Indian Army Dental Corps SSC 2025 Notification Out

Join The Army Dental Corps as A Short Service Commissioned Officer

The Indian Army has released the notification for Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Army Dental Corps 2025. This is a golden opportunity for Indian citizens, both men and women, who are qualified dental surgeons (BDS or MDS degree holders). The job offers an exciting career in the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), with duties across India and sometimes abroad as per requirement.

Applications are invited from civilian dental surgeons who have completed their final BDS exams and compulsory internship. Postgraduate degree holders (MDS) can also apply. The recruitment process is conducted under the Ministry of Defence and managed by the Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS).

Important Dates

• Application starts: 18 August 2025

• Last date to apply: 17 September 2025

• NEET (MDS) Exam 2025: 19 April 2025 (mandatory)

• Internship completion by: 30 June 2025

• Dental Registration valid till: 31 December 2025

All updates, like interview dates and merit lists, will be posted on the official website www.join.afms.gov.in.

Vacancies

There are 30 vacancies available in the Army Dental Corps for 2025. Selection will be purely based on merit, and there is no reservation for any category.

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.

• Age Limit: Maximum 45 years as on 31 December 2025.

• Education:

  • BDS or MDS degree from a DCI-recognized college/university.

  • Minimum 55% marks in the final BDS for BDS candidates.

  • Completed one-year internship by 30 June 2025 (with exceptions for older batches).

  • Must have a valid Dental Registration Certificate up to 31 December 2025.

  • Must have appeared in NEET (MDS) 2025.

Note: It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their eligibility. Wrong details or incomplete applications will be rejected.

Documents Needed

Candidates need to upload self-attested copies of documents online and show originals during the interview:

• Birth certificate (Matric/SSLC/ICSE).

• NEET (MDS) Admit Card & Score Card.

• Final BDS mark sheets.

• BDS/MDS degree or provisional certificate.

• Internship completion certificate.

• Dental Registration Certificate (valid).

• ID proof (Passport/Voter ID/Domicile, etc.).

• Name change certificate (if applicable).

• NOC (if working).

• Self-undertaking form (as per brochure).

• Recent photographs.

Incomplete applications or missing originals will lead to rejection.

How to Apply

• Apply online only at www.join.afms.gov.in.

• Application Fee: Rs. 200 (non-refundable).

• Steps:

  1. Register and fill out the form (details must match NEET).

  2. Upload documents and pay the fee.

  3. Submit by 17 September 2025.

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting: Based on NEET (MDS) 2025 scores (1:10 ratio).

2. Interview: Conducted in New Delhi. The final merit list is based on the interview only.

3. Medical Exam: Mandatory for shortlisted candidates.

4. Travel Allowance: First-time interviewees get train/bus fare reimbursement as per rules.

Medical & Physical Standards

• Medical fitness: Examined by AFMS medical boards. Unfit candidates can appeal. Pregnant candidates will be declared temporarily unfit.

• Height requirement:

  • Men: 157 cm (152 cm for hill/Northeast candidates).

  • Women: 152 cm (147 cm for hill/Northeast candidates).

• Weight: Should match height and age.

• Tattoos: Allowed only as per Army rules.

Service Conditions

• Rank on joining: Captain.

• Tenure: 5 years, extendable up to 14 years.

• Probation: 1 year.

• Promotion: Up to Lt Colonel (time scale).

• Training: At AMC Centre & College, Lucknow.

• Permanent Commission: Can apply after 2 years of service (age limits: 30 years for BDS, 35 years for MDS).

• Employability: Can be posted in Army, Navy, or Air Force units anywhere in India.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: Rs. 61,300 – 1,20,900 (Level 10B) + Rs. 15,500 MSP + 20% NPA.

• Allowances:

  • HRA/DA (based on posting city).

  • Field/High Altitude allowance (if posted).

  • Dress allowance: Rs. 20,000 yearly.

  • Transport allowance: Rs. 7,200 (metro) / Rs. 3,600 (others) + DA.

  • Education allowance: Rs. 2,250 per child (up to 2).

  • PG allowance: Rs. 2,250 (for MDS).

• Other facilities: Free medical treatment, subsidized loans, insurance (Rs. 1 crore), rations, canteen, housing, and 80 days of leave (60 annual + 20 casual).

Contact Details

• Website: www.join.afms.gov.in

• Helpline: 011-21411064 (Mon–Fri, 9:30 AM – 5 PM, from 18 Aug 2025)

• Email: suavsar.1@gov.in (mention NEET Roll No. & phone number; replies within 3 working days).

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