ECHS Station Cell Bengdubi Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Pharmacist, Dental Hygienist & Other Posts

The Government of India, Ministry of Defence, Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station Cell Bengdubi, has issued an Employment Notice inviting applications from eligible candidates to engage Para Medical and Non-Medical staff on a contractual basis at ECHS Polyclinic Bengdubi and ECHS Polyclinic Raiganj. The engagement will be for a period of one year, renewable for an additional period of one year or till the candidate attains the maximum age, subject to performance and other conditions specified against each post.

This is a contractual recruitment meant to fill essential Pharmacist, Dental Hygienist, Female Attendant, Chowkidar and House Keeper posts at the two ECHS Polyclinics under Station Cell Bengdubi, which serves Ex-Servicemen and their dependents in the region. As per the notice, preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM) in each category; if a civilian candidate is selected against a vacancy reserved for an Ex-Serviceman, that civilian will be eligible to serve only for 11 months from the date of appointment, after which the post will fall vacant again for allotment to an Ex-Serviceman.

Overview of ECHS Station Cell Bengdubi Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Details, Qualification and Remuneration

The Employment Notice lists posts separately for ECHS Polyclinic Bengdubi and ECHS Polyclinic Raiganj. The tentative number of vacancies, minimum qualification and fixed monthly remuneration for each post are given below.

For Polyclinic Bengdubi

For Polyclinic Raiganj

In total, this notice covers 6 tentative vacancies across the two ECHS Polyclinics: 2 Pharmacist posts (1 each at Bengdubi and Raiganj), and 1 each of Dental Hygienist, Female Attendant, Chowkidar and House Keeper at Raiganj. Candidates should note that the vacancy numbers are described as “tentative” in the official notice, meaning the final number of posts filled may vary depending on actual requirement at the time of selection.

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Eligibility Criteria

Each post carries its own minimum qualification and experience requirement, as detailed in the vacancy table above. In summary:

• Pharmacist: B.Pharmacy from a recognized institute, or a Diploma in Pharmacy from an institute recognized by a council of India, along with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Dental Hygienist: A Diploma in Dental Hygienist, or Class-I DH, or DORA course from the Armed Forces, along with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Female Attendant: The candidate should be literate and must have 5 years of experience in a civil or Army health institute.
• Chowkidar: Class 8th pass, or candidates from a GD Trade background in the Armed Forces.
• House Keeper: The candidate should be literate and must have 5 years of relevant service.

The notice states that preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM) in each category. Only candidates meeting the minimum qualification requirement specified against each post may apply; candidates are advised to check the detailed application format on the official ECHS website for any further eligibility conditions before applying.

Transfer, Reserve Pool and Tenure of Engagement

The notice makes clear that all employees engaged under this notice may be employed or transferred to any polyclinic under Station Cell (ECHS) Bengdubi – that is, either Bengdubi or Raiganj – for a temporary period or for the entire period of engagement. A reserve pool of candidates found suitable will be maintained and such candidates may be employed subsequently for a period up to 31 March 2027, as and when a vacancy is created during the year. Subsequent extension of one year will follow as per existing ECHS protocols, and preference will continue to be given to Ex-Servicemen in each category during this process.

Application Fee

No application fee has been mentioned in this Employment Notice for any category of candidates.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply as per the prescribed application format available on the official ECHS website, along with self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications and work experience certificates.

1. Visit the official ECHS website, www.echs.gov.in, and download the prescribed application format for this recruitment.
2. Fill in the application completely and attach self-attested photocopies of all educational qualification certificates and proof of the required work experience.
3. Submit the completed application, in duplicate, to the Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Bengdubi, so as to reach on or before 12 August 2026.
4. Applications received after 12 August 2026 will not be accepted, so candidates should ensure timely submission.
5. For any additional details on terms and conditions, application form and remuneration, candidates may also email shqbengdubi@echs.gov.in or approach the concerned ECHS Polyclinic directly.

Interview Date, Timing and Venue

Shortlisted candidates must report to Station Cell (ECHS), Bengdubi (located near SBI Bengdubi) at 0830 hours on 14 August 2026 for the interview. The interview process itself will be conducted between 0900 hours and 1500 hours on the same day.

