The Ex Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme, Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Leh, under the Ministry of Defence, is hiring for ten contractual positions in Ladakh. The vacancies cover Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Nursing Assistant (General), Pharmacist, Lab Technician, Dental Assistant, Clerk, Chowkidar, Female Attendant and Sub-Intend posts. These roles support the ECHS polyclinic that provides healthcare services to ex-servicemen and their dependents in the Leh region.
ECHS Medical Officer, Dental Officer and More Recruitment 2026
Posted 14 Oct 2026Updated 14 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
10
Last Date
20 Nov
33 days left
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Last date 20 Nov 2026 · 33 days left
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About ECHS Medical Officer, Dental Officer and More Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Ex Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme , Station HQ , Leh
- Post Name
- Medical Officer, Dental Officer and 8 more
- Job Location
- Leh, Ladakh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 65 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act 1948
- Tenure
- One year for Ex-Servicemen and 11 months for Civilian staff, renewable for an additional period of one year or 11 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Medical Officer
1
Dental Officer
1
Nursing Assistant (General)
1
Pharmacist
1
Lab Technician
1
Dental Assistant
1
Clerk
1
Chowkidar
1
Female Attendant
1
Sub-Intend (Safaiwala)
1
Total10
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | 1 |
| Dental Officer | 1 |
| Nursing Assistant (General) | 1 |
| Pharmacist | 1 |
| Lab Technician | 1 |
| Dental Assistant | 1 |
| Clerk | 1 |
| Chowkidar | 1 |
| Female Attendant | 1 |
| Sub-Intend (Safaiwala) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 10 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Medical Officer1 post
- Qualification
- MBBS
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years after internship. Preferable: Additional qualification in Medicine/Surgery.
Dental Officer1 post
- Qualification
- BDS
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years work experience.
Nursing Assistant (General)1 post
- Qualification
- G.N.M. Diploma / Class-I Nursing Assistants Course (Armed Forces)
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years of experience.
Pharmacist1 post
- Qualification
- (i) Pharmacy from a recognized institute OR 10+2 with science stream (Physics Chemistry and Biology) from a recognized Board AND (ii) Approved Diploma in Pharmacy from an institute recognized by the Pharmacy council of India and registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act 1948.
- Experience
- Minimum 03 years experience.
Lab Technician1 post
- Qualification
- (i) B.Sc. (Medical Lab Technology) OR minimum 03 years experience as a lab assistant in a Medical Lab OR (ii) Matriculation / Higher Secondary/ Senior Secondary (10+2) with science from recognized institution/ Board. (iii) Diploma In Medical Lab Technology from a recognized institution.
- Experience
- Minimum 03 years of experience as a lab assistant or in Medical Lab.
Dental Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- Diploma Holder in Dental Hygiene/ Class-I DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces)
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years of experience.
Clerk1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate/ Class-I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces)
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years of experience.
Chowkidar1 post
- Qualification
- Class 8th / General Duty Trade for Armed Forces personnel.
Female Attendant1 post
- Qualification
- Literate
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years of experience in Civil/Army Health institutions.
Sub-Intend (Safaiwala)1 post
- Qualification
- Literate
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years work experience.
Age Limit
Maximum 65 years, subject to performance
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Candidates will be interviewed in the third week of December 2026 at Station Headquarters, Leh; no TA/DA is admissible.
- 2Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates including matriculation, degree/diploma certificates, work experience certificates and passport size photographs.
Salary Structure
Medical Officer
Pay: Rs. 75,000 per month (fixed remuneration)
Dental Officer
Pay: Rs. 75,000 per month (fixed remuneration)
Nursing Assistant (General)
Pay: Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration)
Pharmacist
Pay: Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration)
Lab Technician
Pay: Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration)
Dental Assistant
Pay: Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration)
Clerk
Pay: Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration)
Chowkidar
Pay: Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration)
Female Attendant
Pay: Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration)
Sub-Intend (Safaiwala)
Pay: Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | Rs. 75,000 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Dental Officer | Rs. 75,000 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Nursing Assistant (General) | Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Pharmacist | Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Lab Technician | Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Dental Assistant | Rs. 28,100 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Clerk | Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Chowkidar | Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Female Attendant | Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration) |
| Sub-Intend (Safaiwala) | Rs. 16,800 per month (fixed remuneration) |
How to Apply
- 1Download or obtain the application format from the official website echs.gov.in
- 2Fill in the application form with all required personal and educational details
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of testimonials in support of educational qualifications and work experience
- 4Send the completed application by post or submit it physically to ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters, Leh
- 5Make sure the application reaches the address on or before 20 November 2026
Reporting Venue
ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters, Leh
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested photocopies of educational qualification certificates
•Mark sheets and degree certificates
•Work experience certificates
•Degree/diploma registration certificates where applicable
•Any other testimonials in support of application claims
Important Details
- Each post is filled 70% from Ex-Servicemen and 30% from civilian candidates.
- The upper age limit is 65 years, subject to performance.
- Contractual appointments run for one year for Ex-Servicemen and 11 months for civilian staff, renewable for further periods.
- No TA/DA is admissible for the interview.
- Applications received after the last date will not be accepted.
Reservation
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)
Share: 70%
Civilian
Share: 30%
| Category | Share |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 70% |
| Civilian | 30% |
Undertaking
Every applicant for contractual employment under ECHS must submit an undertaking at the time of application.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01702 795814
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