The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has officially announced its Recruitment Drive for 2026, opening up 175 contractual vacancies across medical, paramedical, technical, and administrative categories. This recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for Ex-Servicemen (ESM), retired defence personnel, and qualified civilian medical professionals who wish to serve the veteran community while continuing their professional careers.
About ECHS Jobs
The ECHS is a flagship healthcare scheme under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, aimed at providing comprehensive medical care to Ex-Servicemen and their dependents. ECHS polyclinics and empanelled hospitals operate across India, delivering outpatient, inpatient, and specialist services.
ECHS Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 175 |
| Nature of Appointment | Contractual |
| Selection Process | Interview Only |
| Job Location | ECHS establishments (as allotted) |
Posts Available Under ECHS Recruitment 2026
ECHS has invited applications for a wide range of posts, including:
Medical & Dental Posts
- Officer-in-Charge (OIC)
- Medical Specialist
- Gynaecologist
- Medical Officer
- Dental Officer
Paramedical & Allied Health Staff
- Dental Assistant / Hygienist / Technician
- Lab Technician
- Lab Assistant
- Pharmacist
- Nursing Assistant
- Physiotherapist
Technical & Administrative Posts
- IT Network Technician
- Clerk
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Receptionist
Eligibility Criteria (Post-wise Overview)
🔹 Officer-in-Charge (OIC)
- Only Retired Commissioned Service Officers from Army/Navy/Air Force
- Must be drawing pension from Defence Estimates through CDA
🔹 Medical Specialist / Gynaecologist
- MD / MS / DNB in relevant specialty
- Minimum 03 years post-PG experience
🔹 Medical Officer
- MBBS qualification
- Minimum 03 years experience after internship
🔹 Dental Officer
- BDS degree
- Minimum 03 years experience
🔹 Dental Assistant / Hygienist / Technician
- Diploma in Dental Hygienist / Class-I DH / DORA (Armed Forces)
- Minimum 05 years experience
🔹 Lab Technician
- B.Sc (MLT) OR 10+2 (Science) + DMLT
- Minimum 03 years experience
🔹 Lab Assistant
- DMLT / Class-I Lab Technician (Armed Forces)
- Minimum 05 years experience
🔹 Pharmacist
- B.Pharma OR 10+2 (PCB) + Diploma in Pharmacy
- Must be a Registered Pharmacist
- Minimum 03 years experience
🔹 Nursing Assistant
- GNM / Class-I Nursing Assistant (Armed Forces)
- Minimum 05 years experience
🔹 Physiotherapist
- Diploma / Class-I Physiotherapy (Armed Forces)
- Minimum 05 years experience
🔹 IT Network Technician
- Diploma/Certificate in IT / Networking / Computer Applications
- Minimum 02 years experience
🔹 Clerk / DEO / Receptionist
- Graduate OR Class-I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces)
- Minimum 05 years experience
👉 Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen in all applicable categories.
Important Dates to Remember
- Notification Issued: 01 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 28 January 2026
⚠️ Applications received after 28 January 2026 will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Documents Required (Originals at Interview)
Candidates must carry original documents along with self-attested photocopies:
- 10th / 10+2 Certificates
- Graduation / Post-Graduation / Diploma Certificates
- Experience Certificates
- Discharge Book (for Ex-Servicemen)
- PPO (Pension Payment Order)
- Service Records
- 02 Passport-size colour photographs
❌ No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
How to Apply for ECHS Recruitment 2026
- Fill the application in prescribed format
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant certificates
- Submit the application to:
Officer-in-Charge (OIC)
ECHS Cell, Station HQ
Delhi Cantt
📅 Last date of receipt: 28 January 2026
☎️ Official Contact Details
- Telephone: 011-2569482
- Mobile: 8448198118
- Email: oicechscelldelhi@gmail.com
- Website: https://www.echs.gov.in
⚠️ Important Instructions for Applicants
- Apply only if you meet the Qualitative Requirements (QRs)
- No change of ECHS establishment will be allowed within the first 12 months of appointment
- Incomplete or ineligible applications are liable to be rejected
📢 Public Advisory
All Ex-Servicemen, medical professionals, nursing staff, and defence-trained personnel are encouraged to share this information widely across ESM groups, medical networks, and defence job forums to ensure no eligible candidate misses this opportunity.
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