ECHS Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 96 Peon, Clerk and More Posts
ECHS Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Office | Station HQ ECHS Cell, Secunderabad |
| Post Type | Medical, Paramedical and Non-Medical posts |
| Total Vacancies | 96 |
| Salary | Rs.21,800 to Rs.1,30,000 per month |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Selection Process | Written Test and Interview |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 4 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM |
| Job Locations | ECHS polyclinics in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh |
Important Date
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Last date for receipt of application | 4 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM |
ECHS Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Specialist | 4 | Rs.1,30,000 |
| Medical Officer | 22 | Rs.95,000 |
| Dental Officer | 10 | Rs.95,000 |
| Officer-in-Charge | 3 | Rs.95,000 |
| Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist | 6 | Rs.36,500 |
| Pharmacist | 12 | Rs.36,500 |
| Lab Technician | 7 | Rs.36,500 |
| Lab Assistant | 1 | Rs.36,500 |
| Nursing Assistant | 3 | Rs.36,500 |
| Physiotherapist | 3 | Rs.36,500 |
| Data Entry Operator/Clerk | 4 | Rs.29,200 |
| Clerk | 2 | Rs.21,800 |
| Female Attendant | 2 | Rs.21,800 |
| Chowkidar | 4 | Rs.21,800 |
| Safaiwala | 8 | Rs.21,800 |
| Peon | 5 | Rs.21,800 |
| Total | 96 | - |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Medical Specialist | MD/MS in General Medicine |
| Medical Officer | MBBS |
| Dental Officer | BDS |
| Officer-in-Charge | Graduate and retired Defence Officer drawing pension from CDA |
| Dental Assistant/Technician/Hygienist | Diploma in Dental Hygienist or Class-I DH/DORA Course from the Armed Forces |
| Pharmacist | B.Pharmacy; or 10+2 with Science and Diploma in Pharmacy |
| Lab Technician | B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology; or 10+2 with Science and Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology |
| Lab Assistant | DMLT or Class-I Laboratory Technician Course from the Armed Forces |
| Nursing Assistant | B.Sc. Nursing, GNM, Diploma or Class-I Nursing Assistant Course Certificate from the Armed Forces |
| Physiotherapist | Diploma or Class-I Physiotherapist Course from the Armed Forces |
| Data Entry Operator/Clerk | Graduate or Class-I Clerical Trade qualification from the Armed Forces |
| Clerk | Graduate or Class-I Clerical Trade qualification from the Armed Forces |
| Female Attendant | Literate |
| Chowkidar | Class 8 pass or GD Trade qualification for Armed Forces personnel |
| Safaiwala | Literate |
| Peon | Class 8 pass or GD Trade qualification from the Armed Forces |
Candidates should refer to the detailed terms and conditions available on the ECHS website for post-wise experience and age requirements.
Contract Period
| Candidate Category | Contract Period |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen and widows of deceased soldiers | 12 months |
| Civilian candidates | 11 months |
Preference will be given to eligible ex-servicemen according to merit.
Location of Vacancies
The vacancies are distributed among ECHS polyclinics at the following locations:
- Anantapur
- Chittoor
- Eluru
- Giddalur
- Golconda
- Guntur
- Kadapa
- Karimnagar
- Khammam
- Kurnool
- Mahabubnagar
- Nellore
- Sainikpuri
- Secunderabad-I
- Secunderabad-II
- Vijayawada
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications and supporting documents
- Written test for candidates meeting the qualitative requirements
- Interview for candidates who qualify in the written test
- Final selection based on overall merit
The written test date, time and venue will be communicated to accepted applicants through email. No travelling allowance or daily allowance will be paid for attending the selection process.
Documents Required
Self-attested photocopies of the applicable documents must be attached to the application:
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- Work experience certificates
- Registration certificate for Medical and Paramedical posts
- Discharge book, where applicable
- Pension Payment Order, where applicable
Candidates must bring the original certificates, service records, PAN card, Aadhaar card and two passport-size colour photographs at the time of the selection process.
How to Apply for ECHS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official ECHS website at www.echs.gov.in.
- Open the Employment Opportunities section.
- Download the prescribed application form.
- Complete the application with accurate personal and qualification details.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all applicable documents.
- Send the completed application to the prescribed address before the deadline.
Application Address
Officer-in-Charge
Station HQ ECHS Cell, HQ TASA
Near Rashtrapati Nilayam
Secunderabad - 500010
Telangana
The completed application must reach the office by 4 October 2026 at 6:00 PM. Online applications and applications submitted through email will not be accepted.
Important Instructions
- Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
- Incomplete applications or applications containing incorrect documents will not be considered for the written test or interview.
- Only candidates meeting the prescribed qualitative requirements will be called for the written test.
- Only written-test-qualified candidates will be called for the interview.
- Final selection will be based on overall merit.
- Selected candidates must undergo ten days of on-the-job training without pay and allowances.
ECHS Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in ECHS Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2026?
There are 96 Medical, Paramedical and Non-Medical vacancies.
What is the last date to apply?
The completed application must reach the prescribed office by 4 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.
What is the application mode?
The application process is offline. Online applications and applications sent by email will not be accepted.
What is the salary range?
The monthly salary ranges from Rs.21,800 to Rs.1,30,000, depending on the post.
How many Medical Officer vacancies are available?
There are 22 Medical Officer vacancies carrying a monthly salary of Rs.95,000.
What is the qualification for Medical Officer?
Candidates applying for Medical Officer must possess an MBBS degree.
What is the contract period?
The contract period is 12 months for ex-servicemen and widows of deceased soldiers and 11 months for civilian candidates.