The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) has officially released the notification for the Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible dental graduates to join the Indian Army as Short Service Commissioned Officers.
The online application process has started from August 18, 2025, and the last date to apply is September 17, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in.
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| Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025 [JOIN ARMY DENTAL CORPS as SHORT SERVICE COMMISSIONED OFFICER] |
| Application Fee General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 200/- SC/ST Candidates: Rs. 200/- Payment Mode: Pay the Exam Fee Through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking Fee Mode. | Important Dates Online Apply Start On: 18 August 2025 Last Date for Registration: 17 September 2025 |
| Eligibility Criteria Degree: BDS/MDS from a DCI-recognized College/University with Minimum 55% in final year BDS or an MDS degree. Candidates should have completed one-year ompulsory rotatory internship by 30 June 2025 Registration: Valid Dental Practitioner registration certificate until December 31, 2025 Exam: Must have appeared in NEET (MDS)-2025 on April 19, 2025. | Age Limit as on 31-12-2025 Maximum: 45 Years Age Relaxation Extra as Per Rules. Age Calculator: Click Here |
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Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025 – Online Application for 30 Posts
The Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025 invites eligible dental professionals to join the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) as Short Service Commissioned (SSC) officers. The Army has released an official notification for a total of 30 vacancies (Dental Surgeons) in the Army Dental Corps. Eligible candidates with BDS or MDS qualifications can apply online for these Army Dental Corps 30 Posts through the official AFMS/Indian Army recruitment portal. The online application window opens on 18 August 2025 and closes on 17 September 2025. (The NEET MDS-2025 exam, held on April 19, 2025, is the qualifying exam for eligibility.) Applicants should use the AFMS web portal (join.afms.gov.in) – often associated with joinindianarmy.nic.in – for registration and application.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 18 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 17 September 2025
- NEET (MDS) Exam Date: 19 April 2025 (mandatory to have appeared)
- Internship Completion Deadline: 30 June 2025 (applicants must have finished their 1-year rotatory internship by this date)
Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues. All further updates (interview dates, etc.) will be posted on the AFMS recruitment website (join.afms.gov.in).
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality: Indian citizen. Both male and female candidates are eligible.
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years as on 31 December 2025. (Candidates older than 45 are not eligible.)
- Educational Qualification: A degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) with at least 55% marks in the final year, or a Master of Dental Surgery (MDS), from a DCI-recognized college/university. (MDS holders meet the criteria regardless of BDS percentage.)
- Internship: Completion of one-year compulsory rotatory internship by 30 June 2025. No condonation of the internship period is allowed, except for specified old batch exceptions.
- Dental Registration: A permanent or provisional Dental Registration Certificate (State Dental Council/DCI) valid through at least 31 December 2025.
- NEET (MDS) 2025: Mandatory appearance (roll number) in the NEET (MDS) 2025 exam (conducted on 19 April 2025). Only candidates who appeared in NEET (MDS)-2025 can apply.
- Physical Standards: Must meet minimum height requirements – 157 cm (male) and 152 cm (female) [slightly reduced for candidates from Hill/NE states] – along with general medical fitness as per Army norms.
Meeting all the above criteria is the candidate’s responsibility. Detailed eligibility rules and exceptions are given in the official notification.
Application Process
The application process is fully online. Follow these steps to apply for the Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025:
- Registration: Visit the AFMS recruitment portal at join.afms.gov.in and register as a new user. Fill in personal details, contact information, and NEET (MDS)-2025 data accurately. (Ensure all entries match your NEET application.)
- Form Filling: Enter all required details in the application form, including academic qualifications (BDS/MDS), college/university name, percentage, internship completion date, etc. Fill in your NEET-2025 roll number and score.
- Document Upload: Scan and upload all necessary documents as per specifications. Required documents typically include: Class X certificate (proof of age), NEET (MDS) admit card & scorecard, BDS mark sheets and degree certificate, internship certificate, dental registration certificate, identity proof (Aadhar/PAN), domicile/nativity certificate, photographs, and any applicable certificate (e.g. OBC/SC/ST certificate).
- Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable application processing fee of ₹200 online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net banking/UPI). The fee covers the processing charge only.
- Submit Application: Review the filled information and finally submit the application before the deadline (17 Sep 2025). Save and print the confirmation slip or receipt for your records. No corrections are allowed after submission, so ensure accuracy.
Applicants should keep their NEET admit card and score card handy for verification during the process. Follow any additional instructions on the portal, and note down any system-generated registration number for future use.
Application Fees
A non-refundable Application Processing Fee (APF) of ₹200 is charged for this recruitment (for all categories). Payment is made online via the AFMS portal during the application process. Candidates should pay this fee by the last date to ensure their application is complete. (Exemptions: No SC/ST or other fee waivers are mentioned – everyone pays the same ₹200 fee.)
