Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in Army Dental Corps. A total of 37 posts of Dental Officer are available for eligible male and female candidates. Candidates looking for Army Dental Corps SSC, AFMS Dental Officer Vacancy and Indian Army Dental Officer Online Form can apply online. Before apply online form you must read the official notification for eligibility, age limit, NEET-MDS requirement and selection process etc.

Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026
Army Dental Corps Short Service Commission (SSC)
Summary
Organization: Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) / Indian Army Corps: Army Dental Corps Post Name: Short Service Commissioned Officer (Dental Officer) Total Posts: 37 Job Type: Short Service Commission (SSC) Application Mode: Online Job Location: All India (as per Army posting)
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 14 September 2026 Online Apply Start Date: 22 September 2026 Online Apply Last Date: 22 October 2026 Interview / Further Process: To be notified
Application Fee
All Categories: ₹200 Payment Mode: Online
Age Limit
Maximum Age: 45 Years as on 31 December 2026 Age relaxation as per Government / Army rules
Educational Qualification
BDS degree from a DCI recognized college/university with minimum 55% marks in final year BDS (aggregate) OR MDS degree Completed one-year compulsory rotatory internship by 30 June 2026 Permanent registration as Dental Practitioner valid up to 31 December 2026 Must have appeared in NEET-MDS 2026
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay Level-10 (approximately ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) + Military Service Pay, DA, HRA and other allowances as applicable
Selection Process
Shortlisting on the basis of NEET-MDS 2026 scores Interview Document Verification Medical Examination
Important Links
Apply Online	https://www.join.afms.gov.in (Link Active from 22 September 2026)
Official Website	https://www.join.afms.gov.in
Download Notification	Available on official AFMS website

Indian Army Dental Corps Vacancy 2026

Post Name	Total Posts
Short Service Commissioned Officer (Army Dental Corps)	37
Total	37

Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Armed Forces Medical Services has invited online applications for grant of Short Service Commission in the Army Dental Corps for the year 2026. A total of 37 vacancies of Dental Officers are available for both male and female Indian citizens. Candidates with BDS (minimum 55% in final year) or MDS degree from DCI recognized institutions who have completed internship and appeared in NEET-MDS 2026 can apply. Selected candidates will be commissioned as Captains in the Army Dental Corps. Interested candidates should apply online within the stipulated dates after reading the complete official notification.

You can check the official AFMS website for actual details related to vacancy, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, interview, medical standards, results and final merit list etc.

Indian Army Dental Corps Online Form – How to Apply

• Visit the official website – https://www.join.afms.gov.in
• Register / Login on the AFMS portal
• Select Army Dental Corps SSC Recruitment 2026
• Fill the online application form carefully with correct details
• Upload photograph, signature and required documents
• Pay the application fee of ₹200
• Submit the form and take a printout for future reference

Documents Required

• BDS / MDS Degree & Marksheets
• Internship Completion Certificate
• Dental Council Registration Certificate
• NEET-MDS 2026 Scorecard / Admit Card
• Age Proof / Birth Certificate
• Photo & Signature
• Valid Photo ID Proof

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. How many vacancies are there in Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026?
Total 37 posts of Short Service Commissioned Dental Officer.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
22 October 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee?
₹200 for all categories.

Q4. What is the maximum age limit?
45 years as on 31 December 2026.

Q5. What is the educational qualification?
BDS with minimum 55% in final year or MDS from DCI recognized college + Internship completed by 30 June 2026 + Valid registration + Appeared in NEET-MDS 2026.

Q6. Can female candidates apply?
Yes. Both male and female candidates are eligible.

Q7. What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on NEET-MDS scores → Interview → Document Verification → Medical Examination.

Q8. What is the rank on commissioning?
Captain in Army Dental Corps.

Q9. Where can I apply online?
On the official website https://www.join.afms.gov.in

Q10. Is NEET-MDS mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must have appeared in NEET-MDS 2026.

Q11. What is the tenure of Short Service Commission?
Initially 5 years, extendable as per rules (subject to vacancies and eligibility).

Q12. Where can I get official updates?
On the official AFMS website – https://www.join.afms.gov.in