Introduction
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has released the 2026 recruitment for a total of 33 vacancies across various medical, para‑medical and non‑medical posts. The selection will be conducted through a written test, interview and on‑job training, and the application process is entirely offline.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) |
| Post Name |
OIC, Medical Specialist, Medical, Para Med and Non‑Medical staff |
| Total Vacancies |
33 |
| Application Mode |
Offline (download form & submit by post) |
| Last Date |
14 August 2026 |
| Official Website |
https://www.echs.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is for the following categories of posts under ECHS:
- Officer In‑Charge (OIC) Polyclinic
- Radiologist
- Medical Officer
- Medical Specialist
- Dental Officer
- Lab Assistant & Lab Technician
- Pharmacist
- Dental A/T/H
- Driver, Chowkidar, Peon, Safaiwala
- Clerk/DEO
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| OIC Polyclinic |
3 |
| Radiologist |
1 |
| Medical Officer |
7 |
| Medical Specialist |
2 |
| Dental Officer |
2 |
| Lab Asst |
1 |
| Lab Tech |
1 |
| Pharmacist |
2 |
| Dental A/T/H |
4 |
| Driver |
2 |
| Chowkidar |
2 |
| Peon |
2 |
| Safaiwala |
3 |
| Clerk/DEO |
1 |
Eligibility Criteria
- OIC Polyclinic: Graduate with minimum 5 years experience in health‑care institutions or managerial positions (ESM only).
- Radiologist: Recognised medical qualification as per Indian Medical Council Act, minimum 3 years experience.
- Medical Officer: MBBS with minimum 3 years experience.
- Medical Specialist: MD/MS (or DNB) in the concerned specialty with minimum 5 years post‑graduate experience.
- Dental Officer: MDS/BDS with minimum 3 years experience.
- Lab Asst: DMLT/Class 1 Laboratory Tech (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience.
- Lab Tech: B.Sc. (Medical Lab Tech) or 10+2 with science & DMLT, minimum 3 years experience.
- Pharmacist: B.Pharmacy (or 10+2 with science + recognised pharmacy diploma) and registration under the Pharmacy Act, minimum 3 years experience.
- Dental A/T/H: Diploma in Dental Technology/Hygiene (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience.
- Driver: Class 8 Pass, Class‑1 MT Driver (Armed Forces) with civil licence, minimum 5 years experience.
- Chowkidar: Class 8 Pass, Class‑1 or GD Trade (Armed Forces), minimum 5 years experience.
- Peon: Class 8 Pass, Class‑1 or GD Trade (Armed Forces), minimum 5 years experience.
- Safaiwala: Literate, minimum 5 years experience.
- Clerk/DEO: Graduate or Class 1 Clerical Trade (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience.
Pay Scale & Salary
| Post Name |
Salary (per month) |
| OIC Polyclinic |
Rs 95,000/- |
| Radiologist |
Rs 1,30,000/- |
| Medical Officer |
Rs 95,000/- |
| Medical Specialist |
Rs 1,30,000/- |
| Dental Officer |
Rs 95,000/- |
| Lab Asst |
Rs 36,500/- |
| Lab Tech |
Rs 36,500/- |
| Pharmacist |
Rs 36,500/- |
| Dental A/T/H |
Rs 36,500/- |
| Driver |
Rs 25,600/- |
| Chowkidar |
Rs 21,800/- |
| Peon |
Rs 21,800/- |
| Safaiwala |
Rs 21,800/- |
| Clerk/DEO |
Rs 29,200/- |
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification. Candidates can submit the offline application form without any charge.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Last date of receipt of application |
14 August 2026 |
Selection Process
- Written Test
- Interview
- On‑Job Training (OJT)
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Download the application form from the official website: www.echs.gov.in.
- Fill the form with correct personal and educational details.
- Attach self‑attested copies of required documents (photograph, signature, ID proof, certificates, etc.).
- Verify all information before submission.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification via Speed Post / Registered Post.
- Ensure the application reaches the designated office before 14 August 2026.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted form for future reference.
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FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for ECHS Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application is 14 August 2026.
- How many vacancies are available in ECHS Recruitment 2026?
A total of 33 vacancies are announced across various posts.
- What is the application mode for ECHS Recruitment 2026?
The application process is offline; candidates must download the form and submit it by post.
- What is the minimum qualification required for ECHS posts?
Qualifications vary by post, ranging from Class 8th pass for non‑medical roles to MBBS, MD/MS, DMLT, B.Pharmacy, etc., for medical positions.
- What is the salary range for ECHS jobs?
Remuneration ranges from Rs 21,800/- per month for entry‑level posts to Rs 1,30,000/- per month for specialist positions.