ECHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 17 Aug (Punjab)

Verified from official source on 15 Aug 2026

ECHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 17 Aug (Punjab)

📍 PunjabEx-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Polyclinic Faridkot — Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India | Advt No. PC Faridkot 132Central Govt Jobs
Application Mode:Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post)
Total Posts
1
Minimum Qualification
MBBS

Overview

Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Polyclinic Faridkot, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released ECHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 for 1 post under Advertisement No. PC Faridkot 132. Is ECHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 out? Yes — the notification was released on 10 August 2026, offering MBBS-qualified doctors with at least five years of experience a contractual medical officer opportunity at this ECHS polyclinic in Faridkot, Punjab. ECHS operates a nationwide network of polyclinics serving ex-servicemen, war widows, and their dependents, and frequently runs multiple concurrent recruitment drives across different polyclinics to fill Medical Officer and support staff vacancies. The selected Medical Officer will provide medical care to ex-servicemen and their dependents at ECHS Polyclinic Faridkot. Selection consists of a Written Test, a Practical Exam, and an Interview. Salary is ₹95,000 per month. The application is submitted offline via post; the completed application form must be sent by Speed Post/Registered Post. The last date for application submission is 17 August 2026. There is no application fee mentioned. Candidates must read the complete official notification PDF, available at echs.gov.in, before applying.

Qualification

MBBS with a minimum of five years of relevant medical experience. Distinct from ECHS's other concurrently open Medical & Non-Medical staff recruitments at different polyclinics.

Age Limit

  • Not specified in the official notification

Eligibility

  • MBBS with a minimum of five years of relevant medical experience
  • This is an ad-hoc contractual engagement, not a permanent institutional staff position
  • No application fee is mentioned in the official notification
  • Distinct from ECHS's other concurrently open Medical & Non-Medical staff recruitments at different polyclinics, such as Panaji/Sindhudurg and Ludhiana
  • Candidates should confirm the exact reporting location, ECHS Polyclinic Faridkot, before applying
  • Given the specialised medical nature of the role, candidates should ensure their five years of experience is clearly documented and verifiable through official experience certificates

Important Dates

  1. Notification Date

    10 Aug 2026

  2. Last Date to Apply

    17 Aug 2026

Application Fee

  • No application fee mentioned in the official notification

Salary

  • ₹95,000 per month

How to Apply

  1. Read the official ECHS Medical Officer 2026 notification carefully before applying
  2. Download the application form from the official website, www.echs.gov.in
  3. Fill the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and experience details
  4. Attach self-attested copies of required documents, photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates
  5. Check all application details carefully and thoroughly before final submission
  6. Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post/Registered Post or as instructed
  7. Ensure the completed application reaches before the last date, 17 August 2026
  8. Keep a photocopy of the fully submitted application form for future reference
  9. Prepare thoroughly for the Written Test, Practical Exam, and Interview stages, since all three form part of the selection process
  10. Confirm exact venue and schedule details for each selection stage once contacted after application screening

Selection Process

  • Written Test
  • Practical Exam
  • Interview

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of Posts
Medical Officer1

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWSNil
SC / ST / PwD / FemaleNil

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for ECHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 (Faridkot)?+
The last date for application submission is 17 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there for this ECHS Medical Officer post?+
There is 1 vacancy for the Medical Officer position at ECHS Polyclinic Faridkot.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for this post?+
MBBS with a minimum of five years of relevant medical experience.
Q4. What is the salary for the ECHS Medical Officer post?+
Selected candidates will receive ₹95,000 per month, a competitive rate for this ad-hoc contractual medical position.
Q5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?+
Selection involves a three-stage process: a Written Test, a Practical Exam, and an Interview.
Q6. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?+
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Q7. How do I apply for ECHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?+
Applications must be sent via Speed Post or Registered Post to the exact address specified in the official notification document.
Q8. Is this a permanent position at ECHS?+
No, this is an ad-hoc contractual engagement.
Q9. Is this the same post as ECHS's other current recruitments?+
No, this posting is specific to ECHS Polyclinic Faridkot in Punjab, distinct from ECHS's other concurrently open recruitments at Panaji/Sindhudurg and Ludhiana.
Q10. Where is the job location for this ECHS Medical Officer post?+
The job location is ECHS Polyclinic Faridkot, Punjab, serving the local ex-servicemen and veteran community.
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