NHM Goa Recruitment 2026: Directorate of Health Services, State Health Society, Goa has released Advertisement No. DHS/NHM-ADM/29/Staff-Recruitment/2026-27/1537 for engagement of various posts under the National Health Mission (NHM). A total of 125 contractual vacancies are available for Specialist Cardiologist, Medical Officer, Community Health Officer, Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Counsellor, Support Staff and several other posts.
The appointments will be made purely on a contract basis for a period of one year. Depending on the post, candidates with qualifications ranging from Middle / Class 8 Pass, 10th, 12th, Diploma, Graduation, Nursing, Pharmacy, BAMS, BHMS, MBBS and postgraduate qualifications can apply. The consolidated monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 1,00,000. Eligible candidates must submit the online application on or before 18 September 2026.
Official Notification PDF: NHM Goa Staff Nurse, Support Staff and More Recruitment 2026
NHM Goa Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | State Health Society, Goa |
| Department | Directorate of Health Services, Panaji - Goa |
| Programme | National Health Mission (NHM) |
| Advertisement No. | DHS/NHM-ADM/29/Staff-Recruitment/2026-27/1537 |
| Advertisement Date | 26 August 2026 |
| Post Names | CHO, Medical Officer, Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Counsellor, Support Staff and Other Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 125 |
| Qualification | 8th / 10th / 12th / Diploma / Graduate / Nursing / Pharmacy / BAMS / BHMS / MBBS / PG and Other Relevant Qualifications |
| Age Limit | Preferably 18 to 40 Years |
| Salary | Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 Per Month, depending on post |
| Nature of Appointment | Contract Basis |
| Contract Period | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 September 2026 |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting and Interview, followed by applicable verification / assessment |
| Job Location | Various Locations in Goa |
NHM Goa Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 26 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 September 2026 |
NHM Goa Vacancy 2026 Details
The Directorate of Health Services, Goa has notified 125 vacancies across medical, nursing, allied health, technical, administrative and support categories.
| S.No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Specialist Cardiologist - NPCDCS | 1 | Rs. 1,00,000 |
| 2 | Medical Officer - NTEP / NUHM | 8 | Rs. 65,000 |
| 3 | Block Entomologist - BPHU | 1 | Rs. 40,000 |
| 4 | Clinical Psychologist - DEIC | 1 | Rs. 30,000 |
| 5 | Audiologist - NCDC-NPPCD / DEIC | 3 | Rs. 30,000 |
| 6 | Consultant - ARSH (PM) | 1 | Rs. 30,000 |
| 7 | Vaccine Cold Chain Logistic Manager | 1 | Rs. 22,000 + Rs. 10,000 TA |
| 8 | Community Health Officer - B.Sc Nursing | 45 | Rs. 20,000 |
| 9 | Palliative Nurse | 1 | Rs. 20,000 |
| 10 | Lactation Counsellor - Nurse | 3 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 11 | Staff Nurse - NUHM / NHM / DEIC | 4 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 12 | District Data Manager - IDSP | 1 | Rs. 18,000 |
| 13 | Instructor for Hearing Impaired Children | 1 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 14 | Audiometric Assistant | 1 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 15 | District PPM Coordinator - NTEP | 1 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 16 | Demographer - PC-PNDT | 1 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 17 | Secretarial Assistant | 1 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 18 | Technical Supervisor | 1 | Rs. 14,000 |
| 19 | Senior Treatment Supervisor - NTEP | 3 | Rs. 12,000 |
| 20 | Pharmacist - NUHM / AYUSH / RBSK | 9 | Rs. 11,000 |
| 21 | Dental Technician - DEIC | 2 | Rs. 11,000 |
| 21 | Dental Assistant - Dental Cell, Part-time | 2 | Rs. 8,000 |
| 22 | IEC Supervisor | 2 | Rs. 11,000 |
| 23 | Counsellor - RMNCHAN | 9 | Rs. 11,000 |
| 24 | ANM - NUHM / RBSK | 2 | Rs. 10,000 |
| 25 | TB Health Visitor - NTEP | 2 | Rs. 10,000 |
| 26 | Lady Health Visitor - LHV | 2 | Rs. 16,000 |
| 27 | Early Interventionist cum Special Educator | 2 | Rs. 25,000 |
| 28 | Support Staff - NUHM | 14 | Rs. 10,000 |
| Total | 125 | - | |
NHM Goa Specialist Cardiologist Qualification 2026
Candidates applying for Specialist Cardiologist under NPCDCS must possess:
- M.D. in Medicine or equivalent degree from an institution recognised by the Medical Council of India; and
- Specialist training in Endocrinology or Cardiology.
