The Employees' Central Health Scheme (ECHS) is recruiting 36 contract professionals across medical, nursing, pharmacy, laboratory, clerical and support roles at healthcare centres in Mumbai and Raigad District, Maharashtra. Qualified candidates must apply offline by 27 November 2026.
Overview
ECHS operates healthcare centres across India, providing medical services to ex-servicemen and their families. This recruitment drive fills vacancies for specialist doctors, general practitioners, nursing staff, pharmacists, laboratory technicians, and administrative support personnel at Station Headquarters INS Angre Mumbai, INHS Asvini Mumbai, RC Mumbai (Noorbhoy Building) and PC Mahad Raigad. All positions are on a contract basis with monthly pay ranging from ₹21,800 to ₹1,30,000 depending on the post and qualifications.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Letter Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 27 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
ECHS is filling 36 contract positions across four locations. The role distribution includes 1 Medical Specialist, 2 Officers-in-Charge, 7 Medical Officers, 3 Dental Officers, medical support staff (Physiotherapist, Radiographer, Nursing Assistants, Lab Technicians, Lab Assistants, Pharmacists), and administrative staff (Clerks, Data Entry Operators, Peons, Safaiwala and Chowkidar). Specific vacancy numbers and salary details for each post are listed in the official notification.
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Specialist | 1 | ₹1,30,000 |
| Officer-in-Charge | 2 | ₹95,000 |
| Medical Officer | 7 | ₹95,000 |
| Dental Officer | 3 | ₹95,000 |
| Physiotherapist | 1 | ₹36,500 |
| Radiographer | 1 | ₹36,500 |
| Nursing Assistant | 3 | ₹36,500 |
| Lab Technician | 3 | ₹36,500 |
| Lab Assistant | 2 | ₹36,500 |
| Pharmacist | 3 | ₹36,500 |
| IT Technician | 1 | ₹36,500 |
| Clerk | 4 | ₹25,600–29,200 |
| Data Entry Operator | 2 | ₹21,800–29,200 |
| Peon | 2 | ₹21,800 |
| Safaiwala | 2 | ₹21,800 |
| Chowkidar | 1 | ₹21,800 |
Eligibility
Eligibility varies significantly by post. Medical Specialist positions require MD or MS in the relevant speciality with minimum 3 years post-graduation experience. Medical and Dental Officer posts require MBBS or BDS degrees respectively with 3 years practice experience. Nursing roles need GNM Diploma, BSC Nursing or equivalent armed forces certification with 5 years experience. Laboratory technician positions require B.SC (Medical Lab Tech) or DMLT with relevant experience. Pharmacy candidates must hold B-Pharma or 10+2 with registered D-Pharma from Pharmacy Council of India recognised institutions and 3 years experience. Clerical and administrative staff must be graduates or possess Class I armed forces trade certificates with 5 years experience. Support roles (Peon, Safaiwala) require Class 8 education or armed forces GD trade certificate. See the official notification for complete eligibility criteria for each individual post.
How to Apply
- Visit the ECHS official website to download the application form.
- Carefully fill all sections of the form with accurate personal, educational and professional information.
- Attach photocopies of educational certificates, experience letters, and proof of identity as prescribed.
- Mail the completed application by post to: Officer-in-Charge, Station Headquarters ECHS, INS Angre, SBS Road, Mumbai 400001.
- Ensure your application is received before the deadline of 27 November 2026.
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Salary
Contract salaries are position-specific and range from ₹21,800 per month for support staff to ₹1,30,000 per month for Medical Specialists. Senior medical and administrative posts (Medical Officers, Dental Officers, Officers-in-Charge) are remunerated at ₹95,000 monthly. Skilled professionals including Pharmacists, Lab Technicians, Radiographers and Nursing Assistants receive ₹36,500 monthly. Clerical staff earn between ₹25,600 and ₹29,200 depending on location, while Peons, Safaiwala and support personnel receive ₹21,800 monthly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the application deadline?
A. The last date to submit applications is 27 November 2026 by post.
Q. Are applications accepted online?
A. No, this recruitment is offline only. Candidates must send applications by post with supporting documents.
Q. What documents should I attach?
A. Attach photocopies of educational certificates, experience letters, identity proof and any other documents specified in the official notification.
Q. Can armed forces personnel apply?
A. Yes, candidates holding armed forces trade certificates or Class I courses are eligible for certain posts as detailed in the notification.
Q. Is there an application fee?
A. The notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment.
Q. Where should I send the application?
A. Mail applications to Officer-in-Charge, Station Headquarters ECHS, INS Angre, SBS Road, Mumbai 400001.
Applicants are advised to verify all details including eligibility, application procedure and deadlines on the official ECHS website before applying.