Army Dental Corps Short Service Commissioned Officer Recruitment 2026

- The Army Dental Corps has announced 37 vacancies for Short Service Commissioned Officer positions.
- This recruitment drive is open to both male and female Indian candidates.
- The online application process will commence on 22 September 2026 and close on 22 October 2026.
- Candidates must have completed BDS with a minimum of 55% marks in the final year or hold an MDS degree from a DCI-recognized institution.
- Completion of a one-year Compulsory Rotatory Internship by 30 June 2026 and a valid Permanent Dental Registration Certificate are mandatory.
- Appearance in NEET (MDS)-2026 conducted on 02 May 2026 is a decisive eligibility criterion.

- Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
- Gender: Both male and female candidates can apply.
- Educational Qualification:
- BDS degree with a minimum of 55% marks in the final year, OR
- MDS degree from a Dental Council of India (DCI)-recognized college or university.
- Internship: Must have completed the one-year Compulsory Rotatory Internship by 30 June 2026.
- Registration: Must possess a valid Permanent Dental Registration Certificate of a State Dental Council or DCI, valid at least up to 31 December 2026.
- Entrance Examination: Must have appeared in NEET (MDS)-2026 conducted on 02 May 2026 by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), New Delhi.

- Selection will be based on the NEET (MDS)-2026 score and subsequent verification of documents.
- Candidates must submit a copy of their NEET (MDS)-2026 Mark-sheet or Scorecard with their application.

All

- Copy of NEET (MDS)-2026 Mark-sheet or Scorecard.
- Proof of BDS or MDS degree certificate.
- Proof of completion of one-year Compulsory Rotatory Internship.
- Permanent Dental Registration Certificate (valid up to 31 December 2026).

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