FAQ
Q1. Is there any application fee?
The official notification does not mention any application fee. No fee has been prescribed for any category.
Q2. Can I apply online or by post?
No. This is a Walk-In Interview only. You must physically appear at the venue with your filled application form and documents. No online or postal applications will be accepted.
Q3. I am an AYUSH doctor with only BAMS. Am I eligible?
Yes. BAMS from a recognised university, with completed internship and valid registration from the Odisha State Council/Board of Ayurvedic Medicine, makes you eligible for all three AYUSH MO posts (Collocated, RBSK, MHU). A PG degree gives you additional weightage in career assessment.
Q4. What happens if two AYUSH candidates score the same marks?
The tie is broken by date of birth — the older candidate (as per 10th certificate) is ranked above the younger one.
Q5. I missed the registration window at 11 AM. Can I still appear?
No. The notification clearly states no application will be received beyond the scheduled registration timing. Plan to arrive before 9:00 AM to be safe.
Q6. What is the contract period and can it be renewed?
The appointment is on contractual basis till March 2027. It is subject to renewal as per Society norms, based on performance and continuance of the programme.
Q7. I currently work under the OSH&FW Society. Do I get any extra benefit?
Yes. If you have completed at least 3 contractual terms (11 months each) with “Outstanding” or “Very Good” PAR remarks, you are eligible for age relaxation at 1 year per completed term (maximum 10 years, subject to a ceiling of 55 years) and grace marks up to 10% of total marks.
Q8. Where exactly will the Walk-In Interview be held?
The notification does not mention the venue. Candidates must visit www.sundargarh.odisha.gov.in or email hrd.nhmsundargarh@gmail.com to confirm the venue before travelling.