NHM Assam Enforces 60-Year Retirement for 1,200 Contractual Staff

The National Health Mission (NHM), Assam, has enforced a 60-year retirement age for its contractual employees, leading to the immediate exit of around 1,200 staff members. This decision aligns with a 2021 Cabinet ruling by the state government.

Assam Govt Extends Service of Eligible Contractual Employees to 60

The Assam government has initiated the process to extend the service tenure of eligible contractual employees up to 60 years, following a Cabinet decision on February 26, 2026. This policy benefits staff with 10+ years of service and aged 45+ as of January 1, 2026.