Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment 2025
Apply online for 220 Ophthalmic Assistant posts in Bihar from 14 Aug 2025 to 28 Aug 2025. This is a great opportunity for the Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment.
Latest Update
The State Health Society, Bihar has released the notification for the Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment 2025 in July 2025. Candidates can apply online via the official portal.
Key Takeaways
- 220 Ophthalmic Assistant posts under NHM Bihar.
- Online application window: 14 Aug–28 Aug 2025.
- Age range: 21–37 years, with applicable relaxations.
- Application fee: ₹500 (UR/Others) & ₹250 (SC/ST/Female/PwBD).
- Selection via CBT (100 marks, 2 hours, no negative marking) followed by document verification.
- Salary: ₹15,000 pm on contractual basis with 3-year tenure.
Table of Contents
Application Status
Current status of the Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment process
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | July 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 14 Aug 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Online Application End | 28 Aug 2025 (06:00 PM) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR, EWS, OBC (Male, Other States) | ₹500 |
| SC, ST, EBC of Bihar; Female of Bihar; PwBD | ₹250 |
| Mode of Payment: Online | |
Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 37 Years |
| Age Relaxation | 3 years for BC/EWS (female), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD |
Total Posts for Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment
| Post Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Ophthalmic Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 220 |
| Department | State Health Society, Bihar |
| Recruitment Type | Contractual |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment, candidates must meet the following criteria:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English) from a recognized board |
| Professional Qualification | Diploma in Ophthalmic Assistant from a Government-recognized institute |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 94 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 |
| Women (All Categories) | 12 |
| Backlog/Horizontal Reservations | 7–16 |
| Total | 220 |
Selection Process
The selection process for the Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment will include the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List (based on CBT score)
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Highlights
The exam for the Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment will have the following pattern:
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge (GS) | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 |
| Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 |
| Technical Ability | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Duration | 2 hours | |
| Negative Marking | None | |
Syllabus Highlights
- General Knowledge: Current Affairs, Bihar-specific facts
- Reasoning: Verbal & Non-Verbal
- Numerical: Arithmetic, Data Interpretation
- Technical: Anatomy of eye, common eye diseases, diagnostic instruments, patient care procedures
Salary Structure
Salary Structure for Bihar Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of ₹15,000 per month on a contractual basis. The contract tenure is for 3 years, which can be extended up to 60 years based on performance.
Quick Links
Contact Information
| Contact Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Website | shs.bihar.gov.in |
| Advertisement No. | 07/2025 |
| Address | State Health Society, Bihar, Patna |
