UP NHM CHO Apply Online 2024 For 5582 Posts, Application Form Link

UP NHM CHO Apply Online 2024

The Uttar Pradesh National Health Mission (NHM) has activated the UP NHM CHO Apply Online link for the year 2024. Interested and eligible candidates, can submit their application online on the official website at upnrhm.gov.in. The application process has been started from January 29, 2024, at 11:00 am. The Uttar Pradesh National Health Mission aims to fill 5582 positions for Community Health Officers (CHO) through a process called Document Verification under the National Health Mission in Uttar Pradesh. This recruitment drive is part of a program linked to the Ayushman Bharat Scheme by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates can apply online through the direct link provided in the article.

UP NHM CHO Apply Online 2024 – Overview

The Uttar Pradesh National Health Mission (UP NHM) is hiring for the position of Community Health Officer (CHO), with 5582 vacancies in Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment is advertised under UP NHM CHO Recruitment 2024. Candidates can find more information and apply on the official website upnrhm.gov.in. This is a great opportunity for those interested in contributing to healthcare in Uttar Pradesh.

Particulars	Details
Recruitment Organization	Uttar Pradesh National Health Mission (UP NHM)
Post Name	Community Health Officer (CHO)
Advt No.	UP NHM CHO Recruitment 2024
Vacancies	5582
Job Location	Uttar Pradesh (UP)
Category	UP NHM Notification 2024
Official Website	upnrhm.gov.in

Download UP NHM Community Health Officers Notification PDF

To access detailed information about the UP NHM Community Health Officers recruitment, including eligibility criteria and application procedures, interested candidates can download the official notification PDF. Released on January 25, 2024, the notification provides key dates, such as the application registration starting on January 29, 2024, and the deadline on February 7, 2024. The link to download the PDF is provided below, facilitating easy access to essential details for potential applicants.

UP NHM CHO Application Form 2024 – Important Dates

The Uttar Pradesh National Health Mission (UP NHM) has recently released a notification for the recruitment of 5582 Community Health Officers (CHO) in Uttar Pradesh. This opportunity is a part of the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, initiated by the Government of UP. The application process has been started from January 29, 2024, and interested candidates can apply online until February 7, 2024. This recruitment aims to enhance healthcare services, and the results will be announced at a later date.

Event	Date
UP NHM CHO Notification Release	25 January 2024
Application Registration Start Date	29 January 2024
Last Date To Apply Online	7 February 2024
Result Date	To Be Notified Later

UP NHM CHO Apply Online 2024 Link

The UP National Health Mission has activated the application form link for Community Health Officers on January 29, 2024. Eligible candidates can apply for the 5582 vacancies until the closing date on February 7, 2024. The link for the application form and to apply online is provided below for easy access.

UP NHM CHO Vacancy 2024

The UP NHM recruitment brings opportunities for various categories with specified reservations. Among the 5582 total vacancies, Vertical Reservations include seats for UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST candidates. Additionally, Horizontal Reservations cater to Women, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Dependents of Freedom Fighters, ensuring inclusive participation in the healthcare initiative.

Vertical Reservation	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
Vacancies	2233	558	1508	1172	111	5582

Horizontal Reservation	Women	PwD	Ex-Servicemen	Dependent of Freedom Fighter
Vacancies	1116	223	279	111

UP NHM CHO Eligibility Criteria 2024

To qualify for the UP NHM CHO position in 2024, candidates should have completed B.Sc. (Nursing) with integrated certification in Community Health. The age limit is 21-40 years, and registration in UP Nurses & Midwives Council is mandatory. Applicants with registrations in other State’s Nursing Council are eligible, with a requirement to submit the UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration within 90 days of joining.

UP NHM CHO Age Limit

The UP NHM recruitment sets an age limit of 21-40 years for Community Health Officer positions. Applicants must note that their recorded birthdate in Matriculation/Secondary Exam Certificate will be strictly considered.

• Age Limit: 21-40 years as of the last date for online application submission.
• Important Note: The candidate’s Date of Birth, as mentioned in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate or an equivalent, will be considered by NHM, UP for age verification. No requests for changing the recorded birthdate will be entertained thereafter.

