ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026- Apply for Chowkidar, Safaiwala and Other Posts

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), situated at Station Headquarters Chennai under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026, Eligibility, Application Fees, Salary, Last Date, Apply Offline, ECHS has issued an official notification for recruitment to the posts of Chowkidar, Safaiwala, and other positions. This recruitment drive covers a total of 80 vacancies; all eligible and interested candidates may apply via the offline mode after reviewing the notification provided below.

The application process for ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026 has commenced; applications can be submitted until July 11, 2026. The selection process will be based on a written examination, a practical test, and an interview.

Vacancy Details

ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Vacancy 2026 – Medical Staff
Sr No	Post Name	Total Vacancies	Place of Vacancy	Age Limit	Gross Monthly Remuneration
2.1	Medical Specialist	03	Chennai-02, Tiruvannamalai-01	68 Years	Rs. 1,30,000/-
2.2	Radiologist	02	Vellore-01, Chennai-01	68 Years	Rs. 1,30,000/-
2.3	Gynaecologist	02	Vellore-01, Chennai-01	68 Years	Rs. 1,30,000/-
2.4	Medical Officer	10	Vellore, Chennai, Chennai (RC), Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Puducherry (01 each)	66 Years	Rs. 95,000/-
2.5	Dental Officer	07	Vellore, Chennai, Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Cuddalore (01 each)	63 Years	Rs. 95,000/-

ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Vacancy 2026 – Para Medical Staff
Sr No	Post Name	Total Vacancies	Place of Vacancy	Age Limit	Gross Monthly Remuneration
2.6	Lab Assistant	01	Vellore-01	56 Years	Rs. 36,500/-
2.7	Lab Technician	08	Vellore, Chennai, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Villupuram, Puducherry, Cuddalore (01 each)	56 Years	Rs. 36,500/-
2.8	Pharmacist	07	Vellore, Chennai, Chennai^, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Puducherry, Cuddalore (01 each)	56 Years	Rs. 36,500/-
2.9	Nursing Assistant	10	Vellore-02, Chennai-01, Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Villupuram, Puducherry (01 each)	56 Years	Rs. 36,500/-
2.10	Radiographer	01	Vellore-01	56 Years	Rs. 36,500/-
2.11	Physiotherapist	02	Chennai-01, Tiruvannamalai-01	56 Years	Rs. 36,500/-
2.12	Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist	07	Vellore, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Island Grounds, Villupuram, Puducherry, Cuddalore (01 each)	56 Years	Rs. 36,500/-

ECHS Chennai Polyclinics Vacancy 2026 – Non Medical Staff
Sr No	Post Name	Total Vacancies	Place of Vacancy	Age Limit	Gross Monthly Remuneration
2.13	Officer-in-Charge	05	Vellore, Chennai, Tiruvannamalai, Island Grounds, Puducherry (01 each)	63 Years	Rs. 95,000/-
2.14	Driver	02	Avadi-01, Cuddalore-01	53 Years	Rs. 25,600/-
2.15	Female Attendant	07	Vellore, Chennai, Avadi, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Puducherry (01 each)	53 Years	Rs. 21,800/-
2.16	Safaiwala	01	Villupuram-01	53 Years	Rs. 21,800/-
2.17	Chowkidar	05	Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Cuddalore (01 each)	53 Years	Rs. 21,800/-

Eligibility Criteria

Medical Staff:

• Medical Specialist: MD/MS in Speciality concerned/DNB with minimum 3 years post-graduation experience in the subject concerned.
• Radiologist: PG Degree in the concerned Speciality with minimum 3 years post-graduation experience. DMC Registration is must.
• Gynaecologist: MD/MS in Speciality concerned/DNB with minimum 3 years post-graduation experience.
• Medical Officer: MBBS with minimum 3 years experience after internship. Preferable additional qualification in Medicine/Surgery.
• Dental Officer: BDS with minimum 3 years work experience.

Para Medical Staff:

• Lab Assistant: Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT)/Class-I Lab Technician Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience in Medical Laboratory.
• Lab Technician: BSc (Medical Lab Technician) or 10+2 with Science & DMLT/Class-I Lab Technician Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 3 years experience as Lab Assistant in Medical Laboratory.
• Pharmacist: B Pharmacy or 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology and Diploma in Pharmacy with minimum 3 years experience as a Pharmacist.
• Nursing Assistant: GNM Diploma/Class-I NAC Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience.
• Radiographer: Diploma/Class-I Radiographer Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience.
• Physiotherapist: Diploma/Class-I Physiotherapy Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 5 years experience as a Physiotherapist.
• Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist: Diploma in Dental Hygienist Course/Class-I DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces) with minimum 3 years experience as Dental Hygienist in recognized Dental Laboratory/Clinic/Hospital.

Non Medical Staff:

• Officer-in-Charge: Reserved for Retired Defence Officers with minimum 5 years experience in health care institution or managerial positions.
• Driver: Min passed Class-8th/Class-I Driver MT (Armed Forces), holding a valid civil driving license (LMV) with minimum 5 years experience as a driver.
• Female Attendant: Literate with minimum 5 years experience in civil/Army Health institutions.
• Safaiwala: Literate with minimum 5 years service.
• Chowkidar: Education Class 8th Std or GD Trade (Armed Forces).
• For more details check the official notification.

Salary

• Salary details given in table.

Selection Process

• Written Test / Practical Test & Interview

ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026: How to Apply

• Visit the official website (https://www.echs.gov.in/) of ECHS. Candidates can apply Till 11 July 2026.
• Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying in “ECHS Chennai Recruitment 2026“.
• Now, Download the application form and fill all details.
• Attach Important documents and send the form to the prescribed address.
• Send the application via Speed Post / Registered Post.
• Ensure submission before 24 April 2026.

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