Armed Forces / DefenseMNS SSC Officer Notification 2026
Military Nursing Service (MNS): Short Service Commission (SSC) 2026
Indian Army, Navy & Air Force (Armed Forces Medical Services)
Total Posts200
Pay LevelDefense Pay Matrix Level 10 (Commissioned Officer)
Last Date30 Oct 2026
Exam DateNational Testing Agency (NTA) CBT: December 2026
Eligibility & Educational Qualifications
Essential Qualification
Only Female Candidates who have passed M.Sc (Nursing) / PB B.Sc (Nursing) / B.Sc (Nursing) from INC recognized University and are Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife.
Experience Required
Freshers & experienced female nurses eligible.
Age Limit & Relaxations
21 to 35 Years (Born between 02 Oct 1991 and 01 Oct 2005) · Applicable as per Indian Military Service entry rules.
Exam Pattern & Selection Scheme
Total Marks150
Total Questions150 MCQs
Duration150 Minutes
Negative MarkNo negative marking
Subject Weightage Distribution
Nursing Core Subjects100 Marks
General English25 Marks
General Intelligence & Aptitude25 Marks
Key Syllabus Topics
Anatomy, Medical Surgical Nursing, OBG, Pediatrics & Critical Care
Advanced Military Trauma Care & Disaster Nursing
English Vocabulary, Comprehension & Grammar
Logical Deductions & Military Aptitude
Selection Process Stages
- 1National Testing Agency (NTA) Computer Based Test (150 MCQs - 150 Marks)
- 2SSB Style Interview by Board of Officers at Base Hospital Delhi Cantt
- 3Special Military Medical Board Examination (SMBE)
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Key Notification Summary
OrganizationIndian Army, Navy & Air Force (Armed Forces Medical Services)
Post NameLieutenant (Military Nursing Officer)
Advertisement No.MNS SSC Officer Notification 2026
Application Window2026-09-10 to 2026-10-30
Application Fee₹900 for all candidates.
Job LocationArmed Forces Hospitals across Military Stations in India