ECHS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out For Various Post, Check Application Process


The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has officially released the ECHS Recruitment 2026 notification for a total of 56 vacancies across posts such as Medical Specialist (MD), Medical Officer, Lab Assistant, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, and more. Interested candidates can apply until 08 February 2026. In this article, we have provided complete details, including vacancy distribution, eligibility, selection process, salary, and the application process.
The ECHS Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released for a total of 56 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply offline until 08 January 2026. ECHS is inviting applications for Medical, Paramedical, and Non-Paramedical posts on a contractual basis at its Polyclinics in Bareilly, Badaun, Rampur, and Moradabad. The initial appointment will be for one year and may be extended for another year or until the candidate reaches the maximum age, subject to satisfactory performance. The direct link to download the ECHS Notification 2026 is provided in this section.
ECHS Notification 2026 Out! – Download PDF
The table below provides a concise and clear overview of the key details related to ECHS Recruitment 2026.
| ECHS Recruitment 2026 Overview | |
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) |
| Post | 13 Different Posts Including Medical Specialist (MD), Medical Officer, Lab Assistant, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, etc. |
| Vacancy | 56 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Eligibility | Post-wise |
| Application Last Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Selection Process | Interview Only |
| Salary | Rs. 21,800 – 1,30,000/Month |
| Official Website | www.echs.gov.in |
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has released the complete schedule for application submission and interviews for various posts under the 2026 recruitment drive. Candidates must ensure they apply on time and appear for the interview as per their respective post-wise dates. The key dates are provided in the table below.
| ECHS Recruitment 2026 Important Dates | |
| Event | Dates |
| Last date to submit application | 08 February 2026 |
| Interview for OIC, Medical Specialist, Medical Officer, Gynecologist | 16 February 2026 |
| Interview for Dental Officer, Dental Assistant | 17 February 2026 |
| Interview for Lab Technician, Lab Assistant, Pharmacist | 18 February 2026 |
| Interview for Nursing Assistant, Physiotherapist, DEO, Clerk | 19 February 2026 |
Candidates can view the detailed distribution of all 56 vacancies announced under ECHS Recruitment 2026, categorised across 13 different job profiles, in the table provided below.
| ECHS Vacancy 2026 | |
| Post | No. of Vacancies |
| OIC | 04 |
| Medical Specialist (MD) | 01 |
| Medical Officer | 12 |
| Gynecologist | 01 |
| Dental Officer | 07 |
| Dental Assistant | 05 |
| Lab Technician | 05 |
| Lab Assistant | 02 |
| Pharmacist | 05 |
| Nursing Assistant (General) | 06 |
| Physiotherapist | 01 |
| DEO | 01 |
| Clerk | 05 |
| Total | 56 |
For the ECHS Bareilly Recruitment 2026, the application process is strictly offline. You must submit your physical application along with supporting documents by the deadline.
Candidates applying for ECHS recruitment will be required to appear for an in-person interview at Station HQs (ECHS Cell), Bareilly. Applicants must report on the specified dates with all required original documents. No TA/DA will be provided, and only eligible candidates meeting the prescribed qualitative requirements will be considered.
Candidates applying for ECHS Nursing Assistant Recruitment 2026 must meet the post-specific educational and professional requirements prescribed by the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme. Eligibility varies by role and includes qualifications, experience, and in some cases Armed Forces training or service background. A detailed post-wise eligibility overview is provided in the table below.
| ECHS Eligibility Criteria 2026 | |
| Post | Educational Qualification |
| OIC | Graduation with minimum 5 years experience in healthcare institutions or managerial positions |
| Medical Specialist (MD) | MD/MS in concerned specialty or DNB with minimum 5 years experience after PG |
| Medical Officer | MBBS with minimum 5 years experience after internship; preference in Medicine/Surgery |
| Gynecologist | MD/MS in concerned specialty or DNB with minimum 5 years experience after PG |
| Dental Officer | BDS with minimum 5 years work experience |
| Dental Assistant | Diploma in Dental Hygienist / Class-I DH / DORA (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience |
| Lab Technician | B.Sc (MLT) or 10+2 with Science and DMLT with minimum 3 years experience |
| Lab Assistant | DMLT / Class-I Lab Technician (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience |
| Pharmacist | B.Pharma or 10+2 (PCB) with Diploma in Pharmacy with minimum 3 years experience |
| Nursing Assistant (General) | GNM / Diploma / Class-I Nursing Assistant (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience |
| Physiotherapist | Diploma / Class-I Physiotherapy Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience |
| DEO | Graduate or Class-I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience |
| Clerk | Graduate or Class-I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience |
The selection process for ECHS Recruitment 2026 is based solely on an interview. There will be no written examination, and candidates will be shortlisted and selected based on their performance in the interview and verification of eligibility and documents.
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) offers competitive monthly remuneration across medical, technical, and administrative posts under the 2026 recruitment drive. The salary varies depending on the role, qualifications, and level of responsibility. The post-wise salary structure is provided in the table below.
| ECHS Salary 2026 | |
| Post | Monthly Salary |
| OIC | ₹95,000/- |
| Medical Specialist (MD) | ₹1,30,000/- |
| Medical Officer | ₹95,000/- |
| Gynecologist | ₹1,30,000/- |
| Dental Officer | ₹95,000/- |
| Dental Assistant | ₹36,500/- |
| Lab Technician | ₹36,500/- |
| Lab Assistant | ₹36,500/- |
| Pharmacist | ₹36,500/- |
| Nursing Assistant (General) | ₹36,500/- |
| Physiotherapist | ₹36,500/- |
| DEO | ₹29,200/- |
| Clerk | ₹29,200/- |
| DEO (in lieu of Chowkidar) | ₹21,800/- |
| Clerk (in lieu of Peon) | ₹21,800/- |
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