ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 – Apply Offline for 172 Clerk, Medical Officer & Other Posts

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), under the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, has released the ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 for various contractual positions. This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 172 vacancies across different ECHS Polyclinics (including major notifications for Hisar, Chennai, and Delhi Cantt stations). The organization is looking for qualified Medical Officers, Clerks, Data Entry Operators (DEO), Dental Officers, Lab Technicians, and other support staff to serve ex-servicemen and their dependents. Interested candidates, including civilians and retired Armed Forces personnel, must submit their applications via the Offline mode to the respective Station Headquarters. The closing dates vary by station, with major deadlines falling between January 28, 2026, and February 16, 2026.

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Organization Details

• Organization Name: Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)
• Parent Department: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
• Recruitment Name: ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026
• Category: Central Government Jobs (Contractual)
• Job Validity: 11 Months (Civilians) / 12 Months (Ex-Servicemen), renewable
• Official Website: www.echs.gov.in

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Post Name

The ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 includes vacancies for the following posts:

1. Medical Officer (MO)
2. Officer-in-Charge (OIC)
3. Dental Officer
4. Pharmacist
5. Lab Technician & Lab Assistant
6. Nursing Assistant
7. Clerk
8. Data Entry Operator (DEO)
9. Driver
10. Chowkidar / Peon / Safaiwala

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Total Vacancies

There are approximately 172 Vacancies (aggregated across active notifications).

• Hisar Station: ~178 Posts (Medical & Non-Medical)
• Chennai Station: ~57 Posts
• Roorkee Station: ~25 Posts
• Other Stations: Varies by local notification.(Note: Candidates must check the specific notification for their local Station HQ for the exact breakdown.)

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Age Limit

Candidates applying for ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 must strictly adhere to the age limits as per ECHS norms:

• Medical Officer / Specialist: Up to 66/68 Years.
• Dental Officer: Up to 63 Years.
• Paramedical Staff (Pharmacist, Lab Tech, etc.): Up to 56 Years.
• Non-Medical Staff (Clerk, DEO, Driver, Peon): Up to 53 Years (For Civilians) / 55 Years (For Ex-Servicemen).

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026, candidates must meet the following general requirements:

• Nationality: Must be an Indian Citizen.
• Medical Fitness: Must be medically fit to perform the assigned duties.
• Experience: Most posts require a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience. Ex-servicemen with equivalent trade experience are often preferred.

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Salary

The ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 offers a fixed consolidated monthly remuneration:

• Medical Specialist: ₹1,30,000/-
• Medical Officer / Dental Officer: ₹95,000/-
• Officer-in-Charge (OIC): ₹95,000/-
• Pharmacist / Lab Tech / Nursing Asst: ₹36,500/-
• Clerk / DEO: ₹21,800/- to ₹29,200/- (depending on qualification/class)
• Driver / Peon / Chowkidar: ₹21,800/-

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Qualifications

• Medical Officer: MBBS degree with 3-5 years of experience after internship.
• Dental Officer: BDS degree with 3-5 years of experience.
• Pharmacist: B.Pharm or D.Pharm (10+2 with Science) and registration with Pharmacy Council.
• Lab Technician: B.Sc (MLT) or Diploma in MLT from a recognized institute.
• Clerk / DEO: Graduate in any discipline OR Class I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces) with computer knowledge.
• Driver: 8th Pass with Class I MT Driver (Armed Forces) or Civil Driving License (LMV) + 5 years experience.
• Peon / Safaiwala: Literate / 8th Pass / GD Trade (Armed Forces).

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Selection Process

The selection for ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 involves:

1. Screening of Applications: Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience.
2. Personal Interview: Candidates will be called for an interview at the respective Station Headquarters.
3. Practical Test: (For specific roles like Driver or DEO, a skill test may be conducted).
4. Document Verification: Review of original certificates during the interview.

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Application Fee

• There is NO Application Fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen) for ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026.

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Job Location

Successful candidates under ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 will be posted at ECHS Polyclinics under the jurisdiction of the specific Station HQ they apply to.

• Key Locations currently hiring: Hisar (Haryana), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Roorkee (Uttarakhand), Delhi Cantt, and Bareilly (UP).

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Last Date to Apply

• Hisar Station: 08 February 2026
• Chennai Station: 16 February 2026
• Roorkee Station: 31 January 2026
• General “172 Posts” Batch: 10 February 2026 (Check specific regional notification).

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Each Job Separate Description

• Medical Officer: Primary responsibility involves Outpatient Department (OPD) consultation, treating ex-servicemen, and referring critical cases to empanelled hospitals.
• Clerk: Handles general administration, filing, processing medical claims, and maintaining office records at the Polyclinic.
• Data Entry Operator (DEO): Responsible for entering beneficiary data, managing the online smart card system, and digital record keeping.
• Pharmacist: Dispenses medicines prescribed by MOs, maintains stock ledgers, and indents fresh medical supplies.

ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026 Job Important Links

How to apply for ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026

Follow these steps to apply for ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026:

1. Visit the official website www.echs.gov.in.
2. Go to the “Employment Opportunities” or “Advertisement” section.
3. Download the Application Form (Common format for all posts).
4. Fill the form manually with blue/black ink and paste a recent passport-size photograph.
5. Attach self-attested copies of your Aadhaar, PAN, 10th/12th mark sheets, Degree/Diploma certificates, and Experience certificates. (Ex-Servicemen must attach PPO and Discharge Book).
6. Put the application and documents in an envelope super-scribed with “Application for the post of [Post Name]”.
7. Send it via Registered Post/Speed Post or drop it by hand at the Station Headquarters (ECHS Cell) mentioned in your specific regional notification before the last date.