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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued the official notification for the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026. Eligible candidates can now submit their applications online through the official UPSC portal.
The online registration process started on March 11, 2026, and the application window will remain open until March 31, 2026. As per the UPSC examination schedule, the UPSC CMS 2026 exam is set to be conducted on August 2, 2026.
The Combined Medical Services Examination is held annually to recruit qualified medical graduates for various medical posts in central government departments and public health services.
UPSC CMS 2026: Key dates
The application portal for the UPSC CMS 2026 session is currently active. Important dates related to the examination are listed below:
Notification release: March 11, 2026
Application start date: March 11, 2026
Last date to apply: March 31, 2026
Examination date: August 2, 2026
This national-level examination provides an opportunity for medical graduates to secure government positions as medical officers in different central services.
Eligibility criteria for UPSC CMS 2026
Candidates applying for the exam must have successfully completed both the written and practical components of the final MBBS examination. Those currently studying in the final year of MBBS are also eligible to apply.
However, candidates who are still in the final year must submit proof of passing the final MBBS examination before the final stage of the recruitment process.
The selection procedure consists of two stages:
A computer-based written examination
A personality test (interview)
Candidates who qualify in the written test will be shortlisted for the interview round conducted by UPSC.
Positions available through UPSC CMS 2026
Through this recruitment examination, candidates can be appointed to several medical posts in central government departments, including:
Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in the Railways
General Duty Medical Officer in the Central Health Service
Medical Officer roles in municipal and government healthcare departments
These positions offer MBBS graduates an opportunity to build a stable career in government healthcare services and public administration.
Steps to apply for UPSC CMS 2026
Candidates can complete their application by following these steps:
First visit the UPSC official website.
Click on the CMS 2026 application link
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already done
Fill in the required personal and academic details in the application form
Upload the necessary documents and pay the application fee
Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference
Direct Link To Apply For UPSC CMS 2026
Direct Link To Official Notification
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification and ensure they complete the registration process before the March 31, 2026 deadline.
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