Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician & Senior Laboratory Technician Recruitment 2025
Organization: State Health Society, Bihar (SHS Bihar) under National Health Mission (NHM)
Post Name: Laboratory Technician, Senior Laboratory Technician
Exam Name: Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician Examination 2025
Advt No.: 09/2025
Total Posts: 1075
- Laboratory Technician: 1068
- Senior Laboratory Technician: 7
Official Website: shs.bihar.gov.in
About Exam
The State Health Society, Bihar (SHSB) has released Advt. No. 09/2025 inviting applications for 1075 contractual posts of Laboratory Technician and Senior Laboratory Technician under the National Health Mission (NHM). The recruitment aims to strengthen diagnostic services across all districts of Bihar. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SHSB website. The selection process involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and evaluation of academic qualifications, with merit-based shortlisting.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 23 August 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 01 September 2025
- Registration & Last Date to Apply: 15 September 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 15 September 2025
- Admit Card: Before Exam
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Result Date: To be updated
Vacancy Details
- Laboratory Technician (1068 posts): 12th (PCB) + BMLT/DMLT from recognized institute
- Senior Laboratory Technician (7 posts):
- M.Sc. in Microbiology/Biotech/Biochemistry with 2 years’ TB lab experience, OR
- B.Sc. in Microbiology/Biotech/Biochemistry/Chemistry/Life Science/Botany/Zoology with DMLT and 3 years’ TB lab experience
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of 01 August 2025)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum:
- Male (UR/EWS): 37 years
- Female (UR/EWS): 40 years
- Male/Female (BC/MBC): 40 years
- Male/Female (SC/ST): 42 years
- Age relaxation available for Bihar residents as per SHSB rules
Educational Qualification
- Laboratory Technician: 12th (PCB) + BMLT/DMLT from recognized institute
- Senior Laboratory Technician: M.Sc./B.Sc. with DMLT and relevant TB lab experience as mentioned above
- Candidates must be Indian nationals; non-Bihar candidates will be considered under General category without reservation benefits
Application Fee
- General / EWS / BC / EBC: ₹500
- SC / ST (Bihar Residents): ₹125
- Female / PwBD: ₹125
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Merit List based on academic qualifications and CBT
- Interview may be conducted in some cases
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Exam Pattern
- Type: Objective MCQs
- Total Marks: 100
- Negative Marking: As per official notification
Technical Section (Core Subjects)
- Haematology
- Blood Banking
- Microbiology & Serology
- Biochemistry
- Parasitology
- Clinical Pathology
- Medical Laboratory Equipment
- Quality Control in Laboratories
General Section
- General Knowledge (Bihar GK, Indian History, Culture & Heritage)
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Science & Mathematics
- Reasoning & Mental Ability
- General Hindi & English
Qualifying Marks
- Unreserved: 40%
- BC: 36.5%
- MBC: 34%
- SC/ST, PwD, Female: 32%
How to Apply
- Visit shs.bihar.gov.in
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill application form with personal and educational details
- Upload scanned documents:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Educational Certificates
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD/Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
- Pay application fee online
- Submit form and download a copy for future reference
- SHSB is not responsible for internet or banking issues; apply before the deadline
- Communication will be via email and SMS only
- No TA/DA will be provided for document verification or counseling
Important Links
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Apply Online for Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician Recruitment (01–15 September 2025)
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Download Official Notification PDF
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Official Website: shs.bihar.gov.in
Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician Recruitment 2025 – FAQs
Q: When will the Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician Online Application start?
A: The online application process will start on 01 September 2025. Candidates must register and submit their applications through the official SHSB website.
Q: What is the last date to apply for Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician posts?
A: The last date to submit the online application and complete registration is 15 September 2025.
Q: What is the last date to pay the application fee?
A: Candidates must pay the application fee online by 15 September 2025.
Q: How many vacancies are available for Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician Recruitment 2025?
A: A total of 1075 vacancies are available, including 1068 Laboratory Technician and 7 Senior Laboratory Technician posts.
Q: What are the age limits for Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician posts?
A: Minimum age is 21 years. Maximum age varies by category as of 01 August 2025:
- Male (UR/EWS): 37 years
- Female (UR/EWS): 40 years
- BC/MBC (Male & Female): 40 years
- SC/ST (Male & Female): 42 years
Age relaxation applies as per Bihar SHSB rules.
Q: What is the required educational qualification for Laboratory Technician posts?
A: Candidates must have 12th (PCB) + BMLT/DMLT from a recognized institute.
Q: What is the required educational qualification for Senior Laboratory Technician posts?
A: Candidates must have M.Sc. in Microbiology/Biotech/Biochemistry with 2 years TB lab experience or B.Sc. in relevant science with DMLT and 3 years TB lab experience.
Q: What is the application fee for Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician posts?
A:
- General / EWS / BC / EBC: ₹500
- SC / ST (Bihar Residents): ₹125
- Female / PwBD: ₹125
Q: How can the application fee be paid?
A: The fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Q: What is the selection process for Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician posts?
A: The selection is based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and merit list. An interview may be conducted for certain posts.
Q: When will the admit card be released?
A: The admit card will be released before the exam on the official SHSB website.
Q: When will the examination take place?
A: The exam date will be notified soon on the SHSB website.
Q: Where can I apply online for Bihar SHS Laboratory Technician Recruitment 2025?
A: Candidates can apply online through the official SHSB website: shs.bihar.gov.in
Q: Where can I download the official notification PDF?
A: The official notification PDF can be downloaded here: Download PDF
Q: What is the official website of Bihar SHSB?
A: The official website is shs.bihar.gov.in
Q: Is there any TA/DA provided for document verification or counseling?
A: No, no TA/DA will be provided for document verification or counseling.
Q: How will communication regarding the recruitment be sent?
A: All communication will be sent via email and SMS, so candidates must have an active email ID and mobile number.
Q: Can candidates from outside Bihar apply for this recruitment?
A: Yes, candidates from outside Bihar can apply, but they will be considered under the General (UR) category without reservation benefits.