The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme, functioning under the Ministry of Defence, has announced recruitment at its Station HQ in Abohar, Punjab, for Medical Officer and Nursing Assistant posts on a contractual basis. A total of two vacancies are on offer for engagement at the ECHS Polyclinic, Type 'E' (Mobile) Abohar, which provides healthcare services to ex-servicemen and eligible civilian candidates in the region.
ECHS Medical Officer and Nursing Assistant Recruitment 2026
Posted 08 Oct 2026Updated 08 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
16 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Offline
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 16 Oct 2026
- Notification02 Oct
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed16 Oct
About ECHS Medical Officer and Nursing Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme , Abohar
- Post Name
- Medical Officer and Nursing Assistant
- Job Location
- Abohar, Punjab
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- One year for ex-servicemen (ESM) and 11 months for civilian candidates
Vacancy Breakdown
Medical Officer
1
Nursing Assistant
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | 1 |
| Nursing Assistant | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Medical Officer1 post
- Qualification
- MBBS and minimum 03 years experience after internship. Preferable additional qualifications in Medicine/Surgery.
- Experience
- Minimum 03 years experience after internship
- Age Limit
- Maximum 66 years
- Note
- Selected candidate will carry out a 10 days OJT with the previous incumbent and obtain a certificate before signing the contract; the OJT period is unpaid.
- Ex-serviceman Reservation
- 60%
- Contract Duration
- One year for ESM, 11 months for civilian candidates
Nursing Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- GNM Diploma/Class I Nursing Course (Armed Forces) and minimum 5 years experience.
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years experience
- Age Limit
- Maximum 56 years
- Ex-serviceman Reservation
- 70%
- Contract Duration
- One year for ESM, 11 months for civilian candidates
Age Limit
Medical Officer: maximum 66 years; Nursing Assistant: maximum 56 years
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Interview held at Station HQ Abohar at 1100 hours on 21 Oct 2026, with candidates reporting at 1000 hours carrying original certificates.
Salary Structure
Medical Officer
Pay: Rs. 95000 per month
Nursing Assistant
Pay: Rs. 36500 per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | Rs. 95000 per month |
| Nursing Assistant | Rs. 36500 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Download the application format from the ECHS website or obtain the details from Station HQ Abohar
- 2Fill the application form in the required format
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of testimonials in support of educational qualification and work experience
- 4Attach mark sheets, degrees, discharge book, PPO, service records and two passport size colour photographs
- 5Send the complete application in duplicate by post to Station HQ (ECHS) Abohar (Punjab) 152116
- 6Make sure the application reaches on or before 16 Oct 2026
Reporting Venue
Station HQ (ECHS) Abohar (Punjab) - 152116
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (Matric
•10+2
•Graduation/post graduation/diploma/course)
•Work experience certificates
•Discharge book
•PPO
•Service records
•Two passport size colour photographs
Important Details
- Applications must be submitted in duplicate.
- Candidates must reach Station HQ Abohar at 1000 hours on 21 Oct 2026 for the interview carrying original certificates, mark sheets and degrees of Matric, 10+2 and graduation/post graduation/diploma/course, work experience records, discharge book, PPO, service records and two passport size colour photographs.
- No TA/DA is admissible.
- Only candidates meeting the qualitative requirements may apply.
On Job Training (OJT)
The candidate selected for the post of Medical Officer will carry out a 10 days OJT with the previous incumbent and obtain a certificate before signing the contract. The duration of OJT will remain unpaid.
Ex-serviceman Reservation
Medical Officer
Ex-serviceman Reservation: 60%
Nursing Assistant
Ex-serviceman Reservation: 70%
| Appointment | Ex-serviceman Reservation |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | 60% |
| Nursing Assistant | 70% |
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 8591709634, 9915985730
Frequently Asked Questions
Can civilian candidates apply for these ECHS Abohar posts?
Yes. The notice is open to ex-servicemen and civilian candidates, with the contract running one year for ESM and 11 months for civilians.
Is the on job training paid?
No. The 10 days OJT for the Medical Officer post is unpaid, and the certificate must be obtained before signing the contract.
Is TA/DA given for attending the interview?
No, no TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview at Station HQ Abohar.
How many copies of the application have to be sent?
The application, along with self-attested copies of testimonials, must be submitted in duplicate to Station HQ (ECHS) Abohar.
Spotted a mistake in this post? Report it
Tags
Organization