The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) has officially released the WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 Notification on 8 August 2025, announcing 1,227 vacancies for General Duty Medical Officers (GDMO) under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, West Bengal.
The online registration process for this recruitment started on 13th August 2025. All eligible medical graduates are advised to apply before the last date i.e, 3rd September 2025. This is a great opportunity for doctors to get a secure government job and serve in the state’s healthcare system. Candidates can check the eligibility, selection process, application dates, and direct apply link in the detailed notification given below.
The last date to apply online for the WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 is 3rd September till 2 PM.
WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025
The WBHRB GDMO Notification 2025 has been released on the official website. It contains all the important details about the General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) recruitment, such as eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, salary, age limit, and required qualifications.
Candidates should read the notification carefully to ensure they meet the requirements before applying. For convenience, we’ve provided the direct link to download the official PDF below—check it and start your journey in West Bengal’s healthcare sector.
WBHRB GDMO 2025 Recruitment Overview
The WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 process involves multiple stages to ensure the selection of eligible and qualified candidates. The selection process includes a written examination, followed by an interview, document verification, and medical examination.
| WBHRB GDMO Recruitment: Quick Overview | |
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) |
| Post Name | General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) |
| Department | Department of Health and Family Welfare |
| Vacancy | 1227 |
| Registration Dates | 13th August to 3rd September 2025 |
| Educational Qualifications | MBBS |
| Upper Age Limit | 36 years |
| Salary | Rs. 56100 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam → Interview → Document Verification and Medical |
| Official website | www.hrb.wb.gov.in |
West Bengal GDMO Important Dates 2025
The WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 notification was released on 8th August, with the full schedule announced. Candidates should apply within the deadline to avoid last-minute issues. Exam dates will be announced soon on the official website.
| WBHRB GDMO Important Dates | |
| WBHRB GDMO Notification | 8th August 2025 |
| Online Application Begins | 13th August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 3rd September 2025 |
| WBHRB GDMO Exam Date | To Be Announced |
WBHRB GDMO 2025 Vacancy Breakup: Category-wise Seats
The WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 offers 1,227 vacancies across categories, including SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PWD. The category-wise vacancy breakdown ensures fair representation for all eligible groups.
| WBHRB GDMO Vacancy Distribution | |
| Category | No. of Vacancy |
| UR (General) | 514 |
| SC | 258 |
| ST | 74 |
| OBC (Category A) | 123 |
| OBC (Category B) | 86 |
| UR (PWD) | 37 |
| SC (PWD) | 12 |
| EWS | 123 |
| Total | 1227 |
WBHRB GDMO Eligibility Criteria 2025:
To apply for the WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025, candidates must fulfill specific eligibility criteria regarding education and age. Below are the detailed requirements:
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess an MBBS degree listed in the First Schedule, Second Schedule, or Part-II of the Third Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
- Applicants must be registered as a Medical Practitioner with: 1. Medical Council of India or 2. Any State Medical Council
- If selected, the candidate must register with the West Bengal Medical Council within 6 months of joining.
Age Limit (1/1/2025)
To be eligible for WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the prescribed age criteria. The maximum age limit varies based on educational qualifications and experience. Additional relaxations are provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories or those with relevant service experience.
| Category | Maximum Age |
| MBBS (No Postgraduate Qualification) | 36 Years |
| MBBS with Postgraduate Qualification | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation
Check the Age Relaxation provided by the Board below:
| Category | Maximum Age Relaxation |
| Well-qualified and experienced candidates | Up to 2 years |
| Doctors with regular service under the WB Govt. | Up to 5 years (based on service length) |
| Doctors with contractual service under the WB Govt. | Up to 3 years |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Up to 5 years |
| OBC | up to 3 years |
WBHRB GDMO Application Form 2025
The WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 application window opened on 13 August 2025. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official WBHRB portal. Make sure to complete your registration and submit the form well before the 3 September 2025 (2 PM) deadline to avoid last-minute rush or technical issues.
WBHRB GDMO Online Form link is Active
WBHRB GDMO Application Fee 2025
As per the official WBHRB GDMO Recruitment 2025 notification, candidates are required to pay an application fee while submitting the form. However, certain categories have been exempted from the fee payment. Check the category-wise application fee below:
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC/ST Categories of West Bengal and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | Exempted |
| Other Candidates | Rs. 210 |
WBHRB GDMO Selection Process 2025
The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) follows a multi-stage selection process to appoint candidates for the General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) post. The selection stages are designed to assess both the knowledge and eligibility of applicants thoroughly. The process includes the following steps:
- Written Examination: If the number of applications received is large, a preliminary written test may be conducted to shortlist eligible candidates.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview round, where their subject knowledge and communication to shortlist will be evaluated.
- Document Verification: Candidates must present all original documents submitted during registration for verification.
- Final Merit: The final selection will be made based on marks and availability of posts during the allocation/distribution stage.
WBHRB GDMO Exam Pattern 2025
The WBHRB General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) selection process is based on a total of 100 marks. The marks are distributed among academic qualifications, work experience, and interview performance as follows:
- 70 Marks – Academic Qualifications (primarily MBBS performance)
- 15 Marks – Relevant Work Experience
- 15 Marks – For Interview
Below is the detailed marking scheme for the MBBS qualification:
| Qualification | Marks | Criteria | Marks deduction/Attempt |
| MBBS Degree (from India) | 70 |
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| MBBS Degree (from a Foreign University with FMGE certificate) | 70 | Percentage-wise slab as above | Same deduction rules for extra attempts apply |
| Registration with MCI or the State Medical Council | 00 | No marks given | No deductions or evaluations |
Experience as Medical Practitioner (Govt. or Private)
| Post | Marks | Minimum Experience | Criteria |
| Experience as Medical Practitioner (Govt. or Private) | 15 | 6 months |
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WBHRB GDMO Salary 2025
The salary for the post of General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) under WBHRB Recruitment 2025 is ₹56,100/- per month as per Pay Level 16.
In addition to the basic salary, selected candidates will be entitled to various allowances such as DA, TA, medical, and other benefits in accordance with the 7th Pay Commission norms.
| WBHRB GDMO Salary 2025 | |
| Parameters | Details |
| Pay Level | 16 |
| Salary | Rs. 56,100/- |
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