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Syllabus
EXAM SYLLABUS
According to the official UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) syllabus, Paper I covers General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper II includes Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. Since the UPSC CMS 2026 examination has already been conducted, candidates preparing for the upcoming examination should carefully review the detailed syllabus for each subject and plan their preparation accordingly.
UPSC COMBINED MEDICAL SERVICES EXAMINATION (CMSE)
The syllabus for UPSC CMSE Paper I and Paper II is given below:-
Name of Test | Topic | Weightage |
Paper I: General Medicine | General Medicine | 96 Q |
Cardiology | ||
Respiratory diseases | ||
Gastrointestinal | ||
Genito-urinary | ||
Neurology | ||
Haematology | ||
Endocrinology | ||
Metabolic disorders | ||
Infections/Communicable Diseases: Virus, Rickets, Bacterial, Spirochetal, Protozoan, Metazoan, Fungus. | ||
Nutrition/Growth | ||
Diseases of the skin (Dermatology) | ||
Musculoskeletal System | ||
Psychiatry | ||
General | ||
Emergency Medicine | ||
Common Poisoning | ||
Snakebite | ||
Tropical Medicine | ||
Critical Care Medicine | ||
Emphasis on medical procedures | ||
Patho physiological basis of diseases | ||
Vaccines preventable diseases and Nonvaccine preventable diseases | ||
Vitamin deficiency diseases | ||
In psychiatry include – Depression, psychosis, anxiety, bipolar diseases, and Schizophrenia | ||
Pediatrics | 24 Q | |
Common childhood emergencies | ||
Basic newborn care | ||
Normal developmental milestones | ||
Accidents and poisonings in children | ||
Recognizing children with special needs and management | ||
National programs related to child health | ||
Paper-II: Surgery | Surgery | 40 Q |
General Surgery: Wounds, Infections, Tumours, Lymphatic, Blood vessels, Cysts/sinuses, Head and neck, Breast. | ||
Alimentary tract: Oesophagus, Stomach, Intestines, Anus, Developmental, Liver, Bile, Pancreas etc. | ||
Urological Surgery | ||
Neuro Surgery | ||
Otorhinolaryngology E.N.T. | ||
Thoracic surgery | ||
Orthopaedic surgery | ||
Ophthalmology | ||
Anaesthesiology | ||
Traumatology | ||
Diagnosis and management of common surgical ailments | ||
Pre-operative and post-operative care of surgical patients | ||
Medico legal and ethical issues of surgery | ||
Wound healing | ||
Fluid and electrolyte management in surgery | ||
Shock pathophysiology and management | ||
Gynaecology & Obstetrics | 40 Q | |
Obstetrics | ||
Gynaecology | ||
Family Planning | ||
Preventive & Social Medicine | 40 Q | |
Social and Community Medicine | ||
Concept of Health, Disease and Preventive Medicine | ||
Health Administration and Plannin |
EXAM SYLLABUS
According to the official UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) syllabus, Paper I covers General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper II includes Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. Since the UPSC CMS 2026 examination has already been conducted, candidates preparing for the upcoming examination should carefully review the detailed syllabus for each subject and plan their preparation accordingly.
