Tips On How To Become A Medical Officer In Army

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Are you looking beyond professional growth in the medical field and searching around the web on how to become a medical officer in army?

Or Do you hold a passion for travelling, adventure, sports, and an extraordinary lifestyle?

Or Do you aspire to learn people management skills and to build a strong persona through Physical Fitness and Mental Stamina?

If you have had any of the thoughts above or the answer to all or any of the questions is YES, then I am here to invite you to read my article about opportunities available to you in Indian Defense Force as a doctor.

Benefits of a Medical Officer in Army With a MBBS/PG Certificate/PG Diploma

  • You will be commissioned into the Army/Navy/Air Force based on your academic & interview performance.
  • You will be appointed as Captain(Army)/Lieutenant(Navy)/Flight Lieutenant(Air Force) with all the privileges and salary on the day you report to the Military Hospital.
  • You will become a leader, guide, and part of the team around the clock and get to go to places that even Google might not have enlisted on its maps yet.
  • You will be a role model, motivational figure, and “Bhagwan” of the soldiers who will guard our border​.
  • You will also equally carry a personal weapon & other life-saving equipment and use it as when other team members do so.
  • You will get a chance to play, dance & fight the enemy, probably, all on the same day and that too with a troop of men who would take a bullet for you in all literal sense.
  • You would be the reason of a smile on a gravely wounded soldier because he knows “Doctor Sahib” will save him, and that confidence will keep him alive and energetic at times when all hope tends to vanishes.

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  • You would be the saviour to the village surrounding the army camps in a remote area or border area and a source of motivation for them
  • You will be appointed as Adjutant and Mess secretary and some time company commander who generally performs the same duty as an infantry officer
  • You will become the central figure to organize, coordinate and forerunner in the planning and execution stage of various operational as well as training activities.
  • You would be held in far higher opinion as an Olive Green Doctor and economically would be in a higher pay bracket.
  • The organization will support you in part of Special Force, National Security Guard, and other elite combat organization roles.
  • You would be getting a chance to test your skills outside the hospital in the sports field, by not only getting to be a participant but also as an organizer for outdoor games such as basketball, hockey, golf, etc.
  • Parties, picnics, gathering would be filling your social calendar.

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  • Appreciation for every professional and sports outstanding achievements
  •  You are allowed to opt for Permanent Commission, Post Graduate Degree course, specification in various fields including staff college, UN mission.etc
  • The organization will look after your financial needs by paying additional Non-Practicing Pay of 20% of basic pay.
  • You are entitled to get all salary, allowance, and facilities extended to any commissioned officers as per rank and service rendered.
  •  You will be trained as other officers of the Indian Armed Force for personal & professional growth and lifestyle to become an undisputed leader of the organization.
  • Most importantly, you get a chance to be the most satisfied individual because your action is not limited to one patient. Instead, you are the lamp of a sick or dying soldier whose life is devoted to the Nation. When you save a soldier’s life, you are not treating a single person but strengthening the entire unit of soldiers who are guarding the borders with unquenched fire.

What is Your Professional Growth on Commissioning as a Short Service Officer

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  • Five years’ initial engagement, extendable by another nine years in two spells,(first of five years and second four years)
  • On commissioning, you will be appointed with the rank of Captain in Army/Lieutenant in Navy/Flt Lt in Air Force with anti date seniority.
  • He/she will be posted in deputed defence force hospital or field units with independent charge.
  • You will be posted in Field Units after the successful completion of Basic courses.
  • You will be automatically eligible to get one of the most deputed Military Hospital as per your choice after field posting.
  • The permanent commission can be granted based on the performance any time after two years of service.
  • A PG course will be offered based on the examination appeared.
  • All foreign assignment (including UN Mission), depending on the academic performance.
  • You can become Lieutenant General or equivalent ranks in defence force, depending on your professional and other organizational performances.

Professional Growth and Rank Structure

If you are:

  • Graduate (MBBS) & PG Diploma -Initial commission as Captain and equivalent rank & become Lt Col on completion of 11 years of service (two years of seniority).
  • Post Graduate Degree – Initial commission as Captain and promoted to Lieutenant Colonel on the culmination of 10 years of service. (Three years of seniority).
  • Permanent Commission based on Age, i.e., Graduate should be less than 30 years, and PG diploma holders should be under 31 years, whereas the maximum limit for a PG holder is under 35 years.
  • Promotional avenue is the same as per the procedure of defence service officers.
  • The officer not availing permanent commission can opt for a PG course with certain conditions.

