Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme
Contractual / Regular

ECHS Amritsar Polyclinic Recruitment 2026

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Sep. 18, 2026
Medical SpecialistDental Assistant / Technician / HygienistClerk / Data Entry Operator

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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
05 Posts
Pay Scale
₹29,200 - ₹1,30,000 per month (Fixed Remuneration)
Age Limit
Up to 53–68 Years (Post-wise)
Job Location
Punjab15Amritsar1+2 More...

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 31, 2026

2

Starts

Aug 31, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

4

Exam Date

Oct 8, 2026

Application Window31 Aug – 30 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date8 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Medical Specialist (01 Post - Amritsar): MD / MS in Medicine / relevant specialty with minimum 03 years post-qualification clinical experience. Valid Medical Council registration required. Upper age limit: 68 years.
Dental Assistant / Technician / Hygienist (03 Posts - Amritsar: 01, Tarn Taran: 02): Diploma in Dental Hygiene / Class-I Dental Hygiene / DORA course from Armed Forces with minimum 05 years experience. Valid Dental Council registration required. Upper age limit: 56 years.
Clerk / Data Entry Operator (01 Post - Ajnala): Graduate or Class-I Clerical Trade in Armed Forces with minimum 05 years relevant clerical / data entry experience. Upper age limit: 53 years.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit for contractual engagement:
• Medical Specialist: Up to 68 years
• Dental Assistant / Technician / Hygienist: Up to 56 years
• Clerk / Data Entry Operator: Up to 53 years

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Qualitative Requirement (QR) Scrutiny

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Personal Interview & Competence Evaluation

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Document Verification & Medical Fitness Scrutiny

OfflineQualifying Only

Selection is conducted through screening of applications against prescribed Qualitative Requirements (QR) followed by a personal interview conducted at Station Headquarters, Amritsar Cantt on 08 October 2026 (09:00 hrs to 16:00 hrs). Only shortlisted candidates fulfilling all eligibility parameters and possessing valid registrations/service records will be admitted to the interview board. Preference is given to Ex-Servicemen.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation ComponentMax Marks / Weightage
Clinical / Professional CompetenceEvaluation of clinical diagnosis, treatment protocols, patient care (for Medical/Dental), or administrative/computer skills (for Clerk/DEO)
Relevant Experience & Track RecordAssessment of post-qualification clinical or clerical experience, including service in Armed Forces Medical / Administrative setups
Interview Board AssessmentAssessment of personality, communication skills, patient handling, and dedication to veteran healthcare delivery
Ex-Servicemen PriorityStatutory preference accorded to eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates possessing required qualifications

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Contractual healthcare personnel work in outpatient Polyclinics under the administrative command of Station HQ (ECHS Cell) Amritsar. Operating hours are structured daytime clinic shifts catering to ex-servicemen, veterans, war widows, and their dependents. The role demands patient empathy, dedication to armed forces healthcare standards, and adherence to military administrative protocols.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Initial engagement is on a contractual basis for a duration of one year across polyclinics in Amritsar, Tarn Taran, or Ajnala. The contract is renewable annually for additional one-year terms until attaining the maximum age limit (up to 68 years for specialists, 56 for dental, 53 for clerks), subject to satisfactory annual appraisal and medical fitness.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

These are consolidated contractual positions governed by ECHS HR guidelines without state cadre seniority or direct promotion avenues to permanent defense civilian posts. Continuity and contract renewal depend entirely on performance evaluations and organizational staffing needs.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict Deadline Adherence: Applications must be received at Station HQ (ECHS Cell) Amritsar Cantt by 30 September 2026 before 14:00 hrs. Applications received after the deadline will be rejected summarily.
  • Mandatory SEMO/CMO Medical Fitness: Candidates must attach a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by the Senior Executive Medical Officer (SEMO) or Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of a Government Hospital with their application.
  • Duplicate Application Submission: Application along with all supporting enclosures must be submitted in duplicate (2 complete sets).
  • Council Registration Compulsory: Medical Specialists must submit valid registration from the Medical Council of India / State Medical Council, and Dental candidates must provide registration from the Dental Council.
  • Interview Reporting: Shortlisted candidates must report on 08 October 2026 between 09:00 hrs and 16:00 hrs at Station HQ Amritsar Cantt with all original certificates, PPO/discharge book (for ESM), and two passport-size photographs. No TA/DA is admissible.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR0
  • OBC0
  • EWS0
  • SC0
  • ST0
  • Ex-Servicemen (ESM Reserved)5
Total Vacancies05 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Post-wise fixed monthly consolidated remuneration:
• Medical Specialist: ₹1,30,000/- per month
• Dental Assistant / Technician / Hygienist: ₹36,500/- per month
• Clerk / Data Entry Operator: ₹29,200/- per month

Contractual appointment for a period of one year, renewable annually until attaining maximum age ceiling subject to satisfactory performance and medical fitness.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official ECHS website (www.echs.gov.in) and download the standardized employment application form.
  2. Complete the application form in duplicate with all required personal, educational, experience, and contact details.
  3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all mandatory documents: 10th certificate (proof of age), degree/diploma certificates, mark sheets, valid Medical/Dental Council registration certificate, attempt certificate & internship completion (for Medical Specialist), experience certificates, Medical Fitness Certificate from SEMO/CMO of a Government Hospital, Aadhaar Card, and PAN Card.
  4. Ex-Servicemen applicants must attach copies of their Discharge Book, Pension Payment Order (PPO), and Service Records, and mention their AWPO Registration Number on the form.
  5. Submit the application in duplicate via Registered Post or hand delivery to: OIC, Station Headquarters (ECHS Cell), Amritsar Cantt, Punjab on or before 30 September 2026 by 14:00 hrs (2:00 PM).
  6. Attend the personal interview on 08 October 2026 (09:00 hrs to 16:00 hrs) at Station Headquarters, Amritsar Cantt with all original documents, testimonials, and 2 passport-size color photographs.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required for applying to these contractual ECHS positions.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Yes, civilian candidates who meet the Qualitative Requirements (QR) are eligible to apply; however, first preference is given to eligible Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates as per ECHS norms.

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