ECHS Agartala Recruitment 2026: Vacancies, Salary, Eligibility, Last Date 14 Feb

Recruitment Overview

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station HQ Agartala, under the Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, has released an Employment Notice for the financial year 2026-27. This notification invites applications from eligible candidates to engage 13 Medical, Para Medical, and Non-Medical Staff on a contractual basis for the ECHS Polyclinic Agartala.

The appointment will be for a period of one year (01 Apr 2026 to 31 Mar 2027) for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and 11 months for civil candidates. This is a Direct Recruitment process based on merit and an interview, not a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights: High-paying roles for Medical Officers (₹95,000/-), specialized positions for Pharmacists and Lab Technicians, and support staff roles. Preference is given to Ex-Servicemen.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Officer-in-Charge: Graduate with 5 years work experience in healthcare institutions or Managerial Positions.
• Medical Officer: MBBS (after internship) is mandatory. Preferable additional qualification in medicine/surgery & 5 years experience.
• Dental Officer: Merit in BDS. PG / Other Additional Qualification & 5 years experience.
• Pharmacist: B Pharmacy & 3 years experience.
• Lab Technician: DMLT / Class I Lab Tech Course (Armed Forces) & 5 years experience.
• Dental A/T/H: Diploma holder in Dental Hyg / Class- I DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces) & 3 years experience.
• Nursing Assistant: GNM Diploma / Class- I Nursing Asst Course (Armed Forces) & 5 years experience.
• DEO: Graduate / Class I Clerical trade (Armed Forces) & 5 years experience.
• Driver: Education- 8th Class / Class-I MT Driver (Armed Forces) & a valid Civil Driving Licence & 5 years experience.
• Female Attendant: Literate & 5 years experience in Civil/Army Health institutions.
• Peon: Education-Class 8 / GD trade (Armed Forces) & 5 years experience.
• Chowkidar: Education-Class 8th or GD trade for Armed Forces.
• Safaiwala: Literate & 5 years experience.

Age Limit

Specific age limits are not mentioned in the text. However, candidates must have the required experience as listed above. Since this is a contractual engagement, age is generally not a strict barrier as long as medical fitness is maintained.

Preference

Preference will be given to Ex-servicemen (ESM).

Mandatory Requirements

• Physical Property Declaration: Selected candidates for Medical Officer and Dental Officer must deposit a declaration of movable and immovable assets (APR) before appointment.
• On-the-Job Training (OJT): All selected candidates must undergo 10 days of unpaid OJT and obtain a certificate before signing the contract.

Selection Process

This recruitment does not involve a written examination (Prelims/Mains). Selection is based on an Interview.

1. Screening: Verification of documents to ensure candidates meet qualitative requirements.
2. Interview: Candidates must report at Station HQ Agartala. No TA/DA is admissible.
3. Document Verification: Submission of original certificates, PPO, Service Records, etc.

Application Fee

The Employment Notice does not specify an application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for any updates, but generally, ECHS contractual recruitment does not require a fee.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

This is an Offline application process. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.echs.gov.in.
2. Download Application Format: Find the "Application Form" under the ECHS Cell Stn HQ Agartala section or the specific advertisement notification.
3. Fill the Form: Enter all personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
4. Prepare Documents: Gather self-attested photocopies of:
   • Educational Qualification Certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, Diploma).
   • Work Experience Certificates.
   • Discharge Book, PPO, and Service Records (for ESM).
   • Passport size photographs.
5. Submit Application: Send the filled application form along with documents in duplicate (two sets) to the following address:
   OIC ECHS Cell, Stn HQ Agartala.
6. Deadline: Ensure the application reaches by 14 Feb 2026 at 14:00 Hrs. Applications received after this time will be rejected.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Receipt of Application: 14 February 2026 (by 14:00 Hrs)
• Interview Date: 18 February 2026
• Reporting Time for Interview: 09:00 Hrs
• Interview Timing: 10:00 Hrs to 14:00 Hrs
• Commencement of Duty: 01 April 2026 (for ESM)

Important Links Section

• Notification PDF & Application Format: Download ECHS Agartala Advertisement PDF
• Official Website: www.echs.gov.in
• Contact Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
• Contact Phone: 0381-2950204