The State Health Society, Bihar (SHSB) has released a major recruitment notification for AYUSH Medical Officers under the National Health Mission (NHM) for the year 2025. This drive aims to strengthen primary healthcare services across the state by appointing qualified BAMS (Ayurvedic), BHMS (Homeopathic), and BUMS (Unani) doctors in health facilities such as PHCs, CHCs, and APHCs under the RBSK (Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram).
With 2619 total vacancies, this recruitment offers a significant opportunity for AYUSH practitioners to serve in government health facilities on a contract basis with a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹32,000.
Total Vacancies & Post-wise Breakdown
A total of 2619 posts have been announced under three categories:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| AYUSH Medical Officer (Ayurvedic) | 1411 |
| AYUSH Medical Officer (Homeopathic) | 706 |
| AYUSH Medical Officer (Unani) | 502 |
These vacancies are distributed across multiple categories including UR, EWS, SC, ST, EBC, BC, and WBC (Women of Backward Classes), as per Bihar government reservation norms.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for these posts must meet the following requirements:
1. Educational Qualification:
- For Ayurvedic MO: BAMS degree from a recognized university and registration with the Bihar State Ayurvedic Council.
- For Homeopathic MO: BHMS degree from a recognized university and registration with the Bihar State Homeopathic Council.
- For Unani MO: BUMS degree from a recognized university and registration with the Bihar State Unani Council.
Note: Completion of compulsory rotatory internship and a valid registration certificate are mandatory.
2. Age Limit (as on 01.08.2024):
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS (Male) | 37 years |
| UR / EWS (Female) | 40 years |
| BC / EBC (Male & Female) | 40 years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 42 years |
| PwD and departmental candidates | Additional relaxation as per rules |
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply online only through the official website of the State Health Society, Bihar:
🔗 Website: https://shs.bihar.gov.in
Important Dates:
- Online Application Start: 26 May 2025 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2025 (6:00 PM)
- Cutoff Date for Age & Eligibility: 01 August 2024
Candidates are advised to read the Terms of Reference (ToR) and detailed guidelines available on the SHSB website before applying.
Salary and Contract Nature
Selected candidates will be appointed on a contractual basis with a fixed monthly remuneration of ₹32,000. The contract period and renewal terms will be governed by NHM guidelines.
📘 Syllabus for Bihar AYUSH MO 2025
The examination is designed to assess both the technical knowledge in the respective AYUSH disciplines and the general aptitude of the candidates.
1. AYUSH Subject Knowledge (100 Marks)
This section evaluates the candidate’s expertise in their respective field—Ayurveda (BAMS), Homeopathy (BHMS), or Unani (BUMS). Key topics include:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- General Body Systems
- Functionality of Different Systems
- Pharmacology – AYUSH Medicines
- Drug Formulations and Usage
- Common Diseases and Treatments
- Materia Medica
- Practice of Medicine
2. General Knowledge & Current Affairs
This section assesses the candidate’s awareness of current events and general knowledge:
- Important Days
- Indian History
- Books and Authors
- Indian National Movement
- Awards and Honors
- Budget and Five-Year Plans
- General Polity
- Current Affairs – National & International
- Indian Economy
- Capitals of India
- International & National Organizations
- Science – Inventions & Discoveries
- Static Awareness
- Financial Awareness
3. Logical Reasoning & Aptitude
This section tests logical thinking and numerical ability:
- Puzzles
- Seating Arrangement
- Inequalities
- Direction Test
- Blood Relation
- Syllogism
- Input-Output
- Data Sufficiency
- Analogy
- Coding-Decoding
- Ranking
- Alphanumeric Series
📝 Exam Pattern
- Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2–3 hours
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
✅ Selection Process
The selection process for the Bihar AYUSH MO Recruitment 2025 comprises the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Candidates must appear for a CBT that assesses their subject knowledge and general aptitude.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from the CBT will be called for document verification to confirm their eligibility and qualifications.
- Final Merit List: Based on the CBT performance and successful document verification, a final merit list will be prepared for appointment.
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
This recruitment is a rare and excellent opportunity for AYUSH doctors to:
- Gain government sector experience
- Contribute to public healthcare under RBSK
- Secure a stable, salaried position in their field of specialization
Conclusion
If you are a qualified BAMS, BHMS, or BUMS doctor looking for a government opportunity in Bihar, this recruitment is a must-apply. With over 2600 vacancies, a decent salary, and the chance to serve under the National Health Mission, this notification is a golden opportunity to begin or boost your professional journey in public healthcare.
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