Overview
The Armed Forces Medical College, Pune has the distinctionof being the first medical college set up by the Armed Forces of any country in Asia. The College is a unique institutionwhich combines medical education with training specific to the health care needs of the Forces.Armed Forces Medical College was established on 01 May 1948. The institution conducts training of medical undergraduates and post-graduates, nursing undergraduates and post-graduates, dental postgraduates and paramedical staff. Patient care forms an integral part of the training curriculum and the affiliated hospitals utilise the expertise available at AFMC. The institution is responsible for providing the entire pool of specialists and super specialists to Armed Forces by giving them in-service training. Thus AFMC forms the backbone of high quality professional medical care being provided to the Armed Forces.
Courses
Fees : Varies by program
Admissions
Admission to AFMC is highly competitive and based on entrance examinations.
- Application Process:
- Candidates must apply online through the official AFMC website after qualifying the NEET examination.
- Entrance Examination:
- Candidates must qualify in the NEET examination.
- Screening Process:
- Shortlisted candidates undergo a screening process, including a Test of English Language, Comprehension, Logic, and Reasoning (ToELR), Psychological Assessment Test (PAT), and an interview.
- Medical Examination:
- Candidates must meet the medical fitness standards set by the Armed Forces.
- Final Selection:
- Based on the combined merit of NEET scores, ToELR, interview, and medical fitness.
Scholarship
AFMC provides subsidized education to all its students, covering tuition, accommodation, and mess charges. In return, students are commissioned as Medical Officers in the Armed Forces Medical Services upon graduation.
Placement
Percentage : High
Package : ₹11 LPA
Campus
Address: Armed Forces Medical College, Wanowrie, Pune - 411040, Maharashtra, India.
Phone: +91-20-26334209
Email: webmaster@afmc.nic.in
Website: https://afmc.nic.in/
