AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026, Apply Online, Vacancies, and Eligibility

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has officially released the notification for the AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026, offering a prestigious career for medical graduates in the Indian Armed Forces. Qualified doctors holding MBBS or postgraduate (PG) degrees can apply for Short Service Commission (SSC) Medical Officer posts across the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Online applications are accepted exclusively through the official portal from November 9, 2026, to November 18, 2026.

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

 Candidates are shortlisted for interviews based on their NEET PG entrance examination percentile scores from 2025 or 2026. 

AFMS Medical Officer Notification 2026 PDF

The official AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF outlines 120 total vacancies (90 for male candidates and 30 for female candidates). Click the button below to download the PDF:

AFMS Medical Officer Notification 2026 PDF Download

AFMS Medical Officer Apply Online 2026 

The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has started the application process for Medical Officer posts under the Short Service Commission (SSC). Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website join.afms.gov.in, until November 18, 2026. Click on the button below to apply:

AFMS Medical Officer Apply Online 2026 

How To Apply For The AFMS SSC Medical Officer 2026

Eligible applicants can complete their AFMS SSC Medical Officer Apply Online registration by following these steps prior to the AFMS Medical Officer Application Last Date on November 18, 2026:

1. Visit the official portal at join.afms.gov.in.

2. Click on NEW REGISTRATION and fill in your basic personal and academic details.

3. Upload scanned copies of essential documents:

• Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, up to 100 KB).

• Class X certificate / Birth certificate for age proof (PDF, up to 200 KB).

• Final MBBS Part I & II attempt certificates.

• Internship completion certificate.

• NEET PG score card.

• PG degree certificate (if applicable).

• Aadhaar Card.

4. Pay the non-refundable Application Processing Fee (APF) of ₹200 via Internet Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.

5. Save the online payment transaction number and submit the form. Download the admit card once published (at least one week before the interview).

AFMS Medical Officer Vacancy 2026 Breakdown

The total distribution for AFMS Medical Officer Vacancy 2026 is allocated across male and female wings to fulfil requirements across military hospitals, field units, and naval/air base establishments nationwide.

• Male Candidates: 90 Vacancies

• Female Candidates: 30 Vacancies

• Total Posts: 120 Vacancies

AFMS Medical Officer Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit 2026

To qualify under the AFMS Medical Officer Eligibility Criteria, applicants must meet specific requirements regarding nationality, medical registration, academic qualifications, and age limits set by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and DGAFMS.

• Nationality: Indian citizenship (both male and female doctors are eligible).

• AFMS Medical Officer MBBS Qualification: Must possess a recognised medical qualification included in the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, have passed final MBBS (Part I & II) in not more than two attempts, and completed a 12-month compulsory rotating internship on or before September 30, 2026.

• Medical Registration: Must hold permanent registration from any State Medical Council, National Medical Commission (NMC), or Medical Council of India (MCI).

• PG Degree Holders: Recognised PG degree holders from State Medical Councils, National Board of Examinations (NBE), or NMC are eligible. Candidates pursuing PG must have their final PG results declared by November 18, 2026.

• AFMS Medical Officer Age Limit 2026 (as on Dec 31, 2026):

  • • MBBS Degree Holders: Upper age limit is 30 years (must be born on or after January 2, 1997).

    • PG Degree Holders: Upper age limit is 35 years (must be born on or after January 2, 1992).

AFMS Medical Officer Selection Process 

AFMS Medical Officer Selection Process involves a three-tier evaluation system to assess academic capability, leadership traits, and physical fitness:

1. Shortlisting via Calculated NEET PG Score: NEET PG percentiles (from 2025 or 2026) are proportionately converted into a score out of 200 (Percentile2). Separate merit shortlists are created for male and female candidates.

2. Viva-Voce / Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview (max 50 marks) at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantt, starting tentatively from December 2, 2026. The interview breakdown is 47 marks for viva-voce and up to 3 bonus marks for NCC certificates ('C' = 3 marks, 'B' = 2 marks, 'A' = 1 mark). Candidates must score at least 50% (25/50) in the interview to qualify.

3. Special Medical Examination Board (SMB): Interview-qualified candidates undergo physical and medical tests. Unfit candidates can apply for an Appeal Medical Board (AMB) and further Review Medical Board (RMB) per guidelines outlined at joinindianarmy.nic.in.

AFMS Medical Officer Salary 2026 & Career Progression

 AFMS Medical Officer Salary 2026 is structured under Level 10B of the Defence Pay Matrix, offering an attractive package along with allowances and military benefits.

• Basic Pay: ₹61,300 (Level 10B)

• Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 per month

• Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA): As per prevalent government rates

• Allowances: House Rent Allowance (HRA based on X, Y, Z city category), Transport Allowance (₹3,600 to ₹7,200), Annual Dress Allowance (₹25,000), Dearness Allowance (DA), and Ration Allowance.

• Rank on Commissioning: Captain (Army) or equivalent rank in Navy (Lieutenant) / Air Force (Flight Lieutenant).

• Promotions & Tenure:

• Promotion to Major: After 4 years of service.

• Promotion to Lt Col: After 11 years of service.

• Initial SSC Tenure: 5 years, extendable up to 14 years (5 + 5 + 4 years).

• Departmental Permanent Commission (DPC): Eligible officers get up to 3 attempts for permanent commission after completing 2 years of service.

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