WBHRB Recruitment 2025: Apply for Pharmacist Grade III and Medical Technologist Grade III Posts

About West Bengal Health Recruitment Board

The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB), operating under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal, is inviting applications for Pharmacist Grade III and Medical Technologist Grade III posts. These opportunities, announced on August 7, 2025, aim to strengthen the state’s healthcare system with skilled professionals. Applications are accepted online only via www.hrb.wb.gov.in from August 13, 2025 (10:00 AM) to September 3, 2025 (2:00 PM). For detailed notifications and updates, visit infrontjob.com, your reliable source for government job alerts.

This recruitment includes 350 Pharmacist Grade III vacancies (temporary), 227 Medical Technologist (OT)/(Critical Care) Grade III vacancies (temporary, likely to be permanent, special drive for reserved categories), and 580 Medical Technologist Grade III vacancies across various specialties (temporary, likely to be permanent). Candidates can apply for these roles to contribute to West Bengal’s healthcare infrastructure.

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Breakdown

• Pharmacist Grade III: 350 vacancies (146 UR, 73 SC, 21 ST, 35 OBC-A, 25 OBC-B, 35 EWS, 11 UR-PWD, 4 SC-PWD).
• Medical Technologist (OT)/(Critical Care) Grade III (Special Drive for Reserved Categories): 227 vacancies (90 SC, 42 ST, 46 OBC-A, 27 OBC-B, 22 UR-PWD). Note: No UR candidates (except UR-PWD) are eligible for this special drive.
• Medical Technologist (Dialysis/Perfusionist/Radio Therapeutic/(EEG/EMG)/Cath Lab/RD/ECG) Grade III: 580 vacancies (237 UR, 125 SC, 36 ST, 58 OBC-A, 42 OBC-B, 58 EWS, 19 UR-PWD, 5 SC-PWD).
  • Cath Lab: 10 (4 UR, 2 SC, 1 ST, 1 OBC-A, 1 OBC-B, 1 EWS).
  • Dialysis: 5 (2 UR, 1 SC, 1 ST, 1 EWS).
  • ECG: 222 (92 UR, 48 SC, 13 ST, 22 OBC-A, 16 OBC-B, 22 EWS, 7 UR-PWD, 2 SC-PWD).
  • EEG/EMG: 12 (4 UR, 3 SC, 1 ST, 1 OBC-A, 1 OBC-B, 1 EWS, 1 UR-PWD).
  • Perfusionist: 13 (4 UR, 3 SC, 1 ST, 2 OBC-A, 1 OBC-B, 1 EWS, 1 UR-PWD).
  • Radio Therapeutic: 31 (12 UR, 7 SC, 2 ST, 3 OBC-A, 3 OBC-B, 3 EWS, 1 UR-PWD).
  • RD: 287 (119 UR, 61 SC, 17 ST, 29 OBC-A, 20 OBC-B, 29 EWS, 9 UR-PWD, 3 SC-PWD).

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Pharmacist Grade III:
  
  • Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology from the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Examination or equivalent.
  • Two-year Diploma in Pharmacy OR Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy recognized by the Government of West Bengal.
  • Registered as an “A” category Pharmacist under the West Bengal Pharmacy Council.
  • Optional: Master’s Degree in Pharmacy (not mandatory, but adds up to 5 marks).
  • Note: Candidates must upload mark sheets, certificates, and West Bengal Pharmacy Council registration in a single PDF. A conversion sheet is mandatory for grades.
• Medical Technologist (OT)/(Critical Care) Grade III and Medical Technologist (Other Specialties) Grade III:
  
  • Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Examination or equivalent.
  • Two-year Diploma in Medical Technology in the relevant subject (e.g., OT, Critical Care, Dialysis, etc.) recognized by the State Medical Faculty of West Bengal or any recognized institution/university OR Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology in the relevant subject.
  • Note: Candidates must upload mark sheets, internship completion certificates (if applicable), and passed certificates in a single PDF. A conversion sheet is mandatory for grades.

