ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026 Apply Form

Station Headquarters (ECHS Cell), Ranchi — under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India — has officially invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for 17 contractual posts including Female Attendant, Ambulance Driver, Clerk/DEO, Clerk, DEO, Nursing Assistant, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, IT Network Technician, and Dental Assistant. Posting locations include Ranchi, Chaibasa, Gumla, and Daltongunj.

The salary ranges from ₹21,800 to ₹36,500 per month. There is no application fee for any category. The age limit is 18 to 53 years (18 to 56 years for Dental Assistant). Ex-Servicemen will be given first priority in selection.

The last date to apply is July 4, 2026. Read this article for complete post-wise vacancy, eligibility, salary, selection process, and step-by-step instructions.

ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Details	Information
Organization Name	Station HQ, ECHS Cell, Ranchi – Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India
Total Vacancies	17
Salary Range	₹21,800 – ₹36,500 per month
Recruitment Type	Contractual
Application Mode	Offline (In Person / Post)
Application Fee	₹0 (Free)
Age Limit	18 – 53 Years (Most Posts) / 18 – 56 Years (Dental Assistant)
Gender	Both Male & Female Eligible
Priority	Ex-Servicemen Given First Priority
Job Location	Ranchi, Chaibasa, Gumla, Daltongunj (Jharkhand)
Last Date to Apply	July 4, 2026

Important Dates for ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026

Event	Date
Notification Published	Hindustan, Ranchi – June 5, 2026
Application Start Date	Already Started
Last Date (Application Must Reach)	July 4, 2026
Age Calculation Date	Last Date of Application
Interview Call Letter	Via Email / Mobile Message / Phone Call

⏰ Important: Application must physically reach the office on or before July 4, 2026. Send well in advance via Registered Post / Speed Post to avoid last-minute delays.

Application Fee – Completely Free

Category	Application Fee
All Categories	₹0 (Free)

🎉 Good News: There is no application fee for any category for ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026.

Age Limit for ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026

Post Name	Age Limit
Female Attendant, Ambulance Driver, Clerk/DEO, Clerk, DEO, Nursing Assistant, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, IT Network Technician	18 – 53 Years
Dental Assistant	18 – 56 Years

Age relaxation as per government rules. Age calculation date: Last date of application (July 4, 2026).

Post-wise Vacancy, Salary & Eligibility – ECHS Ranchi 2026

Post Name	Vacancy	Age	Salary/Month	Posting Location	Qualification
Female Attendant	02	18-53	₹21,800	Chaibasa, Gumla	Able to read and write (basic literacy) – Female only
Ambulance Driver	01	18-53	₹25,600	Ranchi	8th Pass + Valid Driving License
Clerk / DEO (Combined)	04	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi	Graduate + Computer Diploma
Clerk	01	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi	Graduate + Computer Diploma
DEO (Data Entry Operator)	01	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi, Daltongunj, Chaibasa, Gumla	Graduate + Computer Diploma
Nursing Assistant	02	18-53	₹36,500	Chaibasa, Gumla	GNM or CIA Armed Forces + Nursing Council Registration
Pharmacist	02	18-53	₹36,500	Chaibasa, Gumla	12th Science + B.Pharmacy + Pharmacy Council Registration
Lab Technician	01	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi	12th Science + Diploma in Lab Technology + Experience
IT Network Technician	01	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi	IT Networking Diploma + Computer Application Diploma
Dental Assistant	02	18-56	₹36,500	Chaibasa, Daltongunj	Hygiene Diploma (Dental) or Class 1 DH DORA Course
TOTAL	17

Important Priority Note

Ex-Servicemen will be given first priority for selection in all posts. Civilian candidates will only be considered if suitable Ex-Servicemen candidates are not available for a particular post. Ex-Servicemen must attach PPO, Discharge Book, and Identity Card copies with their application.

Selection Process for ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026

Step	Selection Stage
Step 1	Application Screening
Step 2	Shortlisting & Notification (via Email/Mobile/Phone)
Step 3	Interview & Document Verification
Step 4	Final Selection & Posting

Important: Applications must be submitted in 2 copies. No TA/DA will be paid to any candidate for attending the interview.

Documents Required for ECHS Ranchi Offline Form 2026

Attach self-attested copies of the following documents:

• ✅ Aadhaar Card & PAN Card (both mandatory)
• ✅ Educational Certificates (8th, 10th, 12th, Graduation, Diploma/Degree as per post)
• ✅ Medical / Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate (for Nursing Assistant, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, Dental Assistant)
• ✅ PPO, Discharge Book & Identity Card (mandatory for Ex-Servicemen applicants)
• ✅ Experience Certificate (mandatory where required)
• ✅ No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if applicable)
• ✅ 4 passport-size photographs (for interview)
• ✅ Medical Certificate (for interview)

⚠️ Note: Submit application in 2 copies. Do NOT send original documents – only self-attested photocopies.

How to Apply for ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026 – Step by Step

Step 1: Read Official Notification & Check Eligibility
Read the official notification carefully. Check post-wise eligibility – qualification, age (as on July 4, 2026), Council registration requirement, and Ex-Servicemen priority status.

