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AFMS Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 225 Medical Officer Posts
Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has issued notification for recruitment of Medical Officer posts through Short Service Commission (SSC). Candidates with MBBS or Postgraduate medical qualification can apply online. Read full details below (eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, application fee, important dates, how to apply, FAQ).
🔹 Organization Details
| Organization | Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Medical Officer (SSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 225 posts (169 male + 56 female) |
| Application Mode | Online via join.afms.gov.in |
🔹 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: MBBS degree or equivalent recognized medical qualification under National Medical Council Act, 2019. Permanent registration from State Medical Council/NMC/MCI required. PG degree (MD/MS) holders also eligible.
- Internship: Must have completed internship on or before 31-July-2025.
🔹 Age Limit & Relaxation
| Qualification | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| MBBS degree holders | Not more than 30 years as on 31-12-2025 (born on or after 02 Jan 1996) |
| PG degree holders (MD/MS etc.) | Not more than 35 years as on 31-12-2025 (born on or after 02 Jan 1991) |
🔹 Application Fee
Fee for all candidates: ₹200/- via online payment modes (Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card)
🔹 Salary & Allowances
- Basic Pay: ₹61,300/- per month (Defence Pay Matrix Level 10B)
- Other Allowances: MSP (₹15,500), HRA as applicable by city category (X, Y, Z), Transport Allowance (₹3,600-₹7,200), Dress Allowance (₹20,000 annually), Dearness Allowance & NPA at prevailing rates.
🔹 Selection Process
- Online application submission and document verification.
- Shortlisting based on MBBS / PG qualifications and marks.
- Interview by Board of Officers.
- Medical Board / Medical Examination to ensure fitness.
🔹 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 13-09-2025 |
| Starting Date to Apply Online | 13-09-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03-10-2025 |
| Interview Date | 11-11-2025 onwards |
🔹 How to Apply
- Visit join.afms.gov.in.
- Register / login as required.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, internship & PG / MBBS details.
- Upload documents: Degree / Internship certificate / Registration certificate etc.
- Pay application fee of ₹200 through online payment.
- Submit the form and keep print / screenshot for record.
🔹 Important Links
| Information | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF / Details | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Facebook Page | Click Here |
🔹 FAQs
Q1: How many vacancies are there under AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2025?
Ans: There are 225 vacancies (169 for male + 56 for female).
Q2: What is the upper age limit for MBBS and PG degree holders?
Ans: For MBBS degree holders: maximum age 30 years; for PG degree holders: 35 years (as on 31-12-2025).
Q3: What is the qualification required?
Ans: MBBS degree (recognized qualification under NMC/MCI), registration with State Medical Council or NMC. PG degree holders also eligible. Internship required.
Q4: What is the application fee?
Ans: ₹200 for all candidates.
🔹 Conclusion
AFMS Medical Officer Recruitment 2025 is a great opportunity for MBBS and PG medical graduates seeking govt medical service roles in defence medical services. Interested candidates should ensure fulfilling eligibility, complete all documents and apply online before last date (03-10-2025). Best wishes!