Army Dental Corps Notification for BDS or MDS opens August
The candidates with BDS or MDS degree will be able to apply for the Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025, the official notification released for recruitment of 30 Short Service Commission (SSC) vacancies for dental professionals holding a BDS or MDS and a valid NEET MDS-2025 score. Applications open online from August 18, 2025, and close on September 17, 2025.
Key details:
- Eligibility: Indian citizens with a BDS or MDS degree, completed internship, a valid NEET MDS-2025 score, and a permanent registration from the Dental Council of India or any State Dental Council.
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years as of December 31, 2025.
- Selection Process: Based on NEET MDS-2025 score, interview, and medical fitness test.
- Application mode: Online through the official portal (join.afms.gov.in).
- Tenure: Short Service Commission, typically up to 14 years—with initial 5 years, extendable by 5 years, and a final extension of 4 years depending on service requirements and performance.
- Pay Scale: Monthly pay ranges from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 for SSC officers.
- Job Location: Pan India placements.
Candidates are advised to download and carefully read the short notification available on join.afms.gov.in for the complete eligibility criteria, required documents, and step-by-step application process.
The Army Dental Corps offers a unique opportunity to serve as a dental officer in the Armed Forces, combining clinical excellence with service to the nation, structured training, and comprehensive benefits.
Selection Process
Generally, it is seen in this recruitment that there is no entrance test. The selection process is given below
The selection process for the Army Dental Corps 2025 involves three main stages:
- Shortlisting based on NEET MDS-2025 score: Only candidates with a valid and competitive NEET MDS-2025 score are shortlisted for the next stage.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview where their knowledge, aptitude, and suitability for military dental service are assessed.
- Medical Examination: Candidates who perform well in the interview must pass a detailed medical fitness test as per Indian Army medical standards