AFMC MBBS 2025 Admission Policy Update: The Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune has significantly revised its MBBS admission policy starting from the 2025–26 academic session, introducing a mandatory ₹69 lakh bond penalty for students who withdraw their admission after one week. This decision aligns with the institution’s commitment to ensuring only serious candidates occupy its limited, government-funded medical seats. Admissions to AFMC will continue to be through NEET UG 2025, as per existing norms.
The new policy also reinforces the compulsory service requirement for MBBS cadets. All selected candidates must serve in the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) as commissioned officers for a minimum of seven years after graduation. Failure to fulfill this condition—or to complete the course—may result in heavy financial penalties, including the full payment of bond money and training costs.
AFMC MBBS 2025 Admission Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission Through | NEET UG 2025 |
| Total MBBS Seats | 150 (including 5 government-sponsored candidates) |
| Gender-wise Distribution | 115 Boys, 30 Girls, 5 Sponsored |
| Bond Amount | ₹69,00,000 |
| Bond Rule | Payable if candidate withdraws after 7 days of admission (post 4 PM) |
| Service Commitment | 7 years minimum as commissioned officer in Armed Forces Medical Services |
| Commission Type | Determined by merit-cum-option during final MBBS examination |
| Permanent Commission (PC) | Service till superannuation |
| Non-Service Liability Clause | NSL candidates must pay cost of training but are exempt from bond (if illness is not self-inflicted) |
| Training Cost (Current Rate) | ₹28,166 per week (subject to revision) |
| Internship Training Rule | NOC issued only after full bond amount is cleared |
| Internship Location | Only approved AFMS Internship Hospitals |
| Application Mode | Online through AFMC website after NEET UG result declaration |
| WhatsApp Official Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
| Telegram Official Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
New AFMC MBBS 2025 Bond Policy Raises Stakes for MBBS Aspirants
AFMC has made it explicitly clear that parents or guardians must sign a bond agreement worth ₹69 lakh at the time of admission. If the candidate leaves the college after seven days from the admission date (post 4 PM), they are liable to pay the entire amount. This measure is aimed at discouraging last-minute dropouts, which create disruptions in the highly competitive admission process and waste government resources.
The revised policy appears in the newly released 2026 MBBS admission brochure, marking one of the most stringent withdrawal penalties among Indian medical colleges. It highlights the college’s efforts to ensure resource optimization and long-term commitment from its candidates.
Serving in AFMS: What Students Need to Know
A key part of AFMC’s MBBS program is the commitment to national service. Every student admitted as a medical cadet must serve as a commissioned officer in the Armed Forces Medical Services for a minimum of 7 years. The type of commission—Short Service or Permanent—will depend on the student’s rank and choice during the final year of MBBS.
Permanent Commission (PC) officers will serve until their official superannuation date. This model of training and service combines medical education with military discipline and career prospects, appealing to students with a sense of national duty and long-term career focus.
Candidates who are later declared Non-Service Liability (NSL) for medical reasons outside their control will be exempt from the bond payment. However, they must still pay the weekly training fee, which currently stands at ₹28,166. This ensures fairness while maintaining accountability.
Final Year Internships Tied to Bond Compliance
AFMC has also linked internship permissions with bond clearance. As per the new rules, candidates who are either removed from or opt out of service liability after passing their final MBBS exam will be issued a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for internship only after they fully clear the bond amount. Internships can only be pursued in AFMS-approved hospitals, further strengthening the service framework associated with AFMC’s MBBS program.
This structured approach ensures that cadets remain within the controlled military medical environment even during the final phase of their training.
What’s Next for NEET UG Aspirants?
With NEET UG 2025 being the gateway to AFMC MBBS admissions, students targeting a career in AFMS must begin preparing early—not just for the exam but also for the long-term service expectations. The MBBS seat at AFMC now comes with significant responsibilities, both financial and professional.
Candidates must weigh their decision carefully, keeping in mind the 7-year service clause, the steep ₹69 lakh bond, and the medical-military hybrid career path that follows.
Stay tuned to the official AFMC website and our official channels for real-time updates on admission dates, counselling processes, and eligibility criteria.
