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AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 120 Short Service Commission Posts (Advt No. AFMS/SSC/MO/2026)

Advt No: Advt. No. AFMS/SSC/MO/2026•Armed Forces Medical Services

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Total Vacancies

AFMS

120

Medical Officer (Male Candidates) - Short Service Commission, Medical Officer (Female Candidates) - Short Service Commission

Min Qualification

MBBS BDS BAMS

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 30 Yrs

as on 31 Dec 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹61,300–₹1,93,900

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Armed Forces Medical Services (Advt No: Advt. No. AFMS/SSC/MO/2026)

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About this Recruitment

Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), Ministry of Defence, has released the recruitment notification for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) to civilian medical doctors as Medical Officers in the Armed Forces (Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force). The recruitment drive offers 120 commission vacancies (90 for male doctors and 30 for female doctors) in the rank of Captain (or naval/air force equivalents). Candidates must possess an MBBS degree (cleared in not more than two attempts) or recognized PG degree/diploma, permanent registration with NMC/State Medical Council, completed one-year rotatory internship, and must have appeared in NEET PG (2025 or 2026). Selected officers receive Level 10B military pay with MSP and NPA amounting to ~₹1.35 to ₹1.48 Lakhs per month. Online applications are accepted on join.afms.gov.in from 09 November 2026 to 18 November 2026.

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Armed Forces Medical Services announces 120 SSC Medical Officer vacancies (90 Male, 30 Female).
Commissioned in the rank of Captain in Indian Army (or Surgeon Lieutenant in Navy, Flight Lieutenant in IAF).
Lucrative Defence Pay Level 10B (₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900) + MSP ₹15,500/mo + NPA 20% (Gross ~₹1.35 to ₹1.48 Lakh/month).
Educational qualification: MBBS degree passed in maximum two attempts + 1-year internship completion + permanent medical council registration.
Mandatory requirement: Candidate must have appeared in NEET PG (2025 or 2026).
Age limit: Below 30 years for MBBS doctors (born on or after 02.01.1997); below 35 years for PG degree holders as on 31 December 2026.
Application fee of ₹200 payable online; registration window closes on 18 November 2026 on join.afms.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

30 Years

* Age calculated as on: 31 December 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Candidates holding recognized Post Graduate Degree (MD/MS/DNB): +5 Years

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Educational Eligibility: MBBS BDS BAMS

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

7 November 2026

Application Start Date

9 November 2026

Last Date to Apply

18 November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Medical Officer (Male Candidates) - Short Service Commission	90	MBBS BDS BAMS
Medical Officer (Female Candidates) - Short Service Commission	30	MBBS BDS BAMS

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Level 10B (₹61,300 - ₹1,93,900) + MSP ₹15,500 + NPA 20% + DA

Official Pay Scale

₹61,300 - ₹1,93,900/- plus Military Service Pay (MSP)

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹61,300

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹30,650

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹11,034

Transport Allowance (TA)₹5,400

Gross Monthly Salary₹1,08,384

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹9,195

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹9,905

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹98,479

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹13.01 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Access the official Armed Forces Medical Services recruitment portal at https://join.afms.gov.in.

Click on 'New Registration' and enter your full name as recorded in your matriculation certificate.

Provide your valid email ID, mobile number, and enter the OTP received for profile verification.

Fill in your medical qualification details including MBBS marks, number of attempts, and NMC/State Council registration number.

Enter your NEET PG roll number, year of appearance (2025 or 2026), and percentile/marks scored.

Upload scanned copies of required documents including MBBS degree/attempt certificates, internship certificate, NEET PG scorecard, photo, and signature.

Pay the non-refundable processing fee of ₹200 via the integrated online payment gateway.

Carefully preview all sections of your application before final submission.

Submit the application and download a copy of the completed application summary for presentation during the interview.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Passport Size Photograph

Recent color photograph on white background, JPG format between 20 KB and 50 KB

Scanned Signature

Clear signature on white paper with dark ink, JPG format between 10 KB and 20 KB

MBBS Degree & Attempt Certificates

Degree certificate along with attempt certificate verifying passing in not more than 2 attempts

Compulsory Rotatory Internship Certificate

Certificate certifying completion of 12-month internship from a recognized hospital

Permanent Medical Council Registration

Registration certificate issued by National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council

NEET PG Scorecard (2025 / 2026)

Official scorecard downloaded from NBEMS website

Matriculation / 10th Certificate

Proof of date of birth and father's/mother's name

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Application Fee Details

All Candidates (Male / Female / All Categories)₹200

Payment Modes: Online Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card (Visa / MasterCard / RuPay), UPI Payments

Selection Process

Shortlisting Based on NEET PG (2025 / 2026) Scorecard & Academic Merit

Personal Interview Conducted by Board of Officers in New Delhi

Special Medical Board (SMB) Examination for Military Commissioning

Final All-India Merit List and Police/Document Verification

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?

A total of 120 Short Service Commission (SSC) Medical Officer posts are notified, comprising 90 vacancies for male doctors and 30 vacancies for female doctors.

What is the rank and pay scale of an AFMS Medical Officer?

Candidates are commissioned in the rank of Captain in the Army (or equivalent in Navy/Air Force) in Pay Level 10B with Basic Pay of ₹61,300/-, Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500/-, and Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) of 20%, resulting in a gross monthly remuneration of approximately ₹1,35,000 - ₹1,48,000.

Is NEET PG scorecard mandatory for applying to AFMS Medical Officer?

Yes, candidates must have appeared in either NEET PG 2025 or NEET PG 2026. The initial shortlisting for interviews in New Delhi is based on NEET PG merit and marks.

What is the age limit for MBBS and PG candidates in AFMS?

For MBBS degree holders, the candidate must be below 30 years of age (born on or after 02 January 1997). For PG Degree/Diploma holders, the maximum age is below 35 years (born on or after 02 January 1992) as on 31 December 2026.