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Financial Benefits Offered to Defense Service Medical Officers

  • 10 B Level of Defense Pay Matrix of Basic Pay 61300/- on commissioning.
  • Military Service Pay -15500/- per month.
  • Field Allowance – As per location/area specified.
  • NPA – 20% of Basic Pay.
  • All other entitlements – as same as central government employees, including Dearness Allowance.
  • Free ration & 60 days Annual Leave with travel concessions.
  •  Life insurance coverage of 75 Lakhs.
  • Pension will be eligible for approval of permanent commission in defence Force.

Important documents To Produce at the Time of Interview

  • All educational certificates from school to college
  • National board examination certificate & Passport for studied international students.
  • Permanent Medical Registration Certificate
  • Non-objection certificate from the present employer and internship certificate
  • Police verification form (PVR)
  • NCC certificate or any professionally valued documents

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Application Procedure

Online submission through www.amcsscentry.gov.in in a simple procedure.

  • Age limited restricted till 45 years as on 31 December 2020.
  • Adequate vacancies are earmarked for Male & Female separately.

Prerequisites for Selection as Defence Force Doctor

  • The Defence Forces’ demand a high degree of Physical Fitness Record of each aspirant, which is quite evident due to the requirement of job challenges.
  • Medical Health of the Medical Officer is an essential requirement due to the defence force’s service conditions.
  • Most importantly, Mental stamina will determine whether the aspirants are worth serving in the defence force.

A detailed article on physical fitness, medical health & mental stamina is available for you to check out

I strongly recommend reading the above article or similar article for your better understanding before appearing for SSB Board

Interview Procedure at Army Hospital(R&R), Delhi Cantonment

A Call-up letter will be issued to the shortlisted candidates to assess their suitability and merit for grant of short service commission in the Armed Forces Medical Service.

The interview centre may change according to the suitability of administrative requirements.

All administrative arrangements will be made with free accommodation & food during your stay for the interview and medical examination.

Your travel expense (Freshers) will also be paid by the defence authorities on return after the interview.

Action on Reporting

SSB Staff will verify documents including All personal documents such as Aadhar Cards, Proof of Nationality and Education Certificates, etc. with original copies.

Interview

The Special Selection Board consists of eminent and experienced professionals from the Service Selection Board(Psychologist, Ground Tasking Officer/Technical Officer & Interviewing Officer)

  • A highly qualified Armed Force Medical Service ( Major General) and the above Panel of officers will conduct the interviewIt is more about face-to-face interviews with the above team of officers.
  • The candidates should be well prepared to face the interview board with a stress-free mind and in a relaxed way.
  • Since the competition will be more and sturdy, be ready to answer the following questions:
  1. Your family, studies, extracurricular activities, sports & games, interests, hobbies, etc
  2. Your general awareness about the national &international affairs and your frank opinion about the recent developments
  3. Your Personality and Officer Like Qualities will test by the interviewing Panel
  4. Your theoretical and practical knowledge of core subjects in MBBS/ PG
  5. Your positive attitude and leadership qualities will be tested through small verbal situation reaction tests and psychological tests.

I suggest reading my article about the SSB procedure which will take a guideline for your chance to clear SSB

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are eligibility conditions to get Permanent Commission?

A: In Permanent Commission, All officers are eligible to apply permanent commission after two years of service(The an officer will not attain 30 Years (for BDS) and 35 years for 31 December of the application year)

Q: Can I apply for PG while serving as a doctor in defence force after MBBS?

A: In Post Graduation, Short service officers and recommended permanent officers will be detailed for Post Graduate studies depend on the service conditions.

Q: How do I become Lieutenant Colonel in Army if I am SSC Officer?

A: Graduate(MBBS) officers will get a commission as Captain on entry and eligible for promotions as Major after four years, Lt Col after 11 years of total service.

Post Graduate(MD) commissioned officer is likely to become Major on completing three years of service. All other promotions will be based on performance & other service conditions.

Non-Practicing Allowance (20% of Basic Pay) and specialist salary for Rs 2,250/- per month for MDS Degree holders.

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Conclusion

The professional satisfaction for service to the Nation through the Indian Defence Service is one of the golden opportunities for any enthusiastic Youth.

The Armed Medical Service offers professionalism and challenges within the framework of pride, tradition, and the service uniform’s spirit.

In the end, I wish all aspirants of defence service success and best of luck in life.

I suggest all my readers(Doctors) if you are coming under the eligibility criteria must attend & experience of the SSB interview.

I will assure you that whether you select or not select is not a matter for the organization. But your approach towards professionalism in medical career may have an impact in the coming days.

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