ECHS Jamnagar Medical Officer & Nursing Assistant Recruitment 2026

ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters Jamnagar has released notification for 3 contractual posts — 2 Medical Officers and 1 Nursing Assistant at ECHS Polyclinics in Rajkot and Jamnagar, Gujarat. Candidates with MBBS (for Medical Officer) or GNM Diploma (for Nursing Assistant) can apply offline. Last date to submit your application is 17 April 2026. Salary goes up to Rs. 95,000 per month for Medical Officers.

ECHS Jamnagar Medical Officer & Nursing Assistant Recruitment 2026 — 3 Posts

Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station Headquarters, Jamnagar under the Ministry of Defence is hiring contractual staff for its polyclinics in Rajkot and Jamnagar, Gujarat. ECHS runs a network of over 427 polyclinics across India providing healthcare to ex-servicemen and their dependents. These are contractual positions — 1 year for ex-servicemen (ESM) and 11 months for civilian candidates. Both ESM and civilian candidates who meet the qualifications can apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Medical Officer (ECHS Polyclinic Rajkot): 1 post
• Medical Officer (ECHS Polyclinic Jamnagar): 1 post
• Nursing Assistant — General (ECHS Polyclinic Rajkot): 1 post

Note: 60% of Medical Officer posts and 70% of Nursing Assistant posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.

Who Can Apply?

For Medical Officer

• Qualification: MBBS from a recognised university
• Experience: Minimum 3 years after internship
• Preferred: Additional qualifications in Medicine or Surgery

For Nursing Assistant (General)

• Qualification: GNM Diploma or Class I Nursing Assistant Course from Armed Forces
• Experience: Minimum 5 years
• Preferred: Any Diploma or Course in Specialty Nursing with experience of more than 10 years

Age Limit

• Medical Officer: Maximum 68 years
• Nursing Assistant: Maximum 58 years

Salary

• Medical Officer: Rs. 95,000 per month (fixed, contractual)
• Nursing Assistant: Rs. 36,500 per month (fixed, contractual)

No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.

Application Fee

• No application fee mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

Selection will be done through interview only — there is no written exam:

1. Interview: Date and venue will be informed later through email or phone call
2. Document Verification: You must bring all original documents at the time of interview
3. Medical Exam: Medical fitness certificate is required

How to Apply

1. Go to the ECHS website at www.echs.gov.in and download the application form from the "Download Application Form for employment in ECHS" link.
2. Fill in the application form completely.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all educational qualifications, work experience, and medical fitness certificate.
4. ESM candidates must get their application from Military Hospital. Civilian candidates must get it from an authorised Government Hospital.
5. Submit the application in duplicate to: OIC ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters, Infantry Lines, Near Pawan Chakki, Jail Road, Jamnagar — 361 005.
6. Make sure your application reaches before 17 April 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 04 April 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 17 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (will be informed via email/call)

• Provide outpatient medical care and consultation to ex-servicemen and their dependents at the ECHS Polyclinic
• Diagnose and treat common illnesses, injuries, and health conditions
• Assist doctors during examinations, treatments, and minor procedures (Nursing Assistant)
• Keep proper records of patient health, medicines dispensed, and treatment given
• Follow ECHS medical guidelines, standard treatment protocols, and referral procedures
• Monitor patient vital signs, administer medications, and prepare patients for referrals (Nursing Assistant)
• Manage medical supplies, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure polyclinic readiness