Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) under the Ministry of Defence has released a recruitment notification for 175 Medical Officer, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, Clerk, DEO, Peon and Others Posts in Delhi Cantt, Dwarka, Lodhi Road, Timarpur, Shakur Basti, Gurugram (Dundahera & Sohna Road), Noida (Sector-37 & Sector-82), and Greater Noida. Applications must be submitted offline in the prescribed format on or before 28th January 2026. For eligibility, age limit, salary and more details of this recruitment, please check the job description below.
ECHS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
- Organization Name: Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme
- Post Name: MO, Clerk, DEO, Peon & Other
- Total Vacancy: 175
- Salary: Rs. 21,500-1,30,000/-
- Apply Mode: Offline
- Apply Last Date: 28.01.2026
- Selection Process: Interview
- Official Website: www.echs.gov.in
Vacancy Details for ECHS Notification 2026
- OIC - 04
- Medical Specialist - 07
- Gynaecologist - 05
- Medical Officer - 47
- Dental Officer - 15
- Dental Assistant/ Hygienist/Technician - 10
- Lab Technician - 08
- Lab Assistant - 04
- Pharmacist - 17
- Nursing Assistant - 16
- Physiotherapist - 03
- IT Network Technician - 02
- Clerk - 03
- Data Entry Operator - 02
- Receptionist - 02
- Driver - 08
- Chowkidar - 02
- Peon - 05
- Female Attendant - 09
- Safaiwala - 06
Total Vacancies: 175
Vacancy Details for ECHS Notification 2026
Minimum Qualification:
- OIC: Must be a retired service officer of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force, and receiving pension from the defense budget through CDA.
- Medical Specialist: MD/MS/DNB in the relevant subject. Minimum 03 years of experience in the relevant field after postgraduate degree.
- Gynecologist: MD/MS/DNB in the relevant subject. Minimum 03 years of experience in the relevant field after postgraduate degree.
- Medical Officer: MBBS. Minimum 03 years of experience after internship.
- Dental Officer: BDS. Minimum 03 years of work experience.
- Dental Assistant/Hygienist/Technician: Diploma in Dental Hygiene / Class-I DH / Dora Course (Armed Forces). Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- Lab Technician: B.Sc (Medical Lab Technology) or 10+2 with Science and DMLT. Minimum 03 years of work experience as a Lab Assistant in a medical lab.
- Lab Assistant: DMLT / Class-I Lab Tech Course (Armed Forces). Minimum 05 years of work experience in a laboratory.
- Pharmacist: B.Pharm or 10+2 with PCB and Diploma in Pharmacy and registered as a Pharmacist. Minimum 03 years of work experience.
- Nursing Assistant: GNM Diploma / Class-I Nursing Assistant (Armed Forces). Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- Physiotherapist: Diploma / Class-I Physiotherapy Course (Armed Forces). Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- IT Network Technician: Diploma/Certificate/Equivalent in IT Networking, Computer Applications. Minimum 02 years of experience.
- Clerk: Graduate / Class-I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces). Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- Data Entry Operator: Graduate / Class-I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces). Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- Receptionist: Graduate / Class-I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces). Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- Driver: Educational Qualification - 8th Grade / Class-I, Driver (Armed Forces). Must possess a civil driving license (LMV). Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- Watchman: Educational Qualification - 8th Grade. GD Trade for Armed Forces personnel.
- Peon: Educational Qualification - 8th Grade / GD Trade for Armed Forces personnel. Minimum 05 years of work experience.
- Female Attendant: Literate. Minimum 05 years of work experience in a civilian/army health establishment.
- Sweeper: Literate. Minimum 05 years of work experience.
Pay Scale for ECHS Notification
- OIC: Rs.95,000/-
- Medical Specialist: Rs.1,30,000/-
- Gynaecologist: Rs.1,30,000/-
- Medical Officer: Rs.95,000/-
- Dental Officer: Rs.95,000/-
- Dental Assistant/ Hygienist/Technician: Rs.36,500/-
- Lab Technician: Rs.36,500/-
- Lab Assistant: Rs.36,500/-
- Pharmacist: Rs.36,500/-
- Nursing Assistant: Rs.36,500/-
- Physiotherapist: Rs.36,500/-
- IT Network Technician: Rs.36,500/-
- Clerk: Rs.29,200-36,500/-
- Data Entry Operator: Rs.29,200-36,500/-
- Receptionist: Rs.21,800/-
- Driver: Rs.25,600/-
- Chowkidar: Rs.21,800/-
- Peon: Rs.21,800/-
- Female Attendant: Rs.21,800/-
- Safaiwala: Rs.21,800/-
How to Apply for for ECHS Notification 2026
Eligible candidates must download the application form in the prescribed format from the official website www.echs.gov.in. The completed application form, along with self-attested photocopies of educational qualification certificates, proof of work experience, and other relevant documents, must be sent to the following address: OIC, ECHS, Stn HQ (ECHS Cell), Delhi Cantt, on or before January 28, 2026. Applications submitted after the last date will not be accepted.
Selection Process for ECHS Recruitment Notification 2026
The selection process will include the following steps -
- Interview.
Only eligible candidates will be called for the interview, and they must bring all original documents including educational certificates, work experience proof, discharge book, PPO, and service records.
Important Dates ECHS Recruitment
- Last Date of Offline Application: 28.01.2026
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Official Website
ECHS Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. How many vacancies are there?
- Answer: Total 175 vacancies across multiple posts including Medical Officer, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, Clerk, DEO, Peon, and others.
Q2. What is the salary?
- Answer: Salary ranges from Rs. 21,500 to 1,30,000 depending on the post.
Q3. Can applications be submitted online?
- Answer: No. Applications must be submitted offline in the prescribed format.
Q4. What is the last date to apply offline?
- Answer: The last date to submit the offline application is 28 January 2026.
