Armed Forces Medical Services Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 120 Medical Officer (SSC) Posts

The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released an official notification inviting applications from qualified medical professionals for 120 Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer posts across various Armed Forces hospitals and medical establishments nationwide.

This recruitment aims to strengthen military healthcare infrastructure by inducting competent MBBS doctors and specialists into the Army, Navy, and Air Force medical corps. Eligible MBBS/PG medical graduates aged between 21 and 30/35 years as on 31st December 2026 can submit their online applications until 18th November 2026. Selection is based on merit, interview, and medical fitness. Complete eligibility norms, pay details, and direct application links are provided below.

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights

Recruiting Organization	Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India
Post Designation	Medical Officer (Short Service Commissioned – SSC)
Total Vacancies	120 Posts (Male: 90, Female: 30)
Branches	Army Medical Corps, Naval Medical Corps, Indian Air Force Medical Branch
Pay Scale	Pay Level 10B of Defence Pay Matrix (Rs. 61,300 + MSP Rs. 15,500) + NPA + HRA + DA + Transport Allowance
Min. Educational Qualification	MBBS Degree with internship completed from a recognized medical college
Age Limit (as on 31/12/2026)	Male: 21–30 Years \| Female: 21–35 Years
Application Fee	Rs. 200/- (waived for SC/ST/PwD/Women)
Application Mode	Online Registration via AFMS Portal
Last Date to Apply	18th November 2026
Official Portal	afms.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess an MBBS degree (or equivalent) registered with the National Medical Commission (NMC) / State Medical Council.
Compulsory rotatory internship must be completed or in progress and will be completed by the time of joining.
Permanent / provisional registration with the NMC or State Medical Council is mandatory.

2. Age Limits (as on 31/12/2026)

Male Candidates: 21 to 30 Years
Female Candidates: 21 to 35 Years
Age relaxations apply as per Government of India defence service rules for reserved categories.

Selection Process

Screening of Applications: Shortlisting based on MBBS degree, registration status, and age criteria.
Interview / Personal Appearance: Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview before the Armed Forces Medical Services selection board.
Medical Fitness Test: Rigorous medical examination conducted at designated military hospitals.
Final Merit List: Prepared based on interview performance and medical fitness clearance.

How to Apply Online for AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026

Visit the official AFMS portal at www.afms.gov.in.
Click on "Recruitment" and select the SSC Medical Officer notification for 2026.
Register with your email and mobile number; verify via OTP.
Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, registration numbers, and photo preferences.
Upload scanned copies of MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, NMC/State registration, and passport-size photograph.
Pay the nominal application fee of Rs. 200/- online (exempted for SC/ST/Women/PwD).
Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Dates

Application Commenced	9th November 2026
Last Date to Submit Application	18th November 2026
Interview Schedule	To be notified to shortlisted candidates

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the number of Medical Officer posts advertised?
A: 120 SSC Medical Officer vacancies (90 Male + 30 Female).

Q2: What is the starting pay scale?
A: Pay Level 10B of the Defence Pay Matrix (Rs. 61,300 + MSP Rs. 15,500) plus military allowances.

Q3: What is the last date to apply?
A: 18th November 2026.

Important Web Links

AFMS Official Recruitment Portal	Visit afms.gov.in

IMPORTANT DATES

Application Mode - online

Result Date -