The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced Pharmacist vacancies under the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) for engagement on a contractual basis. A total of 06 Pharmacist posts are available across multiple ECHS Polyclinics in Bihar, offering an excellent opportunity for B.Pharm and D.Pharm candidates seeking stable government-sector healthcare jobs.
This recruitment drive is especially relevant for candidates preparing for GPAT, government pharmacist jobs, and defence healthcare roles.
📌 Vacancy Overview
- Post Name: Pharmacist
- Total Vacancies: 06
- Organization: ECHS Central Organisation, Ministry of Defence
- Job Type: Contractual (1 year, renewable)
- Salary: ₹36,500 per month
- Reservation: 70% Ex-Servicemen (ESM) / 30% Civilians
📍 Job Locations (ECHS Polyclinics – Bihar)
Ara, Danapur, Muzaffarpur, Chhapra, Darbhanga, Motihari, Hajipur, Siwan, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Samastipur, Buxar, Patna-II
🧪 Key Responsibilities of Pharmacist
- Dispensing medicines as per prescriptions in ECHS Polyclinics
- Maintaining drug inventory and stock registers
- Ensuring compliance with Pharmacy Act and ECHS guidelines
- Handling medical records using basic computer systems
- Supporting doctors and medical staff in daily operations
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- B.Pharmacy from a recognized institute
OR - 10+2 (Science: PCB) + Diploma in Pharmacy from a PCI-recognized institute
Mandatory Requirements
- Registered Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act, 1948
- Minimum 3 years of work experience
- Basic computer knowledge
- Maximum Age: 56 years
💼 Benefits & Why Apply
- Central Government–linked healthcare role
- Fixed monthly salary of ₹36,500
- Opportunity to work under Ministry of Defence healthcare system
- Suitable for experienced pharmacists seeking stability
- Valuable experience for future government pharmacist jobs
📝 Application Process (Step-by-Step)
- Visit echsdanapur.org.in
- Navigate to Apply for Jobs → Registration → Login
- Fill the online application form
- Upload scanned documents (PDF format)
- Last Date to Apply Online: 🗓 20 January 2026
- Submit hard copy of application on interview day at 0800 hrs
📌 Mention the post name on top of the envelope
📂 Documents Required for Interview
- Date of Birth proof (10th certificate / Birth certificate)
- Aadhaar Card (both sides)
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate
- Educational & Experience Certificates
- Passport size photograph
- For ESM: PPO, Discharge Book, ESM Card, AWPO Certificate