UPSC COMBINED MEDICAL SERVICES EXAMINATION (CMSE)
The syllabus for UPSC CMSE Paper I and Paper II is given below:-
Name of Test | Topic | Weightage |
Paper I: General Medicine | General Medicine | 96 Q |
Cardiology | ||
Respiratory diseases | ||
Gastrointestinal | ||
Genito-urinary | ||
Neurology | ||
Haematology | ||
Endocrinology | ||
Metabolic disorders | ||
Infections/Communicable Diseases: Virus, Rickets, Bacterial, Spirochetal, Protozoan, Metazoan, Fungus. | ||
Nutrition/Growth | ||
Diseases of the skin (Dermatology) | ||
Musculoskeletal System | ||
Psychiatry | ||
General | ||
Emergency Medicine | ||
Common Poisoning | ||
Snakebite | ||
Tropical Medicine | ||
Critical Care Medicine | ||
Emphasis on medical procedures | ||
Patho physiological basis of diseases | ||
Vaccines preventable diseases and Nonvaccine preventable diseases | ||
Vitamin deficiency diseases | ||
In psychiatry include – Depression, psychosis, anxiety, bipolar diseases, and Schizophrenia | ||
Pediatrics | 24 Q | |
Common childhood emergencies | ||
Basic newborn care | ||
Normal developmental milestones | ||
Accidents and poisonings in children | ||
Recognizing children with special needs and management | ||
National programs related to child health | ||
Paper-II: Surgery | Surgery | 40 Q |
General Surgery: Wounds, Infections, Tumours, Lymphatic, Blood vessels, Cysts/sinuses, Head and neck, Breast. | ||
Alimentary tract: Oesophagus, Stomach, Intestines, Anus, Developmental, Liver, Bile, Pancreas etc. | ||
Urological Surgery | ||
Neuro Surgery | ||
Otorhinolaryngology E.N.T. | ||
Thoracic surgery | ||
Orthopaedic surgery | ||
Ophthalmology | ||
Anaesthesiology | ||
Traumatology | ||
Diagnosis and management of common surgical ailments | ||
Pre-operative and post-operative care of surgical patients | ||
Medico legal and ethical issues of surgery | ||
Wound healing | ||
Fluid and electrolyte management in surgery | ||
Shock pathophysiology and management | ||
Gynaecology & Obstetrics | 40 Q | |
Obstetrics | ||
Gynaecology | ||
Family Planning | ||
Preventive & Social Medicine | 40 Q | |
Social and Community Medicine | ||
Concept of Health, Disease and Preventive Medicine | ||
Health Administration and Planning | ||
General Epidemiology | ||
Demography and Health Statistics | ||
Communicable Diseases | ||
Environmental Health | ||
Nutrition and Health | ||
Non-communicable diseases | ||
Occupational Health | ||
Genetics and Health | ||
International Health | ||
Medical Sociology and Health Education | ||
Maternal and Child Health | ||
National Programmes | ||
Management of common health problems | ||
Ability to monitor national health programs | ||
Knowledge of maternal and child wellness | ||
Ability to recognize, investigate, report, plan and manage community health problems including malnutrition and emergencies |
NOTE:- Both the Papers of the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) will be of MBBS standard.
Format
EXAM PATTERN
The Written Examination is the first stage of the UPSC CMS selection process. It is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and consists of two objective-type papers, each carrying 250 marks and having a duration of two hours. Paper I covers General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper II covers Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. Candidates who qualify in the written examination are shortlisted for the Personality Test.
PART - I
The candidates will take the written examination in two Papers, each Paper carrying a maximum of 250 marks. Each Paper will be of two hours duration.
The section-wise distribution of marks is given below:-
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Computer Based Written Test | Paper-I: | 96 Q | 250 Marks | 120 Minutes |
Paper-I: | 24 Q | |||
Paper-II: | 40 Q | 250 Marks | 120 Minutes | |
Paper-II: | 40 Q | |||
Paper-II: | 40 Q | |||
Total | 240 Q | 500 Marks | 240 Minutes |
Mode of Examination
The Examination shall be held as Computer-based Test. The questions in both Paper I & Paper II shall be objective Multiple choice Type.
Medium of Examination
The question Papers (Test Booklets) will be set in English only.
Marking Scheme
There will be penalty (Negative Marking) for wrong answers marked by a candidate in the objective type question papers:
1. There are four alternatives for the answers to every question. For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, 1/3rd of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
2. If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as a wrong answer even if one of the given answers happens to be correct and there will be the same penalty as above for that question.
3. If a question is left blank i.e. no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.
Personality Test (Part II)
1. Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be called for an Interview/ Personality Test to be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission.
2. The Interview/ Personality Test will carry 100 marks.
3. The Interview for Personality Test will be intended to serve as a supplement to the written examination for testing the General Knowledge and ability of the candidates in the fields of their academic study and also in the nature of a personality test to assess the candidate’s intellectual curiosity, critical powers of assimilation, balance of judgement and alertness of mind, ability for social cohesion, integrity of character, initiative and capability for leadership.
