Introduction
Over two thousand nursing jobs rarely open up at once in any single state health department, which is exactly why this recruitment deserves your immediate attention.
The Office of the Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), Assam has issued an advertisement dated 29 July 2026 inviting online applications for 2204 Staff Nurse posts on a contractual basis, to be filled in mission mode across all five zones of the state. If you hold a GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification and are registered with the Assam Nurses’, Midwives’ and Health Visitors’ Council, this is one of the largest nursing hiring drives the state has seen in recent years. This detailed guide on NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 covers everything from eligibility to the final apply link.
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NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 – Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | National Health Mission (NHM), Assam |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse |
| Total Posts | 2204 |
| Advertisement No. | NHM-31013(11)/5/2025-HRD-NHM (ECF: 678091) |
| Nature of Job | Contractual, mission mode |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹20,000 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 August 2026, till 11:59 PM |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Job Location | Across five zones of Assam (zone preference allowed) |
Candidates preparing for this recruitment can also check other ongoing government job openings currently accepting applications, or explore our Career Guidance section for application tips before they begin filling the form.
Educational Qualification
One of the most important eligibility conditions in NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 is the mandatory nursing council registration, alongside the core academic qualification. A candidate must hold a B.Sc Nursing or GNM course passed from any nursing school or institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, and must additionally be registered with the Assam Nurses’, Midwives’ and Health Visitors’ Council.
In simple terms: a GNM or B.Sc Nursing degree alone is not enough — your registration with the state nursing council must already be in place at the time of applying. This is stated as a firm requirement in the advertisement, not an optional credential, so if your course is complete but your registration is still pending, it is worth completing that step first rather than risking rejection later in the process.
Zone-Wise Vacancy Details
The vacancy distribution for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 across categories is given below.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Open Category (UR) | 1701 |
| OBC / MOBC | 44 |
| ST (Plain) | 0 |
| ST (Hills) | 80 |
| SC | 209 |
| Tea Tribes | 170 |
| Total | 2204 |
Reservation for the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community is applied under the OBC category. Horizontal reservation for Persons with Disabilities, Women, and Ex-Servicemen will be applied as per standard government norms, carved out from within the categories above rather than added on top of them. The advertisement also notes that the number of vacancies may vary at the time of actual recruitment.
Age Limit
Age calculation for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 follows standard government relaxation norms, with the upper age limit set at 40 years as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Open Category (UR) | 40 years |
| OBC / MOBC | 43 years |
| SC / ST (Plain) / ST (Hills) | 45 years |
| PWD | 50 years |
Your age will be calculated strictly from your Matriculation or HSLC admit card or pass certificate — no other document will be accepted as proof of age. If you’re close to any of these limits, it’s worth working out your exact age as on 1 January 2026 before you begin the form, since even a discrepancy of a few days can affect eligibility.
Zone-Wise Districts
| Zone | Districts |
|---|---|
| Barak Valley | Cachar, Hailakandi, Sribhumi (Karimganj) |
| Central Assam | Morigaon, Nagaon, Hojai |
| Lower Assam | Bajali, Baksa, Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Nalbari, Kamrup (M), Kamrup, Kokrajhar, South Salmara, Tamulpur |
| North Assam | Biswanath, Darrang, Sonitpur, Udalguri |
| Upper Assam | Charaideo, Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Golaghat, Jorhat, Lakhimpur, Majuli, Sivasagar, Tinsukia |
Selection Process
The advertisement does not specify a written test or interview format at this stage. As with most government hiring drives, NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 will follow a transparent, notification-based shortlisting process, with the list of provisionally shortlisted candidates and detailed terms and conditions to be published later on the official website of the Directorate of National Health Mission, Assam.
Important: No separate individual call letter will be issued for any interview or selection test, so candidates must keep checking the official website regularly after submitting their application.
Who Should Apply
Before applying for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026, review the eligibility points below:
- Have already completed a GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification and hold a valid registration with the Assam Nurses’, Midwives’ and Health Visitors’ Council
- Fall within the prescribed age limit as on 1 January 2026 for their respective category
- Are open to a contractual engagement rather than a permanent government post, since this is mission-mode hiring
- Are willing to work in any of the five zones, or have a clear zone preference they can indicate at the time of application
If you are still awaiting your council registration, it may be worth completing that formality first, since the advertisement treats it as a mandatory requirement rather than something that can be submitted later.
How to Apply for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026
- Open the application link given in the Important Links section below.
- Register with your basic personal details and note down the login credentials generated.
- Log in and fill in your personal, academic, and nursing council registration details.
- Select your preferred zone from the five zones listed above.
- Upload scanned copies of your supporting documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format and size.
- Recheck every entry carefully, then submit the form and save a copy of the submitted application for your records.
Documents to Keep Ready (Scanned Copies)
- HSLC admit card or pass certificate (proof of age)
- GNM or B.Sc Nursing marksheet and pass certificate
- Registration certificate from the Assam Nurses’, Midwives’ and Health Visitors’ Council
- Caste certificate, if claiming reservation
- PWD or Ex-Serviceman certificate, where applicable
- Experience certificate, if any
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Before applying to NHM Assam Recruitment 2026, keep the following common mistakes in mind:
- Applying without completing council registration — this is a stated eligibility condition, not a formality to finish later.
- Uploading documents in the wrong format or size — the portal has prescribed formats, and mismatched files can cause rejection at the review stage.
- Submitting without a final review — the advertisement clearly states that no correction will be entertained once the form is submitted, so this is not the recruitment to rush through.
- Leaving the application to the last day — with over two thousand posts expected to draw heavy interest, the portal may see high traffic close to 15 August.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 August 2026, till 11:59 PM |
| Shortlisting | To be notified |
| Selection Test | To be notified |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs on NHM Assam Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are there in NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
There are 2204 Staff Nurse vacancies in total — 1701 under the open category, 209 for SC, 170 for Tea Tribes, 80 for ST (Hills), and 44 for OBC/MOBC candidates.
What is the last date to apply for NHM Assam Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
The online application window is open from 1 August 2026 to 15 August 2026, till 11:59 PM.
What is the salary of a Staff Nurse under NHM Assam?
The post carries a consolidated remuneration of ₹20,000 per month on a contractual basis, in mission mode.
Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No. The advertisement states that no fee is required from any category of candidate.
What is the age limit for NHM Assam Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit is 40 years as on 1 January 2026, relaxed to 43 years for OBC/MOBC, 45 years for SC, ST (Plain) and ST (Hills), and 50 years for PWD candidates.
What qualification is required for the Staff Nurse post?
A B.Sc Nursing or GNM course from an institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council, along with registration under the Assam Nurses’, Midwives’ and Health Visitors’ Council.
How will candidates be informed about the selection process?
The selection process and the list of provisionally shortlisted candidates will be published on the official NHM Assam website. No individual call letters will be sent.
We will keep updating this NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 page as soon as any new information is released by the department.
Disclaimer: The above details are based on the official advertisement dated 29 July 2026 issued by NHM, Assam. Candidates are advised to cross-check all information, including dates and eligibility, on the official website before applying.
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