🏛️ Central Govt📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination 2026

Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advt No: F.No.06/2026-CMS

Quick Summary: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online applications for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026. This recruitment aims to fill 850 vacancies for Medical Officers in various departments and organizations under the Government of India. This is a prestigious opportunity for eligible medical graduates to join the Central Government services.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	15/03/2026
Apply Last Date	05/04/2026
Exam Date	20/07/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹200
SC / ST	Free
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

Candidates must possess a recognised MBBS degree (passed the final professional M.B.B.S. examination) and have completed a compulsory rotating internship.

Age Limits: 21 to 32 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Written Examination (Paper I & Paper II)

2Personality Test/Interview

3Document Verification

4Medical Examination

📎 Required Documents

MBBS Degree Certificate
Internship Completion Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Age Proof (Matriculation Certificate)
Photo Identity Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Voter ID)
Scanned Photograph and Signature

✍️ How to Apply Online

Interested candidates must apply online through the UPSC website https://upsconline.nic.in. Fill in all details carefully, upload required documents (scanned photograph and signature), and pay the application fee online. Ensure to take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age limit for the UPSC CMS Examination?

The age limit for general category candidates is 21 to 32 years as on August 1, 2026. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per government rules.

Is an internship mandatory for this examination?

Yes, candidates must have completed a compulsory rotating internship for eligibility. However, candidates who have not yet completed the internship but will complete it by the prescribed date (e.g., July 1, 2026) may also apply provisionally.

What is the structure of the written examination?

The written examination consists of two papers, Paper-I and Paper-II, each for 250 marks. The syllabus covers General Medicine, Paediatrics, Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. Both papers are objective type and will be conducted on the same day.