SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024: The Community Health Officer (CHO) aspirants have a supreme chance to get selected in the recruitment released by the State Health Society of Bihar (SHSB). You can become a CHO in numerous districts of Bihar if selected in this particular recruitment of 2024.
The window to apply is going to be available between July 1 and 21, 2024.
Bihar CHO Vacancy 2024
Candidates who want to be appointed as Community Health Officer at HWC under NHM, Bihar, need to know that the application link is going to be available at https://shs.bihar.gov.in// till July 21, 2024.
If you meet the qualifications, you are required to apply in the first phase to avoid the last-minute rush.
Overview of SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024
| Event | Bihar NHM CHO Recruitment 2024 |
| Organization | State Health Society of Bihar |
| Category | Nursing Recruitment |
| Post | Community Health Officer (CHO) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2024 |
| Number of Vacancies | 4500 Post |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Eligibility | B.Sc Nursing /Post Basic B.Sc Nursing with CCH Course/GNM with Certification Course in Community Health |
| Salary | INR 40,000/Month |
| Official Website | https://shs.bihar.gov.in// |
SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024 : Category-wise Vacancy Availability
The available vacancy list doesn’t include any position for the unreserved category both for males and females. Nevertheless, the vacancy list will also be categorized depending on the reserved and unreserved categories.
| Category | Gender | |
| Male | Female | |
| UR | 0 | 0 |
| EBC | 1345 | 331 |
| BC | 702 | 259 |
| SC | 1279 | 230 |
| ST | 95 | 36 |
| EWS | 145 | 78 |
| Total | 3566 | 934 |
| 4500 | ||
SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024 : Eligibility
Though there are zero vacancies for the unreserved category aspirants, other applying candidates must meet the eligibility requirements. Abiding by all these criteria is quite important to get a chance to sit for the written examination and move to the next stage.
Age Limit and Relaxation:
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
| UR(M)/EWS(M) | 42 Years |
| UR(F)/EWS(F) | 45 Years |
| BC/EBC (M&F) | 45 Years |
| SC/ST (M&F) | 47 Years |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| PH | 10 years in the respective category |
| Departmental Candidates | 05 years |
Educational Qualifications
- Applicants must have completed either B.Sc Nursing or a six-month integrated curriculum of CCH from an accredited institution or university starting in 2020.
- As an alternative, completing the CCH at IGNOU or other approved universities is recognized.
SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024 : Application Fee
Applying candidates must know about the application amount that has to be paid to the SHSB department for this recruitment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the same:
| Category | Fee |
| UR/BC/EBC/EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC/ST of Bihar domicile/Female/PH | Rs. 250 |
Bihar NHM CHO Exam Pattern 2024
The candidates need to have a clear understanding of the Bihar NHM CHO exam pattern. A pre-knowledge of the exam pattern is essential to learn time management and key areas to focus on during preparation. Here is the previous exam pattern that may be repeated for the NHM Bihar CHO 2024 exam:
- The Bihar NHM CHO Exam 2024 will be a computer-based test.
- The examination will be held in the MCQ pattern.
- The minimum qualifying mark in the Bihar CHO CBT exam is 30% overall.
- Candidates will get two hours as the examination duration.
- There will be 50 questions in particular with a weightage of 100 marks.
| Subject | Total Questions | Marks Given |
| Child Health | 50 | 2 Mark for each correct answer. |
| Adolescent Health | ||
| Maternal Health | ||
| Family Planning | ||
| Communicable and non-communicable diseases | ||
| Total Marks | 100 | |
SHS Bihar Selection Process
To get selected as a CHO in the SHSB department, you need to clear the different stages of the selection process. The selection process includes the following steps:
- First, All candidates must take a computer-based test to be chosen for the SHS Bihar as the CHO in the State Health Society, Bihar (CBT).
- After CBT, the candidates who cleared the CBT exam will called for the documents verification and Medical Exam.
SHSB CHO Pay Scale and Salary
If we talk about the comprehensive salary structure for the CHO posts, they are provided a specific remuneration package. By the time, they work in the Health and Wellness Centers, a specifically designed salary structure is given to them.
CHOs get a monthly pay scale of INR 40,000. This whole amount is also divided into two particular components:
- Fixed Salary: INR 32,000
- Performance Linked Payment (PLP): INR 8,000.
Application Process for SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024
- Go to shs.bihar.gov.in https://shs.bihar.gov.in//, the official website of the SHS Bihar.
- Next, proceed to the “Advertisements” segment.
- In this instance, select the “Community Health Recruitment 2024” tab.
- When all is done, select “Apply Online.”
- In the corresponding fields, provide the necessary, valid credentials.
- As soon as the process is complete, you’ll need to upload the important files.
- Submit the application fee through the given online mode.
- Now select “Verify Information” and send in your application.
- For future use, print the application form.
BIHAR NHM CHO Application Cancellation Notice
The advertisement published for 4500 vacant positions of Community Health Officer (CHO) has been canceled due to unavoidable circumstances. The Additional Executive Director of the State Health Society, Bihar, has officially announced the cancellation.
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FAQs
Ques 1. When did the vacancy application for SHSB CHO open in 2024?
Ans. The SHSB CHO vacancy application opened on the 1st of April 2024.
Ques 2. Has the BIHAR NHM CHO Application been canceled?
Ans. Yes, the examination and recruitment have been canceled due to some unavoidable circumstances.
Ques 3. What are the important dates for the SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024?
Ans. Start Date for Application: July 1, 2024
Last Date for Application: July 21, 2024
Ques 4. What is the application fee for the SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024?
Ans. The application fee details are generally mentioned in the official notification. Fees may vary based on the candidate’s category (General/OBC/SC/ST). Check the official SHSB notification for the exact fee structure.
Ques 5. How will the selection process be conducted?
Ans. The selection process typically involves:
Written Examination: Assessing the candidate’s knowledge and skills relevant to the CHO role.
Interview/Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will be called for an interview and document verification.
Ques 6. What is the last date to apply for SHSB CHO Recruitment 2024 ?
Ans. 21 July 2024 (Sunday), up to 06:00 pm. (evening)