SHS Bihar Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the State Health Society, Bihar, offering a fantastic opportunity for medical professionals. Under Advertisement No. 01/2026, the department is inviting online applications to fill 256 contractual vacancies for various specialist posts like Ophthalmologist, Psychiatrist, Dermatologist, ENT Surgeon, and Anaesthetist under the National Health Mission. The best part about this recruitment is that the selection is based on merit (academic marks) rather than a written exam. Eligible candidates can start applying from January 14, 2026, to secure a high-paying government job in Bihar.
SHS Bihar Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026: Overview
Criteria
Details
Recruitment Body
State Health Society (SHS), Bihar
Post Name
Specialist Doctors (Various Departments)
Advertisement No.
01/2026
Total Vacancies
256 Posts
Job Location
Bihar (Various Districts)
Application Mode
Online
Official Website
shs.bihar.gov.in
SHS Bihar Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
January 2026
Application Start Date
14/01/2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date For Registration
03/02/2026 (06:00 PM)
Last Date For Fee Payment
03/02/2026
Counseling/Document Verification Date
2nd Week of February 2026 (Tentative)
Merit List Release Date
To be notified after counseling
Application Fee
Category
Fee Details
General / OBC / EWS
As per official portal instructions (Not specified in text)
SC / ST / PH
As per official portal instructions
Payment Mode
Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card)
Note
Please check the payment dashboard after logging in for the exact amount.
Age Limit Details (As on 01/01/2026)
Category
Age Criteria
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age (UR/EWS – Male)
37 Years
Maximum Age (UR/EWS – Female)
40 Years
Maximum Age (BC/EBC – Male & Female)
40 Years
Maximum Age (SC/ST – Male & Female)
42 Years
Age Relaxation
10 Years for Divyang (PH) candidates. 5 Years for Departmental employees.
SHS Bihar Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Qualification Overview
Ophthalmologist
20
MS in Ophthalmology / DNB / Diploma (DOMS/DO)
Psychiatrist
32
MD in Psychiatry / DNB / Diploma in Psychiatry
Dermatologist
35
MD in Dermatology / DNB / Diploma (DVD)
ENT Surgeon
37
MS in ENT / DNB / Diploma (DLO)
Anaesthetist
132
MD in Anaesthesia / DNB / Diploma (DA)
Total Vacancies
256
SHS Bihar Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Requirement
Details
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold an MD, MS, DNB, or Diploma in the relevant specialization from a recognized University/Institute.
Registration
Must be registered with the Bihar Council of Medical Registration (BCMR), Patna, OR Medical Council of India (MCI) / National Medical Commission (NMC) before joining.
Experience
Freshers with the required degree/diploma are eligible.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Ophthalmologist
Psychiatrist
Dermatologist
ENT Surgeon
Anaesthetist
UR (Unreserved)
8
9
13
14
47
EWS
2
3
3
3
12
SC
6
6
6
6
24
ST
1
1
1
1
2
EBC
1
7
7
7
25
BC
1
5
4
5
18
WBC (Women BC)
1
1
1
1
4
Total
20
32
35
37
132
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Description
Photographs
5 copies of the recent passport-size photo uploaded in the application (White background, no glasses/caps).
ID Proof
Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport.
Age Proof
10th (Matriculation) Certificate/Marksheet.
Educational Docs
Marksheets and Certificates of MBBS and PG Degree/Diploma (All years/semesters).
Registration
Permanent Registration Certificate from BCMR/MCI/NMC.
Reservation Docs
Caste Certificate, Domicile Certificate, NCL Certificate (if applicable), EWS Certificate.
Application Copy
Printout of the filled Online Application Form.
SHS Bihar Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Stage
Description
Basis of Selection
Merit-based (No Written Exam).
Merit Calculation (MBBS)
Percentage of marks in MBBS $\times$ 0.60 (Max 60 marks).
Merit Calculation (PG)
MD/MS/DNB gets flat 40 marks OR Diploma gets flat 30 marks.
Total Score
Out of 100 Marks.
Counselling
Verification of original documents and final district allocation.
SHS Bihar Specialist Doctor Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post / Qualification
Monthly Honorarium (Salary)
MD / MS / DNB (Clinical)
Rs. 1,00,000/- per month (Posting at District HQ).
Diploma Holders (Clinical)
Rs. 90,000/- per month (Posting at District HQ).
Anaesthetist (MD/MS/DNB)
Rs. 1,20,000/- per month (Posting other than District HQ).
Anaesthetist (MD/MS/DNB)
Rs. 1,00,000/- per month (Posting at District HQ).
Anaesthetist (Diploma)
Rs. 90,000/- per month (Any posting place).
How to Apply for SHS Bihar Recruitment 2026
Step
Instruction
Step 1
Visit the official website: shs.bihar.gov.in.
Step 2
Navigate to “Human Resource” > “Advertisement”.
Step 3
Click on the link for “Advertisement No. 01/2026 Specialist Doctor”.
Step 4
Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number (Ensure these remain active).
Step 5
Fill in the application form carefully with personal and educational details.
Step 6
Upload scanned recent color photograph (white background) and signature in jpg/jpeg/png format.
Step 7
Submit the form and print a copy of the final application for document verification.