Category	Relaxation
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC, ST	5 Years
Persons with Disabilities	15 Years
Emergency Commissioned Officers, Short Service Commissioned Officers, Ex-Army Personnel of U.P.	3 Years + Period of service in Army
Multiple Category Relaxation	Entitled to only one concession (whichever is more beneficial)

UP NHM CHO Educational Qualification

Applicants for UP NHM’s Community Health Officer position should have completed B.Sc. (Nursing) with a Certificate in Community Health. Registration in UP Nurses & Midwives Council is required. Additional details provided below.

Qualification Criteria	Details
Educational Requirement	Candidates must have completed B.Sc. (Nursing) with an integrated curriculum of Certificate in Community Health for Nurses (CCHN) OR Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) course with an integrated curriculum of Certificate in Community Health for Nurses (CCHN) from a recognized Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council Institute or University. Eligibility is applicable for academic year 2020 onwards, specifically for those who underwent the 4th year B.Sc. Nursing and 2nd year Post B.Sc. Nursing in 2019-20 or later, passing the course successfully.
Registration Requirement	Candidates must be registered in UP Nurses & Midwives Council. However, those with registration in other State’s Nursing Council as Nurse and Midwife are also eligible, subject to submitting the UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration certificate within 90 days of provisional joining at the District. Candidates without UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration but with registration in another State’s Nursing Council must submit a Rs. 100/- affidavit on Non-Judicial stamp paper both at the time of DVP and joining, pledging to submit the UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration within 90 days of joining.
Ineligibility	Candidates currently working as a CHO in Uttar Pradesh are not eligible to apply.

Provisional Joining and Continuation:

Candidates without UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration but having other State’s Nursing Council registration will join provisionally. After submitting the UP Nurses & Midwives Council registration certificate to the concerned DHS, their joining will be confirmed as CHO from the day of provisional joining. Failure to provide the registration certificate within 90 days of provisional joining will lead to cancellation of candidature. A service termination notice will be issued, and the candidate must deposit the full amount of the surety bond (Rs. 2.50 Lakh) to DHS.

Process To Apply Online For UP National Health Mission Community Health Officers

• Application Process:

1. Check Qualifications
   • Refer to the UP NHM CHO Recruitment 2024 Notification PDF to verify eligibility.
2. Apply Online
   • Click on the “Apply Online” link provided or visit www.upnrhm.gov.in.
3. Fill Application Form
   • Complete the online application form with accurate details.
4. Upload Documents
   • Attach the necessary documents as per the specified requirements.
5. Review Application
   • Review the filled application for accuracy.
6. Print Application Form
   • Print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

• Submit applications in English only; no other modes will be accepted.
• Take care to provide correct details; any errors are the candidate’s responsibility.
• Enter Name, Father’s Name, and Date of Birth as in the Matriculation certificate. For name changes, specify the changed name online, with supporting legal documents during Document Verification (DV).
• Communication Details:
  • Maintain a valid personal email ID and active mobile number throughout the recruitment process.
  • Regularly check email, text messages, and the NHM, UP website for updates.
  • Do not share email ID or password with others.
  • Call letters for DVP will not be sent by post.
• Important Advisories:
  • Candidates found provisionally eligible will bear the expenses for Document Verification (DVP).
  • Check the UP NHM Portal (upnrhm.gov.in) for notifications and updates.
  • Take a printout of the successfully submitted application form for future reference.
• Important Notes:
  • Only online submission is accepted.
  • Submit a Surety Bond of Rs. 2.5 lakh (non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100/-) after successful completion of DVP at the time of joining.
  • All disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of Lucknow.
  • For queries, candidates may call the Help Line No 104 (10.00 AM to 05.00 PM on working days).

UP NHM Community Health Officers Application Fee

No application fee is required for the UP NHM CHO recruitment. Candidates can submit their applications without any charge, making the process accessible to all eligible applicants.

Application Fee	NIL
Fee Status	No charge for application submission

UP NHM Community Health Officers Selection Process 2024

The UP NHM CHO Recruitment 2024 involves the following steps:

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be selected based on their academic records.
2. Document Verification: Selected candidates will undergo a verification process for their submitted documents.
3. Medical Examination: Successful candidates from the document verification stage will proceed to a medical examination.

