Medical Examination: Common Rejection Causes & Pre-checks

Overview of the Military Medical Examination

The medical examination is the final stage of the recruitment process, conducted by a board of military doctors at the rally site. The standards are designed to ensure that every recruit can withstand the extreme climatic and physical challenges of army service, whether deployed in the freezing Siachen Glacier or the scorching deserts of Rajasthan. Understanding the medical guidelines is vital for every candidate.

Common Orthopedic and Visual Rejection Causes

Many candidates face rejection due to minor skeletal anomalies. The most common issues are:

• Knock Knees (Genu Valgum): A condition where the knees touch while standing with feet apart. This affects stability and running.
• Flat Foot: The absence of an arch in the foot, which makes long marches and running painful.
• Visual Acuity: Distance vision must be 6/6 in the better eye and 6/9 in the worse eye without spectacles. Squint, color blindness, and laser eye surgery are common causes for permanent rejection.
• Hearing: Candidates must have clean ears and be able to hear a whisper from a distance of 610 cm.

Pre-Medical Advice and Appeals

We strongly recommend visiting a civilian doctor for a pre-medical check-up. Clean your ears of wax, treat minor skin conditions, and fix dental cavities to secure the mandatory 14 dental points. If you receive a temporary rejection, do not lose hope. You will be referred to a military hospital, where you have 14 days to clear the medical issue. Ensure you follow the specialist's advice and present yourself for review within the stipulated timeline.