At least two years of experience working as a Specialist / Super Specialist in a hospital is desirable.
NHM Goa Medical Officer Qualification 2026
For Medical Officer posts under NTEP and NUHM, candidates must possess:
- MBBS from a recognised University;
- Valid Goa Medical Council registration; and
- Completed compulsory rotatory internship.
Diploma / MD in Public Health, PSM, Community Medicine, CHA or Tuberculosis / Chest Diseases and basic computer knowledge are desirable.
NHM Goa Block Entomologist Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- M.Sc. in Zoology with Entomology as one of the subjects; and
- Computer knowledge of MS Office.
NHM Goa Clinical Psychologist Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess any of the following:
- M.Phil in Clinical Psychology;
- Master's in Clinical Psychology;
- Master's in Child Psychology; or
- Rehabilitation Psychology.
A minimum of one year of work experience with children with special needs is essential. Recognition by the Rehabilitation Council of India and possession of Central Rehabilitation Registration is desirable.
NHM Goa Audiologist Qualification 2026
Candidates applying for Audiologist posts must possess:
- Graduate Degree in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology / BASLP from an RCI-recognised institute; and
- Valid registration certificate from Rehabilitation Council of India.
A minimum of two years of relevant experience in auditory testing / therapy is desirable.
NHM Goa Consultant ARSH Qualification 2026
Candidates should possess:
- BAMS / BHMS; and
- Master in Hospital Management; or
- Master in Health Management; or
- Master in Public Health Management.
The Master's programme should be a two-year full-time programme as specified in the advertisement.
NHM Goa Vaccine Cold Chain Logistic Manager Qualification 2026
Candidates should possess any one of the following:
- Graduation in Business Administration / Public Health; or
- Diploma in Hospital Management / Material Management / Supply Chain Management; or
- Degree / Diploma in Medical Electronic Engineering.
Three years of professional experience at State / District level in implementation projects in the health sector is desirable, with preference for experience in vaccine supply chain and cold chain.
NHM Goa Community Health Officer Qualification 2026
NHM Goa has announced 45 Community Health Officer vacancies, the highest number of posts in this recruitment.
Candidates must possess:
- B.Sc. Nursing with integrated Mid-Level Health Provider (MLHP) course;
- B.Sc. Nursing from batch 2019-20 onwards only;
- Degree certificate and enrolment with Goa Nursing Council at the time of Interview; and
- Competency in MS Office and Internet.
Fluency in Konkani and Marathi and knowledge of Health Programmes under NHM-Goa are desirable.
NHM Goa Palliative Nurse Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- B.Sc. Degree / Diploma in Nursing recognised by Nursing Council of India;
- Registration as Staff Nurse or Midwife with Goa Nursing Council; and
- At least two years of experience working in a hospital.
NHM Goa Lactation Counsellor Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- B.Sc. Nursing / Diploma in Basic Nursing; and
- Registration as Staff Nurse or Midwife with Goa Nursing Council.
Lactation Management Certification is desirable.
NHM Goa Staff Nurse Qualification 2026
For Staff Nurse posts, candidates must possess:
- B.Sc. Nursing; or
- Diploma in Basic Nursing / GNM.
NHM Goa District Data Manager Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess either:
- Postgraduate qualification in Computer Science such as M.Sc. Computer Science / MCA; or
- BE in IT / Electronics / Computer Science.
Preference will be given to candidates having experience in the health or social sector. A minimum of two years of experience is desirable.
NHM Goa Instructor for Hearing Impaired Children Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Minimum SSC / HSC; and
- Indian Sign Language C Certificate or DISLIC - Diploma in Sign Language Interpreter Course.
NHM Goa Audiometric Assistant Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- HSSC; and
- One-year Diploma in Audiology.
NHM Goa District PPM Coordinator Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- Postgraduate qualification;
- One year of experience in communication / ACSM / Public Private Partnership / Health Projects or Programmes;
- Permanent two-wheeler driving licence; and
- Ability to drive a two-wheeler.
Qualification in Social Sciences, Mass Media, Communication, Rural Development, Advocacy or related disciplines is desirable.
NHM Goa Demographer Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- B.Com with Statistics as one subject; and
- Diploma in Computer Application or six-month certificate course in Computers.
One year of experience in Statistics is desirable.
NHM Goa Secretarial Assistant Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation in Computer Application with MS Office;
- One year of experience in MIS activities, file management and record keeping; and
- Knowledge of Konkani.
