The ECHS Koraput Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Station Headquarters, Gopalpur, inviting applications for various contractual positions including Officer-In-Charge, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, and Data Entry Operator. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for both Ex-Servicemen and civilian candidates to work at the ECHS Polyclinic in Koraput, Odisha. With salaries ranging from Rs. 21,800 to Rs. 95,000 per month, interested applicants must submit their offline forms before the deadline of 01 March 2026. The selection will be based on an interview scheduled for mid-March, and preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen.
ECHS Koraput Recruitment 2026 Overview
Criteria
Details
Organization Name
Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)
Recruitment Authority
ECHS Cell, Station HQ Gopalpur
Post Name
OIC, Pharmacist, Lab Tech, Clerk, Peon & Others
Location
ECHS Polyclinic Koraput (Odisha)
Contract Period
1 Year (Ex-Servicemen) / 11 Months (Civilians)
Official Website
www.echs.gov.in
Application Mode
Offline
ECHS Koraput Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Application Start Date
Active Now
Last Date For Receipt of Application
01 March 2026
Interview Date
17 & 18 March 2026
Interview Time
10:00 AM to 02:00 PM (Reporting at 08:00 AM)
Application Fee
Category
Fee Details
General / OBC / EWS
Nil (No Fee Mentioned)
SC / ST / PH
Nil
Ex-Servicemen
Nil
Payment Mode
Not Applicable
Note
No TA/DA is admissible for the interview
Age Limit Details
Post Name
Age Limit (For Employment)
Officer-In-Charge (OIC)
63 Years (Basic) / 65 Years (Extended)
Pharmacist
56 Years (Basic) / 58 Years (Extended)
Nursing Assistant
56 Years (Basic) / 58 Years (Extended)
Lab Technician
56 Years (Basic) / 58 Years (Extended)
Dental Hygienist
56 Years (Basic) / 58 Years (Extended)
DEO / Clerk
53 Years (Basic) / 55 Years (Extended)
Female Attendant
53 Years (Basic) / 55 Years (Extended)
Chowkidar / Safaiwala
53 Years (Basic) / 55 Years (Extended)
ECHS Koraput Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
Number of Vacancies
Officer-In-Charge (OIC)
01
Pharmacist
01
Nursing Assistant
01
Laboratory Technician
01
Dental Hygienist / Asst
01
DEO / Clerk
01
Female Attendant
01
Chowkidar
01
Safaiwala
01
Total Posts
09
ECHS Koraput Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Qualification & Experience
Officer-In-Charge (OIC)
Graduate with Min 5 years experience in Health Care Institutions or Managerial Positions
Pharmacist
B.Pharmacy OR 10+2 with Science (PCB) and Approved Diploma in Pharmacy; Min 3 years experience
Nursing Assistant
GNM Diploma OR Class 1 Nursing Assistants Course (Armed Forces); Min 5 years experience
Laboratory Technician
B.Sc (Medical Lab Tech) OR 10+2 with Science and Diploma in Medical Lab Tech; Min 3 years experience as Lab Asst
Dental Hygienist
Diploma Holder in Dental Hygiene OR Class-1 DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces); Min 5 years experience
DEO / Clerk
Graduate OR Class 1 Clerical trade (Armed Forces); Min 5 years experience
Female Attendant
Literate with Min 5 years experience in Civil/Army Health Institutions
Chowkidar
8th Class OR GD Trade for Armed Forces Personnel
Safaiwala
Literate with Min 5 years experience
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Description
ID Proof
Aadhar Card, Pan Card
Educational Certificates
Mark sheets, Degree/PG/Diploma courses (Originals needed at interview)
Service Documents (For ESM)
Discharge Book, PPO, Service Records
Photocopies
Self-attested photocopies of testimonials to be submitted with the application
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Step 1: Application Screening
Only candidates meeting qualitative requirements will be considered
Step 2: Interview
Held at Stn HQ Gopalpur on 17 & 18 Mar 2026
Step 3: Document Verification
Verification of original certificates and service records during the interview
Preference
Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen
ECHS Koraput Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post Name
Monthly Remuneration (Fixed)
Officer-In-Charge (OIC)
Rs. 95,000/-
Pharmacist
Rs. 36,500/-
Nursing Assistant
Rs. 36,500/-
Laboratory Technician
Rs. 36,500/-
Dental Hygienist
Rs. 36,500/-
DEO / Clerk
Rs. 29,200/-
Female Attendant
Rs. 21,800/-
Chowkidar
Rs. 21,800/-
Safaiwala
Rs. 21,800/-
How to Apply
Step
Instruction
Step 1
Visit the official website www.echs.gov.in to download the application format
Step 2
Prepare your application in the requisite format
Step 3
Make duplicate copies of the application if applying for both Polyclinics (though only Koraput is listed here)
Step 4
Attach self-attested photocopies of Educational Qualifications, Work Experience, Aadhar Card, and Pan Card
Step 5
Place the application in an envelope
Step 6
Send the application via post to: ECHS Cell, Stn HQ Gopalpur, PO-Golabandha, Distt-Ganjam (ODISHA), Pin-761052
Step 7
Ensure the application reaches by 01 Mar 2026. Late applications will not be accepted
What is the last date to apply for ECHS Koraput Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your offline application for the ECHS Koraput recruitment is 01 March 2026. Applications must reach the ECHS Cell, Station HQ Gopalpur by this date to be considered for the selection process.
Who is eligible to apply for the ECHS Koraput vacancies?
Both Ex-Servicemen and civilian candidates are eligible to apply. However, preference is given to Ex-Servicemen. Specific eligibility varies by post: for example, the OIC post requires a Graduate degree with 5 years of experience, while Safaiwala and Female Attendant posts require literacy and relevant experience.
What is the selection process for ECHS Koraput posts?
The selection process consists of two main stages: an initial screening of applications to ensure candidates meet the qualitative requirements, followed by a personal interview. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 17 and 18 March 2026 at Station HQ Gopalpur.
Is there an application fee for ECHS recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any category of applicants, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen. The recruitment process is completely free of charge.
What are the salary details for Pharmacist and Clerk positions?
The monthly fixed remuneration for a Pharmacist is Rs. 36,500. For the DEO/Clerk position, the monthly salary is Rs. 29,200. Salaries for other roles like OIC go up to Rs. 95,000 per month.
How can I submit my application for this recruitment?
Candidates must apply offline. Download the application format from www.echs.gov.in, fill it out, and attach self-attested photocopies of your educational certificates, work experience, Aadhar card, and Pan Card. Send the completed package via post to: ECHS Cell, Stn HQ Gopalpur, PO-Golabandha, Distt-Ganjam (ODISHA), Pin-761052.
What documents are required for the ECHS interview?
Candidates must bring all original certificates including mark sheets, Degree/Diploma certificates, and ID proof (Aadhar/Pan Card) to the interview. Ex-Servicemen must also bring their Discharge Book, PPO, and service records for verification.
