Official Update 2026

ECHS Clinics (Yol & Shimla) Various Posts Recruitment 2026

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has released offline recruitment notifications for various Medical, Para-Medical, and Non-Medical posts across its polyclinics in Yol, Hamirpur, Dehragopipur, and Shimla. Opportunities range from Medical Officers and Dental Officers to Clerks, Peons, Chowkidars, and Drivers. Engagement is purely on a contractual basis (1 year for Ex-Servicemen and 11 months for civil candidates). Selection is determined through a strict assessment of prior experience and a direct personal interview.

Exam Highlights

Total Posts Multiple Vacancies (e.g., 13+ posts at Yol Polyclinics, 2 posts at Shimla Polyclinic)
Qualification Medical Officers/Specialists: MBBS/MD/MS/BDS with a minimum of 3 years of post-internship experience. Para-Medical: GNM/Diploma with 5 years experience. Non-Medical (Peon/Driver/Chowkidar): 8th Class Pass or GD Trade (Armed Forces) with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
Age Limit Varies by post up to a maximum of 66 to 70 years (Subject to ECHS contractual norms and physical fitness)
Job Location ECHS Polyclinics in Yol (Kangra), Hamirpur, Dehragopipur, and Shimla (Himachal Pradesh)
Exam Date Walk-in Interviews (e.g., 15 April 2026 at Station HQ Shimla, 22 April 2026 at Station HQ Yol)

Exam Pattern (CBT)

Duration: Not Applicable (Personal Interview & Document Verification) Negative Marking: Not Applicable Total Marks: Qualitative Assessment by ECHS Interview Panel
Subject Questions Marks
Total Score 100 100

Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus

  • Clinical diagnostics and patient management relevant to ex-servicemen geriatrics.
  • Knowledge of ECHS referrals, policies, and standard operating procedures.
  • Basic trauma care and emergency medical response.
  • Dispensation of medicines and inventory management of pharmacy stores.
  • Standard laboratory testing procedures and equipment handling.
  • Patient vitals monitoring, first aid, and ward management.
  • Clerk: Basic computer operations, data entry, record maintenance, and drafting.
  • Driver: Valid civil driving license, knowledge of road safety regulations, and vehicle maintenance.
  • Peon/Chowkidar: Basic office maintenance, security protocols, and file movement.

Key Dates

Application Start February / March 2026
Last Date Varies by Station (e.g., 10 April 2026 for Shimla, 16 April 2026 for Yol OIC)
Exam Date Walk-in Interviews (e.g., 15 April 2026 at Station HQ Shimla, 22 April 2026 at Station HQ Yol)
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