AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has published a short notice inviting online applications from physically fit and mentally robust Indian citizens, both male and female, for 120 posts of Medical Officer (Short Service Commission). There are 90 posts for male and 30 for female candidates. Candidates with an MBBS degree can register online at www.join.afms.gov.in from 09 November 2026 to 18 November 2026.
The interview will be held in Delhi, tentatively in December 2026. The detailed notification, with full eligibility conditions and the application format, will be published in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar dated 07 November 2026 and on the official AFMS website. Candidates should read it carefully before applying.
AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) |
| Department Name | Ministry of Defence (Army, Navy & Air Force Medical Services) |
| Post Name | Medical Officer (Short Service Commission) |
| Advt. No. | AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 120 (90 Male + 30 Female) |
| Pay Scale | To be updated soon |
| Notification Date | 31 October 2026 (Short Notice) |
| Category | AFMS SSC Medical Officer Notification 2026 |
| Official Website | www.join.afms.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Release Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | 07 November 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 09 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 November 2026 |
| Interview Date (Delhi) | December 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | RS. 200/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 is below 30 years for MBBS degree holders (born on or after 02 January 1997) and below 35 years for PG degree holders (born on or after 02 January 1992). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (SSC) – Male | 90 | MBBS (PG degree holders also eligible, up to 35 years) |
| Medical Officer (SSC) – Female | 30 | MBBS (PG degree holders also eligible, up to 35 years) |
| Total | 120 | – |
AFMS SSC Medical Officer Selection Process
The selection process for AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Online Registration & Shortlisting
- Interview (at Delhi, December 2026)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
How to Apply for AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online for AFMS SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026:
- Read the detailed notification in Employment News dated 07 November 2026 and check your eligibility.
- Visit the official website www.join.afms.gov.in.
- Click on the registration link for Medical Officer (Short Service Commission).
- Register with your basic details and log in to fill the online application form.
- Upload your photograph, signature and the required documents (MBBS/PG degree, registration certificate, etc.).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form before 18 November 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
| AFMS SSC Medical Officer Short Notice | Download |
| AFMS SSC Medical Officer Detailed Notification (Soon) | Notification |
| AFMS SSC Medical Officer Apply Online (From 9.11.2026) | Apply Online |
| AFMS Official Website | AFMS |