The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) invites applications for Pharmacist recruitment 2026 at its polyclinics in Raipur, Bilaspur and Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh. The recruitment is on a contractual basis for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year, subject to performance and other applicable conditions.
Candidates must hold a B.Pharmacy degree or meet the prescribed diploma-based qualification criteria, be registered as a pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948, and have a minimum of three years of work experience.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) |
| Post Name | Pharmacist |
| Total Vacancies | 02 |
| Job Locations | Raipur and Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh |
| Vacancies by Location | 01 Raipur, 01 Jagdalpur |
| Employment Type | Contractual |
| Contract Period | 1 year, renewable for an additional year subject to applicable conditions |
| Fixed Remuneration | ₹36,500 per month under Option 1 |
| ESM Remuneration | As per the ECHS policy letter dated 24 July 2025, under Option 2 |
| Minimum Experience | 3 years |
| Application Deadline | 22 October 2026 |
Positions
ECHS is recruiting for the following position:
- Pharmacist: 2 vacancies
- Raipur: 1 vacancy
- Jagdalpur: 1 vacancy
The recruitment is for contractual engagement at ECHS polyclinics.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates applying for the ECHS Pharmacist vacancy must fulfil the prescribed educational, registration and experience requirements.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must meet either of the following educational pathways:
- B.Pharmacy: A Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from a recognised institute.
- Diploma in Pharmacy: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a recognised board, along with an approved Diploma in Pharmacy from an institute recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India.
Additional Requirements
- Registration as a pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
- Minimum three years of work experience.
Only candidates who meet the prescribed qualitative requirements should apply.
Salary and Remuneration
ECHS offers the following remuneration options for the Pharmacist post:
- Option 1: Fixed remuneration of ₹36,500.
- Option 2: Remuneration according to the new ECHS policy letter No. 22D(19)/2017 D(WE/Res-I) (i), dated 24 July 2025, applicable to Ex-Servicemen (ESM) only.
Application Process and Important Dates
Eligible candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format, along with self-attested photocopies of certificates supporting their educational qualifications and work experience.
Application deadline: 22 October 2026
Applications must be submitted in duplicate by post or by hand to the following address:
OIC, Stn HQ (ECHS Cell)
Near Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium
Sector 03, Parsada, Naya Raipur
Pin Code: 492101, Chhattisgarh
Applications received after 22 October 2026 will not be accepted.