Armed Forces Medical Officer AFMC Recruitment 2024, Eligibility, Last Date, Salary, Promotion & Selection Process

Armed Forces Medical Officer Recruitment Notification 2024

Armed Forces Medical Officer Recruitment Notification 2024 pdf is released official website www.amcsscentry.gov.in. Application Submission will started on 16th July 2024 via online mode only and will accept application till 04th August 2024. In the current openings there are 450 Medical Officer posts availabe, in which 338 post is reserved for male and 112 posts in reserved for famale collectively in Indain Army, Indian Navy & Indian Airforce. In this artcile we will go through all the important aspect of Armed Forces Medical Officer Recruitment Notification 2024 like Age limit, Eligibility Criteria, Vacancy Detail, Last date, Selection Process, Salary , Promotion and more. The AFMS Recruitment Notification 2024 pdf is publicly availabe now you can download the Notification pdf from the link below:

Armed Forces Medical Service Recruitment 2024 - Overview

Here's short information about Armed Forces Medical Officer ( Doctor ) Recruitment in Indian Army, Indian Navy & Indian Airforce 2024.

Armed Forces Medical Services AFMS Recruitment 2024 - Important Dates

The Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) has announced the important dates for the Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer Exam 2024. The application process begins on July 16, 2024, and candidates have until August 4, 2024, to submit their applications online. The deadline to pay the examination fee is also August 4, 2024. The interview process is set to commence on August 28, 2024. Candidates can expect their admit cards to be available one week before the exam.

Armed Forces Medical Services Recruitment 2024 - Application Fee

The application fee for the AFMC Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer Exam 2024 is set at ₹200. Candidates are required to pay this fee by the last date of August 4, 2024, in order to complete their application process. This fee is mandatory and ensures that the application is considered valid for further processing. Payment of the fee is an essential step in the application process, and candidates should ensure that they complete this requirement by the specified deadline to avoid any inconvenience.

Armed Forces Medical Services Recruitment 2024: Educational Qualification

Undergraduate Qualification:

• To be eligible for the AFMC Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer Exam 2024, applicants must possess a medical qualification included in the National Medical Council Act, 2019. Additionally, candidates must have permanent registration from any State Medical Council, the National Medical Commission (NMC), or the Medical Council of India (MCI).
• Candidates must complete their internship on or before August 15, 2024, and should have qualified in the NEET PG during the last two years (2022 and 2023).
• It is important to note that applicants who have taken more than two attempts to pass the Final MBBS (Part I & II) Examination are ineligible and should not apply.

Postgraduate Qualification:

• Applicants who hold a postgraduate degree recognized by the State Medical Council, the National Board of Examinations (NBE), or the National Medical Commission (NMC) are also eligible to apply for the AFMC Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer Exam 2024.
• Civilian doctors with a postgraduate degree are not required to appear in the NEET PG again; their previous NEET PG marks from the last two years (2022 and 2023) will be considered. This provision allows individuals with advanced medical education and specialized training to qualify for the exam, reflecting the importance of higher qualifications and expertise in the selection process.

Armed Forces Medical Officer 2024 Age Limit

The age limit for candidates applying for the AFMC Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer 2024 varies based on their qualifications. As of December 31, 2024, candidates holding an MBBS degree must not have attained the age of 30 years, meaning only those born on or after January 2, 1995, are eligible. For candidates holding a postgraduate (PG) degree, the age limit is set at 35 years, allowing only those born on or after January 2, 1990, to apply. This ensures that the candidates fall within the specified age criteria relevant to their educational qualifications.

Note : Age Relaxation is availabe for reserved category as per AFMC SSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2024.

Armed Forces Medical Services Recruitment 2024 Selection Process

Shortlisting of Candidates for Interview

The selection process for the AFMC Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer Exam 2024 begins with the scrutiny of complete applications based on the candidates' NEET PG entrance examination marks. These marks will be proportionately converted to a scale of 200, and separate shortlists for male and female candidates will be prepared. Candidates will be called for interviews in order of their rank on these lists, with up to eight times the number of available vacancies being invited for the viva-voce/interview.

Interview

Eligible candidates will be called for an interview conducted by a Board of Officers in August or September 2024 at the Army Hospital (R&R) in Delhi Cantt. This interview will assess the candidates' suitability and merit for a Short Service Commission in the Armed Forces Medical Services. Candidates attending the interview for the first time will be reimbursed for to-and-fro travel by III AC railway/bus fare.

Armed Forces Medical Officer Physical Standard 2024

• Special Medical Examination Board (SMB)
  • Candidates who qualify in the interview will undergo the SMB to assess their medical fitness according to established standards.
  • The results of these examinations are confidential.
• Appeal Medical Board (AMB)
  • Candidates declared 'UNFIT' by the SMB can apply for an AMB.
  • The procedure for AMB will be explained by the SMB President.
• Review Medical Board (RMB)
  • If declared 'UNFIT' by the AMB, candidates may seek an RMB.
  • The RMB is granted at the discretion of the DGAFMS based on the merits of the case.
  • Only upon receipt of approved medical documents will candidates be considered medically 'FIT'.
• Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy detected at any stage post-interview or during the pre-commission medical examination will render the candidate 'TEMPORARILY UNFIT'.

