What is the selection criteria at Armed Forces Medical College for MBBS course?

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    Vishwajeet Ghosh | Contributor-Level 9

    9 months ago

    The selection criteria for the MBBS course at Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) include:

    1. NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test): Candidates must qualify with a high rank.
    2. AFMC Screening Process: Includes a written test, interview, and medical examination.
    3. Merit List: Final selection is based on combined NEET scores and performance in the AFMC screening.
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    Rohit Bokade | Contributor-Level 9

    10 months ago

    To be selected for the MBBS course at the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) in Pune, you must meet the following criteria: 

    • Nationality: Be an Indian citizen 
    • Educational qualifications: Pass 12th or equivalent with at least 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English 
    • Age: Be at least 17 years old and not more than 22 years old on December 31 
    • Medical fitness: Meet the medical standards set by the Government of India, Ministry of Defence 
    • NEET scores: Qualify the NEET UG exam with a high score 
    • AFMC screening test: Pass the screening test, which includes a written test, personality test, a
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You must appear for NEET UG examination to get admission in B.Sc Nursing at AFMC.

Only women can apply for this path.

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No, AFMC does not have a specific "battle casualty quota" or a dedicated category for "warrior students" for MBBS admissions. Admission to AFMC is primarily based on merit through the NEET-UG exam, followed by a unique AFMC selection process. While AFMC does have some reservations for SC/ST and OBC candidates based on NEET scores, there isn't a separate quota for children of battle casualties or those with similar backgrounds. 

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