WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment 2025; The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) is invites applications from eligible candidates for 528 posts of Medical Officer (Specialist) under a Special Drive for Reserved Categories (Second Cycle) in the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal. Candidates must have an MBBS degree with a recognized postgraduate qualification in the concerned speciality and be registered with the Medical Council of India or a State Medical Council. The online application process will be open from October 17, 2025 to November 28, 2025 through the official website www.hrb.wb.gov.in. For eligibility, age limit, salary and more details of this recruitment, please check the job description below.
WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment 2025 - Online Apply
- Organization Name: West Bengal Health Recruitment Board
- Advertisement No.: R/Medical Officer (Specialist) [Special Drive for Reserved Categories]/36/2025
- Post Name: Medical Officer (Specialist)
- Total Vacancy: 528
- Qualification: MBBS Degree
- Age Limit: 40 years
- Salary: Rs. 56,100/-
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Start Date: 17.10.2025
- Apply Last Date: 28.11.2025
- Official Website: www.hrb.wb.gov.in
Vacancy Details for WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment 2025
Medical Officer (Specialist) - 528
Category Wise Vacancy Details:-
- SC Category - 201
- ST Category - 87
- OBC 'A' Category - 125
- OBC 'B' Category - 79
- UR (PWD) Category - 36
Total Vacancies: 528
Eligibility Criteria for WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment
Educational Qualification:
Candidates applying for the post must possess an 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), along with a recognized postgraduate qualification in the relevant speciality. They must also be registered as Medical Practitioners with the Medical Council of India or any State Medical Council.
Additionally, those who are selected and appointed will be required to register their name with the West Bengal Medical Council within six months of joining the West Bengal Health Service.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025):
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- OBC (A & B): 3 years
- Doctors with Govt. service experience: up to 5 years (based on service period)
- PWD Candidates: up to 45 years
Pay Scale for WBHRB MO Recruitment 2025
- Basic Pay: Rs. 56,100/-
- Pay Matrix: Level-16 as per WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019
Application Fee for West Bengal HRB Recruitment
Candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 210/- (Rupees Two Hundred Ten only) through the GRIPS (Govt. Receipt Portal System) using the available banking options. No other payment modes such as money order, cheque, bank draft, or cash will be accepted. SC, ST candidates of West Bengal and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) are exempted from paying the fee, while candidates from OBC categories must pay the prescribed amount.
How to Apply for WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment 2025
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official website of the West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) at www.hrb.wb.gov.in. The online application link will remain active from 17th October 2025 to 28th November 2025 (2:00 PM). Candidates need to register themselves, fill in all required details, upload necessary documents such as educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
Important Documents for WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment 2025
Candidates must upload:
- MBBS and PG mark sheets (all years) & certificates
- Registration certificate (MCI/State)
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Caste/PWD certificate (if applicable)
- Passport photo, signature, DOB proof
All documents must be in legible PDF/JPEG format (max 2MB).
Selection Process for West Bengal HRB Recruitment
Selection for the post of Medical Officer (Specialist) under WBHRB will be made through direct recruitment on the basis of academic performance, work experience and interview of the candidate. Preference will be given to candidates with higher qualifications and relevant experience. If necessary, the Board may also decide to conduct written test or computer-based test (CBT) at any stage of the recruitment process for selection or preparation of the final merit list.
Important Dates for WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment 2025
- Date of Notification: 16.10.2025
- Start Date of Online Application: 17.10.2025
- Last Date of Online Application: 28.11.2025
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Apply Online Link
- Click Here: Official Website
WBHRB Medical Officer Recruitment 2025 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. How many vacancies are there?
- Answer: A total of 528 vacancies have been announced under this special drive for reserved categories.
Q2. What is the age limit?
- Answer: The maximum age is 40 years.
Q3. What is the salary for the Medical Officer (Specialist)?
- Answer: Selected candidates will receive a basic pay of Rs. 56,100/- per month
Q4. How can I apply?
- Answer: Applications can be submitted online only through the official website www.hrb.wb.gov.in.
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