West Bengal State Health & Family Welfare Samiti is hiring one Legal Assistant on contract for its Integrated Law Cell at the State Head Quarter. The pay is ₹32,000 a month. You can apply if you are a law graduate enrolled with the Bar Council of West Bengal, have at least two years of practice in the Calcutta High Court and are not more than 35 years old. The online form opened on 29 October 2026 and closes at midnight on 12 November 2026, and the printed copy must reach Kolkata by speed post by 19 November 2026.
WBSH&FW Samiti Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | West Bengal State Health & Family Welfare Samiti |
| Recruitment Notice No. | SHFWS/2026/336, dated 14.10.2026 |
| Post | Legal Assistant (Integrated Law Cell) |
| Total vacancies | 1 (Unreserved) |
| Engagement | Contract basis |
| How to apply | Online, then send the printed form by speed post |
| Start date | 29.10.2026 (from 11 a.m.) |
| Last date (online) | 12.11.2026 (midnight) |
| Website | www.wbhealth.gov.in |
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About WBSH&FW Samiti
West Bengal State Health & Family Welfare Samiti has its office at Swasthya Bhawan, Wing-'B', 3rd Floor, GN-29, Sector-V, Bidhannagar, Kolkata – 700091. Its State HR Cell handles this recruitment. The post sits in the Integrated Law Cell at the State Head Quarter.
WBSH&FW Samiti Legal Assistant Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Assistant | 1 (Unreserved) | ₹32,000/- per month |
Duties of the Legal Assistant
- Handling case files before the WBAT, the Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta, Consumer Forums and other courts, as assigned from time to time.
- Preparing Affidavits in Opposition and Grounds of Appeal from the statements of facts that the administrative branches supply.
- Holding conferences with Advocates and keeping in touch with the administrative branch.
WBSH&FW Samiti Legal Assistant Eligibility 2026
Age Limit
Not more than 35 years as on 01.01.2026.
Essential Qualification
- Graduate in Law from a recognised University.
- Must be enrolled in the Bar Council of West Bengal.
- Basic knowledge of computer application/operation.
Essential Experience
At least two years of practice in the Calcutta High Court. Experience counts only from the date you obtained the essential qualification, up to the first date of online application.
You must meet every essential requirement on or before the first date of online application, 29 October 2026. Meeting the minimum requirements does not entitle you to selection. See the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹100.00 |
| Reserved Category | ₹50.00 |
Pay the fee online by net banking or credit/debit card. It is not refundable. Pay only once.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 14.10.2026 |
| Online application starts | 29.10.2026, 11 a.m. |
| Last date of registration | 07.11.2026, midnight |
| Last date for fee payment | 09.11.2026, midnight |
| Last date for full submission of form | 12.11.2026, midnight |
| Hard copy to reach the office | Within 19.11.2026 |
Selection Process
Selection is based on academic records, proficiency in legal matters and performance at the interview, which carries 5 marks. Eligible candidates will be called for the interview, and its date will be announced later. Marks are rounded off to 2 decimal places. If you are found ineligible at any stage, you will not be called for the next stages.
Service Conditions
- The engagement is on contract basis, at the State Head Quarter.
- The first term is six months. It can be extended from time to time if your service is satisfactory and the higher authority approves.
- Either side can end the engagement with one month's notice.
- The decision of the competent authorities is final, and they may cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
How to Apply for WBSH&FW Samiti Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Open the WB Health online recruitment portal. You can also reach it from the "On-line Recruitment" link on www.wbhealth.gov.in.
- Register by midnight on 7 November 2026 and note your On-line Registration Number. The employer will not supply this number later.
- Upload a proper photograph and signature. If these are missing, the application can be cancelled.
- Pay the fee online by midnight on 9 November 2026. Once the payment succeeds, the portal takes you back to final submission using your application ID.
- Complete the final submission by midnight on 12 November 2026. The details must match your original testimonials.
- Download the form from the "Application Print" option on the portal.
- Send the print copy, with one set of self-attested photocopies of the documents listed below, by speed post to: Executive Director, State HR Cell, 5th Floor, Swasthya Bhawan-2 Building, Swasthya Bhawan, GN-29, Sector-V, Bidhannagar, Kolkata – 700091. It must arrive by 19 November 2026. The Authority is not responsible for postal delays.
Documents to Send
- Print copy of the online application form (Registration Form)
- Photo identity proof (Passport, Voter ID Card, AADHAAR Card or PAN Card)
- Proof of address (Passport, Voter Card or other proof issued by a competent authority)
- Age proof (Madhyamik or equivalent examination certificate/admit card)
- Caste Certificate (if any)
- All marksheets and certificates from Graduation onwards
- Documents of enrolment in the Bar Council of West Bengal
- Certificate of computer literacy
- Experience certificates issued and stamped by the appropriate authority, from oldest to latest
Keep a printed copy of the registration form for document verification. You will not be allowed into the verification of original testimonials without it.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Apply online | WB Health online recruitment portal |
| Official notification | Legal Assistant notification (PDF) |
| Official website | WB Health website |