Civilian Medical Officer – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 18
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Recognized MBBS degree and completion of compulsory rotating internship.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — completion of compulsory rotating internship is the primary requirement.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Civilian Medical Officer position within the Directorate General of Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) offers a unique opportunity for MBBS graduates to serve the defense community in a civilian capacity. Based in New Delhi with All India Service Liability, these officers provide comprehensive healthcare to dependent clientele and manage specialist referrals. This permanent Group A Gazetted role provides the stability of a central government career while working alongside the Ministry of Defence. It is an excellent path for medical professionals seeking a structured environment with significant public service impact and competitive benefits including NPA.
- The maximum age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 for OBC, and 40 for SC/ST candidates.
- One vacancy is reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in the locomotor category.
- Candidates must have completed a recognized MBBS degree and a compulsory rotating internship.
- A Post Graduate medical qualification in any discipline is considered a desirable asset.
- The selection process involves a 100-mark interview with category-specific minimum qualifying scores.
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Additional Salary Information
Level-10 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on Essential and Desirable Qualifications Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if applicable Personal Interview Document Verification Medical Examination
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted
Reservation
Vertical reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories as per government norms.
Horizontal reservation is applicable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in identified posts.
Age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered.
- Log in using your credentials and select the specific post you wish to apply for.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents (Matriculation certificate, Degree/Diploma, Experience certificates, etc.) in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 (if applicable) using online banking or card payment.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
- Do not send any physical copies to the Commission unless specifically called for during the interview stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
The pay scale is Level-10 plus Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
A recognized MBBS degree and completion of a compulsory rotating internship are required.
There are a total of 18 vacancies across various categories including UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST.