National Health Mission Jammu and Kashmir has released an official recruitment notice for Psychiatrist (Specialist) posts under the District Mental Health Programme. The recruitment is being conducted on a contractual basis to strengthen mental health services at the district level.
Eligible medical professionals with qualifications in Psychiatry can apply for NHM J&K Recruitment 2026. A total of 15 vacancies are available across Kashmir and Jammu divisions. Candidates must ensure they meet the prescribed eligibility conditions before submitting their documents.
Overview of NHM J&K Recruitment 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Health Mission, J&K |
| Advt No. | DIP/J-3628-P |
| Post Name | Psychiatrist (Specialist) |
| No. of Posts | 15 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Contractual |
| Job Location | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process | Merit Based and Viva-Voce |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, age limit, qualifications, and selection criteria.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates related to NHM J&K Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 05 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Documents | 26 February 2026 |
Vacancy Details of NHM J&K Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Psychiatrist (Specialist) | 15 |
Division-wise distribution of vacancies is given below.
| Division | Districts | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Kashmir Division | Pulwama, Bandipora, Shopian, Anantnag, Baramulla | 05 |
| Jammu Division | Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Reasi, Udhampur, Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Rajouri, Poonch | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria of NHM J&K Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Psychiatrist (Specialist) | MBBS with MD or DNB in Psychiatry or equivalent degree recognised by NMC | Up to 65 Years |
Candidates must be residents of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. All medical qualifications must be recognised by the National Medical Commission or J&K State Medical Council.
Remuneration
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 85,000 per month.
Selection Process
Selection will be done based on merit and Viva-Voce. The marking system is as follows.
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| MBBS Qualification | 60 Marks |
| PG Diploma | 10 Marks |
| PG Degree | 20 Marks |
| Viva-Voce | 20 Marks |
Marks for MBBS will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.
Terms and Conditions
The appointment is purely on a contractual basis. The initial contract will be valid up to 31st March of the financial year in which the selection is made. Extension of the contract will depend on satisfactory performance and approval from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
Preference will be given to candidates from the concerned district. District-wise merit lists will be prepared. If eligible candidates are not available in a district, divisional merit will be considered. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease as per requirement.
Submission Particulars
Applicants must submit complete documents including Date of Birth certificate, Domicile certificate, MBBS and PG mark sheets, and registration certificates verified by the National Medical Commission or J&K State Medical Council.
The last date for submission of complete documentation is 26 February 2026. Applications received after the due date will not be entertained. Candidates are advised to visit the official NHM J&K portal for application forms and office addresses in Srinagar and Jammu.
NHM J&K Official Notification Details
Official Website: https://jknhm.jk.gov.in
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