Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme Station Bangalore, a Ministry of Defence health scheme serving ex-servicemen, has announced recruitment for 35 contractual positions. The openings cover Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Pharmacist, Clerk/DEO, Driver, Lab Technician, Peon and other medical, para-medical and non-medical staff for ECHS polyclinics at Madikeri, BRV Bangalore, Mangalore, Shimoga, Virajpet and Whitefield. Preference is given to ex-servicemen and widows of service personnel.
ECHS Bangalore Pharmacist, Medical Officer and More Recruitment 2026
- Notification13 Oct
- Applications Opentill 02 Nov
- Exam10 Nov
About ECHS Bangalore Pharmacist, Medical Officer and More Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme Station Bangalore
- Post Name
- Medical Officer, Dental Officer and 11 more
- Job Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Pharmacist: registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act 1948; Driver: possession of a civil driving licence
- Tenure
- One year, renewable for an additional period of one year subject to performance and other conditions
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | 4 |
| Dental Officer | 1 |
| Lab Assistant | 3 |
| Lab Tech | 1 |
| Pharmacist | 5 |
| Nursing Asst | 1 |
| Dental Hygienist | 4 |
| Clerk/DEO | 3 |
| Driver | 2 |
| Chowkidar | 2 |
| Female Attendant | 3 |
| Peon | 2 |
| Safaiwala | 4 |
| Grand Total | 35 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Medical Officer4 posts
- Qualification
- MBBS
- Experience
- Minimum 03 years after internship. Preferable additional qualification in medicine/surgery
- Age Limit
- Up to 66 years
- Note
- 60% of the vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen.
Dental Officer1 post
- Qualification
- BDS
- Experience
- Minimum 03 years work experience
- Age Limit
- Up to 63 years
- Note
- 60% of the vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen.
Lab Assistant3 posts
- Qualification
- DMLT/Class I Lab Tech Course (ESM)
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years work experience in Lab
Lab Tech1 post
- Qualification
- BSc (MLT)/DMLT from Recognized Institution
- Experience
- Minimum 03 years experience as Lab Assistant in Medical Lab
Pharmacist5 posts
- Qualification
- B Pharmacy/Diploma in Pharmacy and registered as Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act 1948
- Experience
- Minimum 03 years work experience
- Age Limit
- Up to 56 years
- Note
- 70% of the vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen.
Nursing Asst1 post
- Qualification
- GNM Diploma/Class I NAC (ESM)
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years experience
Dental Hygienist4 posts
- Qualification
- Diploma in DH/Class I DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces)
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years experience in Dental Laboratory
Clerk/DEO3 posts
- Qualification
- Graduate/Class I Clk Trade (ESM), Computer Qualifications
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years experience
Driver2 posts
- Qualification
- Class 8th/Class I MT Driver (ESM), Possession of Civil driving licence
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years experience as driver
Chowkidar2 posts
- Qualification
- Class 8th or GD Trade (ESM)
- Age Limit
- Up to 53 years
- Note
- 70% of the vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen.
Female Attendant3 posts
- Qualification
- Literate
- Experience
- Minimum 05 years experience in Civil/Army Health institution
Peon2 posts
- Qualification
- Class 8th or GD Trade (ESM)
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years service
Safaiwala4 posts
- Qualification
- Literate
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years service
Age Limit
Medical Officer: up to 66 years; Dental Officer: up to 63 years; Pharmacist: up to 56 years; Chowkidar: up to 53 years
Selection Process
Each post has its own selection and exam — open a post to see its tests and marks.
Medical Officer4 posts
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test and interview are held for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Dental Officer1 post
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test and interview are held for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Lab Assistant3 posts
- Stages
- Interview — Only an interview is held for this post; only shortlisted candidates are called.
Lab Tech1 post
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test and interview are held for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Pharmacist5 posts
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test and interview are held for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Nursing Asst1 post
- Stages
- Interview — Only an interview is held for this post; only shortlisted candidates are called.
Dental Hygienist4 posts
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test and interview are held for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Clerk/DEO3 posts
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test and interview are held for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Driver2 posts
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test, interview and practical test are held for this post.
- Practical Test — A practical test is part of the selection for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Chowkidar2 posts
- Stages
- Written Test — Written test, interview and practical test are held for this post.
- Practical Test — A practical test is part of the selection for this post.
- Interview — Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Female Attendant3 posts
- Stages
- Interview — Only an interview is held for this post; only shortlisted candidates are called.
Peon2 posts
- Stages
- Interview — Only an interview is held for this post; only shortlisted candidates are called.
Safaiwala4 posts
- Stages
- Interview — Only an interview is held for this post; only shortlisted candidates are called.
- 1Written Test
Held for the posts marked for a written test and interview, and for those marked for a written test, interview and practical test.
- 2Practical Test
Held only for the posts marked for a written test, interview and practical test.
- 3Interview
Only shortlisted candidates are called; held on 10 and 11 November 2026 at Station Cell, Cubbon Road Bangalore between 0900h and 1500h.
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer | Rs. 95,000 per month |
| Dental Officer | Rs. 95,000 per month |
| Lab Assistant | Rs. 36,500 per month |
| Lab Tech | Rs. 36,500 per month |
| Pharmacist | Rs. 36,500 per month |
| Nursing Asst | Rs. 36,500 per month |
| Dental Hygienist | Rs. 36,500 per month |
| Clerk/DEO | Rs. 29,200 per month |
| Driver | Rs. 25,600 per month |
| Chowkidar | Rs. 21,800 per month |
| Female Attendant | Rs. 21,800 per month |
| Peon | Rs. 21,800 per month |
| Safaiwala | Rs. 21,800 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Download the application format from the official website echs.gov.in.
- 2Fill in the application form with the required details.
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of testimonials supporting your educational qualifications and work experience.
- 4Send the application by post or submit it in person to OIC ECHS Cell, Station Cell, Cubbon Road Bangalore-560001 so that it reaches by 02 November 2026, 1400h.
- 5Alternatively, email scanned copies of the documents to [email protected].
- 6Carry all original certificates, mark sheets, discharge book, PPO, service records and two passport-size colour photographs to the interview and written/practical test.
Reporting Venue
Station Cell, Cubbon Road Bangalore
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- The contractual engagement runs from 01 April 2027 onwards and is subject to manning documents for FY 2027-2028.
- Preference will be given to Ex-servicemen and widows of service personnel including war widows (Veer Nari) within the ambit of Government instructions.
- Applications received after 02 November 2026, 1400h will not be accepted.
- No TA/DA is admissible for the interview or tests.
ECHS Polyclinics Covered
The posts are at ECHS polyclinics located at Madikeri, BRV Bangalore, Mangalore, Shimoga, Virajpet and Whitefield.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 080-25322873
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