The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) Cell, Station HQ Chennai, under the Government of India Ministry of Defence, will recruit Medical, Para Medical and Non Medical Staff on contractual basis across nine ECHS Polyclinics under its jurisdiction. Interested candidates can apply as per the format available on the ECHS website before 11 July 2026. Check details like eligibility, salary, vacancy & more from the article.
ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters Chennai has invited applications from Ex-Servicemen and Civilians to be employed as contractual employees on various appointments tenable at Polyclinics under the jurisdiction of Station Headquarters, Chennai. Vacancies are from 01 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview through SMS/Email. All interested and eligible candidates can apply on the format available at www.echs.gov.in on or before 11 July 2026. This article highlights all major details like eligibility, remuneration, application dates and more.
ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The detailed notification for the ECHS Chennai Polyclinics posts has been released under the Employment Notice for FY 2026-27 (Phase-2), and it includes complete details like post name, vacancy number, qualification, experience, remuneration and other details. Before applying for these posts, candidates must cross-check all the details to avoid any type of disqualification from the application. For the ease of the candidates, we have provided the key details from the notification in the article below.
ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Contractual Recruitment 2026
This is a great opportunity for eligible medical, para-medical and non-medical candidates who want to serve under the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme. They can apply for these posts through ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026 by submitting their application at Station Headquarters ECHS, Fort Saint George, Chennai - 600009. After applying, the selection of candidates will be based on an objective type written test on the relevant subject, practical tests as applicable and a personal interview.
| ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | ECHS Cell, Station HQ Chennai (Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India) |
| Posts | Medical Specialist / Radiologist / Gynaecologist / Medical Officer / Dental Officer / Lab Assistant / Lab Technician / Pharmacist / Nursing Assistant / Radiographer / Physiotherapist / Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist / Officer-in-Charge / Driver / Female Attendant / Safaiwala / Chowkidar |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 July 2026 |
| Contract Period | 01 Oct 2026 to 31 Mar 2027 (12 months for ESM / 11 months for others) |
| Place of Posting | ECHS Polyclinics at Vellore, Chennai, Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Villupuram, Puducherry & Cuddalore |
| Selection Process | Written Test / Practical Test & Interview |
| Official Website | www.echs.gov.in |
| Contact | Email: [email protected] |
How Many Vacancies Announced for ECHS Chennai Posts?
Vacancies have been announced across Medical Staff, Para Medical Staff and Non Medical Staff categories for nine ECHS Polyclinics under the jurisdiction of Station HQ Chennai. Through the given table, candidates can check post-wise vacancy details along with place of vacancy, qualification and remuneration.
| ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Vacancy 2026 - Medical Staff | |||||
| Sr No | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Place of Vacancy | Age Limit | Gross Monthly Remuneration |
| 2.1 | Medical Specialist | 03 | Chennai-02, Tiruvannamalai-01 | 68 Years | Rs. 1,30,000/- |
| 2.2 | Radiologist | 02 | Vellore-01, Chennai-01 | 68 Years | Rs. 1,30,000/- |
| 2.3 | Gynaecologist | 02 | Vellore-01, Chennai-01 | 68 Years | Rs. 1,30,000/- |
| 2.4 | Medical Officer | 10 | Vellore, Chennai, Chennai (RC), Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Puducherry (01 each) | 66 Years | Rs. 95,000/- |
| 2.5 | Dental Officer | 07 | Vellore, Chennai, Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Cuddalore (01 each) | 63 Years | Rs. 95,000/- |
| ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Vacancy 2026 - Para Medical Staff | |||||
| Sr No | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Place of Vacancy | Age Limit | Gross Monthly Remuneration |
| 2.6 | Lab Assistant | 01 | Vellore-01 | 56 Years | Rs. 36,500/- |
| 2.7 | Lab Technician | 08 | Vellore, Chennai, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Villupuram, Puducherry, Cuddalore (01 each) | 56 Years | Rs. 36,500/- |
| 2.8 | Pharmacist | 07 | Vellore, Chennai, Chennai^, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Puducherry, Cuddalore (01 each) | 56 Years | Rs. 36,500/- |
| 2.9 | Nursing Assistant | 10 | Vellore-02, Chennai-01, Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Villupuram, Puducherry (01 each) | 56 Years | Rs. 36,500/- |
| 2.10 | Radiographer | 01 | Vellore-01 | 56 Years | Rs. 36,500/- |
| 2.11 | Physiotherapist | 02 | Chennai-01, Tiruvannamalai-01 | 56 Years | Rs. 36,500/- |
| 2.12 | Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist | 07 | Vellore, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Villupuram, Puducherry, Cuddalore (01 each) | 56 Years | Rs. 36,500/- |
| ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Vacancy 2026 - Non Medical Staff | |||||
| Sr No | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Place of Vacancy | Age Limit | Gross Monthly Remuneration |
| 2.13 | Officer-in-Charge | 05 | Vellore, Chennai, Tiruvannamalai, Island Grounds, Puducherry (01 each) | 63 Years | Rs. 95,000/- |
| 2.14 | Driver | 02 | Avadi-01, Cuddalore-01 | 53 Years | Rs. 25,600/- |
| 2.15 | Female Attendant | 07 | Vellore, Chennai, Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Puducherry (01 each) | 53 Years | Rs. 21,800/- |
| 2.16 | Safaiwala | 01 | Villupuram-01 | 53 Years | Rs. 21,800/- |
| 2.17 | Chowkidar | 05 | Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Cuddalore (01 each) | 53 Years | Rs. 21,800/- |
Medical Specialists, Gynaecologist and Radiologist can also apply for Part Time. Gross monthly part time remuneration is Rs. 4670/- per day (04 hours), Rs. 3500/- per day (03 hours) and Rs. 2330/- per day (02 hours). ^ vacancy pay scale will be in lieu of Lab Assistant.