Armed Forces Medical Officer Merit List 2024

• Medical Examination Post-Interview
  • All candidates who have qualified in the viva/interview (by securing at least 50% marks) will undergo a medical examination immediately after the interview.
• Determination of Merit Lists
  • Mere qualification in the interview does not confirm final selection.
  • Separate merit lists for male and female candidates will be prepared based on:
    • NEET PG marks (proportionately converted out of a maximum of 200 marks), and
    • Marks obtained in viva-voce (50 marks).
• Issuance of Joining Instructions
  • From the prepared merit lists, candidates declared Medically FIT will be issued joining instructions for commissioning as SSC Officers, up to the number of vacancies available for each merit list.

Armed Forces Medical Services Recruitment 2024 Admitcard

The admit card for the interview of the AFMC Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Medical Officer Exam 2024 will be available exclusively on the website www.amcsscentry.gov.in. Candidates can download their admit cards at least one week prior to the interview date. It is mandatory for candidates to bring the completed Attestation Form (five copies) to the interview. This form must be duly filled in and attested by the appropriate authority as specified on Page No. 07 of the Attestation Form. Failure to present the Attestation Form may result in rejection of the candidate's application.

Tenure of Engagement for Armed Forces Medical Officer Recruitment 2024

For Fresh Candidates:

SSC officers commissioned through the civil entry scheme have an initial tenure of five years. This tenure can be extended by another nine years in two spells: first for five years and then for an additional four years, subject to willingness to continue, availability of vacancies, and meeting the eligibility criteria as per Government of India letter No. 4(3)/2007/D(Med) dated November 2, 2007.

For Ex-AMC Candidates

• Released AMC/SSC officers are eligible for a fresh tenure of Short Service Commission provided they apply within one year of their release date. The selection process remains the same as for other candidates as mentioned in previous paragraphs.
• Candidates released after completing 10 years of SSC service will not be considered for re-commission in the AMC.
• Candidates released from the AMC due to resignation or premature retirement will also not be considered for re-commission in the AMC.

Note : These policies outline the conditions under which SSC officers can continue their service and the criteria that govern their eligibility for extension or re-commissioning within the Armed Forces Medical Services.

How to Apply the Armed Forces Medical Services Recruitment 2024

• New Registration: Visit www.amcsscentry.gov.in and click on the "NEW REGISTRATION" button.
• Step-by-Step Process: Follow the steps provided on the website to complete the online application.

Armed Forces Medical Service Recruitment 2024: Important Instruction

• Essential Certificates/Documents to be Scanned and Uploaded:
  • Passport Size Photograph (jpeg, Size-upto 100kb)
  • Scanned copy of Class X (Matriculation) Certificate/Birth Certificate issued by Municipal Corporation as proof of date of birth (pdf, size-upto 200kb)
  • Scanned copy of Final MBBS Part-I & II attempt certificate
  • Scanned copy of Internship completion certificate
  • Scanned copy of NEET PG entrance exam result sheet/score card
  • Aadhar Card
• Original Documents Required for Verification at the Time of Interview:
  • Matriculation Certificate (Class X)/Birth Certificate issued by Municipal Corporation as proof of name and date of birth (Born after 1992)
  • Aadhar Card
  • Permanent Medical Registration Certificate
  • Internship Completion Certificate
  • MBBS Degree Certificate, PG Degree Certificate
  • Final MBBS (Pt I & II) Attempt Certificate or Transcript Certificate
  • NEET PG entrance exam result sheet/score card
  • No Objection Certificate from present employer, if any
  • NCC Certificate, if any
  • National Board of Examination Certificate for Foreign Medical Graduates
  • Passport for Foreign Medical Graduates
  • Gazette Notification or any other authority clearly highlighting your new name, if there is any change in the name after Matriculation (Class X)
  • 10 Passport size photographs, photo identity proof, and address proof
  • Attestation Form in five copies duly filled in and attested by Competent Authority (Refer Para 19 below)

Armed Forces Medical Officer AFMS Salary & Leave Detail

Upon commissioning in the Armed Forces Medical Services, doctors are granted the rank of Captain (or equivalent in Navy/Air Force) at the 10B level of the Defence Pay Matrix. This includes a basic pay of Rs. 61,300 along with Military Service Pay (MSP) of Rs. 15,500. They also receive House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on the city category (X, Y, Z), Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA), and Transport Allowance ranging from Rs. 3,600 to Rs. 7,200 depending on the city category. Additionally, officers receive a Dress Allowance of Rs. 20,000 annually and Dearness Allowance as per prevailing rates.

Officers enjoy benefits such as ration or ration allowance depending on their posting location, subsidized accommodation, and other facilities. Postgraduate degree holders may receive PG allowance or specialist pay upon being designated as Graded Specialist under applicable Training Rules. Furthermore, officers are entitled to 60 days of Annual Leave, 20 days of Casual Leave annually, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), free medical services for themselves and their families including dependent parents, Group Insurance, and access to Canteen Stores Depot (CSD) facilities.