Bastar District Recruitment 2026: Masseur and Sweeper Posts Announced
The District Ayush Officer, Bastar District, Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) has released a recruitment notification for Masseur (Male/Female) and Sweeper positions. These roles are on a daily wage basis for a period of 1 year. Applications are invited from eligible local residents of Bastar District.
Job Highlights
- Organization: District Ayush Officer, Bastar District, Jagdalpur
- Posts: Masseur (Male/Female), Sweeper
- Type of Employment: Daily Wage (01 Year Contract)
- Location: Jagdalpur, Bastar District, Chhattisgarh
- Application Mode: Offline
Important Dates
The last date to receive applications is 05 October 2026 by 05:00 PM.
Vacancy Details
The notification details vacancies for the following posts:
| Post Name | Category | Honorarium (Per Month) |
| Masseur (Male/Female) | Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs. 10,656/- |
| Sweeper | Not Specified in the official notification. | Not Specified in the official notification. |
Note: The honorarium mentioned is for Scheduled Tribe candidates for the Masseur post. Details for other categories and the Sweeper post are not specified in the provided text.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for these positions:
Educational Qualification: - Candidates must have passed the 8th standard examination.
- If the qualification is based on a grade system, a verified certificate converting grades to percentage from the school head is required.
- Higher qualifications than the prescribed ones will not be considered.
Physical Standards (for Masseur post): - Candidates should not be physically disabled.
- Male candidates must have a height of not less than 165 cm.
- Female candidates must have a height of not less than 152 cm.
- Body weight should be in proportion to height and age as per medical standards.
Other Conditions: - Applicants must be permanent local residents of Bastar District. A local resident certificate issued by a competent authority is mandatory.
- Candidates who married before the prescribed minimum age for marriage are not eligible.
Age Limit
As of 01 September 2026:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Relaxations in the upper age limit will be applicable as per government rules for special categories. The maximum age limit, including all applicable relaxations, should not exceed 45 years.
Age verification requires a self-attested copy of the 5th or 8th standard mark sheet.
Application Fee
Not specified in the official notification.
Salary / Pay Scale
The monthly honorarium for the Masseur post for Scheduled Tribe candidates is Rs. 10,656/-. Details for other categories and the Sweeper post are not specified.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a merit list. The merit list will be prepared by the selection committee based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (8th standard).
How to Apply
Eligible candidates need to apply offline. The application should be submitted in the prescribed format only.
- Download the application form from the official website or the notification PDF.
- Fill in all the required details in the application form accurately.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all necessary documents.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the application form.
- Write the name of the applied post, applicant's name, and address clearly on the envelope.
- Send the application through Registered Post / Speed Post to the following address:
District Ayush Officer,
Madiya Chowk (Kumharpara),
Jagdalpur, District Bastar (Chhattisgarh) - 494001 - Applications must reach the office by 05 October 2026, 05:00 PM. The office will not be responsible for postal delays.
Documents Required
Candidates must attach self-attested photocopies of the following documents with their application:
- 8th standard mark sheet (for age and qualification proof)
- Local Resident Certificate of Bastar District
- Employment Office Registration Certificate (live registration)
- Passport size photograph
- If applicable: Certificate for conversion of grades to percentage
- If applicable: Marriage-related documents (for married female candidates)
- If applicable: No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (for government/private employees)
Important Instructions
- The appointment is purely temporary and can be terminated with one month's prior notice.
- Incomplete, unclear, or erroneous applications will be rejected without any notice.
- If any false information is provided or essential information is hidden at any stage, the candidature/selection will be cancelled, and criminal proceedings may be initiated.
- Candidates working in government or private organizations must submit their application with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
- The decision of the selection committee will be final in case of any disputes.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for the Bastar District recruitment? The last date to apply is 05 October 2026, by 05:00 PM. What are the posts available in this recruitment? The available posts are Masseur (Male/Female) and Sweeper. What is the minimum educational qualification required? The minimum educational qualification is passing the 8th standard examination. What is the age limit for the applicants? As of 01 September 2026, the age limit is between 18 and 35 years, with relaxations applicable as per government rules, not exceeding 45 years in total. How will candidates be selected? Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from the marks obtained in the qualifying examination. Is there an application fee? The application fee is not specified in the official notification. Can candidates from outside Bastar District apply? No, only eligible local residents of Bastar District can apply.