Indian Army Dental Corps Recruitment 2026: 37 Posts, Apply Before 22 October 2026
Indian Army Dental Corps 2026 : Short Details
| Notification No. | Not Stated In Notification |
| Conducting Body | Indian Army, Armed Forces Medical Services |
| Post Name | Dental Corps (Short Service Commissioned Officer) |
| Total Vacancy | 37 Positions |
| Official Website | join.afms.gov.in (AFMS) |
The Indian Army has released a notification for the recruitment of Dental Corps officers as Short Service Commissioned Officers. This recruitment is for 37 positions. The online application has started on 22 September 2026 and candidates can apply up to 22 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 22 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | Will Be Notified Soon |
| Admit Card | Before the Examination |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| General, OBC | ₹ 200/- |
| SC, ST | ₹ 200/- |
Age Limit
| Maximum Age (as on 31 December 2026) | 45 Years |
The age condition is calculated as on 31 December 2026, not on the last date of application. Please confirm the exact age conditions from the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a BDS or MDS degree from a college or university recognised by the Dental Council of India (DCI).
Candidates must have at least 55% marks in the final year of BDS, or an MDS degree.
The candidate must have completed the one-year compulsory rotatory internship by 30 June 2026.
The candidate must hold a valid Dental Practitioner registration certificate, valid up to 31 December 2026.
The candidate must have appeared for NEET (MDS) 2026, which was held on 19 April 2026.
Please read the official Dental Corps notification for the complete eligibility and shortlisting conditions.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on the NEET (MDS) 2026 score
- Interview
- Medical Examination
Selection for the Dental Corps is based on the NEET (MDS) 2026 score, followed by an interview and medical examination.
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official AFMS portal at join.afms.gov.in
- Open the Dental Corps notification for Short Service Commissioned Officers
- Read the eligibility, including the NEET (MDS) 2026 requirement
- Register on the portal and fill in the online application form
- Pay the application fee of ₹200/- online
- Submit the form before 22 October 2026
Important Links
| Apply Online (AFMS) | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Indian Army Dental Corps 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 22 October 2026.
How many positions are there in Indian Army Dental Corps 2026?
There are 37 positions for Dental Corps officers as Short Service Commissioned Officers.
What is the qualification required?
A BDS with at least 55% marks in the final year, or an MDS degree, from a DCI-recognised institution, with the one-year rotatory internship completed by 30 June 2026.
Is NEET (MDS) required for Dental Corps 2026?
Yes. Candidates must have appeared for NEET (MDS) 2026, held on 19 April 2026. Selection is based on that score.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹200/- for all categories, including General, OBC, SC and ST.
What is the age limit for Dental Corps 2026?
The maximum age is 45 years as on 31 December 2026. Please confirm the full age conditions from the official notification.
Important Notes
- Appearing for NEET (MDS) 2026 is mandatory, as shortlisting for the Dental Corps is based on that score.
- The rotatory internship must be completed by 30 June 2026 and the Dental Practitioner registration certificate must be valid up to 31 December 2026.
- The age is calculated as on 31 December 2026, which is different from the application deadline.
- This is a Short Service Commissioned Officer entry, not a Permanent Commission one.