Selection for the CHO position will be solely based on merit, considering the percentage of marks achieved in High School, Intermediate, and the theory/practical components of all years of B.Sc. (Nursing)/Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing) examinations. Additionally, COVID experience will be given a weightage of 85 marks for High School, Intermediate, and all years of integrated CCHN B.Sc. Nursing/PB B.Sc. Nursing, along with 15 marks for COVID experience.

Criteria	Weightage	Calculation
For 10th	17%	Percentage of Marks obtained in 10th
For 12th	17%	Percentage of Marks obtained in 12th
Aggregate of integrated CCHN B.Sc./PB B.Sc. Nursing	51%	Percentage of Marks obtained in all Years of integrated CCHN B.Sc. Nursing/PB B.Sc. Nursing
Sample Calculation for CGPA of CBSE Board	–	–
CGPA	–	7.6
Formula	–	CGPA * 9.5
Example	–	7.6 * 9.5 = 72.2%
Calculation for Weightage (17%)	–	(72.2 * 17)/100 = 12.27

Note: If no formula is given for percentage calculation in the mark sheet and a marks range is provided, the average of the range will be considered. For instance, if the range for an A+ Grade is 80%-90%, the percentage will be calculated based on the average, i.e., 85%.

Criteria	Maximum Weightage	Scoring Matrix
Marks obtained in 10th Class	17%	17% of Marks obtained in 10th * 17/100
Marks obtained in 12th Class	17%	17% of Marks obtained in 12th * 17/100
Marks obtained in all Years of Integrated CCHN B.Sc. Nursing/PB B.Sc. Nursing	51%	51% of Marks obtained in all Years of integrated CCHN B.Sc. Nursing/PB B.Sc. Nursing * 51/100

UP NHM CHO COVID Experience Weightage Criteria

• COVID Experience Weightage Criteria:
• Candidates engaged in COVID Management as outsourced/temporary HR/contractual roles in Public Health facilities or under the Department of Medical Health and Medical Education in Uttar Pradesh will receive additional marks based on their active engagement:

Criteria	Additional Marks
Completing six months (cumulative)	5
Completing one year (cumulative)	10
Completing one year and six months (cumulative)	15

• Availing COVID Experience Certificate:
• Candidates with a QR-based COVID experience Certificate from previous NHM, UP advertisements need not reapply. Upload the existing QR certificate during online application submission.
• Candidates without a QR-based COVID experience Certificate should apply at least 7 days before the online application deadline at the Chief Medical Officer’s (CMO) office of the concerned District. Obtain the certificate on time, as NHM, UP is not responsible for delays.
• Certificate Details:
• QR-based COVID experience certificates on the prescribed proforma (provided below) will be considered valid.
• Obtaining the certificate through wrongful means will lead to candidature cancellation.
• Candidates registered on the Attendance Management System App of NHM, UP, during the Covid-19 period by March 31, 2022, or under State Disaster Response Fund/others, will have COVID experience counted till March 31, 2022.

UP NHM CHO Document Verification Process

Candidates chosen for the Document Verification Process (DVP) will receive specific details, including the date, time, and venue, through their registered email/Mobile Number. It’s crucial to note that requests for changing the DVP date won’t be accommodated.

• Notification of DVP details sent via email/Mobile.
• No flexibility for changing the DVP date.
• Candidates invited in a 1:10 ratio to the total vacancies.
• During the DVP, candidates must present original documents along with photocopies.
• Failure to produce the required documents at the time of DVP will result in the cancellation of the candidate’s candidature.

UP NHM CHO Salary

Upon successful selection, Community Health Officers (CHOs) will be appointed on a contractual basis at sub-center level Health and Wellness Centers (HWCs). They will receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 20,500 and a Performance-Based Incentive (PBI) of up to Rs. 15,000.

Aspect	Details
Monthly Honorarium	Rs. 20,500
Performance-Based Incentive (PBI)	Up to Rs. 15,000 per month
Surety Bond Amount	Rs. 2.50 Lakh on Non-Judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100/-
Bond Submission Requirement	Must be submitted by the candidate at the time of joining as CHO
Bond Duration	Serve for a minimum of 03 years at Sub Health Centre level HWC in Uttar Pradesh
Additional Note	Guidelines issued by the Government of India will determine the eligibility and conditions for PBI.

UP NHM CHO Apply Online 2024 – FAQs