Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026: Indian Army has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Officers in the Army Dental Corps 2026. The notification has been issued for a total of 37 vacancies for civilian Dental Surgeons (both male and female). The Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 official advertisement notification has been released on 22 September 2026. Candidates fulfilling the required criteria can submit their online applications starting from 22 September 2026 until the last date to apply online, which is 22 October 2026.
This recruitment offer is a gateway for BDS and MDS qualified doctors to serve as commissioned officers in the Indian Armed Forces. Selected candidates will be granted the rank of Captain with attractive pay scales and army benefits. Interested candidates must carefully review the eligibility conditions, educational requirements, and selection process outlined below before filling out their application forms.
Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Indian Army / Armed Forces Medical Services |
| Post Name | Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Officer |
| Total Vacancy | 37 |
| Pay Scale | Level 10B (Rs. 61,300 – 1,20,900/-) + MSP Rs. 15,500/- + NPA |
| Notification Date | 22/09/2026 |
| Category | Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | join.afms.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 22/09/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 22/09/2026 (09:30 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22/10/2026 (05:00 PM) |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female | Rs. 200/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 is a maximum of 45 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 31.12.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| SSC Officer (Army Dental Corps) | 37 | BDS (Min 55% Marks) or MDS Degree + Registered with State Dental Council + Mandatory NEET (MDS)-2026 Scorecard |
Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 Physical Standards
Candidates must fulfill the minimum physical height criteria for entry into Armed Forces Medical Services:
- Male Candidates: Minimum height required is 157 cm (152 cm for candidates from Hill and Northeastern States).
- Female Candidates: Minimum height required is 152 cm (147 cm for candidates from Hill and Northeastern States).
Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Screening based on NEET (MDS)-2026 Marks (Ratio 1:10)
- Interview at New Delhi
- Detailed Medical Examination
- Document Verification
How to Apply for Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official website at www.join.afms.gov.in.
- Click on the online application link for Short Service Commission in Army Dental Corps 2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number, entering your NEET (MDS)-2026 Roll Number and score details accurately.
- Upload required self-attested documents including Class 10th certificate, BDS/MDS marksheets, Dental Council registration, and NEET (MDS)-2026 score card.
- Pay the non-refundable Application Processing Fee (APF) of Rs. 200/- online.
- Review all details carefully before submitting and keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Army Dental Corps 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| Army Dental Corps 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| Army Dental Corps 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| AFMS Official Website | AFMS |