Step 2: Download & Print Application Form
Download the official application form and print 2 copies on A4 paper (as application must be submitted in duplicate).

Step 3: Fill Both Copies – No Column Left Blank
Fill all columns clearly. No cutting or overwriting. Write “N.A.” for non-applicable columns. Mention your mobile number and email ID accurately.

Step 4: Attach Self-Attested Document Copies
Attach self-attested photocopies in order: Aadhaar & PAN card, educational certificates, council registration (for medical posts), PPO/Discharge Book (Ex-Servicemen), experience certificate, NOC (if applicable).

Step 5: Write Post Name & Category on Envelope
Write post name and your category/caste on the outer envelope in English Capital Letters.

Step 6: Send 2 Copies via Post
Send both copies of the application along with all required documents via Registered Post / Speed Post to:

OIC Station Cell (ECHS)
Station HQ Ranchi
Opp Ranchi Gymkhana Club
Hazaribagh Road, Booty More
Ranchi, Jharkhand – 834012

Step 7: Keep Copies & Postal Receipt
Keep a photocopy of all submitted documents and the postal dispatch receipt for future reference.

ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026 – Address for Sending Application

Mode	Details
Postal Address	OIC Station Cell (ECHS), Station HQ Ranchi, Opp Ranchi Gymkhana Club, Hazaribagh Road, Booty More, Ranchi, Jharkhand – 834012
Send By	In Person / Registered Post / Speed Post / Ordinary Post
Envelope Writing	“Post Name and Your Category/Caste” in English Capital Letters
Submit in	2 copies
Last Date to Reach	July 4, 2026

Required Documents Checklist

Document	Status
Aadhaar Card & PAN Card	✅ Mandatory
Educational Certificates	✅ Mandatory
Council Registration Certificate	For Nursing Assistant, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, Dental Assistant
PPO, Discharge Book & ID Card	For Ex-Servicemen
Experience Certificate	Where required
NOC from current employer	If applicable
2 copies of Application Form	✅ Mandatory
Passport size photographs (4 for interview)	✅ Mandatory

Important Instructions for ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026

Read these carefully before applying:

1. Deadline is July 4, 2026: Applications must reach the office by this date. Send well in advance via Registered/Speed Post.
2. No Application Fee: Do not pay anyone. This recruitment is completely free.
3. Submit in 2 Copies: The notification states that the application must be submitted in 2 copies.
4. Ex-Servicemen Priority: Ex-Servicemen will be given first priority for selection. Attach PPO, Discharge Book, and Identity Card copies.
5. Write Post Name on Envelope: Write post name and your category/caste on the outer envelope in English Capital Letters.
6. Fill All Columns: No column should be left blank. Write “N.A.” for non-applicable columns.
7. Send Only Photocopies: Do not send original documents – only self-attested photocopies.
8. No TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid to any candidate for attending the interview.
9. Council Registration: Nursing Assistant, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, and Dental Assistant posts require valid Council Registration.
10. Keep a Copy: Keep a photocopy of all submitted documents and postal receipt for future reference.

Post Summary Table

Post	Vacancy	Qualification	Age	Salary	Location
Female Attendant	02	Basic literacy	18-53	₹21,800	Chaibasa, Gumla
Ambulance Driver	01	8th + Driving License	18-53	₹25,600	Ranchi
Clerk/DEO (Combined)	04	Graduate + Computer Diploma	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi
Clerk	01	Graduate + Computer Diploma	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi
DEO	01	Graduate + Computer Diploma	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi, Daltongunj, Chaibasa, Gumla
Nursing Assistant	02	GNM/CIA Armed Forces + Council Registration	18-53	₹36,500	Chaibasa, Gumla
Pharmacist	02	12th Science + B.Pharmacy + Council Registration	18-53	₹36,500	Chaibasa, Gumla
Lab Technician	01	12th Science + Lab Tech Diploma + Experience	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi
IT Network Technician	01	IT Networking Diploma + Computer Diploma	18-53	₹36,500	Ranchi
Dental Assistant	02	Hygiene Diploma (Dental) or DH DORA Course	18-56	₹36,500	Chaibasa, Daltongunj

About Station HQ ECHS Cell Ranchi

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) is a flagship healthcare initiative of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, established to provide quality medical facilities to retired Armed Forces personnel and their dependents. 

Station Headquarters (ECHS Cell), Ranchi manages ECHS Polyclinics in Jharkhand — located at Ranchi, Chaibasa, Gumla, and Daltongunj. Working at an ECHS Polyclinic is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the healthcare of India’s ex-servicemen and their families.

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Final Words – Apply Now for ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026

The ECHS Ranchi Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for candidates from 8th pass to graduate level in Jharkhand. With 17 vacancies, salaries up to ₹36,500 per month, no application fee, and priority for Ex-Servicemen, this recruitment is highly accessible for eligible candidates.

The last date to apply is July 4, 2026. Prepare your application in 2 copies, attach your documents, and send it via Registered/Speed Post to ECHS Cell, Station HQ Ranchi today.

Good luck with your ECHS Ranchi application!

Disclaimer: This information is based on the official recruitment notification issued by Station HQ ECHS Cell Ranchi as of June 10, 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full official notification before applying.

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