J&K sanctions 5% annual increment for eligible NHM contractual employees: Sakina Itoo
SRINAGAR — The Jammu and Kashmir Government has sanctioned a 5 per cent annual increment for eligible contractual employees engaged under the National Health Mission (NHM) for the financial year 2026–27, Health Minister Sakina Itoo said on Saturday.
In a post on X, the minister said the decision fulfils the government’s promise and recognises the dedication and contributions of NHM employees towards strengthening healthcare delivery across Jammu and Kashmir.
According to an order issued by the Mission Director, National Health Mission, J&K, on November 7, the increment will be extended to eligible contractual staff working at state, divisional, district and block levels, including those engaged under the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) and disease control programmes.
The order states that employees who completed one year of service on or before March 31, 2026, will be entitled to the increment with effect from April 1, 2026.
Similarly, those completing one year of service between April 1 and September 30, 2026, will receive the increment with effect from October 1, 2026, while employees completing one year after September 30, 2026, will be eligible from April 1, 2027.
The benefit will be subject to satisfactory performance and fulfilment of applicable NHM guidelines. Drawing and Disbursing Officers and Controlling Officers have been directed to verify the qualifying service and performance of employees before extending the increment.
Itoo said the government remains committed to the welfare of healthcare workers and will continue working towards a stronger, more responsive and inclusive healthcare system under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. — (KIMS)
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