Egyptian Armed Forces announces recruitment of medical officers

The Egyptian Armed Forces, under the approval of General Ashraf Salem Zaher, Minister of Defense and Military Production, has announced the recruitment of a new cohort of human doctors for the January 2027 intake. This recruitment is specifically for medical professionals holding Master’s or Doctoral degrees to serve as commissioned officers with military status.

Candidates must pass training at the Egyptian Military Academy and meet strict eligibility criteria, including Egyptian nationality for themselves and their lineage, a clean criminal record, and medical fitness as determined by the General Military Medical Council. Applicants must also pass psychological and personal evaluations.

Age limits for the January 2027 intake are set at a maximum of 34 years for Master’s degree holders and 38 years for Doctoral degree holders. Additionally, candidates must have completed their internship and hold a minimum grade of ‘Good’ in their Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral studies.

The commission period is initially set for two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension based on military needs. Officers will receive experience certificates and service records to assist with future civilian employment and retirement benefits, alongside various military services and privileges.