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ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K)

📍 Jammu & KashmirEx-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Jammu — Ministry of Defence, Govt. of IndiaDefence Jobs
Total Posts
27
Qualification
Varies by post: Literate/8th Pass (Peon, Female Attendant, Safaiwala, Driver); 10+2 with Science or Diploma (Lab Technician, Nursing Assistant, Physiotherapist, DEO/Clerk); B.Pharmacy/Diploma in Pharmacy (Pharmacist); MBBS with 5 years post-internship experience (Medical Officer); BDS (Dental Officer); MD/MS/DNB with 3 years post-PG experience (Medical Specialist, Gynaecologist); B.Tech in IT/Computer Science with relevant networking experience (IT Networking Technician). Minimum 2–5 years relevant experience required for most posts. Preference given to Ex-Servicemen.
Age Limit
Varies by post. Medical Officers up to 65 years; other posts as per ECHS norms. Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen as per Govt. of India rules.
Application Fee
No application fee. Application to be submitted in offline mode only — drop sealed envelope in Tender Box at ECHS Polyclinic Jammu gate.
Minimum Qualification
10th Pass

Overview

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Jammu, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 for 27 Medical, Para-Medical, and Non-Medical staff posts on a contractual basis. The ECHS Jammu 2026 notification covers 15 categories of posts including Medical Specialist, Gynaecologist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Pharmacist, Physiotherapist, Lab Technician, IT Networking Technician, Clerk/DEO, Driver, Peon, and Female Attendant at ECHS Polyclinic Jammu. Preference for all posts will be given to Ex-Servicemen. As of July 2026, applications are open for Jammu & Kashmir government jobs in the healthcare and defence sector. Selected ECHS Jammu 2026 staff will be posted at ECHS Polyclinic Jammu on a contractual basis valid up to 31 March 2027, renewable subject to satisfactory performance. The ECHS Jammu 2026 selection process consists of document verification and a walk-in interview at Station HQ Jammu on 20th, 21st, and 22nd August 2026. Salaries range from ₹21,800 per month for support staff up to ₹1,30,000 per month for specialist medical positions as per ECHS contractual norms. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The last date to apply for ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 is 11 August 2026 (11:00 AM). Applications must be submitted in duplicate in a sealed envelope and dropped in the Tender Box at ECHS Polyclinic Jammu gate — postal/courier applications will not be accepted. Candidates must download the prescribed application form from the official ECHS website at echs.gov.in and read the complete notification before applying for this offline walk-in recruitment for J&K Sarkari Naukri 2026.

Eligibility

- Literate to 8th pass for support roles (Peon, Female Attendant, Safaiwala, Driver) - 10+2 with Science or relevant Diploma for paramedical posts (Lab Tech, Nursing Assistant, Physiotherapist) - B.Pharmacy / Diploma in Pharmacy for Pharmacist post - MBBS with minimum 5 years post-internship experience for Medical Officer - BDS for Dental Officer - MD/MS/DNB with minimum 3 years post-PG experience for Medical Specialist/Gynaecologist - B.Tech in IT/Computer Science with relevant networking experience for IT Networking Technician - Minimum 2–5 years relevant experience required for most posts - Preference given to Ex-Servicemen for all posts - Candidates must be domicile of J&K or willing to serve at Jammu Polyclinic - Contractual basis only — not a permanent appointment

Important Dates

  1. Last Date to Apply

    11 Aug 2026

  2. Walk-in Interview Date 20–22 August 2026

    To be announced

Application Fee

No application fee. Application to be submitted in offline mode only — drop sealed envelope in Tender Box at ECHS Polyclinic Jammu gate.

Salary

Medical Specialist/Gynaecologist: ₹1,30,000 per month | Medical Officer: ₹95,000 per month | Dental Officer: ₹75,000 per month | Pharmacist/Lab Technician/Physiotherapist: ₹30,000–₹45,000 per month | DEO/Clerk: ₹25,000–₹30,000 per month | Driver/Peon/Support Staff: ₹21,800 per month. Contractual engagement up to 31 March 2027, renewable based on performance.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official ECHS website at echs.gov.in and download the prescribed application form 2. Download and read the complete official notification PDF carefully for post-wise eligibility and experience requirements 3. Fill the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details 4. Prepare two identical sets of the completed application — submission must be in duplicate 5. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents: educational certificates, experience certificates, discharge book (for ex-servicemen), category certificate, and recent photograph 6. Place both sets of completed applications with all documents in a sealed envelope 7. Superscribe the envelope with the post applied for and the candidate's contact details 8. Physically drop the sealed envelope in the Tender Box placed at ECHS Polyclinic Jammu gate on or before 11 August 2026 (11:00 AM) 9. Postal/courier applications will NOT be accepted — only Tender Box submissions are valid 10. Appear at Station HQ Jammu for the walk-in interview on 20th, 21st, or 22nd August 2026 with all original documents

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K)?+
The last date to apply for ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K) is 11 Aug 2026. Candidates must submit their application before this date on the official portal.
How many vacancies are there in ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K)?+
There are 27 vacancies in ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K) as per the official notification by Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Jammu — Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India.
What is the minimum qualification for ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K)?+
The minimum qualification required is Varies by post: Literate/8th Pass (Peon, Female Attendant, Safaiwala, Driver); 10+2 with Science or Diploma (Lab Technician, Nursing Assistant, Physiotherapist, DEO/Clerk); B.Pharmacy/Diploma in Pharmacy (Pharmacist); MBBS with 5 years post-internship experience (Medical Officer); BDS (Dental Officer); MD/MS/DNB with 3 years post-PG experience (Medical Specialist, Gynaecologist); B.Tech in IT/Computer Science with relevant networking experience (IT Networking Technician). Minimum 2–5 years relevant experience required for most posts. Preference given to Ex-Servicemen.. Please refer to the official notification for detailed post-wise eligibility criteria.
What is the salary for ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K)?+
The salary for ECHS Jammu Recruitment 2026 — 27 Posts, Apply Offline by 11 Aug (J&K) is Medical Specialist/Gynaecologist: ₹1,30,000 per month | Medical Officer: ₹95,000 per month | Dental Officer: ₹75,000 per month | Pharmacist/Lab Technician/Physiotherapist: ₹30,000–₹45,000 per month | DEO/Clerk: ₹25,000–₹30,000 per month | Driver/Peon/Support Staff: ₹21,800 per month. Contractual engagement up to 31 March 2027, renewable based on performance. as per the official pay scales plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.

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