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AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 - 120 Posts

Posted: 14 Nov 2026

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Armed Forces Medical Services has released an official recruitment notification for 120 Short Service Commission (SSC) Medical Officer posts. MBBS and PG degree/diploma holders with permanent medical registration can apply online before 18th November 2026.

Recruitment Details

Last date
18 Nov 2026
Total posts
120
Starting pay
₹61,300/mo
Organization
Armed Forces Medical Services
Department
Ministry of Defence
Qualification
Graduate, Post Graduate
Application Fee
₹200 (all categories)
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
All India
Apply Start Date
09 Nov 2026

About This Recruitment

Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) under the Ministry of Defence has announced recruitment for 120 Short Service Commission (SSC) Medical Officer vacancies. Eligible male and female medical professionals possessing an MBBS or postgraduate qualification are invited to apply online. Appointed medical officers will be posted pan-India across various military hospitals and defence health establishments to deliver healthcare services to armed forces personnel and their families. The online registration process began on 9th November 2026 and closes on 18th November 2026.

हिन्दी में जानकारी

सशस्त्र बल चिकित्सा सेवा (AFMS) ने शॉर्ट सर्विस कमीशन (SSC) मेडिकल ऑफिसर के 120 पदों पर भर्ती के लिए अधिसूचना जारी की है। मान्यता प्राप्त MBBS या पोस्ट ग्रेजुएट मेडिकल डिग्री/डिप्लोमा और स्थायी मेडिकल पंजीकरण वाले उम्मीदवार 18 नवंबर 2026 तक आधिकारिक वेबसाइट के माध्यम से ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं। चयन साक्षात्कार और चिकित्सा परीक्षण के आधार पर किया जाएगा।

Vacancy Details

Male Candidates90
Female Candidates30
Total120

Salary & Benefits

  1. On Commissioning
    Basic Pay ₹61,300 + MSP ₹15,500 + HRA

Selected officers receive basic pay of ₹61,300 per month in the Pay Matrix along with Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500 per month, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible central government defence allowances.

Who Can Apply

Educational Qualification

  • MBBS or recognized Postgraduate Medical Degree/Diploma included in the NMC Act, 2019.
  • Candidates must hold permanent registration from State Medical Council, NMC, or MCI.
  • NEET PG qualification as applicable.

Age Limit

  • MBBS / PG Diploma Candidates: Age up to 30 years as on 18 Nov 2026
  • PG Degree Candidates: Age up to 35 years as on 18 Nov 2026

Check Your Eligibility

Selection Process / Exam Pattern

Selection Stages

  • Application Scrutiny
  • Personal Interview
  • Document Verification
  • Medical Examination

Documents Required

  • Academic Certificates (MBBS / PG Degree / Diploma marksheets and certificates)
  • Permanent Medical Registration Certificate (NMC / MCI / State Council)
  • Passport size photograph and scanned signature

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official portal at join.afms.gov.in.
  2. Read the official notification carefully to confirm eligibility.
  3. Complete the registration and fill in all mandatory personal and educational details.
  4. Upload scanned copies of required academic certificates and medical council registration.
  5. Pay the application fee of ₹200 through online payment options.
  6. Submit the application form online before 18th November 2026 and print a copy for record.
Apply Online

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to apply is 18 Nov 2026.

How many vacancies are there?

There are 120 vacancies in this recruitment.

What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹200 (all categories).

What is the eligibility criteria?

Candidates need one of the following qualifications, depending on the post: Graduate, Post Graduate. Check the official notification for complete eligibility details.

What is the salary?

The pay scale is Basic Pay ₹61,300 + MSP ₹15,500 + HRA.

What is the selection process?

Selection Stages:

When does the application start?

Applications open on 09 Nov 2026 and close on 18 Nov 2026.

What is the job location?

The posting location is All India.

How can I apply?

The application mode is Online. See the "Apply Online"/notification link on this page for the full process, and submit before the last date.

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