The Zilla Swasthya Samiti Sundargarh has announced recruitment for 47 contractual positions under the National Health Mission (NHM). This drive seeks to fill roles such as Medical Officer, Pediatrician, AYUSH Practitioner, Optometrist, and Dental Technician.
A walk-in interview will be conducted from 09-06-2026 to 12-06-2026. Interested candidates can register between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM on their scheduled interview date. Monthly remuneration for these posts ranges from ₹16,837 to ₹90,422 plus performance incentives up to 25 percent. Candidates should download the prescribed application form from the official website https://www.sundargarh.odisha.gov.in and verify all eligibility requirements before attending.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Zilla Swasthya Samiti, Sundargarh (DPMU, NHM), Office of the CDM & PHO cum DMD |
| Advertisement No. | 1866/DPMU/NHM/2026 dated 26/05/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 47 |
| Post Category | Medical Officer, Pediatrician, Medical Officer AYUSH, Optometrist, Dental Technician |
| Nature of Appointment | Contractual basis until March 2027, subject to renewal and programme continuance |
| Selection Mode | Walk-in Interview (Personal Interview / Career Assessment) |
| Application Type | Offline (Prescribed form required) |
| Official Website | https://www.sundargarh.odisha.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 26/05/2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-05-2026 |
| Walk-in Interview – Medical Officer DTC, MO-MBBS DEIC, Pediatrician DEIC, MO-MBBS UPHC-AAM, Optometrist DEIC, Dental Technician DEIC | 09-06-2026 |
| Walk-in Interview – AYUSH MO Collocated (Ayurvedic, Homeopathy, Unani) | 10-06-2026 |
| Walk-in Interview – AYUSH MO RBSK (Ayurvedic Male/Female, Homeopathy Male/Female) | 11-06-2026 |
| Walk-in Interview – AYUSH MO MHU (Ayurvedic, Homeopathy) | 12-06-2026 |
| Registration Timing | 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on the respective walk-in date |
Age Limit
| Post | Lower Age | Upper Age (As On 01-05-2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer – DTC | 21 years | 67 years |
| MO-MBBS at DEIC | 21 years | 67 years |
| Pediatrician at DEIC | 21 years | 67 years |
| MO-MBBS at UPHC-AAM | 21 years | 67 years |
| Medical Officer AYUSH (all facilities) | 21 years | 38 years |
| Optometrist – DEIC | 21 years | 40 years |
| Dental Technician – DEIC | 21 years | 40 years |
Age Relaxation: Existing employees of OSH & FW Society who have completed at least 3 contractual terms with “Outstanding” or “Very Good” PAR remarks are eligible for 1 year age relaxation per completed term, maximum 10 years over the prescribed upper limit, subject to a ceiling of 55 years.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification | Registration Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer – DTC | MBBS from an NMC-recognized institution OR MBBS with Diploma/MD in Public Health / Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases from an NMC-recognized institution. Must have 2 years post-qualification experience in the TB Control Programme (for MBBS without PG). | Valid registration from the Odisha Council of Medical Registration |
| MO-MBBS at DEIC | MBBS from an NMC-recognized institution | Valid registration from the Odisha Council of Medical Registration |
| Pediatrician at DEIC | MBBS from NMC-recognized institution + MD in Paediatrics OR Diploma of National Board in Child Health OR Diploma in Child Health from a recognized university/institution | Valid registration from the Odisha Council of Medical Registration |
| MO-MBBS at UPHC-AAM | MBBS from an NMC-recognized institution | Valid registration from Odisha Council of Medical Registration |
| Medical Officer AYUSH | Bachelor Degree in BAMS / BHMS / Unani System of Medicine (recognized under 2nd Schedule of Indian Medicine Central Council Act 1970) from recognized university with completed internship. PG qualification will receive additional weightage. | Valid registration from Odisha State Council / Board of Ayurvedic/Homeopathy Medicine. No provisional registration acceptable. |
| Optometrist – DEIC | Diploma in Optometry from recognized institution OR trained as Ophthalmic Assistant from recognized Govt. Hospital/Institution. Masters/Bachelor in Optometry preferred. | Not specified |
| Dental Technician – DEIC | Diploma in Dental Technology (minimum 2-year course) from institution recognized by Dental Council of India | Institution recognized by Dental Council of India |
General Eligibility: All candidates must have passed Odia up to the M.E. standard. Candidates previously disengaged from OSH & FW Society on administrative grounds are ineligible.
