
Website Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS)
About CGHS
For over six decades, the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has been a cornerstone in providing comprehensive medical care to Central Government employees and pensioners enrolled under the scheme. It caters to beneficiaries from the Legislature, Judiciary, Executive, and Press, making it a unique healthcare provider with an extensive reach and a commitment to quality medical services.
Position Details
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Post: Pharmacist (Allopathic) – Contract Basis
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Number of Vacancies: 04
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Place of Posting: Kolkata & Siliguri
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Engagement Type: Temporary (Contractual)
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Duration: 180 days or until a regular incumbent joins, whichever is earlier
Eligibility Criteria
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Only retired personnel from Central Government, State Government, PSU, or Autonomous Bodies can apply.
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Maximum age limit: 65 years (must not exceed this age during the contract period).
Terms & Conditions
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Tenure: The appointment is purely on a contract basis for 180 days or until a regular candidate is appointed.
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Remuneration: Fixed monthly pay, calculated as per government norms (basic pension deducted from last drawn salary). No increments or additional benefits will be provided.
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Duties & Responsibilities: The appointee shall perform duties as assigned by the competent authority without additional allowance.
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Performance & Payment: Salary will be disbursed only after a satisfactory performance report from the CMO in charge of the assigned CGHS Wellness Center.
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Non-Eligibility for Government Benefits: No entitlement to Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, Medical Benefits, Seniority, Promotion, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Leave Encashment, or LTC.
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Leave Policy: Paid leave at 1.5 days per completed month of service (non-cumulative beyond the calendar year).
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Full-time Commitment: The appointee cannot accept any other employment, including private practice, during the contract tenure.
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Work Location & Transferability: The appointee may be posted at any CGHS Wellness Center in Kolkata, Siliguri, or Jalpaiguri and will report to the CMO in charge.
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No Travel Allowance (TA): Candidates must bear their own travel expenses for joining.
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Termination Clause: The contract may be terminated by either party with 15 days’ notice or immediate termination with half-month’s remuneration in lieu of notice.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications along with relevant documents through:
📧 Email: ad.ko@cghs.nic.in
📬 Speed Post:
Office of the Additional Director, CGHS Kolkata,
6, Esplanade East (Ground Floor), Kolkata – 700069.
🗓️ Application Deadline: 14th April 2025
Apply now and be a part of CGHS, serving the healthcare needs of Central Government employees and pensioners!
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