UPSC Combined Medical Services CMS Examination 2026 Apply Online for 1358 Posts
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026. This examination is conducted every year to recruit qualified medical professionals for various central government health services and departments. Through UPSC CMS 2026, candidates will be recruited to posts such as Medical Officer in Central Health Service, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in the Railways, and General Duty Medical Officer positions in municipal bodies. The recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for MBBS graduates who want to serve in government medical services. The online application process began on 11 March 2026 and candidates can submit their forms until 31 March 2026. The written examination for UPSC CMS 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on 02 August 2026 across multiple exam centers in India. Candidates who qualify in the computer-based written examination will be called for the personality test or interview stage. Applicants should carefully read the eligibility requirements, age criteria, and selection process before submitting the application form to ensure they meet all conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Important Dates
- Application Begin: 11/03/2026
- Last Date for Apply Online: 31/03/2026 06:00 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 31/03/2026
- Admit Card Available: July 2026
- Exam Date: 02/08/2026
- Result Declared: Notified Later
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 200
- SC / ST / PH: Nil
- All Female Candidates: Nil
- Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Age Limit
- Age Limit as on 01/08/2026
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Maximum Age for General Duty Medical Officer: 35 Years
- Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Recruitment Rules.
Number of Vacancies
Total Vacancies: 1358
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical Officers Sub Cadre of Central Health Service | 864 |
| Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (ADMO) in Railway | 450 |
| General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) Grade II in NDMS | 14 |
| General Duty Medical Officer in Various Delhi Municipal Councils | 30 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| All Posts | Passed or appearing Medical Degree in MBBS from any recognized university in India. Candidates who have not completed the compulsory rotating internship at the time of application must complete it before the appointment. |
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Important Questions
- Q:What is the last date to apply for UPSC CMS Examination 2026?The last date to submit the online application form is 31 March 2026 up to 06:00 PM.
- Q:How many vacancies are available in UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026?A total of 1358 vacancies are available for medical officer posts in different government health services.
- Q:What qualification is required for UPSC CMS 2026?Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the final year of an MBBS degree from a recognized university.
- Q:What is the age limit for UPSC CMS exam?The maximum age is 32 years, while for General Duty Medical Officer posts it is up to 35 years with relaxation as per government rules.
- Q:What is the selection process for UPSC CMS recruitment?The selection process includes a computer-based written examination followed by a personality test or interview.
Instructions
- Visit the official UPSC online application portal.
- Open the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 notification.
- Read the complete notification carefully before applying.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents including photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through online payment options if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a printed copy of the submitted application for future reference.