Armed Forces Medical Services Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 120 Posts

The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has released a recruitment advertisement for the post of Medical Officer through Short Service Commission (SSC). Applications are invited from eligible Indian male and female candidates who wish to serve as Medical Officers in the Armed Forces Medical Services. Candidates possessing an MBBS or eligible postgraduate medical qualification can apply for these vacancies.

As per the advertisement, a total of 120 Medical Officer vacancies will be filled, including 90 posts for male candidates and 30 posts for female candidates. The interview is tentatively scheduled to be conducted in Delhi in December 2026. The online application process will begin on 09 November 2026 and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official AFMS website.

Armed Forces Medical Services Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The age limit will be calculated as on 31 December 2026.

• MBBS Degree Holders: Candidates must not have attained 30 years of age. Only candidates born on or after 02 January 1997 are eligible.
• Postgraduate Degree Holders: Candidates must not have attained 35 years of age. Only candidates born on or after 02 January 1992 are eligible.

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• Shortlisting
• Interview
• Medical Test

How to Apply for AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026

Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official Armed Forces Medical Services recruitment website by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website: www.join.afms.gov.in.
2. Open the Medical Officer (Short Service Commission) Recruitment 2026 notification.
3. Read the detailed eligibility conditions and application instructions carefully.
4. Complete the online registration and application form.
5. Enter the required personal, educational and professional details.
6. Upload the required documents and certificates as prescribed.
7. Review the application form before final submission.
8. Submit the application within the prescribed dates and keep a copy for future reference.

Online Application Dates: 09 November 2026 to 18 November 2026.

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Documents

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying:

• MBBS Degree Certificate.
• Postgraduate Degree Certificate (if applicable).
• Medical Registration Certificate.
• Date of Birth Proof.
• Educational Qualification Documents.
• Internship Completion Certificate (if required).
• Identity Proof.
• Recent Passport-Size Photograph.
• Scanned Signature.
• Other documents as specified in the detailed notification.

AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Links