EXAM PATTERN
The Written Examination is the first stage of the UPSC CMS selection process. It is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and consists of two objective-type papers, each carrying 250 marks and having a duration of two hours. Paper I covers General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper II covers Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. Candidates who qualify in the written examination are shortlisted for the Personality Test.
PART - I
The candidates will take the written examination in two Papers, each Paper carrying a maximum of 250 marks. Each Paper will be of two hours duration.
The section-wise distribution of marks is given below:-
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Computer Based Written Test | Paper-I: | 96 Q | 250 Marks | 120 Minutes |
Paper-I: | 24 Q | |||
Paper-II: | 40 Q | 250 Marks | 120 Minutes | |
Paper-II: | 40 Q | |||
Paper-II: | 40 Q | |||
Total | 240 Q | 500 Marks | 240 Minutes |
Mode of Examination
The Examination shall be held as Computer-based Test. The questions in both Paper I & Paper II shall be objective Multiple choice Type.
Medium of Examination
The question Papers (Test Booklets) will be set in English only.
Marking Scheme
There will be penalty (Negative Marking) for wrong answers marked by a candidate in the objective type question papers:
1. There are four alternatives for the answers to every question. For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, 1/3rd of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
2. If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as a wrong answer even if one of the given answers happens to be correct and there will be the same penalty as above for that question.
3. If a question is left blank i.e. no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.
Personality Test (Part II)
1. Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be called for an Interview/ Personality Test to be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission.
2. The Interview/ Personality Test will carry 100 marks.
3. The Interview for Personality Test will be intended to serve as a supplement to the written examination for testing the General Knowledge and ability of the candidates in the fields of their academic study and also in the nature of a personality test to assess the candidate’s intellectual curiosity, critical powers of assimilation, balance of judgement and alertness of mind, ability for social cohesion, integrity of character, initiative and capability for leadership.
Eligibility
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for UPSC CMSE are required to fulfill certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility UPSC CMSE are decided by the conduction body itself.
The candidate’s eligibility for UPSC CMSE Examination is based on the fulfillment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
4. Physical & Medical Standards
Nationality
A candidate must be either:
1. a Citizen of India, or
2. a subject of Nepal, or
3. a subject of Bhutan, or
4. a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before the 1st of January 1962 to permanently settle in India. or
5. a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, and Ethiopia or Vietnam to permanently settle in India. Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (2), (3), (4) and (5) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.
A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary, may be admitted to the examination but the offer of appointment may be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him by the Government of India.
Age Limit & Relaxations
The upper age limit was generally 32 years as on August 1, 2026. For certain posts, the upper age limit was 35 years for candidates applying for the General Duty Medical Officer post in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).
Age Relaxation
Categories | Age Relaxation |
SC/ST | 5 Years |
OBC | 3 Years |
Defence Services Personnel disabled in operations during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof | 3 Years |
Ex-servicemen including Commissioned Officers and ECOs/SSCOs who have rendered at least five years Military Service as of 1st August and have been released | 5 Years |
Visually challenged/hearing impaired/physically challenged candidates | 10 Years |
Note :- For Junior Time Scale Posts in Central Health Services, the upper age limit must not exceed 35 (thirty-five years) on the aforesaid cut-off date.
Educational Qualification
1. For admission to the examination, a candidate should have passed the written and practical parts of the final M.B.B.S. Examination.
2. A candidate who has appeared or has yet to appear at the final M.B.B.S. the examination may also apply. Such candidates will be admitted to the examination if otherwise eligible, but the admission would be deemed to be provisional and subject to cancellation if they do not produce proof of having passed the written and practical part of the final M.B.B.S. Examination along with the detailed application which will be required to be submitted to the Commission by the candidates who qualify on the result of the Computer-based examination.
3. A candidate who has yet to complete the compulsory rotating internship is educationally eligible for admission to the examination but on selection, he/she will be appointed only after he/she has completed the compulsory rotating internship.
