Sonbhadra District Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 19 Yoga Assistant, Yoga Instructor Posts
Sonbhadra district has 19 contract/part-time yoga posts open at AYUSH centres under the National AYUSH Mission: 2 for Yoga Assistant, 8 for Yoga Instructor (Female) and 9 for Yoga Instructor (Male). Applicants must be aged 21 to 65, and the monthly honorarium ranges from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000 depending on the post. Applications must reach the office in Robertsganj by registered or speed post by 5:00 PM on 20 November 2026.
Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer Sonbhadra Yoga Assistant and Yoga Instructor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference number | Kshe.Aa.So./2026-27-3026 |
| Posts | Yoga Assistant (Male/Female), Yoga Instructor (Female), Yoga Instructor (Male) |
| Total vacancies | 19 |
| Nature of engagement | Contract/part-time |
| How to apply | Offline, by registered post or speed post |
| Last date | 20 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Website | UPsonbhadra.nic.in |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer Sonbhadra
The notice is issued jointly by the Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer and the District Homeopathic Medical Officer, Sonbhadra, from Pipri Road, Imarti Colony, Robertsganj. The posts serve AYUSH Health and Wellness Centres (Ayushman Arogya Mandir) and Yoga Wellness Centres run by the Uttar Pradesh State AYUSH Society under the National AYUSH Mission.
Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer Sonbhadra Yoga Assistant and Yoga Instructor Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Yoga Assistant (Male/Female) | 02 | Rs. 10,000 per month, lump sum |
| Yoga Instructor (Female) | 08 | Rs. 5,000 per month, lump sum |
| Yoga Instructor (Male) | 09 | Rs. 8,000 per month, lump sum |
Reservation will follow Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
Centres for Each Post
| Post | AYUSH Health Centres |
|---|---|
| Yoga Assistant | Government Ayurvedic Hospitals: Robertsganj, Bahuara |
| Yoga Instructor (Female) | Government Ayurvedic Hospitals: Mahuli, Jarha. Government Homeopathic Hospitals: Saranga, Khajura, Banjariya, Murkasim, Mubarakpur, Jharokala |
| Yoga Instructor (Male) | Government Ayurvedic Hospitals: Mahuli, Lodhi. Government Unani Hospital: Khachar. Government Homeopathic Hospitals: Saranga, Khajura, Banjariya, Murkasim, Mubarakpur, Jharokala |
Duties
- Yoga instructors must hold at least 32 yoga sessions a month, of minimum one hour each, at Health and Wellness Centres, schools and community level.
- A Yoga Instructor (Female) must hold 20 classes of minimum one hour per session for women's groups.
Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer Sonbhadra Yoga Assistant and Yoga Instructor Eligibility 2026
Age limit: 21 to 65 years. The application form counts age as on 1 July 2026.
Yoga Assistant (Male/Female)
- High School or Intermediate, followed by a minimum three-month certificate course in Yoga.
- Three years' experience of work in a Naturopathy clinic/hospital or Yoga centre.
Yoga Instructor (Female and Male)
Any one of the following:
- B.A. (Yoga) three-year degree holder / M.Sc. (Yoga) / M.A. (Yoga), with one year's experience.
- PG Diploma (minimum one-year course) holder, with two years' experience.
- Yoga Wellness Instructor certificate holder from the Yoga Certification Board, New Delhi.
Experience counts only if it was gained after passing the prescribed degree or PG Diploma. Local candidates will be given preference for the Yoga Instructor post.
See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 28 October 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of applications | 20 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
Selection Process
Selection is through an interview. The office will contact candidates separately, and the details will be pasted on the office notice board, where they can be seen on any working day. No travel allowance is payable for attending. The appointing authority has the final say on whether an application is suitable.
Service Conditions
- The appointment is for one year. Any further period will be decided by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Services may be ended with one month's notice if they are not found satisfactory.
- Selected candidates must take charge at the Ayushman Arogya Mandir Health and Wellness Centre within 15 days, or the engagement ends automatically.
- Character verification will be carried out. After an adverse finding, the contracting authority will cancel the engagement without giving any reason.
- Absence from duty for more than one week without information will lead to cancellation of the engagement.
How to Apply for Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer Sonbhadra Yoga Assistant and Yoga Instructor Recruitment 2026
- Get the prescribed application format from page 2 of the official notification (PDF) or from UPsonbhadra.nic.in. Applications are valid only on this format.
- Fill in the post name, personal details, date of birth, age as on 1 July 2026, mobile number, email, caste, Aadhaar number, education and experience, then sign the declaration.
- Paste a latest passport-size photograph, signed by you, in the marked place.
- Attach the documents listed below.
- Write the post name on the application envelope.
- Send the application by registered post or speed post to: Office of the Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer, Pipri Road, Imarti Colony, Robertsganj, Sonbhadra.
Documents to Send
- Self-attested copies of certificates for educational qualification, age and experience.
- Self-attested copy of employment office registration, if any.
- A 23x10 cm envelope with your correspondence address, a Rs. 25 postage stamp and the word "Registered" written on it.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification and application format | Official notification (PDF) |
| Website named in the notice | UPsonbhadra.nic.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I send the application by ordinary post or deliver it by hand?
The notice says applications will be accepted by registered post and speed post, so use one of these two.
Which yoga post pays the most?
Yoga Assistant pays the most at Rs. 10,000 a month, followed by Yoga Instructor (Male) at Rs. 8,000 and Yoga Instructor (Female) at Rs. 5,000.
How many yoga sessions will an instructor have to hold?
At least 32 sessions a month, each of minimum one hour. Women instructors also have 20 one-hour classes for women's groups.
Do I need experience for the Yoga Instructor post?
Degree holders need one year and PG Diploma holders need two years. The notice lists no experience requirement beside the Yoga Certification Board certificate.
Will experience gained before my degree count?
No. Experience certificates are accepted only for work done after passing the prescribed degree or PG Diploma.
Are local candidates preferred?
Yes, local candidates will be given preference for the Yoga Instructor post.
On what date is age counted?
The application form asks for your age as on 1 July 2026.
How long will the job last?
The appointment is for one year, and the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, will decide any further period.
What must be written on the envelopes?
Write the post name on the application envelope. The 23x10 cm envelope you enclose must carry your address, a Rs. 25 stamp and the word "Registered".