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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) | 2026
UPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1358 Vacancies
UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination 2026
Total Posts: 1358
Category: All India Govt Jobs, Graduation Jobs
Job Type: Central Government Jobs
Location: All India
⚡ Last Date to Apply: 31-03-2026 | Advt No: | Apply Mode: Online
- Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Exam Name: Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026
- Post Name: Medical Officer (Central Health Service, Railways, NDMC, MCD)
- Total Vacancies: 1,358 Posts (Tentative)
- Admit Card Release Date: 24th July 2026
- Exam Date: 2nd August 2026
- Educational Qualification: MBBS Degree or appearing in final MBBS examination
- Age Limit: Up to 32 Years (Relaxation as per Government Rules)
- Selection Process: Computer-Based Test (500 Marks) followed by Personality Test/Interview (100 Marks)
- Pay Scale: Level-10 in Pay Matrix (Starting Basic Pay ~ ₹56,100 plus allowances)
- Job Location: Across India
- Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Important Dates
Apply Start
11-03-2026
Last Date
31-03-2026
Fee Last Date
31-03-2026
Admit Card
24-07-2026
Exam Date
02-08-2026
Result
Salary & Pay Scale
56100
Starting Salary per Month
Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA), and other central government benefits.
Documents Required for Application
- Printed copy of UPSC CMS e-Admit Card 2026
- Original Valid Photo Identity Card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, PAN Card, or Driving Licence)
- Passport-size photographs (matching the uploaded image)
- Simple transparent blue/black ballpoint pen
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed all written and practical parts of the final MBBS examination.
- Candidates who are currently appearing in the final year of MBBS are also eligible to apply conditionally.
Vacancy Details – Post Wise
| Post / Service Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026 Posts | 1,358 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200 |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
| PH / PWD | Exempted |
| Female | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Age Limit
Minimum Age
Not Mentioned
Maximum Age
32 Years
Age Cutoff Date
Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India regulations.
Selection & Exam Process
Phase I: Written Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Consists of Paper I (250 Marks) and Paper II (250 Marks).
Phase II: Personality Test / Interview
- Interview of 100 Marks for candidates qualifying the written examination.
Phase III: Document Verification & Medical Examination
- Verification of educational & category certificates followed by medical fitness test.
UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination Pattern
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (Objective Type)
- Paper I: General Medicine & Paediatrics — 250 Marks (2 Hours)
- Paper II: Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine — 250 Marks (2 Hours)
- Total Written Exam Marks: 500 Marks
- Negative Marking: Penalty of 1/3rd (0.33) marks for each wrong answer.
- Interview / Personality Test: 100 Marks
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit the official UPSC portal at upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the ‘What’s New’ section on the homepage.
- Click on ‘Admit Card: Combined Medical Services Examination, 2026’.
- Read the mandatory instructions and click ‘Yes’ to proceed.
- Select your preferred login option: ‘By Registration ID (RID)’ or ‘By Roll Number’.
- Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number, Date of Birth, and the displayed Captcha code.
- Click on Submit to display your UPSC CMS Admit Card on screen.
- Download the e-Admit Card PDF and print at least two clear copies for the examination day.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the UPSC CMS Admit Card 2026 released?
A: Yes, Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has activated the e-Admit Card link for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 on its official website, upsc.gov.in.
Q: How can I download the UPSC CMS Admit Card 2026?
A: You can download your hall ticket by logging into upsc.gov.in using your Registration ID (RID) or Roll Number along with your Date of Birth.
Q: What is the exam date for UPSC CMS 2026?
A: The UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 written examination is scheduled to be held on 2nd August 2026.
Q: How can I recover my forgotten Registration ID for UPSC CMS?
A: Use the ‘Forgot RID’ feature available on the UPSC login portal and submit your name, parents’ names, and date of birth to receive your Registration ID via email and SMS.
Q: How many vacancies are announced for UPSC CMS 2026?
A: UPSC has announced a tentative total of 1,358 Medical Officer vacancies for CMSE 2026.
Q: Will UPSC send a hard copy of the admit card by post?
A: No, physical admit cards are not issued. Candidates must download and print their e-Admit Card directly from the official UPSC website.
Preparation Strategy
UPSC CMS 2026 Exam Overview and Preparation Strategy
The UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) is one of the most prestigious national-level recruitment examinations for medical graduates aiming to secure entry-level medical officer positions across central government departments, including Central Health Services, Indian Railways, NDMC, and MCD. Securing a rank in UPSC CMS requires a well-structured preparation plan covering core medical subjects studied during the MBBS course.
Detailed Syllabus Breakdown
The written examination comprises two objective-type papers of 250 marks each:
- Paper I (General Medicine & Paediatrics): Focuses heavily on internal medicine, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, nephrology, infectious diseases, gastroenterology, endocrinology, and key paediatric topics including developmental milestones, neonatology, and common childhood illnesses.
- Paper II (Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine): Encompasses general surgery, orthopaedics, urology, trauma, obstetrics management, gynaecological disorders, epidemiology, national health programmes, biostatistics, and public health care delivery systems.
Effective Exam Preparation Tips
- Focus on High-Yield Clinical Topics: Re-examine standard MBBS text books and focus on emergency protocols, diagnostic criteria, drug dosages, and standard lines of treatment.
- Solve Previous Years Question Papers: Regularly practicing UPSC CMS past papers helps familiarize candidates with the pattern of multiple-choice questions, difficulty levels, and repeating trends.
- Time Management and Speed: With 120 questions per paper to be solved in 2 hours, candidates must practice timed mock tests to build rapid clinical decision-making skills.
- Minimize Negative Marking: Since there is a 1/3rd penalty for incorrect responses, avoid wild guessing. Focus on elimination techniques for tricky options.
- Revise Public Health & National Programmes: PSM carries significant weightage in Paper II. Ensure thorough revision of recent updates in central health schemes, immunization schedules, and epidemiological concepts.
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