The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Bangalore, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released an Employment Notice inviting applications for Medical, Paramedical, and Non-Medical staff on a contractual basis. Eligible candidates, including Ex-Servicemen (ESM), Widows of ESM, and civilians, can apply for various posts at ECHS Polyclinics across Karnataka.
ECHS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
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Organization: Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)
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Ministry: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
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Job Type: Contractual (Initially 1 year, extendable)
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Work Location: Madikeri, RV Bangalore, Mangalore, Shimoga, Virajpet & Whitefield
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Advertisement No: HRAQ/CONT-WP-B/26-257
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Last Date to Apply: 16 February 2026 (1400 Hrs)
ECHS Bangalore Vacancy Details 2026
ECHS is inviting applications for the following posts:
Medical Posts
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Officer-in-Charge (OIC)
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Medical Specialist
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Medical Officer
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Dental Officer
Paramedical Posts
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Lab Assistant
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Lab Technician
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Pharmacist
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Dental Hygienist
Non-Medical Posts
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Clerk
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Driver
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Female Attendant
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Chowkidar
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Peon
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Housekeeper
📌 Total Vacancies: Multiple posts across various ECHS Polyclinics (post-wise vacancies mentioned in the official notice).
ECHS Salary / Remuneration
Selected candidates will receive fixed monthly remuneration as follows:
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Medical Specialist – ₹1,30,000/-
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OIC / Medical Officer / Dental Officer – ₹95,000/-
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Lab Assistant / Lab Technician / Pharmacist / Nursing Assistant / Dental Hygienist – ₹36,500/-
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Clerk – ₹29,200/-
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Driver – ₹25,600/-
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Female Attendant / Chowkidar / Peon / Housekeeper – ₹21,800/-
ECHS Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Varies by post (MBBS, MD/MS, BDS, B.Pharmacy, GNM, DMLT, Graduate, Class 8th, etc.)
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Relevant work experience is mandatory for most posts.
Age Limit
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Generally 53 to 68 years, depending on the post
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Age relaxation applicable as per ECHS norms
Preference
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Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen
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Widows of ESM and civilians may be considered if suitable ESM candidates are not available
Selection Process
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Shortlisting of Applications
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Interview
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Written Test (for applicable posts)
📍 Interview Venue:
ECHS Cell, Station Cell, Cubbon Road, Bangalore
🗓 Interview Date:
4th week of February 2026
How to Apply for ECHS Bangalore Recruitment 2026
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Download the application form from the official ECHS website.
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Fill the application in the prescribed format.
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Attach self-attested copies of:
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Educational certificates
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Experience certificates
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Discharge book / PPO (for ESM)
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Submit the application to the concerned ECHS Polyclinic / Station Cell.
📌 Applications received after 16 Feb 2026 (1400 hrs) will be rejected.
Important Dates
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Notification Date: 30 January 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 16 February 2026
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Interview: 4th week of February 2026
Why Apply for ECHS Jobs?
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Ministry of Defence organization
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Decent fixed monthly salary
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Opportunities for Ex-Servicemen & healthcare professionals
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Work in reputed government health facilities
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