Overview
The Ex‑Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has announced recruitment for 172 contractual posts across various positions in Thiruvananthapuram polyclinics for the year 2026‑27. Eligible ex‑servicemen and civilians can apply offline by submitting a printed application form with required documents to the ECHS headquarters by 10 February 2026. The selection will involve scrutiny of eligibility followed by written tests and interviews for shortlisted candidates. Salary ranges from Rs 21,800 to Rs 1,30,000 per month depending on the post.
Key Details
- Organization
- Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)
- Qualification
- Post‑wise essential qualifications and experience as per vacancy tables (e.g., Graduate, MD/MS/DNB, MBBS, BDS, Diploma/Class‑I courses of Armed Forces, B.Pharm/10+2 with D.Pharm, DMLT/B.Sc MLT, Literate, etc.).
- Vacancies
- 172
Important Dates
| application_deadline | 10 Feb 2026 |
| written_test_and_interview | To be notified after application scrutiny |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Thiruvananthapuram: 172
Selection Process
Applications will be scrutinized at ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters Thiruvananthapuram based on eligibility, mandated qualifications and experience. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test and interview. Written test will be conducted prior to interview except for Peon, Chowkidar, Female Attendant and Safaiwala.
How to Apply
Download the application form attached in editable PDF format., Type all required data in the application form., Print the form and affix a recent passport‑size photograph., Fill details of the post applied for, personal particulars, postal address, category, date of birth, Aadhaar number, PAN card number, AWPO Registration number, higher qualification and educational qualifications., Provide complete details of work experience and attach experience certificates., Attach attested photocopies of all required documents (educational certificates, mark sheets, attempts certificates, registration certificates, internship certificates, medical fitness certificate, Aadhar and PAN cards)., Sign the declaration on the application form., Send the duly filled and signed application form along with attested copies of documents by post to Station Headquarters (ECHS), Pangode, Thirumala PO, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 006 on or before 10 Feb 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for ECHS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 172 DEO, Clerk and Other Posts?
application deadline: 10 Feb 2026; written test and interview: To be notified after application scrutiny
What is the age limit?
Maximum age varies by post: up to 68 years for specialist doctors, 66 for Medical Officer, 63 for Officer‑in‑Charge and Dental Officer, 56 for technical and support staff, 53 for Driver, Safaiwala, Female Attendant, Chowkidar, Peon, Clerk/Data Entry Operator.
What is the selection process?
Applications will be scrutinized at ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters Thiruvananthapuram based on eligibility, mandated qualifications and experience. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test and interview. Written test will be conducted prior to interview except for Peon, Chowkidar, Female Attendant and Safaiwala.