Armed Forces Medical Services AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 for 120 Vacancies
Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS)
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- Short Notification Released : 31-10-2026
- Detailed Notification Published : 07-11-2026
- Online Application Start : 09-11-2026
- Last Date to Apply Online : 18-11-2026
- Interview Date : December 2026 (Tentative)
- All Categories : To be announced in detailed notification (07-11-2026)
- Payment Mode : Online via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
Candidates must meet the following age criteria as of 31-12-2026:
- Maximum Age for MBBS Degree Holders: Below 30 Years
- Maximum Age for Postgraduate Medical Degree Holders: Below 35 Years
Age relaxations and service terms will be specified in accordance with Armed Forces Medical Services rules.
The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) under the Ministry of Defence has released the recruitment notification for 120 Medical Officer posts under the Short Service Commission (SSC). This recruitment presents an esteemed opportunity for eligible male and female medical professionals to serve in the defence healthcare sector. Selected officers will be appointed to provide healthcare support across the Army, Navy, and Air Force installations.
A total of 120 Short Service Commission Medical Officer vacancies have been announced. Here is the gender-wise breakdown:
| Post / Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer (Male) | 90 |
| Medical Officer (Female) | 30 |
| Total | 120 |
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Medical Officer (SSC) | MBBS degree from a recognised medical college/institution. Candidates with postgraduate medical degrees/diplomas are also eligible. Must have permanent/provisional medical registration and completed mandatory internship. |
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these step-by-step instructions:
- Visit the official recruitment portal of Armed Forces Medical Services at join.afms.gov.in.
- Click on the notification link for 'AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026' and read the detailed guidelines.
- Complete the new user registration by entering personal details, email ID, and mobile number.
- Log in with your credentials and fill in educational details, internship completion status, and medical council registration numbers.
- Upload the required scanned certificates, photograph, and signature in the specified dimensions.
- Pay the requisite application fee (if applicable) and preview the completed form before final submission.
- Submit the application form before November 18, 2026, and print a copy of the confirmation receipt for interview records.
The selection process for AFMS SSC Medical Officer involves the following stages:
- Shortlisting of Applications based on eligibility and qualifications.
- Personal Interview tentatively scheduled for December 2026 in Delhi.
- Document Verification of academic and medical registration certificates.
- Medical Fitness Examination by a designated Military Medical Board.
Selected Medical Officers under the Short Service Commission are appointed with the rank of Captain (or equivalent in Navy/Air Force) with central pay scales under the 7th CPC (Level 10B/Pay Matrix), along with Military Service Pay (MSP), Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA), DA, HRA, and medical facilities. Exact salary breakdowns and rank promotions will be specified in the detailed notification.
