Overview
The District Health and Family Welfare Office (DHFWO) Dharwad has issued the official recruitment notification for 2026, inviting online applications from eligible candidates for 14 vacancies across multiple paramedical and nursing positions. The available posts include Staff Nurse, Junior Laboratory Technical Officer, and Pharmacy Officer among others. Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official district website, dharwad.nic.in, until 05-08-2026.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | District Health and Family Welfare Office, Dharwad |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse, Junior Laboratory Technical Officer, Pharmacy Officer & others |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://dharwad.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | Already Active |
| Last Date to Apply | 05-08-2026 |
| Exam Date | TBA (to be announced) |
| Result Date | TBA (to be announced) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Staff Nurse: B.Sc Nursing / GNM from a recognized university or institution, with registration with the Karnataka Nursing Council.
- Junior Laboratory Technical Officer: Diploma/Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT/BMLT) from a recognized institution.
- Pharmacy Officer: B.Pharma or D.Pharma from a recognized university, with registration with the Karnataka Pharmacy Council.
- For remaining posts, candidates must possess the qualification prescribed in the official notification. Refer to the notification PDF for post-wise details.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years (relaxation applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/Cat-1 and other reserved categories)
- Age relaxation for ex-servicemen and persons with disability will apply as per Karnataka Government rules.
Application Fees
- General/OBC Candidates: As per the official notification (payment via online gateway)
- SC/ST/Cat-1/PH Candidates: Fee exemption or concessional rate as applicable
- Fee must be paid online through the payment portal on the official website; no offline payment accepted.
Selection Process
- Written Examination: A competitive written test will be conducted to shortlist candidates, covering subjects relevant to the applied post (nursing, pharmacy, and laboratory techniques).
- Document Verification: Candidates who clear the written test will be called for verification of original certificates, testimonials, and caste/income certificates.
- Merit List / Final Selection: Final selection will be based on the performance in the written exam combined with valid document verification. The final merit list will be published on the official website.
How to Apply
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to https://dharwad.nic.in and click on the "Recruitment" or "What's New" section to find the DHFWO Dharwad Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Register Online: Click on "Apply Online" and complete your one-time registration using a valid mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
- Fill the Application Form: Log in and carefully fill in all personal, educational, and category details. Double-check spellings and dates before submission.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates in the specified size and format.
- Pay the Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
- Submit and Print: After successful submission, take a printout of the final application form and keep it safe for future reference (document verification stage).
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| Notification PDF | Visit Official Website |
| Apply Online | Visit Official Website |
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for DHFWO Dharwad Recruitment 2026?
The online application process will remain open until 05-08-2026. Ensure you complete the submission before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.