Overview
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has announced the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2026 drive for 96 vacancies across Peon, Clerk and several other posts. Eligible candidates must submit their applications through the offline mode after checking the post-wise educational, age and experience requirements in the official notification.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) |
| Post Name | Peon, Clerk and Other Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 96 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | echs.gov.in |
Important Dates
The detailed application schedule should be confirmed from the official recruitment notice. Candidates are advised not to wait until the final day to dispatch their forms, as applications received after the prescribed deadline may be rejected.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility conditions differ depending on the post. Applicants should read the official PDF carefully before applying, particularly where professional registration, relevant work experience or an ex-servicemen preference is specified.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates applying for support-level posts such as Peon should possess the minimum school-level qualification prescribed in the notification, which may include an 8th-pass qualification from a recognised institution.
- Clerk and data-handling posts may require Class 12, graduation, computer knowledge, typing skills or relevant clerical experience, depending on the position.
- Technical, paramedical and healthcare posts, where included, require the relevant diploma, degree, professional registration and experience.
- Qualifications must be obtained from a recognised board, university or institution.
- Applicants must attach self-attested copies of all educational and professional certificates with the application.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits will apply post-wise under ECHS recruitment rules.
- Age will be calculated as on the cut-off date stated in the detailed notification.
- Relaxation or preference may be available to ex-servicemen and other eligible categories as permitted under applicable rules.
- Candidates should verify the exact upper-age limit for their chosen post before sending the form.
Fees
- The brief recruitment information does not specify an application fee.
- Candidates should check the official notification for any post-wise fee or payment instructions.
- Applicants should not make payments through unofficial links or to unauthorised individuals.
Selection Process
The recruitment process is expected to involve the following stages:
- Application scrutiny: ECHS will examine submitted forms and supporting documents to determine whether applicants meet the prescribed conditions.
- Written test, skill test or interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or a post-specific test. The exact method will depend on the position and official notice.
- Document verification and final selection: Original certificates relating to education, age, experience, category and service background will be checked before appointment.
Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not automatically guarantee shortlisting or selection.
How to Apply
- Visit the official ECHS website at echs.gov.in.
- Open the section containing employment notices, contractual staff vacancies or regional recruitment advertisements.
- Locate the notification relating to ECHS Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2026 for 96 posts.
- Download the notification and application format. Check the vacancy table, station-wise requirements, qualifications and experience conditions.
- Print the form and enter personal, educational, professional and contact details clearly. Select only the post and location for which eligibility conditions are fulfilled.
- Attach self-attested copies of the required documents, including proof of date of birth, educational certificates, experience records, registration certificates, identity proof and recent photographs.
- Place the completed application and enclosures in an envelope. Write the post applied for on the envelope if the notification instructs candidates to do so.
- Send or submit the application to the ECHS address specified in the official PDF before the closing date. Applicants should retain a copy of the form and postal or submission receipt.
- Regularly monitor the official website and the provided email address or mobile number for interview, test and document-verification updates.
Incomplete forms, unsigned applications, missing certificates and applications delivered after the deadline are liable to be rejected.
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FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under ECHS Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment drive covers 96 Peon, Clerk and other vacancies.
2. Can candidates submit the ECHS application online?
No. Applications must be submitted through the offline mode in the prescribed format and to the address given in the notification.
3. What is the minimum qualification for these posts?
The qualification varies by post. Support-level vacancies may accept candidates with an 8th-pass qualification, while clerical, technical and medical positions require higher or specialised credentials.
