How many vacancies are announced in UPSC CMS Vacancy 2026?

A total of 1358 vacancies have been announced under UPSC CMS Vacancy 2026 for different Medical Officer posts in central government services.

UPSC CMS Examination 2026 – Apply Online for Medical Officer Posts

Q: What is UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026?

UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission to recruit candidates for Medical Officer posts in different central government departments.

Q: When will the UPSC CMS Examination 2026 be conducted?

The UPSC CMS Examination 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on 02 August 2026 at various examination centres across India.

Q: How can I apply for the UPSC CMS Application Form 2026?

Candidates can apply online for UPSC CMS Application Form 2026 through the official UPSC online portal by completing registration, filling the application form, uploading documents and paying the fee.

Q: What is the UPSC CMS Age Limit 2026?

For UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026, the maximum age limit is 32 years as on 01 August 2026, while certain posts allow up to 35 years. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules.

Q: What posts are included under UPSC Medical Officer recruitment through CMS?

Posts included in UPSC Medical Officer recruitment through CMS include Medical Officers in Central Health Service, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in Railways, and General Duty Medical Officer posts.

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

The selection process for UPSC CMS 2026 includes a written examination followed by a personality test or interview. Final selection is based on the combined marks of both stages.

Q: What subjects are included in the UPSC CMS Examination 2026?

The UPSC CMS Examination 2026 includes subjects such as General Medicine, Paediatrics, Surgery, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, and Preventive and Social Medicine.

Q: What is the salary for UPSC CMS Medical Officer posts?

Candidates selected through UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 receive salary under Level 10 pay matrix with a basic pay of ₹56,100 per month along with other allowances.

Q: Where can I check updates about UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can check the official UPSC website for latest updates regarding UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 including notification, application form, exam date and results.

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SHORT INFORMATION

UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Union Public Service Commission for 1358 Medical Officer posts in various government departments. Candidates who have completed MBBS or are appearing in the final year of the MBBS examination are eligible to apply for this recruitment. The online application process started on 11 March 2026 and interested candidates can submit their application form through the official UPSC website before the last date 31 March 2026.

The selection process for UPSC CMS 2026 includes a written examination (500 marks) followed by a personality test/interview (100 marks). The written exam is scheduled to be conducted on 2 August 2026.

UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	11 March 2026
Application Start Date	11 March 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	31 March 2026 (06:00 PM)
UPSC CMS Exam Date	02 August 2026

AGE LIMIT

Minimum Age: Not specified
Maximum Age: 32 years as on 01 August 2026
Candidate must be born not earlier than 02 August 1994

Vacancy Details

Category	Post Name	Total Vacancies	PwBD Vacancies
Category-I	Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre of Central Health Service	864	34
Category-II	Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in Railways	450	18
Category-II	General Duty Medical Officer in New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)	14	0
Category-II	General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II in Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)	30	2
Total		1358	54

Age Relaxation

SC / ST: Up to 5 years relaxation.
OBC: Up to 3 years relaxation.
Defence Services Personnel disabled in operations during hostilities or disturbed areas: 3 years relaxation.
Ex-Servicemen (including Commissioned Officers / ECOs / SSCOs) who have completed at least 5 years of military service: 5 years relaxation.
ECOs / SSCOs whose service has been extended beyond 5 years and are eligible for civil employment: 5 years relaxation.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Up to 10 years relaxation for categories like blindness, low vision, hearing impairment, locomotor disability, autism, intellectual disability, etc.

Note: SC/ST/OBC candidates who are also Ex-Servicemen or PwBD can get cumulative age relaxation as per rules.

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Educational Qualification

Candidate must have passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS Examination from a recognized university.
Candidates who are appearing in the final MBBS examination can also apply for the UPSC CMS 2026 exam. However, their candidature will be provisional until they submit proof of passing the MBBS examination within the prescribed time.
Candidates who have not yet completed the compulsory rotating internship may also apply. But they will be appointed only after completing the internship successfully.
Valid proof of passing the qualifying examination such as Degree Certificate, Final Marksheet, or Provisional Degree Certificate issued by the competent authority must be produced when required.

