Brief Overview
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station Headquarters Gaya, has announced a significant recruitment drive for 68 various Medical, Para Medical, and Non-Medical staff positions. This presents an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates, particularly ex-servicemen, to contribute to a vital healthcare support system. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to review the detailed eligibility criteria and submit their offline applications before the final deadline of February 5, 2026.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station HQ Gaya
- Total Vacancies: 68
- Positions: Officer-In Charge, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Pharmacist, Laboratory Technician, Nurse/Nursing Assistant, Dental Assistant/Hygienist Technician, Clerk, Driver, Chowkidar, Safaiwala, Female Attendant, Peon.
- Application Mode: Offline
- Application Deadline: February 5, 2026 (by 17:00 hrs)
- Salary Range: Rs. 21,800/- to Rs. 95,000/- per month (Contractual basis)
- Interview Date: February 13, 2026
- Job Locations: ECHS Polyclinics at Gaya, Sasaram, Bhagalpur, Munger & Khagaria (Bihar)
- Contract Period: One year (renewable)
Vacancy Details
A total of 68 positions are available across various categories. Candidates are advised to check the specific qualifications required for each post.
| Post Name |
Total Vacancies |
Required Qualification |
| Officer-In Charge |
05 |
Retired Service Officer (Indian Army/Navy/Air Force) drawing Defence pension. |
| Medical Officer |
07 |
MBBS. |
| Dental Officer |
05 |
BDS (Postgraduate/Additional qualifications desirable). |
| Pharmacist |
05 |
B.Pharma and Diploma in Pharmacy. |
| Laboratory Asst |
01 |
Refer official notification for specific details. |
| Laboratory Technician |
05 |
B.Sc. (Medical Laboratory Technology) OR Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology OR DMLT/Class I Laboratory Tech Course (Armed Forces). |
| Nurse/Nursing Assistant |
05 |
GNM Diploma/Class-I Course (Armed Forces). |
| Dental Assistant/Hygienist Technician |
05 |
Diploma in Dental Hygienist/Class-I DH/DORA Course (Armed Forces). |
| Clerk |
05 |
Graduate/Class I Clerical Trade (Armed Forces), proficiency in Office Assistance desirable. |
| Driver |
05 |
Class 8th or Class I MT Driver (Armed Forces) with a valid civil driving license (LMV). |
| Chowkidar |
05 |
Class 8th or GD Trade Armed Forces (proficiency in Office Assistance desirable). |
| Safaiwala |
05 |
Literate. |
| Female Attendant |
05 |
Literate. |
| Peon |
05 |
Refer official notification for specific details. |
| Total |
68 |
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Important Dates
Candidates should mark these key dates in their calendar:
| Event |
Date & Time |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application |
05 February 2026 by 17:00 hrs |
| Interview Date |
13 February 2026 |
| Reporting Time at Station HQ, Gaya for Interview |
10:00 hrs on 13 February 2026 |
| Interview Scheduled Time |
From 10:30 hrs onwards |
| Contract Period |
One year (FY 2026-27), renewable for another year |
How to Apply
Prospective candidates must follow these instructions carefully for submitting their applications:
- Download Application Form: Obtain the prescribed application format from the official ECHS website: www.echs.gov.in.
- Complete Application: Fill out the application form accurately and completely as per the provided format.
- Attach Documents: Enclose self-attested photocopies of all necessary testimonials, including educational qualification certificates, work experience certificates. For ex-servicemen, also include copies of Discharge Book, PPO (Pension Payment Order), and Service Records.
- Submission Address: Send the complete application package to the following address:
OIC, Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Gaya
- Deadline: Ensure your application reaches the designated office by 05 February 2026, 17:00 hrs. Applications received after this date and time will not be considered.
- Interview Notification: Shortlisted candidates will be intimated through e-mail regarding their interview schedule.
- Interview Day: Candidates called for an interview must report to Station HQ, Gaya, at 10:00 hrs on February 13, 2026. Please bring all original certificates/marks sheets/degrees, work experience documents, discharge book, PPO, service records, and two passport-size color photographs for verification at the time of the interview. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
