AFMS Invites Applications for Recruitment of 120 Medical Officers

According to an NDTV report, the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has initiated the recruitment process for the posts of Medical Officer under the Short Service Commission (SSC). Under this recruitment, candidates can apply online for a total of 120 vacancies on the official website join.afms.gov.in until November 18, 2026.

The primary objective of this recruitment drive is to fill 120 vacancies, of which 90 posts have been allocated for male candidates and 30 posts for female candidates. Detailed instructions regarding this recruitment were released on November 7.

As per the eligibility criteria, candidates must possess an MBBS degree and must fulfill all requirements regarding the prescribed internship, registration, and age limit. Candidates must have passed their final MBBS examination in a maximum of two attempts. Additionally, permanent registration with the State Medical Council or the National Medical Commission (NMC) is mandatory.

According to other conditions for candidates, they must complete their compulsory internship by September 30, 2026. Candidates must have appeared for the NEET PG 2025 or NEET PG 2026 examination. Candidates possessing a postgraduate medical degree are also eligible to participate in this recruitment process.

The selection process will involve various stages. First, candidates will be shortlisted based on their NEET PG score, followed by an interview, medical examination, and document verification. The final merit list will be prepared based on the NEET PG marks and the interview score. Notably, candidates holding an NCC certificate may receive a weightage of up to three marks during the interview evaluation.

The interview process will commence from December 2, 2026, at the Army Hospital (Research and Referral) located in Delhi Cantt. Shortlisted candidates will receive their interview admit cards at least one week before the scheduled date.

Candidates successful in the recruitment process will be commissioned at the rank of Captain. For this post, they will receive a basic pay of ₹ 61,300 under Pay Level 10B. In addition, they will be provided a Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹ 15,500 and other applicable allowances.

Candidates of all categories are required to pay a fee of ₹ 200 to apply. This fee can be paid online via internet banking, credit card, or debit card. After completing the application process, candidates should save their payment transaction number and download the attestation form. Candidates must carry five copies of this attestation form during the interview. The last date to apply is November 18, 2026.