The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026. A total of 1358 vacancies have been announced for various Medical Officer posts including Medical Officers (CHS), Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (Railways), GDMO NDMC, and GDMO Grade-II MCD. Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 March 2026 to 31 March 2026 through the official website upsc.gov.in.
Important Dates
| Start Date to Apply Online | 11 March 2026 |
|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 March 2026 (06:00 PM) |
|---|
| Written Examination Date | 02 August 2026 |
|---|
| Admit Card Released Date | 24 July 2026 |
|---|
| Answer Key Out Date | 5 August 2026 (Available) |
|---|
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 200/- |
|---|
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD | Exempted |
|---|
| Payment Mode | Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI |
|---|
Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)
| Maximum Age (General) | 32 Years |
|---|
| For Medical Officers (CHS) | 35 Years |
|---|
| Age Relaxation | OBC - 3 Years, SC/ST - 5 Years, PwBD - 10 Years |
|---|
Eligibility
- Candidates must have passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS Examination.
- Candidates appearing in final MBBS examination may also apply provisionally.
- Completion of compulsory rotating internship is required for final appointment.
Pay Scale
| Pay Matrix Level-10 | ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 |
|---|
| Additional benefit | Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) |
|---|
UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Medical Officers - General Duty (Central Health Service) | 864 |
| Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (Railways) | 450 |
| General Duty Medical Officer (NDMC) | 14 |
| General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II (MCD) | 30 |
| Total | 1358 |
How to Apply for UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website - upsconline.nic.in
- Create an account and complete the Universal Registration (URN).
- Fill the Common Application Form (CAF).
- Select the examination module and fill required details.
- Upload scanned photo, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the final application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
Before Checking Answer Key
Please verify the official website, objection window, fee rules, and question paper details before submitting any challenge.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
