The State Health Society (SHS), Bihar has released the official notification for Ophthalmic Assistant (Netra Sahayak) Recruitment 2025 under the National Health Mission. This recruitment drive aims to fill 220 vacancies in government hospitals and health centers across Bihar. Interested candidates with Intermediate (10+2) and a diploma in Optometry/Ophthalmic Assistant can apply online before the deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 07 August 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 14 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 August 2025 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | As Per Schedule |
Don’t miss the deadline! Complete your application before 28 August 2025 to avoid last-minute issues.
Application Fee
- General / BC / EBC / EWS: ₹500
- SC / ST / Female / PwD (Bihar Domicile): ₹250
- Payment Method: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Online Payment Gateway.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmic Assistant (Netra Sahayak) | 220 Posts | 21 – 37 Years (UR Male) | 10+2 / I.Sc. with Biology or Mathematics + 2-Year Diploma in Optometry / Ophthalmic Assistant |
Age Relaxation
- UR / EWS Female: up to 40 Years
- BC / EBC (Male & Female): up to 40 Years
- SC / ST: up to 42 Years
- PwD: 10 Years additional relaxation.
Category Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| UR | 87 |
| EWS | 22 |
| OBC (BC) | 26 |
| EBC | 40 |
| SC | 35 |
| ST | 3 |
| BC Female (WBC) | 7 |
| Total | 220 Posts |
These posts are distributed across various district hospitals and health centers in Bihar under the National Blindness Control Program.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The selection process for Bihar SHS Ophthalmic Assistant Recruitment 2025 generally includes the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | |
| General Science | |
| Reasoning Ability | |
| Numerical Ability | |
| Ophthalmic Assistant / Optometry Subject |
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Total Marks: 100 Marks (Approx.)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 Marks may be deducted for wrong answers.
Final Selection
- Written Examination / CBT
- Merit List Preparation
- Document Verification
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Ophthalmic Assistant | ₹15,000 per month (Consolidated) |
The salary is provided under the National Health Mission contractual program along with applicable allowances.
Important Links
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Check Result Notice | Click Here |
| Download DV Schedule | Click Here |
| Check DV Schedule Notice | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| Bihar SHSB Official Website | Click Here |