Physical & Medical Standards
The applying contenders must be physically and medically fit as per the physical/medical standards for the Combined Medical Services Examination.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for UPSC CMSE are required to fulfill certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility UPSC CMSE are decided by the conduction body itself.
The candidate’s eligibility for UPSC CMSE Examination is based on the fulfillment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
4. Physical & Medical Standards
Nationality
A candidate must be either:
1. a Citizen of India, or
2. a subject of Nepal, or
3. a subject of Bhutan, or
4. a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before the 1st of January 1962 to permanently settle in India. or
5. a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, and Ethiopia or Vietnam to permanently settle in India. Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (2), (3), (4) and (5) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.
A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary, may be admitted to the examination but the offer of appointment may be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him by the Government of India.
Age Limit & Relaxations
The upper age limit was generally 32 years as on August 1, 2026. For certain posts, the upper age limit was 35 years for candidates applying for the General Duty Medical Officer post in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).
Age Relaxation
Categories | Age Relaxation |
SC/ST | 5 Years |
OBC | 3 Years |
Defence Services Personnel disabled in operations during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof | 3 Years |
Ex-servicemen including Commissioned Officers and ECOs/SSCOs who have rendered at least five years Military Service as of 1st August and have been released | 5 Years |
Visually challenged/hearing impaired/physically challenged candidates | 10 Years |
Note :- For Junior Time Scale Posts in Central Health Services, the upper age limit must not exceed 35 (thirty-five years) on the aforesaid cut-off date.
Educational Qualification
1. For admission to the examination, a candidate should have passed the written and practical parts of the final M.B.B.S. Examination.
2. A candidate who has appeared or has yet to appear at the final M.B.B.S. the examination may also apply. Such candidates will be admitted to the examination if otherwise eligible, but the admission would be deemed to be provisional and subject to cancellation if they do not produce proof of having passed the written and practical part of the final M.B.B.S. Examination along with the detailed application which will be required to be submitted to the Commission by the candidates who qualify on the result of the Computer-based examination.
3. A candidate who has yet to complete the compulsory rotating internship is educationally eligible for admission to the examination but on selection, he/she will be appointed only after he/she has completed the compulsory rotating internship.
Physical & Medical Standards
The applying contenders must be physically and medically fit as per the physical/medical standards for the Combined Medical Services Examination.
Schedule
IMPORTANT DATES
UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination online application process was conducted from March 11 to March 31, 2026, up to 6:00 PM. The UPSC CMS 2026 examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The written examination result was declared on September 1, 2026, and candidates who qualified have been shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Dates |
Notification Release Date | 11 March 2026 |
Start of Application process | 11 March 2026 |
Last Date of Submitting Application Form | 31 March 2026 |
Admit Card Release Date | 24 July 2026 |
Exam Date | 02 August 2026 |
Announcement of Result | 01 September 2026 |
Interview Date | To be notified |
According to the UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, the schedule for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) is as follows:
Event | Date |
Notification Release Date | 3 March 2027 |
Online Application Start Date | 3 March 2027 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2027 |
CMS 2027 Examination Date | 18 July 2027 |
Duration of Examination | 1 Day |
IMPORTANT DATES
UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination online application process was conducted from March 11 to March 31, 2026, up to 6:00 PM. The UPSC CMS 2026 examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The written examination result was declared on September 1, 2026, and candidates who qualified have been shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Dates |
Notification Release Date | 11 March 2026 |
Start of Application process | 11 March 2026 |
Last Date of Submitting Application Form | 31 March 2026 |
Admit Card Release Date | 24 July 2026 |
Exam Date | 02 August 2026 |
Announcement of Result | 01 September 2026 |
Interview Date | To be notified |
According to the UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, the schedule for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) is as follows:
Event | Date |
Notification Release Date | 3 March 2027 |
Online Application Start Date | 3 March 2027 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2027 |
CMS 2027 Examination Date | 18 July 2027 |
Duration of Examination | 1 Day |
Analysis
EXAM ANALYSIS
The UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026 was conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts. The examination was conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and consisted of two objective-type papers carrying a total of 500 marks. Paper 1 covered General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper 2 covered Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine.
