UPSC Combined Medical Service CMS
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Recruitment 2026 on its official website. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,358 vacancies in various medical posts under different government departments and organizations.
The online application process began on 11 March 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 31 March 2026 through the official portal. Candidates interested in applying for the UPSC CMS examination should ensure that they meet all the required eligibility criteria before submitting the application form.
| Commission | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post | Combined Medical Services (CMS) |
| Vacancy | 1,358 |
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UPSC Combined Medical Service CMS : Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical officers Sub Cadre of Central Health Service | 864 |
Assistant Division Medical Officer ADMO in Railway | 450 |
General Duty Medical Officer GDMO Grade II in NDMS | 14 |
General Duty Medical Officer GDMO in Various Delhi Municipal Council | 30 |
UPSC Combined Medical Service CMS : Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
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| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have passed the written and practical parts of the final M.B.B.S. Examination from a recognized university. |
| Final Year Candidates | Candidates who are appearing in the final year of the M.B.B.S. examination can also apply, but they must provide proof of passing before the final selection. |
| Internship Requirement | Applicants must have completed the compulsory rotating internship at the time of appointment. |
| Age Limit | The maximum age limit is 32 years as on 01 August 2026. |
| Age Relaxation | Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories such as SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and others as per government rules. |
| Nationality | The candidate must be a citizen of India or meet the nationality conditions specified in the official notification. |
UPSC Combined Medical Service CMS : Exam Pattern
| Stage | Paper / Section | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration | Type |
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| Stage 1 | Paper I | General Medicine (96), Pediatrics (24) | 120 | 250 | 2 Hours | Objective (MCQ) |
| Stage 1 | Paper II | Surgery (40), Gynecology & Obstetrics (40), Preventive & Social Medicine (40) | 120 | 250 | 2 Hours | Objective (MCQ) |
| Stage 2 | Personality Test / Interview | General knowledge, academic knowledge, and personality assessment | — | 100 | — | Interview |
UPSC Combined Medical Service CMS : Application Process
Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
On the homepage, find and click on the link for UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Recruitment 2026.
First complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you are a new user.
After registration, log in using your Registration ID and Password.
Fill in the online application form with the required personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload the necessary documents such as photograph, signature, and other required certificates.
Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
Review all the details carefully and submit the application form.
Finally, download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
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