Ex Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 14 Medical Officers, Pharmacist and More Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official ECHS website. The last date to submit the application form is 12-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the ECHS Medical Officers, Pharmacist and More Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees Recruitment 2025 – Important Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme, Station HQ (ECHS Cell) Visakhapatnam (ECHS Visakhapatnam) |
| Post Name | Medical Officer, Medical Specialist, Pharmacist, Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist, Driver, Peon (contractual). |
| Total Vacancies | 14 Posts (various locations under Regional Centre ECHS (V) & ECHS Polyclinics). |
| Salary/Pay Scale | Rs. 21,800 to Rs. 1,30,000 per month depending on the post, as per ECHS contractual pay scales. |
| Educational Qualification | Post‑specific qualifications such as MBBS/MD/MS/DNB, B.Pharm/Diploma in Pharmacy, Dental H/T/A diploma, Class 8th plus Armed Forces trade/driver qualifications as detailed below. |
| Age Limit | Maximum age 53 to 70 years depending on the post and category (Employment/Contractual Service). |
| Application End Date | 12/12/2025 (last date to receive applications at Station HQ ECHS Cell Visakhapatnam). |
| Application Mode | Offline – by post/hand to OIC, Stn HQs (ECHS Cell), Nausena Baugh, PO – Gandhigram, Visakhapatnam – 530005. |
| Official Website | echs.gov.in |
ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees Recruitment 2025 is 14 posts, distributed across Regional Centre ECHS (V) and Polyclinics at Visakhapatnam‑1, Srikakulam, Kakinada and Vizianagaram.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | 05 (RC ECHS (V) – 01, VSKP‑1 – 02, SKLM – 01, KKD – 01) |
| Medical Specialist | 02 (VSKP‑1 – 01, VZM – 01) |
| Pharmacist | 01 (VSKP‑1 – 01) |
| Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist (Dental A/T/H) | 04 (VSKP‑1 – 01, SKLM – 01, KKD – 01, VZM – 01) |
| Driver | 01 (KKD – 01) |
| Peon | 01 (VSKP‑1 – 01) |
Eligibility Criteria
- Medical Officer: MBBS with minimum 3 years’ experience after internship; preferable additional qualifications in Medicine/Surgery.
- Medical Specialist: MD/MS in concerned speciality or DNB, with minimum 3 years’ experience in the subject concerned after post‑graduation.
- Pharmacist: B.Pharmacy or approved Diploma in Pharmacy from an institute recognized by Pharmacy Council of India and registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act 1948, with at least 3 years’ work experience.
- Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist: Diploma Holder in Dental H/T/A or Class I Dental H/T/A DORA Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years’ work experience in Dental Lab.
- Driver: Class 8th or Class I MT Driver (Armed Forces) with civil driving license and minimum 5 years’ work experience as driver.
- Peon: Education – Class 8 GD trade (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years’ work experience and competence in computer handling.
- Preference will be given to Ex‑Servicemen; candidates must meet the qualitative requirements mentioned against each post.
Age Limit (as on closing date)
- Medical Officer: Maximum 66 years (Employment) and 68 years (Contractual Service).
- Medical Specialist: Maximum 68 years (Employment) and 70 years (Contractual Service).
- Pharmacist: Maximum 56 years (Employment) and 58 years (Contractual Service).
- Dental A/T/H: Maximum 56 years (Employment) and 58 years (Contractual Service).
- Driver: Maximum 53 years (Employment) and 55 years (Contractual Service).
- Peon: Maximum 53 years (Employment) and 55 years (Contractual Service).
Salary/Stipend
- Medical Officer: Rs. 95,000 per month.
- Medical Specialist: Rs. 1,30,000 per month.
- Pharmacist: Rs. 36,500 per month.
- Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist: Rs. 36,500 per month.
- Driver: Rs. 25,600 per month.
- Peon: Rs. 21,800 per month.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 12/12/2025 (applications must reach OIC, Stn HQs (ECHS Cell), Visakhapatnam by this date) |
| Interview Date & Venue | Will be intimated telephonically/E‑mail/SMS to shortlisted candidates. |
Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview; interview date, timing and venue will be intimated telephonically, via E‑mail or SMS.
- At the time of interview, candidates must bring original certificates/mark sheets/degrees (10th, 10+2, Graduation/Post‑Graduation/Diploma/Courses), work experience certificates, Aadhaar, PAN card, discharge book, PPO and service records (for ESM) along with 2 passport size colour photographs; no TA/DA is admissible.
How to Apply
- Download the application format from the ECHS website (www.echs.gov.in) and fill it as per instructions.
- Attach self‑attested photocopies of testimonials in support of educational qualifications and work experience, and send the complete application to OIC, Stn HQs (ECHS Cell), Nausena Baugh, PO – Gandhigram, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh – 530005 so as to reach on or before 12/12/2025.
- Applications received after 12/12/2025 will not be accepted; only candidates meeting qualitative requirements should apply.
Instructions
- Terms & Conditions, detailed remuneration and application form are available on the ECHS website; candidates may also contact Station HQ (ECHS Cell) Visakhapatnam via phone 6309256655 or email [email protected], or approach concerned ECHS Polyclinic for details.
- Engagement is purely contractual for one year, renewable based on performance and up to the maximum age; preference will be given to Ex‑Servicemen, and only candidates fulfilling qualitative requirements should apply.
ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees Recruitment 2025 – Important Links
| Link Type | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| Join Arattai Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp |
| Sarkari Result | Check Results |
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ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees Recruitment 2025 - FAQs
1. What is the last apply date for ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees 2025?
Ans: The last date for receipt of applications is 12/12/2025; applications received after this date will not be accepted.
2. What is the eligibility to apply for ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees 2025?
Ans: Eligibility is post‑specific, including MBBS/MD/MS/DNB for Medical posts, B.Pharm/Diploma + registration for Pharmacist, Dental H/T/A diploma or Armed Forces equivalent for Dental A/T/H, and Class 8th with specified Armed Forces trade/driver experience for Driver and Peon, with required years of work experience.
3. What is the maximum age limit to apply for ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees 2025?
Ans: Maximum age ranges from 55 years (Driver/Peon contractual service) to 70 years (Medical Specialist contractual service), depending on the post.
4. How many vacancies are being recruited by ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees 2025?
Ans: A total of 14 vacancies are notified: 5 Medical Officers, 2 Medical Specialists, 1 Pharmacist, 4 Dental A/T/H, 1 Driver and 1 Peon.
5. What is the salary for ECHS Visakhapatnam Contractual Employees 2025?
Ans: Monthly consolidated pay ranges from Rs. 21,800 for Peon to Rs. 1,30,000 for Medical Specialist, with Medical Officer at Rs. 95,000, Pharmacist and Dental A/T/H at Rs. 36,500, and Driver at Rs. 25,600.