Short-hand expertise and knowledge of Marathi are desirable.
NHM Goa Technical Supervisor Qualification 2026
Candidates should possess:
- Graduation with Diploma / Certificate Course in Medical Laboratory Technology from a Government-recognised institution; and
- Two years of experience in a Medical Laboratory in Government-recognised laboratories.
Knowledge of Marathi is desirable.
NHM Goa Senior Treatment Supervisor Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor's Degree or recognised Sanitary Inspector course;
- Certificate course in Computer Operation of minimum two months;
- Permanent two-wheeler driving licence; and
- Ability to drive a two-wheeler.
NHM Goa Pharmacist Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- B.Pharm or D.Pharm; and
- Registration with Goa State Pharmacy Council.
NHM Goa Dental Technician Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- Class 12 Pass; and
- Successful completion of Dental Technician Course.
Experience working in a Dental Clinic, Hospital or Laboratory is desirable.
NHM Goa IEC Supervisor Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation in Science; and
- Diploma in Computer Application or five-month Certificate Course in Computer Application from a recognised institution.
NHM Goa Counsellor Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Social Work, Sociology or Psychology; and
- Computer knowledge of MS Office.
NHM Goa ANM Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess SSCE along with either:
- One-and-a-half-year training course in Multipurpose Health Worker; or
- Two-year Auxiliary Nurse Midwife Training.
NHM Goa TB Health Visitor Qualification 2026
Candidates should possess any of the qualifications prescribed below:
- Graduation in Science; or
- 10+2 in Science with experience as MPW / LHV / ANM / Health Worker or a Certificate / higher course in Health Education / Counselling; or
- Recognised Tuberculosis Health Visitor course.
A minimum two-month Certificate Course in Computer Operation is also essential.
NHM Goa Lady Health Visitor Qualification 2026
Candidates must have served as an ANM with at least five years of experience.
NHM Goa Early Interventionist cum Special Educator Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India:
- B.Ed. / D.Ed. in Special Education in Mental Retardation;
- Diploma in Early Childhood Special Education in Mental Retardation;
- B.Ed. / D.Ed. in Special Education in Locomotor and Neurological Disorder; or
- PG Diploma in Special Education in Multiple Disabilities - Physical and Neurological.
NHM Goa Support Staff Qualification 2026
Candidates applying for Support Staff posts must possess:
- Middle Pass / Class 8 Pass; and
- Knowledge of Konkani.
A total of 14 Support Staff vacancies have been notified.
NHM Goa Age Limit 2026
The advertisement states that the age for all posts should preferably be:
| Particular | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Preferably not less than 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | Preferably not exceeding 40 Years |
NHM Goa Age Relaxation 2026
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PH | 10 Years |
Relaxation will be applicable according to instructions and orders issued by the Government from time to time.
NHM Goa 15-Year Residence Certificate Requirement 2026
A 15-year residence certificate is mandatory for applicants, subject to the exceptions mentioned in the advertisement.
Who Is Exempt from the 15-Year Residence Certificate?
- Children of State Government employees working outside the State are exempted from producing the 15-year residence certificate.
- A person whose marriage is registered in Goa with a person having 15 years' residence in Goa, provided both have been residing continuously in Goa for five years.
- Ex-servicemen / women and their spouse and children who have been residing in Goa for the last two years after discharge, release or retirement from the Armed Forces.
NHM Goa Language Requirement 2026
Knowledge of Konkani is essential for the recruitment.
Knowledge of Marathi is desirable.
Individual posts may also contain additional language requirements in their post-specific eligibility criteria.
NHM Goa Salary 2026
The consolidated monthly remuneration varies according to the post.
| Particular | Amount |
|---|---|
| Highest Monthly Remuneration | Rs. 1,00,000 - Specialist Cardiologist |
| Medical Officer | Rs. 65,000 |
| Block Entomologist | Rs. 40,000 |
| Clinical Psychologist / Audiologist / Consultant ARSH | Rs. 30,000 |
| Community Health Officer | Rs. 20,000 |
| Lowest Notified Remuneration | Rs. 8,000 - Part-time Dental Assistant |
NHM Goa Selection Process 2026
The advertisement does not prescribe a separate written examination pattern. It states that hard copies of the application and documents must be produced at the time of Interview and also refers to shortlisted candidates.
The recruitment process may therefore include the following stages as stated or indicated in the advertisement:
- Online Application
- Application Scrutiny / Shortlisting
- Interview
- Verification of Qualifications and Documents
- Background Checks
- Other Assessments considered necessary by NHM-Goa
- Final Contractual Engagement
Failure to produce necessary documents during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification.
