Brief Overview

Zilla Swasthya Samiti, Gajapati (Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Odisha), has released an official notification inviting applications from eligible candidates for the empanelment of Yoga Instructor on a part-time, session basis. The selected candidates will be engaged in various government health institutions across Gajapati district.

This recruitment aims to promote holistic wellness and integrate yoga into public health facilities, benefitting the communities of Gajapati. Candidates with a passion for yoga and the requisite qualifications are encouraged to apply and contribute to Odisha’s health and wellness mission.

Posts & Vacancies

• Post: Part Time Yoga Instructor
• Mode of Engagement: Session basis (up to 8 sessions per month, 2 sessions per week; each session is 90 minutes)
• Remuneration: Rs. 500 per session (including conveyance)
• Number of Posts: Empanelment for multiple health institutions across Gajapati district (exact number will be as per requirement)

Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: Candidates must be aged between 21 and 50 years as of the last date of application.
• Educational Qualifications (any one of the following):
  • PG Diploma in Yoga
  • MA in Human Conscious & Yogic Science
  • MA in Yoga & Naturopathy
  • MA in Yogic Science
  • Certificate Course in Yoga from a recognized institution or university
• Experience: Experience in teaching or practicing yoga will be considered an advantage.
• Other Requirements:
  • Must be a resident of Odisha, preferably from Gajapati district.
  • Should not have been disengaged previously from government service on administrative grounds such as disobedience, poor performance, misbehavior, or criminal activity.

Important Dates

• Start Date for Receipt of Applications: 01 October 2026
• Last Date for Submission: 23 October 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

How to Apply

1. Obtain the Application Form:
   • Download the prescribed application format from www.gajapati.odisha.gov.in. All eligibility, age, and selection procedure details are available there.
2. Fill the Application Form:
   • Complete the form with accurate details including personal information, educational qualifications, professional experience, and contact details.
3. Attach Required Documents:
   • Two recent passport size photographs
   • Self-attested copy of identity proof (Voter ID, Aadhar Card, Driving License, PAN Card, etc.)
   • Self-attested copies of academic certificates and mark sheets (10th, +2, Graduation, and higher qualifications if any)
   • Self-attested copies of professional qualification certificates and mark sheets for Yoga
   • Documentary proof of experience in Yoga (if any)
4. Submission:
   • Send the filled application form with all enclosures by Registered Post/Speed Post only to:
   • Chief District Medical & Public Health Officer, AUPo, Paralakhemundi, Gajapati, 761200
   • The envelope must be superscribed with "Application for Empanelment of Yoga Instructor".
5. Declaration:
   • Sign the declaration at the end of the form stating all information provided is true and correct.

Note: Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will be summarily rejected. The office will not be responsible for postal delays.

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