Overview
Organization: Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station HQ Visakhapatnam
Total Vacancies: 14 Posts
Post Type: Medical Officer, Medical Specialist, Pharmacist, Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist, Driver, Peon
Job Type: Contractual (1 year, renewable based on performance)
Application Mode: Offline only
Official Website: echs.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
Last Date to Apply: 12-12-2025
Interview Date: Will be intimated to shortlisted candidates via telephone/email/SMS
📍 Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 14 Posts (distributed across Regional Centre ECHS (V) and Polyclinics)
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer | 05 | RC ECHS (V) – 1, VSKP-1 – 2, SKLM – 1, KKD – 1 |
| Medical Specialist | 02 | VSKP-1 – 1, VZM – 1 |
| Pharmacist | 01 | VSKP-1 – 1 |
| Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist | 04 | VSKP-1 – 1, SKLM – 1, KKD – 1, VZM – 1 |
| Driver | 01 | KKD – 1 |
| Peon | 01 | VSKP-1 – 1 |
Note: VSKP = Visakhapatnam, SKLM = Srikakulam, KKD = Kakinada, VZM = Vizianagaram
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Medical Officer:
- MBBS with minimum 3 years’ experience after internship
- Additional qualifications in Medicine/Surgery preferable
Medical Specialist:
- MD/MS in concerned specialty or DNB
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the subject after post-graduation
Pharmacist:
- B.Pharmacy or approved Diploma in Pharmacy from Pharmacy Council of India recognized institute
- Registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act 1948
- Minimum 3 years’ work experience
Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist:
- Diploma in Dental H/T/A or Class I Dental H/T/A DORA Course (Armed Forces)
- Minimum 5 years’ work experience in Dental Lab
Driver:
- Class 8th or Class I MT Driver (Armed Forces)
- Valid civil driving license
- Minimum 5 years’ work experience as driver
Peon:
- Class 8th or GD trade (Armed Forces)
- Minimum 5 years’ work experience
- Competence in computer handling
Important: Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen
💰 Salary Details (per month)
| Post Name | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Medical Specialist | ₹1,30,000/- |
| Medical Officer | ₹95,000/- |
| Pharmacist | ₹36,500/- |
| Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist | ₹36,500/- |
| Driver | ₹25,600/- |
| Peon | ₹21,800/- |
🎯 Selection Process
- Shortlisting – Based on qualifications and experience
- Interview – Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview
- Document Verification – Original certificates must be produced
Note: Interview date, timing and venue will be intimated via telephone/email/SMS. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
⏳ Age Limit
As on closing date (12-12-2025):
| Post | Employment Category | Contractual Service Category |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Specialist | Maximum 68 years | Maximum 70 years |
| Medical Officer | Maximum 66 years | Maximum 68 years |
| Pharmacist | Maximum 56 years | Maximum 58 years |
| Dental A/T/H | Maximum 56 years | Maximum 58 years |
| Driver | Maximum 53 years | Maximum 55 years |
| Peon | Maximum 53 years | Maximum 55 years |
📑 How to Apply
Step 1: Download the application format from ECHS website (www.echs.gov.in)
Step 2: Fill the application form as per instructions
Step 3: Attach self-attested photocopies of:
- Educational qualification certificates/mark sheets
- Work experience certificates
- Registration certificates (for Pharmacist)
- Discharge book, PPO, service records (for Ex-Servicemen)
- Aadhaar card and PAN card
Step 4: Send the complete application by post to:
OIC, Stn HQs (ECHS Cell) Nausena Baugh, PO – Gandhigram Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh – 530005
Important: Application must reach on or before 12-12-2025. Applications received after this date will not be accepted.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
At the time of interview, bring original certificates:
- 10th, 10+2, Graduation/Post-Graduation certificates and mark sheets
- Diploma/Course certificates (as applicable)
- Work experience certificates
- Registration certificate (for Pharmacist)
- Aadhaar card
- PAN card
- Discharge book and PPO (for Ex-Servicemen)
- Service records (for Ex-Servicemen)
- 2 recent passport-size color photographs
📘 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
📌 Key Points to Remember
✓ Ex-Servicemen preferred – Preference given to Ex-Servicemen candidates ✓ Contractual engagement – 1 year contract, renewable based on performance ✓ 14 total vacancies – Across Visakhapatnam, Srikakulam, Kakinada, Vizianagaram ✓ No TA/DA – No travel allowance for interview ✓ Original certificates mandatory – Bring all originals to interview ✓ Apply by post only – No online application ✓ Medical posts available – Good salary for medical professionals ✓ Age relaxation available – Different age limits for employment and contractual service ✓ Contact for queries – Phone: 6309256655 or Email: echsvskp@gmail.com
Disclaimer: This article provides general information. Candidates must refer to the official notification for complete details before applying.
