Senior Consultant (National Urban Health Mission) Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 15
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹90,000 - ₹150,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Post-graduation or higher qualification in Public Health, Community Health, Preventive & Social Medicine, or Administration, with at least 5 years of post-qualification work experience in Health Systems Research or in Planning and implementation of service delivery. Computer proficiency and excellent communication skills are also required.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of post-qualification work experience in Health Systems Research or in Planning and implementation of service delivery is required.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 50 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) is seeking a Senior Consultant to strengthen urban health systems and ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for urban populations, particularly the poor and vulnerable. This role offers a unique opportunity for experienced public health professionals to provide technical, managerial, and analytical support at the central level, working closely with States/UTs and urban local bodies. Candidates with a strong background in health systems research and service delivery planning will find this position impactful, contributing directly to a key Ministry of Health & Family Welfare initiative.
- This contract-based position is initially for one year, with potential for extension based on performance.
- The role requires extensive travel across India to provide technical assistance and support program implementation.
- Candidates should possess strong computer proficiency and excellent communication skills, with working knowledge of Hindi being desirable.
- The selection process may include a written test, with a minimum qualifying mark of 70% and a 1:5 candidate-to-vacancy ratio for shortlisting.
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Additional Salary Information
The remuneration range for this role is ₹90,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month. The fee offered within this band will be commensurate with the candidate's qualification and experience.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Written Test (minimum 70% qualifying marks) Shortlisting (1:5 ratio for top candidates per vacancy) Consideration of all candidates with same marks in case of a tie
Application Fees
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Reservation
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How to Apply
- Candidates are requested to fill in the online application correctly.
- The online application form is available on the NHSRC website (http://nhsrcindia.org).
- Applications will be accepted only in the prescribed online application format.
- The last date for receiving applications is 06 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The remuneration range for the Senior Consultant position is ₹90,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month, with the final fee commensurate with qualification and experience.
Candidates must have a Post-graduation or higher qualification in Public Health, Community Health, Preventive & Social Medicine, or Administration, along with at least 5 years of post-qualification work experience in Health Systems Research or service delivery planning.
The maximum age limit for applicants is 50 years as on the last date of submission of the application.