The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Medical Officer (Short Service Commission) with a total of 120 vacancies. The last date to apply for this position is 18 November 2026.
AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: 120 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) |
| Post Name | Medical Officer (Short Service Commission) |
| Advt No | Not specified |
| Total Vacancies | 120 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | join.afms.gov.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Detailed Advertisement in Employment News | 7 November 2026 (Scheduled) |
| Online Registration Start Date | 9 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 November 2026 |
| Interview Date | December 2026 (Tentative) |
Application Fee
The application fee details are not specified in the notification.
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC | Not specified |
| SC/ST | Not specified |
Age Limit
The age limit varies based on the qualification of the candidates. Age will be calculated as on 31 December 2026.
| Qualification | Age Limit | Eligible Date of Birth |
| MBBS Degree Holders | Must Not Have Attained 30 Years | Born on or after 2 January 1997 |
| PG Degree Holders | Must Not Have Attained 35 Years | Born on or after 2 January 1992 |
Vacancy Details
The distribution of vacancies is as follows:
| Category | No. of Posts |
| Male Candidates | 90 |
| Female Candidates | 30 |
| Total | 120 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must be Indian citizens with at least an MBBS qualification. They must also meet the prescribed physical and mental fitness requirements. The age limit is specific to the qualification held by the candidates, with different age limits for MBBS and PG degree holders. The detailed eligibility conditions will be available in the advertisement scheduled for publication on 7 November 2026.
| Qualification | Eligibility Details |
| MBBS | Minimum Educational Qualification for Medical Officer (Short Service Commission) |
| Postgraduate Medical Degree | Candidates Holding a PG Degree May Apply Subject to the Prescribed Eligibility Conditions and Separate Age Limit |
| Physical and Mental Fitness | Candidates Must Meet the Applicable Armed Forces Medical Services Requirements |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary and pay scale details are not specified in the notification.
| Post Name | Salary |
| Medical Officer | Not specified |
Selection Process
The selection process will include an interview, which is tentatively scheduled to be conducted in December 2026 in Delhi. Candidates must also meet the prescribed physical and mental fitness requirements.
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates can follow these steps to apply online for the AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official Armed Forces Medical Services recruitment website at join.afms.gov.in.
- Open the Medical Officer (Short Service Commission) Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Read the detailed eligibility requirements and application instructions.
- Access the online registration facility scheduled to open on 9 November 2026.
- Complete the registration and candidate login process according to the instructions displayed on the portal.
- Enter the required personal, educational and professional qualification details.
- Provide the supporting information and documents requested in the application form.
- Review the completed form and submit the online application by 18 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify if candidates can apply for more than one post.
What is the age calculation date?
The age will be calculated as on 31 December 2026.
What documents are needed at verification?
The specific documents required at verification have not been detailed in the notification.
Documents Required
- Photo
- Signature
- ID proof
- Certificates
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying under the wrong category.
- Missing certificate date for educational qualifications.
- Not paying the application fee, if applicable.
- Using the wrong photo size as specified in the application form.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: सशस्त्र बल चिकित्सा सेवा (AFMS)
- पद: चिकित्सा अधिकारी (शॉर्ट सर्विस कमीशन)
- कुल पद: 120
- योग्यता: MBBS
- आयु सीमा: MBBS के लिए 30 वर्ष, PG डिग्री धारकों के लिए 35 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 18 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: join.afms.gov.in पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें।
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