ECHS Recruitment 2026 – 60 Exciting Posts Available

Overview

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) is recruiting qualified and experienced professionals for 60 positions across medical, para-medical, and administrative departments. This is an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals, administrative staff, and support personnel to work with a prestigious defense-affiliated organization. ECHS operates polyclinics across multiple locations in Punjab and offers competitive honorariums on a contractual basis.

🏢Organization

Organization Name: Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)

Organization Type: Defense Sector Health Organization

Region: Punjab (Multiple Cities)

Official Website: www.echs.gov.in

Contact Office: Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Jalandhar Cantt, Punjab

📊Total Vacancies: 60 Posts

ECHS is offering 60 positions across various healthcare and administrative categories. These positions are spread across key healthcare centers and polyclinics in Punjab including Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Una, Nawanshahr, Garhshankar, Gagret, and Suranassi.

Department-wise Vacancy Breakdown

Position	Locations	Posts
OIC Polyclinic	Una	1
Medical Specialist	Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Una	3
Medical Officer	Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Una, Nawanshahr, Garhshankar, Gagret	14
Dental Officer	Jalandhar, Una, Gagret	4
Lab Assistant	Jalandhar, Una, Gagret	3
Lab Technician	Hoshiarpur, Suranassi, Nawanshahr, Gagret	4
Physiotherapist	Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Una	3
Pharmacist	Una, Suranassi, Nawanshahr, Gagret	4
Dental Technician	Hoshiarpur	1
Dental Hygienist	Gagret	1
IT Network Technician	Jalandhar	1
Clerk (in lieu of Driver)	Jalandhar	2
DEO/Clerk	Gagret	1
Data Entry Operator	Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur	2
Data Entry Operator (in lieu of Chowkidar)	Jalandhar	1
Chowkidar	Hoshiarpur, Una, Suranassi, Nawanshahr	4
Peon	Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Suranassi, Nawanshahr	4
Female Attendant	Garhshankar	1
Safaiwala	Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Una, Nawanshahr, Gagret	5

💼Post Type & Job Details

Post Type

Medical Officer, Specialist, Dental Officer, Lab Staff, Administrative & Support Staff

Job Type

Temporary Contractual Engagement

Contract Duration

1 Year (Ex-Servicemen), 11 Months (Civil Candidates) – Renewable

Nature of Work

Full-time employment with ECHS Polyclinics

📝Application Mode

Application Method: Offline Only

Candidates must submit physical applications with required documents to the Station HQ (ECHS Cell) at Jalandhar Cantt. No online application portal is available for this recruitment.

📅Important Dates

Event	Date & Details
Application Start Date	Available Soon (As per notification)
Last Date to Apply	23 February 2026 (Receipt of Offline Applications)
Interview Schedule	Will be intimated via Email/Telephone to shortlisted candidates
Interview Location	Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Jalandhar Cantt, Punjab

🎓Educational Qualifications

Qualification requirements vary based on the position applied for. Below are the key eligibility criteria:

Medical Positions

OIC Polyclinic: Bachelor’s degree/Diploma with 5 years experience
Medical Specialist: MD/MS/DNB with 5 years post-PG experience
Medical Officer: MBBS with 5 years experience in medical field

Para-Medical Positions

Dental Officer: BDS/MDS with 5 years experience
Lab Technician/Assistant: Diploma/Degree in relevant field with 3-5 years experience
Physiotherapist: B.Sc/Diploma in Physiotherapy with 3 years experience
Pharmacist: B.Pharm/Diploma with 3 years experience
Dental Technician/Hygienist: Relevant diploma with experience

Administrative/Technical Positions

DEO/Data Entry Operator: 12th Pass + Computer knowledge
Clerk: 12th Pass with clerical experience
IT Network Technician: Relevant diploma/degree
Support Staff (Chowkidar, Peon, Safaiwala): Literate with relevant experience

Important: Experience requirements are mandatory as per notification. Preference is given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates.

💰Salary & Honorarium Details

ECHS offers fixed remuneration on a contractual basis. The salary varies based on position and qualifications:

Monthly Fixed Remuneration

Medical Specialist: ₹1,30,000/- per month
OIC Polyclinic/Medical Officer/Dental Officer: ₹95,000/- per month
Lab Technician/Physiotherapist/Pharmacist: ₹36,500/- per month
Dental Technician/IT Network Technician: ₹36,500/- per month
Clerk/DEO/Data Entry Operator: ₹21,800/- to ₹29,200/- per month
Support Staff (Chowkidar, Peon, Safaiwala): ₹21,800/- per month

Contract Terms:

Ex-Servicemen candidates: 1 Year contract (renewable based on performance)
Civil candidates: 11 Months contract (renewable based on performance)
No travel allowance (TA/DA) provided during interview

🎯Selection Process

The selection is a simple two-step process based on merit and qualifications:

Step 1: Shortlisting & Document Verification

Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and experience mentioned in the application form. All original documents will be verified before interview.

Step 2: Personal Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview at Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Jalandhar Cantt. The interview will assess:

Professional competency and domain expertise
Communication skills and interpersonal ability
Suitability for healthcare service delivery
Commitment to serving ex-servicemen and their families

Note: Candidates must bring all original documents at the time of interview. Shortlisting is based on merit and eligibility compliance.

📑How to Apply

ECHS Recruitment 2026 follows an offline application process. Follow these simple steps:

Step-by-Step Application Process:

Download the Application Form: Visit www.echs.gov.in and download the official application format and notification
Fill the Application: Complete the application form carefully with all required personal, educational, and professional details
Attach Documents: Prepare self-attested copies of all required certificates (see documents section below)
Submit Application: Submit the filled form with documents to:
OIC, Station HQ (ECHS Cell)
Jalandhar Cantt
Punjab
Last Date: 23 February 2026
Interview Call: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email or telephone about interview date and time

⚙️Key Documents Required

Candidates must carry both original and self-attested photocopies of the following documents:

Educational Documents (Original + Self-attested 2 copies)

10th Class/12th Class Certificate & Mark Sheet
Graduation/Bachelor’s Degree Certificate & Mark Sheet
Post-Graduation/Master’s Degree Certificate & Mark Sheet (if applicable)
Diploma Certificate (for diploma holders)
Specialization Certificate (MD/MS/DNB/MDS)
Professional licenses/registrations (if applicable)

Professional Documents

Experience certificates from all previous employers
Discharge Certificate (for ex-servicemen)
Pension Payment Order (PPO) – for ex-servicemen
Service Book or Employment Letter

📘Important Links

Official Notification

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Official Website

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Contact Information

Phone: 0181-2660864
Email: echs@jalandharcantt.in

ℹ️General Instructions

ECHS reserves the right to withdraw any vacancy without prior notice
Candidates must be truthful in their application. False or fabricated information will lead to disqualification
No travel allowance (TA/DA) is admissible for interview
Authority’s decision is final and binding in all matters
Applications must reach the office by 5:00 PM on 23 February 2026
Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen candidates as per scheme norms
Selected candidates will be informed about interview dates via email/phone
Contract renewal depends on satisfactory performance and organizational requirements