NHM Goa Council Registration Requirement 2026
For posts where professional council registration is specifically prescribed, candidates must possess a valid registration certificate.
Applications without valid council registration will not be entertained for such posts.
This condition applies, as relevant, to posts requiring registration with bodies such as:
- Goa Medical Council
- Goa Nursing Council
- Goa State Pharmacy Council
- Rehabilitation Council of India
NHM Goa Contract Period 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Nature of Engagement | Purely Contractual |
| Contract Period | 1 Year |
The posts have been created under a National Health Programme and will not be regularised.
Will NHM Goa Contract Employees Get Permanent Jobs?
No. The notification clearly states that selected candidates will have no claim for future absorption in regular State Government service.
The posts are contractual positions under the National Health Programme and are not regular Government appointments.
NHM Goa Posting 2026
Selected candidates may be stationed in different parts of Goa according to programme requirements.
The vacancy tables include postings in locations such as:
- North Goa
- South Goa
- Panaji
- Margao
- GMC Bambolim
- North Goa District Hospital
- South Goa District Hospital
- UHC Panaji
- UHC Margao
- PHC Saligao
- CHC Curchorem
- CHC Sankhalim
- PHC Navelim
NHM-Goa reserves the right to modify the place of posting according to programme requirements.
How to Apply for NHM Goa Recruitment 2026
Candidates satisfying the prescribed post-wise eligibility criteria must submit the application online through the Google Form link provided in the official advertisement.
- Read the complete NHM Goa Recruitment 2026 advertisement.
- Check the post-wise educational qualification and experience requirement.
- Ensure that you satisfy the prescribed age conditions.
- Keep the required residence certificate ready.
- Ensure that you possess valid professional council registration wherever required.
- Keep educational qualification and experience certificates ready.
- Open the online application form provided by NHM Goa.
- Enter personal details correctly.
- Select the post for which you are eligible.
- Enter qualification and experience information.
- Provide other details required in the application form.
- Review the information carefully.
- Submit the online application on or before 18 September 2026.
- Keep a copy / record of the submitted application.
- Produce the hard copy of the application and required documents at the time of Interview.
Documents Required for NHM Goa Recruitment 2026
The advertisement requires candidates to produce the application and applicable documents at the Interview stage. Candidates should keep documents supporting every eligibility claim ready.
- Hard Copy of Online Application
- Date of Birth / Age Proof
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Marksheets
- Experience Certificates, where applicable
- 15-Year Goa Residence Certificate or applicable exemption proof
- SC / ST / OBC Certificate, where applicable
- PH Certificate, where applicable
- Goa Medical Council Registration, where applicable
- Goa Nursing Council Registration, where applicable
- Goa State Pharmacy Council Registration, where applicable
- Rehabilitation Council of India Registration, where applicable
- Driving Licence for posts where prescribed
- Computer Course Certificate, where required
- Other certificates required for the respective post
NHM Goa Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- The advertisement number is DHS/NHM-ADM/29/Staff-Recruitment/2026-27/1537.
- The advertisement is dated 26 August 2026.
- A total of 125 vacancies are available across the post entries listed in the notification.
- The posts are purely contractual.
- The contract period is one year.
- The highest number of vacancies is 45 for Community Health Officer.
- Support Staff has 14 vacancies.
- Pharmacist and Counsellor have 9 vacancies each.
- Medical Officer has 8 vacancies.
- The highest consolidated remuneration is Rs. 1,00,000 per month.
- The age should preferably be between 18 and 40 years.
- SC/ST candidates receive 5 years of age relaxation.
- OBC candidates receive 3 years of age relaxation.
- PH candidates receive 10 years of age relaxation.
- A 15-year Goa residence certificate is mandatory subject to specified exemptions.
- Knowledge of Konkani is essential.
- Knowledge of Marathi is desirable.
- Valid professional council registration is compulsory for posts where specifically prescribed.
- The selected candidate may be stationed in different parts of Goa.
- Selected candidates cannot claim regularisation or permanent Government employment.
- Hard copies of the application and documents must be produced at the time of Interview.
- Shortlisted candidates may undergo background checks and qualification verification.
- NHM-Goa may conduct other assessments where considered necessary.
- Failure to submit required documents can result in disqualification.
- NHM-Goa may modify the terms, conditions or place of posting according to programme requirements.
- The last date to apply online is 18 September 2026.
