ECHS Thiruvananthapuram Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 172 Medical, Technical & Support Staff Posts

Introduction

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 172 contractual posts for its polyclinics in Thiruvananthapuram. This recruitment drive covers a wide range of positions including Medical Specialists, Dental Officers, Nurses, Technical Staff, and Support Staff.

Candidates interested in these government contractual roles can apply offline by sending their applications to the Station Headquarters. The last date to receive the application form is 10th February 2026. Selection will be based on eligibility scrutiny, a written test, and an interview.

Overview Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Officer-in-Charge Polyclinic

• Essential: Graduate. Only retired service officers from Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force drawing pension from Defence estimates through CDA.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years work experience in Health care institution or managerial positions.

Eligibility for Gynaecologist

• Essential: MD/MS in speciality concerned / DNB.
• Experience: Minimum 03 years experience in the specialty.

Eligibility for Medical Specialist (Gen Med)

• Essential: Recognized Post Graduate qualification in the concerned specialty.
• Experience: Requisite post-PG experience as specified in the notification.

Eligibility for Radiologist

• Essential: Recognized medical qualification as per Indian Medical Council Act 1956 with Post Graduate degree in Radiology.
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience in the specialty after Post Graduation.

Eligibility for Medical Officer

• Essential: MBBS.
• Experience: Minimum 03 years experience after internship; preferable additional qualification in Medicine/Surgery.

Eligibility for Dental Officer

• Essential: BDS.
• Experience: Minimum 03 years work experience after internship.

Eligibility for Dental Hygienist

• Essential: Diploma Holder in Dental Hygiene / Class 1 DH / DORA Course (Armed Forces).
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience in dental lab.

Eligibility for Radiographer

• Essential: Diploma / Class 1 Radiographer Course (Armed Forces).
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience.

Eligibility for Physiotherapist

• Essential: Diploma / Class 1 Physiotherapy Course (Armed Forces).
• Experience: Minimum five years experience.

Eligibility for Nursing Assistant

• Essential: Class 1 Nursing Assistant Course (Armed Forces).
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience.

Eligibility for Pharmacist

• Essential: B Pharm OR 10+2 with Science stream and Diploma in Pharmacy. Registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act 1948.
• Experience: Minimum 03 years experience.

Eligibility for Laboratory Assistant

• Essential: DMLT / Class-1 Lab Tech Course (Armed Forces).
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience in Lab.

Eligibility for Laboratory Technician

• Essential: B.Sc (Medical Lab Technology) OR 10+2 with Science and Diploma in Medical Lab Technology.
• Experience: Minimum 03 years experience as Lab Assistant.

Eligibility for Driver

• Essential: 8th Class / Class 1 MT Driver (Armed Forces) possessing a civil driving license (LMV).
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience as driver.

Eligibility for Safaiwala

• Essential: Literate.
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience.

Eligibility for Female Attendant

• Essential: Literate.
• Experience: Minimum 05 years experience in Civil / Army Health Institutions.

Eligibility for Chowkidar

• Essential: Class VIII or GD Trade for Armed Forces personnel.

Eligibility for Peon

• Essential: Class VIII / GD Trade (Armed Forces).
• Experience: Minimum 05 years service.

Eligibility for Clerk/Data Entry Operator

• Essential: Graduate / Class-I Clerical trade (Armed Forces).
• Experience: Minimum 05 years service.

Age Limit

• Specialist Doctors (Gynaecologist, Medical Specialist, Radiologist): Maximum 68 years.
• Medical Officer: Maximum 66 years.
• Officer-in-Charge Polyclinic and Dental Officer: Maximum 63 years.
• Technical and Support Staff (Dental Hygienist, Radiographer, etc.): Maximum 56 years.
• Support Staff (Driver, Safaiwala, Attendant, Chowkidar, Peon, Clerk/DEO): Maximum 53 years.

Important Links

Here are the important links related to the ECHS Thiruvananthapuram Recruitment 2026:

• Official Notification PDF
• Official Website

Note: The application process is offline. Download the application form from the official notification, fill it, and send it to Station Headquarters (ECHS), Pangode, Thirumala PO, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 006.

FAQs

Q: What is the last date to apply for ECHS Thiruvananthapuram Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the application form is 10 February 2026.

Q: What is the mode of application?
A: The application mode is Offline. Candidates need to send the printed application form via post.

Q: Is there any application fee?
A: No application fee details are mentioned in the notification.

Q: What is the age limit for Medical Officers?
A: The maximum age limit for Medical Officers is 66 years.

Q: What are the salary details?
A: Salary varies by post. For example, Medical Officers and Dental Officers receive Rs 95,000/- per month, while support staff positions range from Rs 21,800/- to Rs 36,500/- per month.