Army Dental Corps Notification 2026

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Brief Information

The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has released the short notification for recruitment to the Army Dental Corps 2026 for the grant of Short Service Commission (SSC). A total of 37 vacancies have been announced for eligible Indian citizens, including both male and female candidates.

The Army Dental Corps Notification 2026 short notice has been published in the 19–25 September 2026 Employment News. The detailed notification and online application process are scheduled to begin on 22 September 2026. Eligible candidates will be able to submit their applications online until 22 October 2026.

This is an important opportunity for qualified BDS/MDS dental graduates who wish to serve as Short Service Commissioned Officers in the Armed Forces Medical Services.

Important Dates

Notification Out	14 September 2026
Online Apply Start Date	22 September 2026
Online Apply Last Date	22 October 2026
Exam Date	Notify Later
Admit Card	Before Exam
Result Date	Will Be Updated Here Soon
Advertisement Number	CBC 10601/11/0027/2627

Application Fees

For General, OBC, EWS	₹200
For SC / ST, PH	₹200

Payment Mode (Online): You Can Make The Payment Using The Following Methods:

Internet Banking
IMPS
Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

Age Limit

The maximum age limit is 45 years.
Candidates must not have attained 45 years of age as on 31 December 2026.

Latest Vacancy Posts Details

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Short Service Commissioned Officer – Army Dental Corps	37	BDS degree with a minimum of 55% marks in the final year, or an MDS qualification. The degree must be from a Dental Council of India (DCI) recognized institution/college, as applicable under the recruitment rules. Candidates must have appeared in NEET (MDS)-2026. Candidates must have completed their one-year internship by 30 June 2026. Candidates must possess valid permanent dental registration with the DCI/State Dental Council as required. Registration should remain valid up to 31 December 2026.

How to Apply for Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026

Visit the official AFMS recruitment portal at join.afms.gov.in from 22 September 2026.
Read the detailed Army Dental Corps notification carefully and confirm your eligibility before starting the application.
Complete the registration by providing the required personal information and contact details.
Enter your BDS/MDS qualification, marks, internship information and dental registration details accurately.
Provide your NEET (MDS)-2026 roll number, marks/score and other information requested in the application form.
Upload the required photograph, signature, educational certificates, internship certificate, registration certificate, NEET scorecard and other documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the ₹200 processing fee through the available online payment method.
Before submitting, carefully check every field. After final submission, download and save the application/confirmation page.

Selection Process

The Army Dental Corps selection process is expected to involve the following stages:

Shortlisting based on NEET (MDS)-2026 marks/score Personal Interview Document Verification Medical Examination

Physical and Medical Standards Candidates must satisfy the prescribed Armed Forces medical standards. Height The minimum height mentioned in the recruitment information is: Male candidates: 157.5 cm Female candidates: 152 cm

Documents Required

Candidates should keep clear scanned copies of the relevant documents ready before beginning the online application.
Important documents may include:
Final BDS/MDS marksheets
BDS/MDS degree or qualifying certificate
Internship Completion Certificate
DCI/State Dental Council Permanent Registration Certificate
NEET (MDS)-2026 scorecard
NEET (MDS)-2026 roll/application details
Date-of-birth proof
Valid photo identity proof
Recent passport-size photograph
Signature
Category certificate, wherever applicable
Other documents specified in the detailed notification
The exact format, size and file requirements should be checked in the detailed notification before uploading documents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1 When will Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026 applications start?

The online application process is scheduled to start on 22 September 2026.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application is 22 October 2026.

Q.3 How many vacancies have been announced?

A total of 37 vacancies have been announced for Short Service Commissioned Officers in the Army Dental Corps.

Q.4 What is the application fee?

The processing fee is ₹200 for all categories.

Q.5 Is NEET (MDS)-2026 required?

Yes. Candidates are required to have appeared in NEET (MDS)-2026, subject to the other eligibility conditions.

Q.6 Where will the interview be conducted?

Shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal interview at Army Dental Centre R&R, Delhi Cantt.