The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), under the Ministry of Defence, invites applications for the engagement of para medical and non-medical staff on a contractual basis at ECHS Polyclinic Tambaram (C/O AF Station Tambaram, Chennai). The appointments will be made for one year for Ex-Servicemen and 11 months for civilian candidates, with preference given to Ex-Servicemen.
Job Details
| Field | Information |
| Organization | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) |
| Department/Center | ECHS Polyclinic Tambaram, Chennai |
| Post Names | OIC Polyclinic, Lab Technician, Chowkidar |
| Total Vacancies | 03 |
| Employment Type | Contractual (1 year for ESMs, 11 months for civilians) |
| Job Location | ECHS Polyclinic Tambaram, C/O AF Station Tambaram, Chennai – 600046 |
| Salary / Remuneration | ₹16,800 – ₹75,000 per month (post-wise details below) |
| Mode of Application | Offline |
| Last Date for Application | 27.08.2025 |
| Interview Date | 03.09.2025 |
| Interview Venue | AF Station Tambaram, Chennai – 600046 |
| Reporting Time for Interview | 08:00 AM |
| Official Website | www.echs.gov.in |
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Post and Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post Name | Minimum Qualification | Experience | No. of Vacancies | Fixed Remuneration |
| 1 | OIC Polyclinic | Graduate | Minimum 5 years’ work experience in healthcare institutions or managerial positions | 01 | ₹75,000/- pm |
| 2 | Lab Technician | (i) B.Sc (Medical Lab Tech) OR (ii) 10+2 with Science + Diploma in Medical Lab Tech | Minimum 3 years’ experience as Lab Assistant in a medical lab | 01 | ₹28,100/- pm |
| 3 | Chowkidar | Class 8 Pass OR GD Trade (Armed Forces) | Not specified | 01 | ₹16,800/- pm |
Salary Details
- OIC Polyclinic – ₹75,000/- per month
- Lab Technician – ₹28,100/- per month
- Chowkidar – ₹16,800/- per month
Educational Qualification
- OIC Polyclinic: Graduate + 5 years’ relevant experience in healthcare/managerial roles.
- Lab Technician:
- B.Sc (Medical Lab Technology) OR
- 10+2 with Science + Diploma in Medical Lab Technology
- Minimum 3 years’ lab experience.
- Chowkidar: Class 8 pass or GD Trade (Armed Forces).
Age Limit
- As per ECHS contractual staff norms (not specified in notification).
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on application.
- Interview and/or practical test (as applicable).
- Document verification at the time of interview.
How to Apply
- Download the application form from www.echs.gov.in.
- Fill in the form and attach self-attested copies of relevant educational qualifications, work experience certificates, and other necessary documents.
- Submit the filled application in duplicate to:
OIC, Stn HQ (ECHS Cell) Tambaram
C/O AF Station Tambaram, Chennai – 600046
- Last date for submission: 27.08.2025
- Late applications will not be accepted.
Instructions
- Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen.
- Bring all original documents and two passport-size color photographs on the day of the interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Only candidates meeting the qualitative requirements should apply.
- OIC Polyclinic post requires 10 days unpaid On Job Training (OJT) before assuming duties.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last date to submit application | 27.08.2025 |
| Interview date | 03.09.2025 |
| Interview reporting time | 08:00 AM |
Important Links
- Notification PDF – click here
- Application Form – click here








