WBHRB Regional Health Transport Officer Recruitment 2026

If you hold a Diploma in Automobile or Mechanical Engineering and a valid driving licence, WBHRB is hiring Regional Health Transport Officers under the West Bengal Health & Family Welfare Department. Both posts are reserved — 1 for SC and 1 for ST candidates from West Bengal. This is a permanent government post with Level-12 pay scale.

Key Highlights

• Both vacancies are reserved — 1 for SC and 1 for ST (West Bengal residents only)
• Valid LMV/Transport category driving licence is mandatory before the last date of application (23 March 2026)
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience in an authorised automobile workshop dealing with four-wheelers is required
• Experience in a West Bengal State Council of Technical Education diploma is NOT treated as an equivalent qualification for this post
• Candidates with B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering get 2 years of extra age relaxation
• More experience means higher marks — candidates with 6+ years of experience score the maximum 20 experience marks

Selection Process

Selection is merit-based — no written exam by default. Your score out of 100 is calculated from three components: academic marks (up to 65 points based on your diploma percentage), experience marks (up to 20 points based on years worked), and an interview (up to 15 points). The Board may optionally hold a written exam or CBT if needed to shortlist candidates for the interview stage.

Documents You'll Need

Keep these ready before you start your application:

• LMV/Transport category driving licence (mandatory upload — JPEG/PNG/PDF)
• Diploma marksheets (all years) with passed certificate — as a single running PDF
• Experience certificate(s) from authorised workshop — on letterhead with seal, plus first and last month pay slips
• SC/ST caste certificate issued by West Bengal competent authority (if applicable)

See the complete document list in the section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for WBHRB Regional Health Transport Officer 2026?

A. The last date to apply is 23 March 2026 at 2:00 PM. You can edit your application between 24 March and 27 March 2026 if needed. Apply online through the official WBHRB portal.

Q. Is the WBHRB Regional Health Transport Officer post open to all categories?

A. No. Both vacancies are reserved — 1 for SC and 1 for ST candidates only. There are no General, OBC, or EWS vacancies in this recruitment.

Q. Is a driving licence compulsory for the Regional Health Transport Officer post?

A. Yes. A valid LMV (Light Motor Vehicle) or Transport category driving licence is mandatory. You must possess it before 23 March 2026 (the application closing date) and upload it with your application.

Q. What is the qualification required for WBHRB Regional Health Transport Officer 2026?

A. You need a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (with Automobile Engineering or Internal Combustion Engine as a subject) or a Diploma in Automobile Engineering from a recognised institute, plus at least 2 years of experience in an authorised automobile workshop handling four-wheelers.

• Oversee and manage the transport fleet of the Health & Family Welfare Department
• Ensure timely overhauling, repairing, and maintenance of petrol and diesel vehicles
• Supervise vehicle servicing at authorised workshops and service centres
• Maintain records of vehicle maintenance, repair history, and fuel consumption
• Coordinate transport logistics for health department operations across the region
• Ensure all vehicles meet roadworthiness and safety standards as per government regulations