- The National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) is a key initiative by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare to strengthen urban health systems and ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for urban populations, with a focus on the urban poor and vulnerable groups.
- The Consultant will provide technical, managerial, and analytical support to the NUHM at the central level, collaborating closely with states and urban local bodies (ULBs).
- The role involves monitoring, capacity building, and coordination across national, state, and city levels to refine and implement NUHM strategies.
- The position requires periodic field visits across all parts of India to review program progress and provide on-ground support.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Any Post Graduate
Consultant – National Urban Health Mission
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
New Delhi (with mandatory field visits across India)
Apply Deadline
06 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) (MoHFW) |
| Job Category | Medical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Any Post Graduate (any-post-graduate) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹60,000 - ₹120,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | At least 2 years of post-qualification work experience in Health Systems Research or service delivery planning/implementation. |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Post-graduation or higher qualification in Public Health, Community Health, Preventive & Social Medicine, or Administration.
- At least 2 years of post-qualification work experience in Health Systems Research or in planning and implementation of service delivery.
- Computer proficiency with high-level familiarity with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web surfing for data/document retrieval.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including strong analytical and interpersonal abilities. Fluency in English is mandatory, and working knowledge of Hindi is desirable.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment and adapt to dynamic work settings.
- At least 2 years of post-qualification work experience in Health Systems Research or in planning and implementation of service delivery.
- Computer proficiency with high-level familiarity with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web surfing for data/document retrieval.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including strong analytical and interpersonal abilities. Fluency in English is mandatory, and working knowledge of Hindi is desirable.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment and adapt to dynamic work settings.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Online application submission via the NHSRC website (http://nhsrcindia.org).
- Written test (if applicable) with a minimum qualifying mark of 70%. If the number of qualifying candidates exceeds the vacancy, a 1:5 ratio will be adopted for shortlisting.
- Interview/assessment for final selection based on performance and suitability.
- Written test (if applicable) with a minimum qualifying mark of 70%. If the number of qualifying candidates exceeds the vacancy, a 1:5 ratio will be adopted for shortlisting.
- Interview/assessment for final selection based on performance and suitability.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Not explicitly stated in the notification. Applicants should refer to the official NHSRC website for detailed document requirements.
💳 Application Fee Details
Not specified in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Consultant position under the National Urban Health Mission?
The last date to submit applications for the Consultant position under the National Urban Health Mission is 06 October 2026.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applicants applying for this Consultant role?
The maximum age limit for applicants is 45 years as of the last date of application submission (06 October 2026).
Q.
What is the salary range for the Consultant position under the National Urban Health Mission?
The salary range for the Consultant position is Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,20,000 per month, with the fee adjusted based on qualification and experience.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
The notification does not specify an application fee for this recruitment.
Q.
What qualifications are required for the Consultant position?
Applicants must have a post-graduation or higher qualification in Public Health, Community Health, Preventive & Social Medicine, or Administration, along with at least 2 years of relevant work experience.