ECHS Recruitment 2026: Apply for Medical Officer, Nursing Assistant & Other Posts

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India has released an official employment notification for contractual recruitment at ECHS Polyclinics located in Ferozepur Cantt and Moga.

This recruitment offers excellent opportunities for Medical Officers, Dental Officers, Nursing Assistants, Pharmacists, Laboratory Assistants, and Safaiwala posts.

? ECHS Recruitment 2026 Overview

• Organization: ECHS, Ministry of Defence
• Location: Ferozepur Cantt & Moga (Punjab)
• Job Type: Contractual
• Duration:
  • 12 months (Ex-Servicemen)
  • 11 months (Civilians)
• Total Vacancies: 10
• Last Date to Apply: 30 March 2026
• Interview: April 2026 (2nd Week)

? Vacancy Details & Salary

? Medical Officer

• Vacancies: 03
• Salary: ?95,000/month
• Qualification: MBBS
• Experience: Minimum 5 years after internship

? Dental Officer

• Vacancies: 01
• Salary: ?95,000/month
• Qualification: BDS
• Experience: Minimum 5 years

???? Nursing Assistant

• Vacancies: 02
• Salary: ?36,500/month
• Qualification: GNM Diploma / Armed Forces Nursing Assistant Course
• Experience: Minimum 5 years

? Pharmacist

• Vacancies: 02
• Salary: ?36,500/month
• Qualification:
  • B.Pharmacy OR
  • 10+2 (Science) + Diploma in Pharmacy (PCI recognized)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years

? Laboratory Assistant

• Vacancies: 01
• Salary: ?36,500/month
• Qualification: DMLT / Armed Forces Lab Tech Course
• Experience: Minimum 5 years

? Safaiwala

• Vacancies: 01
• Salary: ?21,800/month
• Qualification: Literate
• Experience: Minimum 5 years

? Age Limit

• Medical Officer: Up to 68 years
• Dental Officer: Up to 65 years
• Other Posts: 55–58 years

? Important Instructions

• All posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen, but civilians can also apply.
• Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM).
• Civilian candidates selected will serve only 11 months.
• Selected Medical & Dental Officers must undergo 10 days On-the-Job Training (OJT) (unpaid).

? Documents Required

Applicants must submit:

• 10th & 12th certificates
• Degree/Diploma certificates
• Internship certificate
• Registration certificate (Medical/Pharmacy/Nursing)
• Work experience certificates
• Discharge book & PPO (for ESM)
• Medical fitness certificate
• Passport-size photographs

? Last Date to Apply

• Application Deadline: 30 March 2026
• Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.

? Interview Details

• Expected Date: 2nd Week of April 2026
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed via phone/email
• No TA/DA will be provided

? How to Apply

• Download application form from official ECHS website
• Submit duly filled application along with documents to:
  OIC, Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Ferozepur Cantt

Application Links

Official Website:  ECHS

Job Notification: Download
 

Application Forms: Download

? Why Apply for ECHS Jobs?

• Attractive salary packages
• Opportunity to work under the Ministry of Defence
• Suitable for experienced healthcare professionals
• Preference for Ex-Servicemen