UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 1358 Medical Officer Posts – Apply Online Now

UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026, for 1,358 Medical Officer vacancies across several central government departments and Railways.

Quick Answer: UPSC CMS 2026 has 1,358 Medical Officer vacancies for MBBS graduates, with Level-10 pay plus NPA. Selection is a 500-mark written exam followed by a 100-mark interview. Apply online at upsconline.nic.in by 31 March 2026.

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
• Exam Name: Combined Medical Services Examination 2026
• Total Vacancies: 1,358
• Pay Scale: Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500) + NPA
• Application Mode: Online
• Exam Date: 2 August 2026

Download Official Notification PDF
Official Website: upsconline.nic.in

UPSC CMS Recruitment Overview

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Important Dates

Post-wise Vacancy Details

The 1,358 vacancies are split into two categories:

Category-I

Category-II

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Must have passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS examination from a recognized university.
• Candidates who have appeared or are appearing for the final MBBS exam can apply provisionally, but must submit proof of passing later.
• Completion of a compulsory rotating internship is mandatory before final appointment.

Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)

Age relaxation as per Government of India rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD.

Application Fee

Payment is online only, via Net Banking, Visa/Master/RuPay Credit or Debit Card, or UPI.

Selection Process

UPSC CMS 2026 selection has two stages:

1. Written Examination (500 marks): Two objective papers, Paper I and Paper II, each carrying 250 marks. There is negative marking: 1/3rd (0.33) of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for every wrong answer.
2. Personality Test/Interview (100 marks): Candidates who qualify the written exam are called for an interview to assess their suitability for the post.

Salary

Selected candidates start at Level-10 (Rs. 56,100), along with a Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) and other government benefits.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official UPSC portal: upsconline.nic.in.
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR), if not registered already.
3. Log in with your credentials and select the “Combined Medical Services Examination 2026” link.
4. Fill in the application form with your personal and educational details.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the prescribed format.
6. Pay the application fee, if applicable, and choose your preferred exam centre.
7. Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page.

Important Instructions

• UPSC follows a “first-apply-first-allot” policy for exam centres, so apply early to get your preferred city.
• Candidates whose internship is incomplete can still appear for the exam, but final appointment depends on successfully completing the internship.
• There is negative marking of 1/3rd (0.33) marks for every wrong answer in the written exam.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are there in UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,358 vacancies, split between CHS Medical Officers, Railways, NDMC and MCD.

Q2. Is there negative marking in the UPSC CMS exam?
Yes. 1/3rd (0.33) of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for every wrong answer.

Q3. Can I apply if my internship is not yet complete?
Yes, you can appear for the exam, but your final appointment is confirmed only after you complete your compulsory internship.

Q4. What is the salary of a UPSC CMS Medical Officer?
The starting basic pay is Level-10 (Rs. 56,100), along with Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) and other government benefits.

Q5. What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 31 March 2026, at 6:00 PM.

Q6. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Maximum 32 years for General category, and 35 years for CHS Medical Officers, as on 1 August 2026, with standard relaxation for reserved categories.

Q7. What is the application fee?
Rs. 200 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates do not have to pay any fee.

Q8. What is the selection process for UPSC CMS?
A written exam of 500 marks (two papers of 250 marks each), followed by a personality test/interview of 100 marks.

Q9. When is the UPSC CMS 2026 exam?
The written exam is scheduled for 2 August 2026.

Q10. Which post has the highest number of vacancies?
Medical Officers Grade (General Duty – CHS) has the most vacancies, with 864 posts.

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