Candidates attending the interview must carry all original certificates and mark sheets/degrees relating to 10th/Matriculation, 10+2, and Graduation/Post-Graduation/Diploma/Course as applicable to the post, along with proof of the required work experience and two passport-size colour photographs. Ex-Servicemen candidates must additionally bring their discharge book, Pension Payment Order (PPO), and service records. No TA/DA (Travelling Allowance/Dearness Allowance) will be admissible for attending the interview, and only candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirement for the post applied for may attend.

Terms Relating to Handing/Taking Over and Property Declaration

The notice sets out a specific process for the transition of key appointments at each polyclinic. A period of 10 days is prescribed for handing over/taking over duties between an outgoing and incoming appointee in the roles of OIC, Pharmacist, DEO, Chowkidar, Peon, Dental Hygienist, Female Attendant and House Keeper. Additionally, the Annual Property Return (APR), a declaration of assets in respect of immovable and movable property, must be deposited with Station HQ before the appointee formally takes up (tenants) the appointment. This requirement applies both to initial appointment and to any extension of tenure, and the appointment or extension letter will be issued only after this document has been submitted.

Selected candidates are also required to undergo 10 days of On-the-Job Training (OJT) and must obtain a certificate from the OIC, ECHS, before signing the contract. The period of OJT is unpaid, but it is mandatory and must be completed before the candidate can formally assume charge as a contractual employee.

Important Instructions

• This engagement is purely contractual in nature, for a period of one year, renewable for an additional one year or till the candidate reaches the maximum permissible age, subject to satisfactory performance and other prescribed conditions.
• If a civilian candidate is selected against a vacancy that is otherwise reserved for an Ex-Serviceman, that candidate will be permitted to serve for only 11 months from the date of appointment, after which the vacancy will again become available for an Ex-Serviceman.
• Preference in selection will be given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM) in each category of post.
• Applications must be submitted in duplicate to reach the OIC, Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Bengdubi, by 12 August 2026; late applications will not be entertained.
• No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview on 14 August 2026.
• Candidates should regularly check the official ECHS website and the notice itself for the complete and updated terms and conditions before applying.

About ECHS and Station Cell Bengdubi

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) is a healthcare scheme run by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, to provide medical facilities to Ex-Servicemen pensioners and their dependents through a network of Polyclinics across the country. Station Cell Bengdubi oversees ECHS Polyclinics in the Bengdubi and Raiganj areas of West Bengal, and this Employment Notice is aimed at filling essential Para Medical and support staff positions to keep these Polyclinics functioning smoothly for the Ex-Servicemen community they serve.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is ECHS Station Cell Bengdubi Recruitment 2026?

It is a contractual recruitment drive by the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Station Cell Bengdubi, Ministry of Defence, to fill Pharmacist, Dental Hygienist, Female Attendant, Chowkidar and House Keeper posts at ECHS Polyclinic Bengdubi and ECHS Polyclinic Raiganj.

2. How many total vacancies are there?

6 tentative vacancies: 2 Pharmacist posts (one each at Bengdubi and Raiganj), and 1 each of Dental Hygienist, Female Attendant, Chowkidar and House Keeper at Raiganj.

3. What is the last date to submit the application?

Applications must reach the OIC, Station HQ (ECHS Cell), Bengdubi, by 12 August 2026. Applications received after this date will not be accepted.

4. When and where will the interview be held?

The interview will be held at Station Cell (ECHS), Bengdubi (near SBI Bengdubi), with candidates required to report at 0830 hours on 14 August 2026. The interview will be conducted between 0900 hours and 1500 hours.

5. What is the remuneration for these posts?

Pharmacist and Dental Hygienist posts carry a fixed remuneration of Rs.36,500 per month, while Female Attendant, Chowkidar and House Keeper posts carry Rs.21,800 per month.

6. Is there an application fee?

No application fee has been specified in this notice.

7. Is TA/DA paid for attending the interview?

No. The notice clearly states that no TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.

8. Will Ex-Servicemen get preference in this recruitment?

Yes. Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen (ESM) in each category of post.

9. What happens if a civilian is selected against an ESM-reserved vacancy?

Such a civilian candidate will be eligible to serve for only 11 months from the date of appointment, after which the post will again fall vacant for allotment to an Ex-Serviceman.

10. What is the nature and duration of this engagement?

It is a contractual engagement for one year, renewable for an additional period of one year, or till the candidate attains the maximum permissible age, subject to performance and other conditions.