The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released an official employment notice inviting applications for various posts at ECHS Polyclinic, Pithoragarh. This recruitment drive is aimed at engaging qualified and experienced medical and non-medical staff on a contractual basis. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and seize the opportunity to work in a prestigious defence-related organization. Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen.
Important Dates
Starting Date for Application Submission: Already Started
Last Date for Application Submission: 13 May 2025
Interview Date: Will be informed to shortlisted candidates through telephone/email
OJT (On Job Training): 10 days before assuming charge (mandatory and unpaid)
Application Fee
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned for any category.
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Number of Vacancies
Location
Medical Specialist
531
ECHS Polyclinic, Pithoragarh
Gynaecologist
417
ECHS Polyclinic, Pithoragarh
Peon
511
ECHS Polyclinic, Pithoragarh
Eligibility Criteria
Medical Specialist
Educational Qualification:
MD/MS in the concerned specialty or DNB.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of work experience after post-graduation in the relevant specialty.
Gynaecologist
Educational Qualification:
MD/MS in Gynaecology or DNB.
Experience:
A minimum of 5 times ofpost-qualification professional experience in the applicable field is needed.
Peon
Educational Qualification:
Passed Class 8 OR
GD Trade (Armed Forces equivalent).
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of work experience is required.
Age Limit
The maximum age for engagement will be as per ECHS rules and regulations.
Engagement will be initially for 11 months (for civilians) and for 1 year (for Ex-Servicemen), renewable based on performance and age criteria.
Pay Scale (Remuneration)
Medical Specialist: Rs. 1,00,000 per month
Gynaecologist: Rs. 1,00,000 per month
Peon: Rs. 16,800 per month
Selection Process
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted according to their eligibility and relevant work experience.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the date and time of the interview via telephone/email.
Documents Verification: Candidates must produce all original certificates and documents during the interview.
On-Job Training (OJT): Selected candidates for posts such as Medical Specialist, Gynaecologist, Radiologist, Medical Officer, and Dental Officer must undergo mandatory 10-day unpaid OJT and obtain a completion certificate before formally joining.
How to Apply
Application Form: Interested applicants should either download the application form from the official ECHS website or collect it directly from the ECHS Cell, Pithoragarh.
Filling the Form: Complete the application form in the prescribed format.
Documents Required:
Self-attested photocopies of educational qualification certificates
Work experience certificates
Medical fitness certificate countersigned by SEMO/CMO
Discharge book/PPO/Service records (for Ex-Servicemen)
Two passport-size recent color photographs
Submission: Submit the duly filled application along with supporting documents in duplicate to: OIC Station HQ, ECHS Cell, Pithoragarh on or before 13 May 2025.
Communication: Candidates will be informed about the interview schedule through telephone/email.