AFMC MBBS: Admission, Eligibility, Fees, Ranking

MBBS [Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery] Details

AFMC MBBS is a 5.5-year-long course offered at the campus in Pune. The course began in 1962, intending to induct Armed Forces Medical Services doctors. The current intake capacity is 145 seats. The AFMC MBBS admission is based on the NEET exam. The NEET 2023 exam was conducted on May 07, 2023. The NEET UG 2023 results are expected in mid-June 2023

Table of Contents

• AFMC MBBS Eligibility Criteria
• AFMC MBBS Admission 
• Why Choose AFMC MBBS?
• AFMC MBBS Ranking
• AFMC MBBS Placements
• AFMC MBBS Career Opportunities

AFMC MBBS Eligibility Criteria

The candidates applying for the AFMC MBBS course must be 17 years of age as of 31st December of that year. The candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board with 60% aggregate marks in PCB and 50% in English. Additionally, the candidate must be medically fit and unmarried. 

AFMC MBBS Admission

AFMC MBBS admission is based on NEET scores. Students must enter their NEET roll number in their application form to be eligible for admission.

Application Procedure

AFMC admission is made online through the DGHS official website. On the last date of registration a list of candidates that have applied for AFMC, Pune is generated. Below are the steps for applying online

• Visit the DGHS official website
• Click on UG courses
• Apply for the MBBS course
• Fill out the application form
• Upload documents
• Submit the application

The NEET Roll No. of the candidates who are shortlisted for the screening at AFMC based on merit will be displayed on the website. The screening test comprises Test of English Language Comprehension, Logic and Reasoning (ToELR), Psychological Assessment test (PAT), Interview, and Medical Examination.

Entrance Exams

AFMC MBBS admissions are based on the NEET score.

Documents Required

The candidates are advised to have a soft copy of the following documents while filling out the application form.

• Passport size photo
• Scanned copy of the signature
• Caste certificate
• Photo ID proof
• Enclosures/Certificates (if applicable)

Why choose AFMC MBBS?

AFMC, established in 1948 is a premiere medical institution in the country. The AFMC MBBS course is a 4.5 year long course followed by a 1 year internship at one of the finest military hospitals in the country. The college offers state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms. The students are provided with comfortable accommodation as well. There are multiple allowances and the students are charged a minimal fee. The course ends with permanent commission in one of the military forces, Indian Army, Indian Airforce or Indian Navy.

AFMC MBBS Ranking

AFMC is one of the most prestigious medical institutes in the country. It got a score of 3.51 out of 4 in the NAAC accreditation. Below are some of its rankings.

AFMC MBBS Placements

Medical cadets at AFMC are allotted one of the military forces, Indian Army, Indian Airforce or Indian Navy, based on their preference and performance. It is mandatory to join one of the forces. However, if a cadet wishes to leave, they must submit a sum amount (differs each year due to training costs) to the college.

AFMC MBBS Career Opportunities

The medical cadets from AFMC can pursue any of the following opportunities after completing MBBS from the college.

• Doctor ( Indian Army, Indian Airforce, Indian Navy)