Exam Date and Shift Timings
The UPSC CMS 2026 written examination was held on August 2, 2026.
Paper 1: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Paper 2: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Total duration: 4 hours across two shifts
Total papers: 2
Paper 1 consisted of General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper 2 consisted of Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine.
UPSC CMS 2026 Exam Pattern
The written examination consisted of 240 objective-type questions divided equally between the two papers. Each paper carried 250 marks and had a duration of two hours. One-third of the marks assigned to a question was deducted for every incorrect answer.
Paper 1 – General Medicine and Paediatrics
Total Questions: 120
General Medicine: 96 questions
Paediatrics: 24 questions
Total Marks: 250
Duration: 2 hours
Paper 2 – Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics and Preventive & Social Medicine
Total Questions: 120
Surgery: 40 questions
Gynaecology & Obstetrics: 40 questions
Preventive & Social Medicine: 40 questions
Total Marks: 250
Duration: 2 hours
The Personality Test carries 100 marks, making the total marks for the final selection 600.
UPSC CMS 2026 Difficulty Level
Based on the initial analysis and candidate feedback, Paper 1 was rated moderate to difficult overall. General Medicine was considered moderate to difficult, while Paediatrics was comparatively moderate.
Paper 2 was also assessed as moderate to difficult overall. Surgery was comparatively easier, ranging from easy to moderate. Gynaecology & Obstetrics included some comparatively tricky questions and was rated moderate to difficult, while Preventive & Social Medicine was around the moderate level.
Overall, the UPSC CMS 2026 written examination can be considered moderate to difficult, with General Medicine and Gynaecology & Obstetrics requiring comparatively stronger conceptual and clinical preparation.
Expected UPSC CMS 2026 Cut-Off
The official UPSC CMS 2026 cut-off has not yet been released. UPSC generally releases the official category-wise written and final cut-offs after completion of the recruitment process. Therefore, the following figures should be treated only as estimates based on the examination difficulty, vacancy position and previous-year trends.
Based on available post-exam estimates, the expected written cut-off is approximately:
General: 285–295 marks
EWS: 250–260 marks
OBC: 275–285 marks
SC: 240–250 marks
ST: 220–230 marks
The previous year's General-category written cut-off was 290.24 marks. The actual 2026 cut-off may vary depending on candidates' overall performance, examination difficulty, vacancies and category-wise competition.
Candidates should also note that merely achieving the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee shortlisting for the Personality Test. The actual category-wise cut-off is determined by UPSC after considering the overall recruitment process.
Overall Analysis
The UPSC CMS 2026 examination followed the prescribed two-paper pattern, with both papers conducted on the same day. Paper 1 was more challenging because of the level of General Medicine questions, while Paper 2 had a relatively balanced distribution across Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. With the paper assessed as moderate to difficult overall, the expected cut-off is likely to remain close to the previous year's level, although the final cut-off will be known only after UPSC officially releases it.
EXAM ANALYSIS
The UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026 was conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts. The examination was conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and consisted of two objective-type papers carrying a total of 500 marks. Paper 1 covered General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper 2 covered Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine.
Exam Date and Shift Timings
The UPSC CMS 2026 written examination was held on August 2, 2026.
Paper 1: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Paper 2: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Total duration: 4 hours across two shifts
Total papers: 2
Paper 1 consisted of General Medicine and Paediatrics, while Paper 2 consisted of Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine.
UPSC CMS 2026 Exam Pattern
The written examination consisted of 240 objective-type questions divided equally between the two papers. Each paper carried 250 marks and had a duration of two hours. One-third of the marks assigned to a question was deducted for every incorrect answer.