Selection Process
Selection for the Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025 is strictly merit-based and involves multiple stages:
- Shortlisting: All valid applications are screened based on NEET (MDS) 2025 marks. Candidates are short-listed at a 1:10 ratio (ten candidates called per advertised vacancy).
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview at New Delhi. A duly constituted Service Selection Board evaluates each candidate’s professional knowledge, leadership, and suitability for an SSC commission. The final merit list is based solely on interview performance.
- Medical Examination: Candidates who qualify the interview are required to undergo a thorough medical examination by an AFMS Medical Board. Medical fitness standards of the Indian Army apply. Those who pass the medical test are provisionally selected for SSC in the Dental Corps.
- Training and Commissioning: Selected candidates (new Dental Surgeons) will be trained at AFMS/Army medical institutions. Upon successful completion of training, they are commissioned into the Army Dental Corps with the rank of Captain (SSC).
No separate written exam is conducted by the Army – performance in NEET (MDS) 2025 and the interview determines selection. Travel/DA reimbursement is generally provided for first-time interviewees traveling to New Delhi.
Salary and Benefits
Army Dental Corps officers enjoy attractive pay and perks under the 7th Central Pay Commission:
- Rank & Basic Pay: On commissioning, officers hold the rank of Captain. Basic Pay is at Level 10B (₹61,300 – ₹1,20,900).
- Allowances: Officers receive a fixed Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500 per month and a Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) worth 20% of Basic Pay. Additional allowances include Dearness Allowance (DA) on basic pay, House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per city classification, high-altitude/field area allowances (if applicable), and dress and transport allowances. Educational Allowances are available for children, and postgraduate (MDS) holders get an additional stipend while studying.
- Benefits: Joining the Dental Corps brings numerous perks: officers get pensionable service (Job Security), on-base accommodation or housing rent allowance, free medical facilities for self and family, and access to subsidized CSD (canteen) stores. They have generous leave (60 days earned leave + 20 casual leave) and leave-travel concessions. Other facilities include subsidized loans, insurance coverage, and opportunities for adventure and sports through Army programs. The service also offers structured career growth, with chances for professional training and promotion (to Lt Col and beyond for SSC officers).
In summary, the SSC commission provides a stable career with competitive pay, allowances, and comprehensive benefits, similar to other Army officers of equivalent rank.
Official Links
- Official Notification (PDF): Army Dental Corps SSC 2025 Information Brochure (contains detailed notification).
- Online Application Portal: join.afms.gov.in (AFMS/Indian Army Recruitment Site).
- Official AFMS Website: join.afms.gov.in (Directorate General AFMS).
(The official Indian Army recruitment portal is joinindianarmy.nic.in, which now redirects AFMS entries to join.afms.gov.in.)
FAQs
- Q: How many posts are available of Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2025 ?
A: A total of 30 vacancies for SSC in the Army Dental Corps (Dental Surgeons) have been notified. - Q: What are the important dates?
A: Online applications open on 18 August 2025 and close on 17 September 2025. NEET (MDS) 2025 was held on 19 April 2025 (mandatory for eligibility). - Q: What is the age limit?
A: Candidates must not have attained 45 years of age by 31 Dec 2025 (i.e. born on or after 1 Jan 1981). - Q: What qualifications are required?
A: Applicants need a BDS degree with at least 55% marks or an MDS degree (from a DCI-recognized institution). They must have completed a 1-year internship by 30 June 2025, and hold a valid dental registration. Also, NEET (MDS)-2025 appearance is mandatory. - Q: Is there any reservation?
A: No reservation; selection is purely on merit. Shortlisting uses NEET (MDS) scores and then interview performance determines final merit. - Q: What is the application fee?
A: A non-refundable fee of ₹200 is required (for all categories). Payment is made online during application. - Q: How do I apply online?
A: Apply only through the AFMS recruitment portal: create an account at join.afms.gov.in and fill the Army Dental Corps application form. Submit before the deadline. - Q: What is the selection procedure?
A: Merit list is based on a combined screening of NEET (MDS) scores and interview. No separate written exam is held. Candidates are first short-listed (at 1:10 ratio) by NEET score, then interviewed, and finally undergo medical tests. - Q: What happens after selection?
A: Provisionally selected candidates are medically examined. If fit, they are given pre-commissioning training and then commissioned as Captains in the Army Dental Corps (SSC). - Q: Where can I find the official notification?
A: The complete notification/infobrochure (with details) is available on the official AFMS website. See Important Links above.
Disclaimer: This information is based on the official Army Dental Corps SSC 2025 notification and related sources. Candidates should refer to the official brochure and website for complete details.