Vacancy Details & Job Profile
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Remuneration + PI | Walk-in Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer – DTC | 01 | ₹69,625 + PI (Max 25%) | 09-06-2026 |
| MO-MBBS at DEIC | 01 | ₹72,338 + PI (Max 25%) | 09-06-2026 |
| Pediatrician at DEIC | 01 | ₹90,422 + PI (Max 25%) | 09-06-2026 |
| MO-MBBS at UPHC-AAM | 01 | ₹72,338 + PI (Max 25%) | 09-06-2026 |
| Medical Officer AYUSH – Collocated Facilities | 18 | ₹31,000 + PI (Max 25%) | 10-06-2026 |
| Medical Officer AYUSH – RBSK | 16 | ₹31,000 + PI (Max 25%) | 11-06-2026 |
| MO AYUSH – MHU Ayurvedic | 07 | ₹31,000 + PI (Max 25%) | 12-06-2026 |
| Optometrist – DEIC | 01 (UR) | ₹19,387 + PI (Max 25%) | 09-06-2026 |
| Dental Technician – DEIC | 01 (UR) | ₹16,837 + PI (Max 25%) | 09-06-2026 |
AYUSH Medical Officer Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Total | Walk-in Date |
|---|---|---|
| AYUSH MO – Collocated Ayurvedic | 8 | 10-06-2026 |
| AYUSH MO – Collocated Homeopathy | 9 | 10-06-2026 |
| AYUSH MO – Collocated Unani | 1 | 10-06-2026 |
| AYUSH MO – RBSK Ayurvedic Male | 8 | 11-06-2026 |
| AYUSH MO – RBSK Ayurvedic Female | 7 | 11-06-2026 |
| AYUSH MO – RBSK Homeopathy Female | 1 | 11-06-2026 |
| AYUSH MO – MHU Ayurvedic | 6 | 12-06-2026 |
| AYUSH MO – MHU Homeopathy | 1 | 12-06-2026 |
Salary Structure
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Remuneration Range | ₹16,837 to ₹90,422 per month (post-wise) |
| Performance Incentive (PI) | Up to maximum 25 percent of monthly remuneration |
| Performance Linked Experience Incentive | Payable as per established norms for the respective post |
| Contract Duration | Until March 2027, subject to renewal per Society norms and programme continuance |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | NIL (No application fee) |
Selection Process
Selection is conducted exclusively through a walk-in interview without any written examination. Following registration completion between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, candidates will undergo eligibility verification and document scrutiny on the same day. Shortlisted candidates proceeding to the interview stage may be required to remain available for prolonged document verification. Candidates attaining 50 percent or higher marks in the Final Panel Merit List shall be retained in the selection panel for one year.
Selection Method by Post
| Post | Selection Method | Evaluation Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer – DTC, MO-MBBS DEIC, Pediatrician DEIC, MO-MBBS UPHC-AAM | Personal Interview – 100 marks | Candidates securing above 50% in PI will be entertained for panel |
| Medical Officer AYUSH (all facilities) | Career Assessment (Merit-based) | Matriculation – 20 marks; +2 – 20 marks; BHMS/BAMS/Unani degree – 50 marks; PG – full 10 marks. Tie-break: older candidate ranked higher (DOB per 10th certificate). Candidates securing 50% and above in Final Panel Merit List retained for 1 year. |
| Optometrist – DEIC | Personal Interview – 100 marks | Candidates securing above 50% in PI will be entertained for panel |
| Dental Technician – DEIC | Personal Interview – 100 marks | Candidates securing above 50% in PI will be entertained for panel |
How to Apply for Zilla Swasthya Samiti Sundargarh Recruitment 2026
- Click the official apply link below to download the application form and attend the walk-in interview.