What is the Last Date to Apply 2026?
Here, for the ease of the candidates, we have provided all important dates for ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Recruitment 2026 regarding the application last date and contract period.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Submit Application | 11 July 2026 |
| Contract Start Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Contract End Date | 31 March 2027 |
What are the Eligibility Criteria?
The recruitment notification includes vacancies for Medical Staff, Para Medical Staff and Non Medical Staff posts across multiple polyclinics. Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualifications, experience and age criteria to be eligible for the respective positions.
Educational Qualification & Experience
Medical Staff:
- Medical Specialist: MD/MS in Speciality concerned/DNB with minimum 3 years post-graduation experience in the subject concerned.
- Radiologist: PG Degree in the concerned Speciality with minimum 3 years post-graduation experience. DMC Registration is must.
- Gynaecologist: MD/MS in Speciality concerned/DNB with minimum 3 years post-graduation experience.
- Medical Officer: MBBS with minimum 3 years experience after internship. Preferable additional qualification in Medicine/Surgery.
- Dental Officer: BDS with minimum 3 years work experience.
Para Medical Staff:
- Lab Assistant: Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT)/Class-I Lab Technician Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience in Medical Laboratory.
- Lab Technician: BSc (Medical Lab Technician) or 10+2 with Science & DMLT/Class-I Lab Technician Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 3 years experience as Lab Assistant in Medical Laboratory.
- Pharmacist: B Pharmacy or 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology and Diploma in Pharmacy with minimum 3 years experience as a Pharmacist.
- Nursing Assistant: GNM Diploma/Class-I NAC Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience.
- Radiographer: Diploma/Class-I Radiographer Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience.
- Physiotherapist: Diploma/Class-I Physiotherapy Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience as a Physiotherapist.
- Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist: Diploma in Dental Hygienist Course/Class-I DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 3 years experience as Dental Hygienist in recognized Dental Laboratory/Clinic/Hospital.
Non Medical Staff:
- Officer-in-Charge: Reserved for Retired Defence Officers with minimum 5 years experience in health care institution or managerial positions.
- Driver: Min passed Class-8th/Class-I Driver MT (Armed Forces), holding a valid civil driving license (LMV) with minimum 5 years experience as a driver.
- Female Attendant: Literate with minimum 5 years experience in civil/Army Health institutions.
- Safaiwala: Literate with minimum 5 years service.
- Chowkidar: Education Class 8th Std or GD Trade (Armed Forces).
How To Apply For ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Posts?
Here, we have provided the direct, simple and easy steps to apply for the ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Recruitment 2026 posts. Every candidate can follow these steps one by one and submit the application.
- Visit the official ECHS website at www.echs.gov.in and download the prescribed application format.
- Fill in the individual application form for each post with Passport size photograph duly affixed.
- Mention "Application for the post of ______" on top of the envelope.
- Attach all supporting documents: PPO, Discharge Book, ESM Identity Card, Aadhar Card & PAN Card, educational certificates/mark sheets, valid registration certificate, computer course certificate, experience certificates, medical fitness certificate and NOC from current employer (if applicable).
- Submit the completed application to Station Headquarters ECHS, Fort Saint George, Chennai - 600009 on or before 11 July 2026.
- Shortlisted candidates will be intimated through SMS/Email for the interview date, time and venue.
- Attend the Written Test/Practical Test and Interview on the intimated date with all original documents.
Selection Process (Written Test, Practical Test & Interview)
The ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Selection Process 2026 consists of an objective type written test on the relevant subject and practical tests as applicable, followed by a personal interview. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated telephonically/through SMS/Email. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview. Selected candidates will undergo 10 days On Job Training (OJT) before signing the contract. OJT will be unpaid but mandatory.
- Objective Type Written Test on Relevant Subject
- Practical Test (as applicable)
- Personal Interview
- 10 Days On Job Training (OJT) - Unpaid but Mandatory before signing contract
