The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), Ministry of Defence, has released the notification for 120 Medical Officer posts under Short Service Commission (SSC) – 90 for men and 30 for women. Selected doctors are commissioned as Captain (or equivalent rank in the Navy and Air Force) and serve in military hospitals and units across the Army, Navy and Air Force.
MBBS doctors with permanent registration who appeared in NEET PG 2025 or 2026 can apply online from 9 to 18 November 2026. There is no written exam – candidates are shortlisted on their NEET PG score and called for an interview at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantt from 2 December 2026 (tentative). Selected officers get Pay Level 10B (₹61,300 basic) plus ₹15,500 Military Service Pay and allowances.
AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), Ministry of Defence |
| Post | Medical Officer – Short Service Commission |
| Total Vacancies | 120 (Male 90, Female 30) |
| Rank on Entry | Captain (or equivalent) |
| Qualification | MBBS (max 2 attempts) + permanent registration + NEET PG 2025/2026; PG holders also eligible |
| Age Limit | MBBS: below 30; PG: below 35 (as on 31 December 2026) |
| Pay | Level 10B – ₹61,300 basic + ₹15,500 MSP + allowances |
| Application Fee | ₹200 |
| Selection | NEET PG shortlisting + Interview + Medical exam |
| Application Dates | 9 – 18 November 2026 |
| Official Website | join.afms.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short notice released | 31 October 2026 |
| Detailed advertisement (Employment News) | 7 November 2026 |
| Online registration starts | 9 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 18 November 2026 |
| Admit card | At least one week before interview |
| Interview at Delhi Cantt | From 2 December 2026 (tentative) |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Male | 90 |
| Female | 30 |
| Total | 120 |
Separate merit lists are prepared for men and women, so you compete only within your own group.
Service Tenure
- Initial tenure: 5 years
- Extension: up to 9 more years in two spells (maximum 14 years)
- Promotions: Captain → Major (after 4 years) → Lieutenant Colonel (after 11 years), subject to criteria
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Medical degree (MBBS) recognised under the NMC Act, 2019.
- Final MBBS (Part I and II) passed in not more than two attempts.
- Permanent registration with a State Medical Council or NMC.
- Internship completed on or before 30 September 2026.
- Appeared in NEET PG 2025 or 2026.
- PG degree holders (recognised by NMC/NBE/State Medical Council) can also apply; candidates pursuing PG must have their final result by 18 November 2026.
Age Limit (as on 31 December 2026)
| Qualification | Maximum Age | Born on or after |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | Below 30 years | 2 January 1997 |
| PG Degree | Below 35 years | 2 January 1992 |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 10B (Defence Pay Matrix) |
| Basic Pay | ₹61,300 per month |
| Military Service Pay | ₹15,500 per month |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, Non-Practising Allowance (NPA), Transport Allowance, Dress Allowance |
| Other Benefits | Accommodation, rations, free medical care for family, 60 days annual + 20 days casual leave, LTC, group insurance, CSD canteen |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | ₹200 (online, non-refundable) |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting on NEET PG marks/percentile (converted to “calculated NEET PG marks” out of 200); separate lists for men and women.
- Interview at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantt – 50 marks (47 viva-voce + up to 3 for NCC). Minimum 25 marks (50%) required.
- Medical Examination by a Special Medical Board (appeal allowed).
- Final Merit = calculated NEET PG marks (200) + interview marks (50) = 250.
There is no written exam.
How to Apply for AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
The application is online only.
- Visit the official AFMS recruitment website – join.afms.gov.in.
- Click New Registration and create your login.
- Fill in your personal, educational, registration and NEET PG details.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, up to 100 KB, not older than 6 months) and the required documents (PDF).
- Pay the ₹200 fee online (net banking, debit/credit card).
- Submit the form before 18 November 2026 and save the payment transaction number.
- Download the admit card at least a week before your interview date.
Documents Required
- Class 10 certificate or birth certificate (date of birth proof)
- MBBS degree and Final MBBS (Part I and II) attempt certificate
- Internship completion certificate
- Permanent registration certificate (State Medical Council / NMC)
- NEET PG 2025/2026 score card
- PG degree certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar card
Carry originals and two attested photocopies of each document to the interview.
Official Website and Helpline
| Purpose | Details |
|---|---|
| AFMS Recruitment Portal (apply online, admit card) | join.afms.gov.in |
| Helpline | 011-24199857 (10 AM – 4 PM, Monday to Friday) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026? 120 – 90 for men and 30 for women.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? 18 November 2026.
Q3. Is there a written exam? No. Shortlisting is based on NEET PG marks, followed by an interview and medical exam.
Q4. Is NEET PG compulsory? Yes, for MBBS candidates (NEET PG 2025 or 2026). PG degree holders are also eligible.
Q5. What is the age limit? Below 30 years for MBBS and below 35 years for PG holders, as on 31 December 2026.
Q6. What is the salary? Pay Level 10B with ₹61,300 basic pay, ₹15,500 MSP, plus DA, HRA, NPA and other allowances.
Q7. Where is the interview held? At Army Hospital (Research & Referral), Delhi Cantt, from 2 December 2026 (tentative).
Q8. How long is the service? An initial 5 years, extendable up to 14 years in total.
Conclusion
AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 is a prestigious chance for young doctors to serve as commissioned officers in the Armed Forces with good pay and benefits. Check your MBBS attempts, internship date and NEET PG details, and apply on join.afms.gov.in before 18 November 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the AFMS SSC Medical Officer notification published in Employment News (7 November 2026). Candidates should verify all details from the official notification on join.afms.gov.in before applying.