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The District Health and Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS) – ASHA Worker Recruitment 2026 Apply Now

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The District Health and Family Welfare Samiti (DHFWS), Howrah, has announced a recruitment notification for ASHA Worker posts in different Sub-Health Centre areas under the Howrah Sadar and Uluberia subdivisions. Eligible women residing in the notified service areas can apply for these community healthcare positions.

The application process will be conducted offline. Interested candidates can apply between 20 November and 11 December 2026.

ASHA Worker Recruitment Overview

  • Organization: District Health and Family Welfare Samiti, Howrah
  • Post Name: ASHA Worker
  • Total Vacancies: Block-wise vacancies; check official notification
  • Job Location: Howrah District, West Bengal
  • Notification Date: 5 November 2026
  • Last Date: 11 December 2026

Vacancy Details

The recruitment covers different Sub-Health Centre areas in the Howrah Sadar and Uluberia subdivisions. The number of vacancies varies by block and service area.

Candidates should check the vacancy list attached to the official notification to confirm whether a vacancy is available in their residential area.

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must have appeared in the Madhyamik examination or an equivalent examination.
  • The selection process will consider Madhyamik marks.
  • Preference may be given to eligible members of Grade-I and Grade-II Self Help Groups, trained dais and link workers, subject to the required certificates.

Eligibility Conditions

  • Applicants must be women.
  • Candidates should be married, widowed, or legally divorced.
  • Applicants must be permanent residents of the concerned ASHA service area.
  • A valid Voter ID (EPIC) or Ration Card may be required as residential proof.

Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as of 1 January 2026:

  • General Category: 30–40 years
  • SC/ST Category: 22–40 years
  • Candidates should verify their category-specific eligibility in the official notification.

Application Fee

The available recruitment information does not clearly specify the application fee. Candidates should check the official notification for confirmation.

Selection Process

The selection process is expected to include:

  • Shortlisting based on Madhyamik examination marks.
  • Personal interview of shortlisted candidates.
  • Verification of original documents and residential eligibility.

The interview date and venue will be notified separately.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official West Bengal Health Department website.
  2. Download the ASHA Worker application form (Annexure-1) and area-wise vacancy list (Annexure-2).
  3. Fill in the application form carefully.
  4. Attach self-attested copies of educational, age, residential, and caste certificates, wherever applicable.
  5. Attach the required passport-size photographs and supporting certificates.
  6. Submit the completed application to the respective BDO office within the application period.
  7. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 5 November 2026
  • Application Starts: 20 November 2026
  • Last Date to Submit Application: 11 December 2026, up to 5:00 PM
  • Interview Date: To be announced

Important Links

Important Note: This recruitment is area-specific. Applicants must confirm the notified vacancy in their own service area and read the official notification carefully before submitting the application. The application window opens on 20 November 2026; applications should not be submitted before the prescribed dates.