ECHS Recruitment 2026 – Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), under the Ministry of Defence, invites applications for multiple contractual medical and paramedical posts in Kotdwara and Pauri (Uttarakhand).
Organization Details
- Organization (English): Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)
- Organization (Hindi): पूर्व सैनिक अंशदायी स्वास्थ्य योजना
- Ministry: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Job Locations
- ECHS Polyclinic, Kotdwara, Uttarakhand
- ECHS Polyclinic, Pauri, Uttarakhand
Vacancy Details
| Designation (English) | Designation (Hindi) | Qualification | Vacancies | Location | Reservation | Salary (Fixed) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gynaecologist | स्त्री रोग विशेषज्ञ | MD/MS or DNB in concerned specialty | 01 | Kotdwara | 60% | ₹1,30,000/- |
| Medical Officer | चिकित्सा अधिकारी | MBBS | 01 | Kotdwara | 60% | ₹95,000/- |
| Laboratory Assistant/Technician | प्रयोगशाला सहायक/तकनीशियन | DMLT / Armed Forces Lab Tech + 3 years experience | 01 | Kotdwara | 70% | ₹36,500/- |
| Nursing Assistant | नर्सिंग सहायक | GNM / Armed Forces Nursing Course + 5 years experience | 02 Kotdwara, 01 Pauri | Kotdwara / Pauri | 70% | ₹36,500/- |
| Pharmacist | फार्मासिस्ट | Diploma in Pharmacy / 10+2 Science + PCI registration + 3 years experience | 01 Kotdwara, 01 Pauri | Kotdwara / Pauri | 70% | ₹36,500/- |
| Peon / MTS | चपरासी / मल्टी टास्किंग स्टाफ | Class 8th / GD Trade (Armed Forces) | Included as per requirement | Kotdwara | 70% | ₹21,800/- |
Employment Type
All positions are on a contractual basis:
- Initial contract period: 1 year
- Renewable for additional 1 year or until maximum age limit
- Renewal subject to performance and organizational conditions
Important Dates
- Last Date for Application: 10 July 2026
- Interview Date: 14 July 2026
- Reporting Time: 10:00 AM
- Interview Start Time: 10:30 AM
Application Process
- Download application form from official website
- Fill the application form as per prescribed format
- Attach self-attested copies of educational and experience certificates
- Submit application in duplicate
- Send to: OIC, Station HQs (ECHS Cell), Lansdowne
- Ensure application reaches before 10 July 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Gynaecologist: MD/MS or DNB in relevant specialty
- Medical Officer: MBBS
- Lab Technician: DMLT + 3 years experience
- Nursing Assistant: GNM + 5 years experience
- Pharmacist: Diploma in Pharmacy + PCI registration + 3 years experience
- MTS/Peon: Class 8th pass / Armed Forces trade background
Age Limit
Not explicitly defined in the notification. Recruitment is subject to ECHS policy and maximum permissible age limits as per rules.
Application Fees
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on eligibility criteria
- Personal Interview on 14 July 2026
- Document verification at interview venue
- Final selection subject to performance
- Mandatory 10 days On-Job Training (OJT) – unpaid
Salary Structure
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Gynaecologist | ₹1,30,000/- |
| Medical Officer | ₹95,000/- |
| Lab Technician | ₹36,500/- |
| Nursing Assistant | ₹36,500/- |
| Pharmacist | ₹36,500/- |
| Peon / MTS | ₹21,800/- |
Reservation Details
- Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM)
- Reservation percentage: 60% and 70% (as per post category)
Documents Required
- 10th certificate
- 12th certificate
- Graduation / Post Graduation certificates (if applicable)
- Professional diploma certificates
- Experience certificates
- Discharge book, PPO, service records (for Ex-Servicemen)
- Medical fitness certificate
- 2 passport size photographs
Contact Information
- Phone / WhatsApp: 7302416170
- Email: rajtha.04441@gov.in
- Website: www.echs.gov.in
Other Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview
- Candidates must report at 10:00 AM on interview day
- All original documents must be carried for verification
- 10 days On-Job Training (OJT) is mandatory and unpaid
- Selection is subject to performance and eligibility compliance
Official Notification
The official notification can be accessed using the link below:
View Official Notification PDF
