Objectives: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) is among the most common causes of non-odontogenic pain in the orofacial region. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship of depression level with TMDs in young conscripted males as a populationwith chronic stresses . Methods: A total number of 144 conscripted males with chronic stress and different levels of depression were assigned to four groups according to the Beck’s Depression Inventory (BDI). The control group consisted of age-matched conscripted males without chronic stress. The diagnosis of TMD was made according to the Research Diagnostic Criteria Axis I. Data were analyzed using the Mann-Whitney and Chi-square tests. Results: The participants with severe depression were significantly more susceptible to have TMD (p < 0.05) followed by the moderate depression, borderline clinical depression, mild mood disturbance, and control groups. The TMD diagnoses were more prevalent within depression groups compared with the control population (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The level of depression is associated with the presence of TMD in young conscripted males. The incidence of TMD increased by an increase in the severity of depression.