ECHS Visakhapatnam Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced for various contractual positions including Medical Officers, Specialists, and Dental staff. This recruitment is specifically for ECHS Polyclinics located in Visakhapatnam-I, Kakinada, and Vizianagaram for a one-year period, which can be extended based on your performance. If you have a background in medicine or dental surgery and meet the work experience requirements, you can submit your application offline. The selection will be based on an interview, and the department will notify shortlisted candidates directly. Make sure to send your application to the Station HQ in Visakhapatnam before the deadline to be considered for these high-paying roles.
ECHS Visakhapatnam Recruitment 2026 Overview
Criteria
Details
Organization
Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)
Post Names
Medical Officer, Medical Specialist, Dental A/T/H
Location
Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Vizianagaram
Official Website
www.echs.gov.in
Application Mode
Offline (By Post/Hand)
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
April 2026
Application Start Date
Active Now
Last Date For Registration
22 May 2026
Admit Card Release Date
Notified via SMS/Email
Interview Date
To be Intimated
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
Nil (No Fee)
SC / ST / PH
Nil (No Fee)
Payment Mode
Not Applicable
Age Limit Details
Category
Maximum Age
Medical Officer
68 Years
Medical Specialist
70 Years
Dental A/T/H
58 Years
Age Relaxation
As per ECHS Rules
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Medical Officer
01
Medical Specialist
02
Dental A/T/H
02
Total Vacancies
05
Eligibility Details
Post Name
Qualification
Medical Officer
MBBS with minimum 3 years experience after internship.
Medical Specialist
MD/MS in concerned specialty/DNB with 3 years experience.
Dental A/T/H
Diploma in Dental H/T/A or Class 1 Dental Course with 5 years experience.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details (Reservation)
Category
ESM Reservation %
Medical Officer
60%
Medical Specialist
60%
Dental A/T/H
70%
State-Wise Vacancy Details (Location)
Polyclinic Location
State
Eligible Candidates
Visakhapatnam-I
Andhra Pradesh
All Indian Citizens (Preferably ESM)
Kakinada
Andhra Pradesh
All Indian Citizens (Preferably ESM)
Vizianagaram
Andhra Pradesh
All Indian Citizens (Preferably ESM)
Important Documents Required
Sl No.
Document Type
1
10th / Matriculation Marksheet & Certificate
2
10+2 / Intermediate Certificate
3
Graduation/Post Graduation/Diploma Degree
4
Work Experience Certificates
5
AADHAR Card & PAN Card
6
Discharge Book / PPO / Service Records (for ESM)
7
Two Passport Size Colour Photographs
Selection Process
Stage
Description
Screening
Review of applications and qualifications
Interview
In-person interview at designated venue
Document Verification
Verification of all original testimonials
Salary Details
Post Name
Monthly Remuneration
Medical Specialist
Rs 1,30,000/- PM
Medical Officer
Rs 95,000/- PM
Dental A/T/H
Rs 36,500/- PM
How to Apply
Step
Action
Step 1
Visit the official website at www.echs.gov.in or echs.gov.in to download the application form.
Step 2
Fill out the application form in the prescribed format clearly.
Step 3
Attach self-attested photocopies of all educational and experience certificates.
Step 4
Include copies of your Aadhar, PAN card, and (if applicable) ESM documents.
Step 5
Place all documents in an envelope and mention the post applied for on top.
Step 6
Submit it to: OIC, Stn HQs (ECHS Cell), Nausena Baugh, PO Gandhigram, Visakhapatnam-530005.
Step 7
Ensure the application reaches the office by 22 May 2026.