Age Limit

• Pharmacist Grade III:
  • Age: 18–39 years as of August 7, 2025.
• Medical Technologist Grade III (All Specialties):
  • Age: 21–39 years as of January 1, 2025.
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years.
  • OBC-A/OBC-B: 3 years.
  • PWD: Up to 45 years (6 years relaxation for UR-PWD/SC-PWD).
  • Candidates availing age relaxation may be considered for UR posts based on merit (except for the special drive for reserved categories).
  • Note: Candidates not requiring age relaxation should not fill the “Age relaxation” field. Age proof (e.g., Class X admit card, Aadhaar, or other government ID) must be uploaded. Married women with changed surnames must upload a marriage certificate or affidavit.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹210 (payable via GRIPS).
• SC/ST/PWD (West Bengal): Exempted.
  Payment is non-refundable and must be made online. Applications without the requisite fee (where applicable) will be rejected.

Selection Process

The WBHRB Recruitment 2025 selection process includes:

• Academic Marks:
  • Pharmacist Grade III: Up to 75 marks (25 for 10+2, 40 for Diploma OR 45 for Bachelor’s, 5 for Master’s).
  • Medical Technologist Grade III: Up to 75 marks (25 for 10+2, 40 for Diploma, OR 50 for Bachelor’s).
  • Marks are based on percentage slabs (e.g., 75%+ = max marks).
• Experience Marks: Up to 10 marks (based on 12+ months of relevant experience, max 10 for ≥60 months).
• Interview: 15 marks.
• Document Verification: Verification of certificates (age, qualification, caste, PWD, EWS, etc.).
• Written Exam/CBT (if conducted): May be used for shortlisting or final selection, with possible changes to mark distribution.

PWD Reservations:

• Pharmacist: 15 vacancies (UR-PWD: 11, SC-PWD: 4) for Blindness/Low Vision, Locomotor Disability, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Autism/Intellectual Disability, etc.
• Medical Technologist (OT/Critical Care): 22 UR-PWD vacancies for Blindness/Low Vision, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Autism/Intellectual Disability.
• Medical Technologist (Other Specialties): 24 vacancies (19 UR-PWD, 5 SC-PWD) for Blindness/Low Vision, Locomotor Disability, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Autism/Intellectual Disability.
  Candidates must upload clear, legible documents (max 2MB) in PDF or image format.

How to Apply for WBHRB Recruitment 2025

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official WBHRB website:

1. Visit www.hrb.wb.gov.in.
2. Register and log in to complete the application form with accurate details.
3. Upload a single PDF containing mark sheets, certificates, internship completion certificates (if applicable), and relevant registrations (e.g., West Bengal Pharmacy Council for Pharmacists).
4. Upload a recent passport-size photo and full signature.
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) via GRIPS.
6. Submit the form and save the confirmation PDF for reference.

Editing is allowed until the final submission by September 3, 2025. Ensure all documents are legible to avoid rejection. Visit infrontjob.com for guidance on the WBHRB Recruitment 2025 application process.

Important Dates

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FAQs on WBHRB Recruitment 2025

How many vacancies are announced in WBHRB Recruitment 2025?

1157 vacancies: 350 for Pharmacist Grade III, 227 for Medical Technologist (OT/Critical Care) Grade III, and 580 for Medical Technologist (Other Specialties) Grade III.

What is the last date to apply for WBHRB Recruitment 2025?

Applications must be submitted by September 3, 2025, 2:00 PM.

Who is eligible to apply for Pharmacist Grade III?

Candidates with Higher Secondary (10+2) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy, and registration as an “A” category Pharmacist under the West Bengal Pharmacy Council.

Who is eligible to apply for Medical Technologist Grade III?

Candidates with Higher Secondary (10+2) in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Medical Technology in the relevant subject from a recognized institution.

What is the selection process for WBHRB Recruitment 2025?

It includes Academic Marks, Experience Marks, Interview, and Document Verification, with a possible Written Exam/CBT.

What is the salary for WBHRB Recruitment 2025 posts?

All posts offer ₹28,900 (Level-9) basic pay as per WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019.

Where can I find updates on similar government jobs?

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