Paper 1 – General Medicine and Paediatrics
Total Questions: 120
General Medicine: 96 questions
Paediatrics: 24 questions
Total Marks: 250
Duration: 2 hours
Paper 2 – Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics and Preventive & Social Medicine
Total Questions: 120
Surgery: 40 questions
Gynaecology & Obstetrics: 40 questions
Preventive & Social Medicine: 40 questions
Total Marks: 250
Duration: 2 hours
The Personality Test carries 100 marks, making the total marks for the final selection 600.
UPSC CMS 2026 Difficulty Level
Based on the initial analysis and candidate feedback, Paper 1 was rated moderate to difficult overall. General Medicine was considered moderate to difficult, while Paediatrics was comparatively moderate.
Paper 2 was also assessed as moderate to difficult overall. Surgery was comparatively easier, ranging from easy to moderate. Gynaecology & Obstetrics included some comparatively tricky questions and was rated moderate to difficult, while Preventive & Social Medicine was around the moderate level.
Overall, the UPSC CMS 2026 written examination can be considered moderate to difficult, with General Medicine and Gynaecology & Obstetrics requiring comparatively stronger conceptual and clinical preparation.
Expected UPSC CMS 2026 Cut-Off
The official UPSC CMS 2026 cut-off has not yet been released. UPSC generally releases the official category-wise written and final cut-offs after completion of the recruitment process. Therefore, the following figures should be treated only as estimates based on the examination difficulty, vacancy position and previous-year trends.
Based on available post-exam estimates, the expected written cut-off is approximately:
General: 285–295 marks
EWS: 250–260 marks
OBC: 275–285 marks
SC: 240–250 marks
ST: 220–230 marks
The previous year's General-category written cut-off was 290.24 marks. The actual 2026 cut-off may vary depending on candidates' overall performance, examination difficulty, vacancies and category-wise competition.
Candidates should also note that merely achieving the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee shortlisting for the Personality Test. The actual category-wise cut-off is determined by UPSC after considering the overall recruitment process.
Overall Analysis
The UPSC CMS 2026 examination followed the prescribed two-paper pattern, with both papers conducted on the same day. Paper 1 was more challenging because of the level of General Medicine questions, while Paper 2 had a relatively balanced distribution across Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. With the paper assessed as moderate to difficult overall, the expected cut-off is likely to remain close to the previous year's level, although the final cut-off will be known only after UPSC officially releases it.
Study Tips
STUDY TIPS
While preparing for the UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination, aspirants should keep in mind important factors such as a well-structured study plan and a strategic approach, which are essential to crack the exam on the first attempt. Candidates are encouraged to follow expert-recommended preparation strategies to effectively organize and enhance their preparation.
1. Candidates must selectively point out the important topics from the enormous ocean of topics linked to the CMSE entrance examination while studying for the exam.
2. The most crucial aspect of your preparation is taking notes. While preparing for CMSE , you should take notes in your language. This will assist you in remembering the material in greater detail and for a longer amount of time. Self-made notes, on the other hand, will come in helpful during the last stages of exam revision
3. Learning alone will not help you remember the stuff you have studied for UPSC CMSE. Topics should be revised on a regular basis to ensure that information is retained. Schedule your study so that you can complete at least two rounds of revision.
4. Candidates must complete as many CMSE sample test papers as possible prior to the exam date. The most significant benefit of taking online mock tests is that it familiarises participants with the exam format, which reduces anxiety. Candidates can also maintain track of their time management skills by taking online CMSE practise examinations.
5. Candidates will receive the right kind of coaching during their preparation stages if they use appropriate study resources or books. Rather of focusing on quantity, candidates should keep in mind that quality is more important. In comparison to a list of books that may contain irrelevant material, one decent book will enough.
6. It is advisable to attempt mini mock tests on a daily basis for every topic studied so to be thorough with the topic.
STUDY PLAN
6 Month Study Plan
This 6-month plan is designed to help you complete the syllabus thoroughly, revise effectively, and practice enough MCQs before the exam.
