Army Dental Corps Short Service Commissioned Officer

Army Dental Corps has released an official notification. A total of 37 vacancies are on offer. Eligible candidates should apply on or before 22 Oct 2026. Full details of eligibility, important dates, fees and how to apply are given below.

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Recruitment Overview

ParticularsDetails

Maximum AgeMust not have attained 45 years

Age Reckoned As On31 Dec 2026

Important Dates

Recruiting BodyArmy Dental Corps

Post NameShort Service Commissioned Officer

Type of CommissionShort Service Commission (SSC) 2026

Total Vacancies37

Eligible CandidatesIndian citizens, both male and female

QualificationBDS (minimum 55% marks in final year BDS) / MDS from a DCI-recognised college or university

Mandatory ExaminationNEET (MDS)-2026 conducted by NBE, New Delhi on 02 May 2026

Age LimitMust not have attained 45 years of age as on 31 Dec 2026

Application ModeOnline

Online Application Available From22 Sep 2026

Last Date22 Oct 2026

Official Websitejoin.afms.gov.in

Advertisement NumberCBC 10601/11/0027/2627 | EN 25/71

EventDate

NEET (MDS)-2026 examination date (mandatory qualifying condition)02 May 2026

Last date to complete one-year Compulsory Rotatory Internship30 Jun 2026

Eligibility details, terms and conditions, instructions and online application available on the websiteFrom 22 Sep 2026 onwards

Last date for receipt of online applications22 Oct 2026

Permanent Dental Registration Certificate must be valid at least up to31 Dec 2026

Date for reckoning age limit31 Dec 2026

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 55 Years

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.

Post Name / Number of Vacancies

Post NameNumber of Vacancies

Short Service Commissioned Officer, Army Dental Corps37

Total37

Requirement / Details

RequirementDetails

DegreeBDS or MDS

Minimum MarksMinimum 55% marks in final year BDS

RecognitionCollege/University recognised by Dental Council of India (DCI)

InternshipOne-year Compulsory Rotatory Internship as mandated by DCI, completed by 30 Jun 2026

RegistrationPermanent Dental Registration Certificate of State Dental Council/DCI, valid at least up to 31 Dec 2026

Entrance ExaminationMust have appeared in NEET (MDS)-2026

How to Apply

Read the official notification carefully and confirm your eligibility.

Keep your documents, photo, signature and details ready.

Apply through the official website on or before 22 Oct 2026.

Pay the application fee if applicable and submit the form.

Take a printout/confirmation for future reference.

Important Note

Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official notification and website before applying.