Join Contractual District Nutrition Coordinator Recruitment 2026 – Last Date & Syllabus | Sarkari Result & Apna Career
POSHAN Abhiyaan / NHM / State Nutrition Mission – Contractual DNC Posts | Govt Job Alert & Sarkari Naukri
Brief Information – Latest Sarkari Result Update
Applications are invited for the contractual post of **District Nutrition Coordinator (DNC)** under POSHAN Abhiyaan / National Health Mission (NHM) / State Nutrition Mission in various states (Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Odisha, etc.). These are purely temporary contractual positions with monthly honorarium. Recruitment is being carried out by respective State Nutrition Missions / NHM units. Online/offline applications are active in multiple states as of January 2026. The last date varies by state (mostly January–February 2026).
Vacancy Highlights (Indicative – State-wise)
| Post Name | State (Example) | No. of Posts (Approximate) | Honorarium (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Nutrition Coordinator (DNC) | Madhya Pradesh / Chhattisgarh / UP / Bihar | 10–50 per state (1 per district in many cases) | ₹25,000 – ₹45,000 |
Exact vacancies, districts, and honorarium differ by state. Refer to the respective state POSHAN / NHM official notification for precise details.
Important Dates (Tentative – State-wise)
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | December 2025 – January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | January 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission | State-specific (mostly January–February 2026) |
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | M.Sc. / M.A. in Nutrition / Food & Nutrition / Home Science / Public Health Nutrition / MPH with specialization in Nutrition + 1–3 years relevant experience |
| Age Limit | Usually 21–40 / 45 Years (Relaxations applicable) |
| Selection Process | Written Test / Interview / Merit-based (varies by state) |
| Application Mode | Online / Offline (varies by state) |
Exam Pattern & Syllabus (for Written Test – where applicable)
Most states conduct a written test (objective/subjective) of 100–150 marks, 2 hours duration, followed by interview.
| Section | Topic | Marks (Approximate) |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | National & International Events, Indian Polity, Economy, Health Policies, POSHAN Abhiyaan, ICDS, Poshan Maah | 20–30 |
| General English / Hindi | Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Official Correspondence | 15–25 |
| Logical Reasoning & Aptitude | Basic Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Quantitative Aptitude | 15–25 |
| Nutrition & Public Health | Human Nutrition & Dietetics, Nutritional Biochemistry, Public Health Nutrition, Maternal & Child Nutrition, Adolescent Nutrition, Micronutrient Deficiencies, Nutrition Epidemiology, Growth Monitoring, POSHAN Abhiyaan Guidelines, ICDS Services, Food Fortification, Nutrition Sensitive Agriculture, Behavior Change Communication, Monitoring & Evaluation of Nutrition Programs | 60–100 |
Negative marking (1/3 or 1/4) may apply in objective papers. Detailed syllabus and weightage are given in the state-specific notification PDF.
How to Apply (General Process)
- Visit the official POSHAN Abhiyaan / NHM / State Nutrition Mission website of your state (e.g., poshan.mp.gov.in for MP, nhm.bihar.gov.in for Bihar, etc.)
- Navigate to “Recruitment” / “Vacancies” / “Career” section
- Find the advertisement for Contractual District Nutrition Coordinator
- Download application form (if offline) or apply online where available
- Fill details, upload documents/photo/signature
- Pay fee (if applicable) and submit before the state-specific last date
- Take printout of application / confirmation page
Important Tips
- Last date varies by state – check your state POSHAN / NHM website immediately
- Experience in POSHAN Abhiyaan, ICDS, or nutrition programs is highly desirable
- Prepare CV highlighting relevant nutrition / public health experience
- Monitor state portals regularly for shortlist, interview dates, and updates
