WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 notification out: Apply for 1227 Posts

The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) has officially announced the recruitment of 1,227 General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) posts in the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen public healthcare services across the state by inducting qualified MBBS professionals into government service.

Key Dates

The official notification was released on 7th August 2025. The online application process will begin on 13th August 2025 at 10:00 AM and will remain open until 3rd September 2025, 2:00 PM. Candidates are encouraged to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Application Fee

• For all other categories: ₹210/-
• For SC/ST candidates of West Bengal and Persons with Disabilities: No fee
  The application fee can be paid online using debit cards, credit cards, or net banking.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Age Limit:

• Maximum age: 36 years
• Age relaxation will be provided as per government norms for reserved categories.

Educational Qualification:

• MBBS degree included in the First Schedule, Second Schedule, or Part-II of the Third Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956).
• Registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Council of India or any State Medical Council.
• Candidates selected for the post must register their name with the West Bengal Medical Council within six months of joining the West Bengal Health Service.

Vacancy and Pay Scale

• Post Name: General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO)
• Total Vacancies: 1,227
• Salary: Basic pay of ₹56,100/- in Pay Matrix Level-16 as per WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019, along with applicable allowances and benefits.

The GDMO will be responsible for providing essential healthcare services in state-run hospitals, primary health centres, and other healthcare institutions under the Department of Health & Family Welfare. Duties will include patient diagnosis, treatment, preventive healthcare initiatives, and assisting in public health programs.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on merit, taking into consideration the candidate’s academic qualifications, professional experience, and performance in the recruitment process as per WBHRB guidelines. The detailed selection procedure will be available on the official WBHRB portal.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official WBHRB portal.
2. Complete the registration process using valid personal and contact details.
3. Fill out the online application form carefully with academic and professional information.
4. Upload the required scanned documents, including your photograph, signature, and qualification certificates, in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
6. Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

The WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 offers an excellent opportunity for MBBS graduates to join the West Bengal government’s healthcare workforce. With 1,227 vacancies and an attractive pay scale, this recruitment drive is set to attract a large pool of applicants. Interested and eligible candidates should apply online between 13th August and 3rd September 2025 to be considered for this prestigious role in the state’s health service.

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