NHM Recruitment 2026: The National Health Mission(NHM) has released Notification for the recruitment of various posts including Data Manager, Data Entry Operators(DEO), Microbiologist, Lab Technician Grade-II, and Lab Attendant on a contract basis.
The recruitment is being conducted under the supervision of the District Medical & Health Officer (DM&HO), Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh.
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NHM Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization: National Health Mission (NHM)
Notification No: 01/NHM/IDSP/2025-2026
Job Type: Contract Basis
Total Posts: 07
Location: Annamayya, Tirupati & Chittoor Districts (AP)
Last Date to Apply: 20 February 2026 (5 PM)
Application Mode: Offline (In-Person Submission)
Maximum Age Limit: 40 Years
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NHM Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Crucial Date for Age Calculation | 28 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 February 2026 |
NHM Recruitment 2026 Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | District | Salary (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Manager (IDSP Programme) | 01 | Annamayya | ₹36,225 |
| Data Entry Operator (DSU) | 03 | Annamayya & Tirupati | ₹18,450 |
| Microbiologist (DPHLs) | 01 | Chittoor | ₹45,282 |
| Lab Technician Grade-II | 01 | Chittoor | ₹23,393 |
| Lab Attendant | 01 | Chittoor | ₹15,000 |
NHM Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification Details
Data Manager
PG in Computer Science with 1 year experience
ORBE in IT/Electronics
Preference for health/social sector experience
Data Entry Operator (DEO)
Graduate with minimum 1-year Diploma in Computer Applications
Microbiologist
Medical Graduate with PG Degree/Diploma in Microbiology/Virology/Pathology
ORMedical Graduate with 2 years lab experience
ORM.Sc in Medical Microbiology
Minimum 2 years relevant experience required
Lab Technician Grade-II
2-year Lab Technician course after SSC
ORB.Sc with Medical Lab Technology
ORIntermediate Vocational Course with 1-year clinical training
Must be registered with A.P. Para Medical Board
Lab Attendant
2-year Lab Technician course after SSC
ORIntermediate Vocational Course with clinical training
Registration with A.P. Para Medical Board required
NHM Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Must be below 40 years as on 28 January 2026
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST/BC – 5 Years
Ex-Servicemen – 3 Years
PH Candidates – 10 Years
Maximum Age Limit – 52 Years
NHM Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be based purely on Merit and Rule of Reservation.
Marks Distribution (Total 100 Marks):
75 Marks – Academic Qualification
10 Marks – Waiting period (1 mark per year after qualification)
15 Marks – In-service experience (1.5 marks per 6 months, max 15 marks)
Final selection will be done by the District Selection Committee headed by the District Collector.
NHM Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
₹500 (Demand Draft in favor of DM&HO, Chittoor)
To be drawn from any nationalized bank
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How to Apply for NHM Recruitment 2026
Download the prescribed application form from the official website: https://chittoor.ap.gov.in
Fill the application carefully.
Attach all required self-attested documents.
Submit the application in person only at:
Office of District Medical & Health Officer (DM&HO)
Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh
Last Date: 20 February 2026 (Before 5:00 PM)
Applications sent by post/courier/email will be rejected.
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NHM Recruitment 2026 Documents Required
Filled Application Form
SSC Certificate
Qualification Certificates
Registration Certificate (if applicable)
Caste Certificate
Study Certificates (Class IV–X)
Experience Certificate
Aadhaar Copy (Mandatory)
Demand Draft ₹500
Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
NHM Recruitment 2026 Tenure of Appointment
Initial contract period: 1 Year
Extendable based on performance
NHM Recruitment 2026 Leave & Other Benefits
Casual Leave as per department norms
180 Days Paid Maternity Leave (for eligible contract women employees as per GO rules)
No private practice allowed
Agreement on ₹100 Non-Judicial Stamp Paper required
NHM Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
Aadhaar & Mobile number mandatory
Selection strictly as per merit and reservation rules
Department decision will be final
False information will lead to disqualification
Legal jurisdiction: Chittoor District
Candidates seeking contract-based government health jobs in Andhra Pradesh should not miss this opportunity. Ensure submission before the deadline to avoid rejection.