
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) Central Organization, operating under the Ministry of Defence (MoD), has issued an employment notification inviting applications for the contractual engagement of a Pharmacist. This recruitment drive is aimed at filling a vacancy within the ECHS Polyclinics located in Vadodara and Surat.
This presents an excellent opportunity for qualified pharmacy professionals to work within a reputed government healthcare framework that provides comprehensive medical care to Ex-Servicemen and their dependents.
Vacancy & Job Details
| Parameter | Details |
| Organization | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Ministry of Defence |
| Post Name | Pharmacist |
| Vacancy Location | Surat Polyclinic (70% Reserved for Ex-Servicemen) |
| Nature of Engagement | Contractual |
| Contract Tenure | 1 Year for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) / 11 Months for Civilian Candidates |
| Fixed Monthly Remuneration | βΉ36,500/- per month |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Hand) or Online (Via Email) |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational & Professional Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognized instituteOR
- 10+2 with Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) from a recognized board, along with an approved Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) recognized institute.
- Registration: Must be actively registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act of 1948.
- Desirable Skill: Basic working knowledge of MS Office is preferred.
- Reservation: Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen, with 70% of the Pharmacist vacancy in Surat reserved for ESM candidates.
Application & Selection Process
- Application Format: Candidates must download the requisite application format from the official ECHS website (
echs.gov.in). - Submission Instructions:
- Fill out the application form completely and attach self-attested photocopies of all educational testimonials, Pharmacy registration, work experience certificates, and (for ESM) discharge book, PPO, and service records.
- Submit the completed application file either by hand or via email to the OIC, ECHS Cell, Station HQ, Vadodara.
- The strict deadline for receiving applications is 05 October 2026.
- Interview Details:
- Shortlisted candidates meeting the Qualitative Requirements will be informed about the interview date, time, and venue directly via Telephone or Email.
- Mandatory Documents for Interview: Candidates must carry all original certificates (10th, 10+2, Graduation/Diploma), work experience proofs, ESM records (if applicable), and 04 recent passport-size color photographs.
- No Travel Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA) will be provided for attending the interview.