Documents Required
Candidates must present the following documents at the walk-in interview venue:
- Filled out the application form in the prescribed format
- Original certificates and testimonials substantiating age, educational qualifications, and professional experience
- Self-attested photocopies of all educational certificates and relevant testimonial documents
- Two recent passport-sized color photographs (one bearing the candidate’s self-attestation for the application form)
- Self-attested photocopy of identity verification (Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License, Aadhar Card, or Passport)
- Current/valid Medical Registration Certificate from Odisha Council of Medical Registration (mandatory for all MBBS-based posts)
- Current/valid Registration Certificate from Odisha State Council/Board of Ayurvedic/Homeopathy Medicine (mandatory for AYUSH posts)
- Internship completion certificate (applicable to AYUSH MO applicants only)
- Conversion certificate where marks are expressed in CGPA/OGPA/GPA/CPI format, along with AICTE/UGC recognition certification where applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer for candidates employed in the Health Department on regular or contractual terms
- Performance Appraisal Report (PAR) rating documentation or employer certification (required for OSH & FW Society employees claiming age relaxation and grace marks)
Important Instructions
- All positions are temporary and co-terminus with the NHM scheme; no permanent status accrues.
- Canvassing or unethical conduct of any nature shall result in immediate candidature cancellation.
- Registration occurs strictly between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM on the walk-in date; applications received after 11:00 AM will not be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates must remain available for same-day document verification after registration closure.
- Candidates unable to satisfy eligibility requirements should refrain from attending the interview.
- Failure to produce original documents during verification will lead to outright candidature rejection without any conditional acceptance.
- All official communications, notifications, updates, and final results will be disseminated exclusively via email or the district website portal; postal and personal correspondence will not be maintained.
- Vacancy numbers and remuneration packages may be subject to revision at the time of actual engagement based on operational requirements.
- Performance incentive disbursement and performance-linked experience incentive shall follow established organizational norms.
- Final Panel Merit List candidates securing 50 percent or higher marks remain eligible for the panel across one calendar year and may be considered for similar vacancies in other NHM programmes with matching qualifications and compensation.
- Concealment of material information or submission of fabricated documents will trigger candidature rejection and/or immediate service termination.
- The recruitment authority reserves absolute discretion to cancel any or all applications and positions at any recruitment stage without providing specific justification.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification | Download Here |
| Official Website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in the Zilla Swasthya Samiti Sundargarh Recruitment 2026?
Ans. There are 47 vacancies in total. These include positions for Medical Officers, Pediatricians, AYUSH Medical Officers, Optometrists, and Dental Technicians.
Q2. What is the age limit to apply for these posts?
Ans. You must be at least 21 years old as of May 1, 2026. The upper age limit varies between 38 and 67 years depending on the specific job role you are applying for.
Q3. Do I need to pay an application fee?
Ans. No, there is no application fee required for any candidate, regardless of category.
Q4. How will candidates be selected for the Medical Officer roles?
Ans. The selection for Medical Officer positions involves a 100-mark personal interview. Candidates who score over 50 percent will be placed on a selection panel valid for one year.
Q5. What is the evaluation process for AYUSH Medical Officer vacancies?
Ans. AYUSH candidates are evaluated based on a merit-based career assessment. Marks are assigned for educational milestones, such as Matriculation, +2, your medical degree, and post-graduate qualifications.
Q6. When are the walk-in interviews taking place?
Ans. Interviews are scheduled on different dates based on the role: June 9 for allopathy posts, June 10 for Collocated AYUSH MO, June 11 for RBSK AYUSH MO, and June 12 for MHU AYUSH MO. Registration happens from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on your interview day.
Q7. How much does the Pediatrician role pay?
Ans. The Pediatrician post at DEIC offers a monthly salary of ₹90,422, plus a performance incentive that can be up to 25 percent.
