- Medical Specialist, Radiologist, Gynaecologist: MD/MS in concerned Speciality/DNB or PG degree in concerned Speciality.
- Medical Officer: MBBS.
- Dental Officer: BDS.
- Lab Assistant: Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT)/Class I Lab Technician course (Armed Forces).
- Lab Technician: BSc (Medical Lab Technician) or 10+2 with Science & DMLT/Class I Lab Technician course (Armed Forces).
- Pharmacist: B Pharmacy or 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology and Diploma in Pharmacy.
- Nursing Assistant: GNM, Diploma/Class I NAC (Armed Forces).
- Radiographer: Diploma / Class-1 Radiographer Course (Armed Forces).
- Physiotherapist: Diploma / Class-l Physiotherapy Course (Armed Forces).
- Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist: Diploma in Dental Hygienist Course/ Class-1 DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces).
- Officer-in-Charge: Reserved for Retired Defence Officers.
- Driver: Minimum passed Class-8th / Class-1 Driver MT (Armed Forces) holding a civil driving license (LMV).
- Female Attendant, Safaiwala: Literate.
- Chowkidar: Education Class 8th Std or GD Trade (Armed Forces).
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Pay Scale
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Age Limit
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Published
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Deadline
Jul. 11, 2026
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Experienced medical, paramedical, and support staff, especially Ex-Servicemen, looking for contractual roles with the Ministry of Defence. Candidates seeking diverse postings across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, and comfortable with varying pay scales based on expertise and role. Those valuing a stable, government-affiliated environment with potential for renewal.
Important Considerations
Individuals seeking permanent employment. Those without relevant professional experience, as all roles require a minimum of 3-5 years. Candidates unwilling to undergo a written test or practical examination. Applicants primarily seeking postings outside Tamil Nadu/Puducherry.
Career Impact
ECHS, operating under the Ministry of Defence, offers a respectable platform for healthcare professionals to serve the ex-servicemen community. While the roles are contractual, the association with a central government scheme provides institutional recognition. Career growth is role-dependent, with opportunities for renewal based on performance. It’s a valuable opportunity for those looking for service-oriented, stable contractual engagements.
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Age Limit Details
The maximum age limit for employment varies by post:
- 68 years: Medical Specialist, Radiologist, Gynaecologist.
- 66 years: Medical Officer.
- 63 years: Dental Officer, Officer-in-Charge.
- 56 years: Lab Assistant, Lab Technician, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, Radiographer, Physiotherapist, Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist.
- 53 years: Driver, Female Attendant, Safaiwala, Chowkidar.
Employment period for Ex-Servicemen would be 12 months and for others it will be 11 months, renewable until attaining the maximum age subject to performance.
Salary & Pay Scale
- Medical Specialist, Radiologist, Gynaecologist: Rs 1,30,000/- per month
- Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Officer-in-Charge: Rs 95,000/- per month
- Lab Assistant, Lab Technician, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, Radiographer, Physiotherapist, Dental Asst/Tech/Hygienist: Rs 36,500/- per month
- Driver: Rs 25,600/- per month
- Female Attendant, Safaiwala, Chowkidar: Rs 21,800/- per month
- Part-time rates are also available: Rs 4670/- per day (4 hours), Rs 3500/- per day (3 hours), Rs 2330/- per day (2 hours).
How to Apply
Individual application for each post as per format attached herewith and also available on www.echs.gov.in (duly affixed with Passport size photo) should be submitted along with all supporting documents.
The application must reach:
Station Headquarters ECHS, Fort Saint George, Chennai 600009 on or before 11 Jul 2026.
Duly mention "Application for the post of ____" on the top of the envelope. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Only one application is required for a particular post for all Polyclinics.
Candidates must bring all original certificates/mark sheets, work experience, discharge book, PPO, service records, 02 x PP size colour photographs, and other requisite documents at the time of interview.
A list of supporting documents to be attached:
- Pension Payment Order (PPO)
- Discharge Book
- Ex-Serviceman Identity Card
- Aadhar Card & PAN Card
- Educational certificate/Mark Sheet of 10th, 12th, Diploma, Graduation, Post-Graduation.
- Valid Registration certificate including renewals for the current year (For Medical and Para Medical Candidate Only)
- Computers course certificate
- Experience Certificates.
- MEDICAL FITNESS CERT DULY SIGNED BY:
- For ESM: Medical officer of dependent Polyclinic and countersigned by OIC ECHS Polyclinic.
- For others: Chief Medical Officer of Govt Hospital only.
- No objection certificate from the current employer (If applicable).
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Individuals seeking permanent employment. Those without relevant professional experience, as all roles require a minimum of 3-5 years. Candidates unwilling to undergo a written test or practical examination. Applicants primarily seeking postings outside Tamil Nadu/Puducherry.
Career Impact
ECHS, operating under the Ministry of Defence, offers a respectable platform for healthcare professionals to serve the ex-servicemen community. While the roles are contractual, the association with a central government scheme provides institutional recognition. Career growth is role-dependent, with opportunities for renewal based on performance. It’s a valuable opportunity for those looking for service-oriented, stable contractual engagements.
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