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Name of the Post UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 – Apply Online for 1358 Medical Officer Posts
       
Recruitment Board Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement No. 09/2026-CMS
Post Date 18-03-2026
Start Date to Apply 2026-03-11
Last Date to Apply 2026-03-31
Brief Information

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India's premier central recruiting agency responsible for appointments to and examinations for All India services and group A & group B posts. The UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination is a highly prestigious national-level recruitment drive conducted annually to select qualified doctors for various central government departments. Candidates selected through UPSC CMS 2026 will serve as Medical Officers and Assistant Divisional Medical Officers (ADMO) in organizations like the Indian Railways, Central Health Services (CHS), and Municipal Corporations of Delhi (MCD/NDMC). The job profile involves clinical duties, public health administration, and implementation of national health programs across the country. The selection process is rigorous, comprising a Computer-Based Examination (Part-I) followed by a Personality Test (Part-II). This recruitment holds immense significance in India as it ensures the induction of high-quality medical professionals into the public healthcare system, strengthening the nation's medical infrastructure and providing stable, reputable careers for MBBS graduates with attractive Pay Matrix Level-10 salaries.
Application Fee
  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 200/-
  • SC / ST / PwBD: NIL (Exempted)
  • Female Candidates (All Categories): NIL (Exempted)
  • Payment Method: Online via Net Banking, Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay Credit/Debit Card or UPI.
Age Limit
  • Maximum Age: 32 Years (as on 01-08-2026).
  • Candidates must have been born not earlier than 2nd August 1994.
  • For Central Health Service (CHS), the upper age limit is 35 years.
  • Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India rules.
Qualification
  • MBBS Degree (Passed or Final Year Appearing)
Vacancy Details
S.No Post Name Total
1 Category-I: Medical Officers Grade (Central Health Service) 864
2 Category-II: Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (ADMO) in Railways 450
3 Category-II: General Duty Medical Officer (NDMC) 14
4 Category-II: General Duty Medical Officer Gr-II (MCD) 30
UPSC CMS 2026 Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Stage 1: Computer Based Examination (500 Marks)

The written exam consists of two objective-type papers, each of 2 hours duration and 250 marks.

  • Paper-I: General Medicine and Paediatrics (120 Questions).
  • Paper-II: Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine (120 Questions).
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd (0.33) marks deducted for each wrong answer.

Stage 2: Personality Test (100 Marks)

Candidates who qualify the CBT will be called for an interview to assess their leadership, intellectual curiosity, and mental alertness.
Salary Structure & Benefits (7th Pay Commission)

Post NamePay LevelPay Scale (Basic)
All CMS PostsLevel 10₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA), DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance as per central government rules.
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Tags UPSC CMS 2026, Combined Medical Services Exam, Medical Officer Jobs 2026, UPSC Recruitment, Government Doctor Vacancy, MBBS Jobs India
UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 – Apply Online for 1358 Medical Officer Posts - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the qualification for UPSC CMS 2026?

A: Candidates must have passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS examination. Those appearing in the final year of MBBS are also eligible to apply provisionally.

Q: What is the maximum age limit for General category candidates?

A: The upper age limit is 32 years as of August 1, 2026. However, for the Central Health Service, the limit is 35 years.

Q: What is the application fee for female candidates?

A: Female candidates from all categories (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) are exempted from paying the application fee.

Q: Is there a physical fitness test for UPSC CMS recruitment?

A: There is no physical efficiency test like running, but candidates must meet the basic medical standards prescribed by the UPSC for Central Government Medical Officers.

Q: Can I apply for UPSC CMS if I am doing my internship?

A: Yes, candidates who are undergoing their rotating internship are eligible to apply, but they will be appointed only after they complete the compulsory internship.

Q: What is the selection process for UPSC CMS 2026?

A: The selection is based on a two-stage process: a Computer-Based Written Examination (500 marks) and a Personality Test/Interview (100 marks).