Pharmacist Govt Job at Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme
Are you looking for a Government Pharmacist Job in Mumbai? The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has invited applications for the Pharmacist position at ECHS Polyclinic, COD Kandivali.
Candidates with a BPharm degree or an approved Diploma in Pharmacy and at least three years of relevant experience can apply. The engagement will initially be for one year and may be renewed for an additional year, subject to satisfactory performance, the prescribed maximum age, and applicable terms and conditions.
- Post: Pharmacist
- Organization: Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme
- Ministry: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
- Workplace: ECHS Polyclinic, COD Kandivali
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Number of Vacancies: One
- Maximum Age: 58 years
- Experience: Minimum three years
- Monthly Remuneration: ₹36,500
- Employment Type: Contractual
- Application Mode: Offline
- Last Date: 10 September 2026, by 5:00 PM
- Interview Date: 23 September 2026
About ECHS
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme provides healthcare services to eligible ex-servicemen and their dependants through a network of ECHS polyclinics and empanelled healthcare facilities.
This recruitment is being conducted by Station Headquarters, ECHS Cell, INS Hamla, for contractual staffing at ECHS Polyclinic, COD Kandivali.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess either of the following qualifications:
- BPharm from a recognized institution;
OR
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board; and
- An approved Diploma in Pharmacy from an institution recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India; and
- Registration as a pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
Experience Requirement
For this ECHS pharmacist recruitment, candidates must possess a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
A diploma or course in a pharmacy specialty will be considered a desirable qualification.
Contract Duration
The selected candidate will initially be engaged on a contractual basis for one year.
The engagement may be renewed for an additional period of one year or until the candidate attains the prescribed maximum age, whichever occurs earlier. Renewal will depend on satisfactory performance and fulfilment of the applicable terms and conditions.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must download the prescribed application form from the official ECHS website and submit it in duplicate hard copy.
The completed application must be accompanied by self-attested copies of:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Pharmacy registration documents
- Work-experience certificates
- Medical fitness certificate
- Other supporting documents required in the official notification
- Applications must be sent through Speed Post or courier to:
Officer-in-Charge
Station Headquarters, ECHS INS Hamla
Marve Road, Malad (West)
Mumbai – 400095
The application must reach the prescribed address by 5:00 PM on 10 September 2026. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
Important Application Instructions
Applications may be rejected if:
- Required educational certificates are not enclosed.
- The supporting documents are not self-attested.
- A valid medical fitness certificate is not submitted.
- Work-experience certificates are missing.
- The candidate does not possess the required experience.
- The candidate exceeds the prescribed age limit.
- The application reaches the authority after the deadline.
Candidates should carefully review the notification and application instructions on the official ECHS vacancies page before applying.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted according to the prescribed eligibility and qualitative requirements.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview through telephone and email. Therefore, submitting an application does not automatically entitle a candidate to attend the interview.
Preference will be given to ex-servicemen.
Interview Details
- Interview Date: 23 September 2026
- Reporting Time: 9:00 AM
- Interview Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Venue: INS Hamla, Mumbai
Only candidates informed by the ECHS authorities should report for the interview.
Documents Required for the Interview
Shortlisted candidates must bring the originals of the following documents:
- Class 10 or Matriculation certificate and marksheet
- Class 12 certificate and marksheet
- Graduation or postgraduate certificates, if applicable
- Diploma certificates
- Pharmacist registration certificate
- Work-experience certificates
- Discharge book, if applicable
- Pension Payment Order, if applicable
- Service records, if applicable
- Four recent passport-size photographs
Candidates should carry all relevant original certificates for verification.
No TA or DA
No Travelling Allowance or Dearness Allowance will be paid for attending the interview.
Contact Details
For additional information, candidates may contact Station Headquarters, ECHS Cell, INS Hamla:
- Telephone: 022-29992466 / 2425
- Email: echshamla@gmail.com
Apply for the ECHS Pharmacist Recruitment
This ECHS Pharmacist Recruitment is an opportunity for experienced BPharm and DPharm professionals seeking a contractual government healthcare position in Mumbai.
Eligible candidates should ensure that their completed application, submitted in duplicate with all required self-attested documents, reaches Station Headquarters, ECHS INS Hamla by 5:00 PM on 10 September 2026.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION FORM AND CHECK THE OFFICIAL NOTICE
Pharmanika is a career information portal. Candidates must verify the vacancy, age limit, qualifications, application deadline, interview schedule, and other conditions from the official ECHS notification before applying.