Physical Standards & Medical Standards

Candidates must be physically and medically fit according to the standards prescribed by the Government for the services/posts under the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026.

Salary/ Stipend

Pay Level: Level-10 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Basic Pay: ₹56,100 per month
Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Written Examination

The first stage is a Computer Based Written Examination.
The exam consists of two papers, each carrying 250 marks.
Both papers are objective type (MCQ) and conducted in English only.
Each paper is of 2 hours duration.
There is negative marking for wrong answers.

Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Medicine & Paediatrics	120	250	2 Hours
Paper II	Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine	120	250	2 Hours
Total		240 Questions	500 Marks

2. Personality Test / Interview

Candidates who qualify the written exam are called for the Personality Test.
The interview carries 100 marks.
In this stage, the candidate’s personality, communication skills, leadership ability, and suitability for medical services are assessed.

Final Selection

The final merit list is prepared based on the combined marks of the Written Examination (500 marks) and Personality Test (100 marks).
Candidates who secure higher marks in the merit list are recommended for appointment to the available posts.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit the Official Website
Go to the UPSC online application portal using the link given above.
Create an Account
First complete Account Creation on the UPSC Online Application Portal.
Complete Universal Registration
After account creation, complete the Universal Registration (URN) process. This registration is done only once in a lifetime and the same URN can be used for all UPSC exams.
Fill the Common Application Form (CAF)
Enter your personal details, category, educational qualification, date of birth and other required information in the CAF.
Upload Photograph and Capture Live Photo
Candidates must upload their photograph and also capture a live photo while filling the Common Application Form to verify their identity.
Upload Signature
Sign three times on a plain white paper using black ink, scan it and upload the signature file in the application form.
Fill Examination Specific Form
After completing CAF, fill the Examination Specific Module for Combined Medical Services Examination 2026, including exam centre and fee details.
Upload Required Documents
Upload the required documents supporting age, category, educational qualification and other claims.
Pay the Application Fee
Pay the required application fee through the available online payment modes.
Submit the Application Form
Carefully review all the details and submit the final application form. Keep the Application Number and URN safe for future reference.

Application fee details

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹200
SC / ST	₹0 (No Fee)
Female Candidates	₹0 (No Fee)
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)	₹0 (No Fee)

Important Links

Description	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Download Official Notification (English & Hindi)	Download Now
UPSC Official Website	Visit Now

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UPSC CMS Examination 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026?
UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 is a national level examination conducted by UPSC to recruit candidates for various Medical Officer posts in central government departments.

Q2. When will the UPSC CMS Examination 2026 be conducted?
The UPSC CMS Examination 2026 is scheduled to be held on 02 August 2026 across various exam centres in India.

Q3. How can I apply for the UPSC CMS Application Form 2026?
Candidates can fill the UPSC CMS Application Form 2026 online through the official UPSC portal by completing registration, uploading documents, and paying the application fee.

Q4. What is the UPSC CMS Age Limit 2026?
For the UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026, the maximum age limit is 32 years as on 01 August 2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules.

Q5. How many vacancies are available in UPSC CMS Vacancy 2026?
A total of 1358 vacancies have been announced under the UPSC CMS Vacancy 2026 for different Medical Officer posts.

Q6. What posts are included in UPSC Medical Officer recruitment through CMS?
The UPSC Medical Officer recruitment through the CMS exam includes posts like Medical Officers in Central Health Service, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in Railways, and other government medical services.

Q7. What is the selection process for UPSC CMS 2026?
The selection process for UPSC CMS 2026 includes a written examination followed by a personality test or interview.

Q8. What subjects are included in the UPSC CMS Examination 2026?
The exam includes subjects such as General Medicine, Paediatrics, Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine.

Q9. What is the salary for UPSC CMS Medical Officer posts?
Candidates selected through UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 will receive a salary under Level-10 pay matrix with a basic pay of ₹56,100 per month, along with allowances.

Q10. Where can I check updates about UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can check the official UPSC website for the latest updates related to UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026, application form, exam date, and results.