Armed Forces Medical Services Notification 2025

The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has officially released the AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2025 notification inviting applications from Indian citizens, both male and female, for the grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Armed Forces as Medical Officers. This prestigious opportunity offers a challenging and fulfilling career in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force medical establishments.

Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens, both male and female, for the post of Medical Officer (Short Service Commission) in the Armed Forces Medical Services. Applicants must have passed their final MBBS (Part I & II) examination in not more than two attempts and must have appeared in the NEET PG examination in either 2023 or 2024. Civilian doctors holding a Post Graduate degree are exempt from appearing in NEET PG again; their previously obtained NEET PG marks will be considered for selection.

The applicant must hold a medical qualification recognized under the National Medical Council Act, 2019. Additionally, the candidate must have permanent registration with any State Medical Council, NMC, or MCI. Individuals holding a postgraduate degree recognized by the State Medical Council, NBE, or NMC are also eligible to apply.

Important Dates

• Start of Online Application: 19 April 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 12 May 2025
• Tentative Interview Start Date: 19 June 2025 onwards
• Interview Venue: Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantt

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the final MBBS (Part I & II) in not more than two attempts.
• Must have appeared in NEET PG 2023 or 2024.
  • PG Degree holders are exempted from appearing in NEET PG again. Their previously obtained marks will be considered.
• The medical qualification must be recognized by NMC/MCI.
• Postgraduate degree holders recognized by State Medical Councils/NBE/NMC are also eligible.

2. Internship Completion

• Candidates must have completed their internship on or before 31 March 2025.

3. Age Limit (As on 31 December 2025)

• MBBS Degree Holders: Maximum age 30 years (Born on or after 02 Jan 1996).
• PG Degree Holders: Maximum age 35 years (Born on or after 02 Jan 1991).

Vacancies

• Total Posts: 400
  • Male Candidates: 300
  • Female Candidates: 100

Selection Procedure

1. Shortlisting for Interview

• Based on calculated NEET PG marks out of 200:
  • NEET PG percentile will be treated as marks out of 100, multiplied by 2.
• Separate merit lists for male and female candidates.
• 8 times the number of vacancies will be called for interviews.

2. Interview

• Conducted by a Board of Officers at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi Cantt.
• First-time interviewees will receive travel reimbursement (AC III/Chair Car or Govt. Non-AC bus).

3. Medical Examination

• Qualified candidates will face the Special Medical Board (SMB).
• If declared ‘UNFIT’, they may appeal to the Appeal Medical Board (AMB).
• Final approval lies with Review Medical Board (RMB), subject to DGAFMS discretion.
• Pregnancy at the time of interview or medical exam renders candidates temporarily unfit.

Merit List Preparation

• Candidates must secure minimum 50% in the interview to be considered.
• Merit list = Calculated NEET PG marks (200) + Interview marks (50)
• Final selection based on merit and medical fitness.

Emoluments & Benefits

• Appointed as Captain (or equivalent rank in Navy/Air Force).
• Pay Scale: ₹61,300 + MSP ₹15,500 + applicable allowances (HRA, NPA, DA, TA, etc.)
• Additional Benefits:
  • Ration/ration allowance
  • CSD facility
  • PG allowance for PG-qualified officers
  • Subsidized accommodation
  • 60 days annual leave, 20 days casual leave, LTC

Tenure and Promotion

Initial Tenure

• 5 years (extendable by 4 more years, based on performance and vacancy).

Promotion (SSC Officers)

• Eligible for:
  • Major: After 4 years
  • Lt Col: After 11 years
  • Further promotion by selection: Colonel, Brigadier, Maj Gen, Lt Gen

Postings and Employability

• Candidates can be posted anywhere in India or abroad, in Army, Navy, or Air Force.
• May serve independently or in assigned units.
• PG degree holders may also be posted as General Duty Medical Officers depending on service needs.

Opportunities for PG/Super Speciality Courses

• Permanent Commissioned Officers with 4+ years service may apply for MD/MS/DNB or super-specialisation (age below 40).
• SSC Officers may apply for PG courses post-release, as per existing training rules.

Application Process

How to Apply

• Apply online at join.afms.gov.in
• New users must register and verify via OTP.
• Application fee: ₹200 (online payment only)

Documents to Upload

• Passport photo
• Class X certificate
• MBBS certificates
• Internship certificate
• NEET PG scorecard
• Aadhar Card
• PG degree certificate (if applicable)

Documents Required at Interview

• All original certificates + 2 attested photocopies
• Attestation Form (5 copies, attested)

Important Instructions

• Save the online payment transaction number for future reference.
• Check email and website regularly for updates.
• Carry all documents in original + attested photocopies.
• Any discrepancies may lead to rejection.

Helpdesk

• Phone: 011-24199857 (10:00 AM to 04:00 PM, Monday to Friday)
• Email: [email protected]