Month 1: Core Foundation – Paper I
Focus on General Medicine (Part 1): Cardiology, Respiratory System, Gastrointestinal, Renal, and Endocrinology
Study concepts from standard medical textbooks and notes
Start daily MCQ practice (30–40 questions)
Revise topics weekly to build strong basics
Month 2: Paper I Completion
Cover General Medicine (Part 2): Neurology, Psychiatry, Hematology, Infectious Diseases
Complete Paediatrics: Growth & Development, Neonatology, Nutrition, Pediatric Diseases
Increase MCQ practice to 50–60 questions/day
Take 1–2 sectional tests by the end of the month
Month 3: Paper II – Surgery
Study General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Traumatology, ENT, Ophthalmology
Focus on clinical scenarios and image-based questions
Revise short notes and frequently asked topics
Attempt section-wise mock tests regularly
Month 4: Paper II – OBG & PSM
Cover Gynaecology & Obstetrics: Antenatal care, Labor, Gynecological disorders
Complete Preventive & Social Medicine (PSM): Epidemiology, Biostatistics, National Health Programs
Practice PSM numericals and theory-based MCQs
Revise previously studied subjects once a week
Month 5: Full Revision + Mock Tests
Revise Paper I & Paper II systematically
Focus on high-yield topics and weak areas
Attempt full-length mock tests (2–3 per week)
Analyze mistakes and update short revision notes
Month 6: Final Revision & Exam Readiness
Quick revision using short notes and formulas
Practice previous year question papers
Attempt 1 mock test every 2–3 days
Improve time management and accuracy
Keep the last week light for revision and mental readiness
Preparation Tips
Study 6–8 hours daily with consistency
Revise regularly to retain concepts
Focus more on MCQ-based learning
Maintain a healthy routine and avoid burnout
3 Month Study Plan
This 3-month study plan is ideal for candidates who already have basic medical knowledge and want a targeted, revision-oriented preparation for UPSC CMS.
Month 1: Paper I – General Medicine & Paediatrics
Revise General Medicine: Cardiology, Respiratory, GIT, Renal, Endocrinology, Neurology, Hematology, Infectious Diseases
Cover Paediatrics: Growth & Development, Neonatology, Nutrition, Immunization, Pediatric Disorders
Practice 50–60 MCQs daily
Take weekly sectional tests
Prepare short notes for high-yield topics
Month 2: Paper II – Surgery, OBG & PSM
Surgery: General Surgery, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Trauma
Gynaecology & Obstetrics: Antenatal care, Labour, Puerperium, Gynecological disorders
Preventive & Social Medicine (PSM): Epidemiology, Biostatistics, National Health Programs
Solve 60–80 MCQs daily
Attempt section-wise mock tests
Month 3: Full Revision & Mock Tests
Revise both Paper I & Paper II thoroughly
Focus on weak and frequently asked topics
Attempt full-length mock tests (2–3 per week)
Analyze errors and improve accuracy
Practice previous year question papers
Last 10 Days Strategy
Quick revision using short notes
Revise formulas, classifications, and national programs
Attempt 1 mock test every alternate day
Focus on time management and accuracy
1-Month Study Plan
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STUDY TIPS
While preparing for the UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination, aspirants should keep in mind important factors such as a well-structured study plan and a strategic approach, which are essential to crack the exam on the first attempt. Candidates are encouraged to follow expert-recommended preparation strategies to effectively organize and enhance their preparation.
1. Candidates must selectively point out the important topics from the enormous ocean of topics linked to the CMSE entrance examination while studying for the exam.
2. The most crucial aspect of your preparation is taking notes. While preparing for CMSE , you should take notes in your language. This will assist you in remembering the material in greater detail and for a longer amount of time. Self-made notes, on the other hand, will come in helpful during the last stages of exam revision
3. Learning alone will not help you remember the stuff you have studied for UPSC CMSE. Topics should be revised on a regular basis to ensure that information is retained. Schedule your study so that you can complete at least two rounds of revision.
4. Candidates must complete as many CMSE sample test papers as possible prior to the exam date. The most significant benefit of taking online mock tests is that it familiarises participants with the exam format, which reduces anxiety. Candidates can also maintain track of their time management skills by taking online CMSE practise examinations.
5. Candidates will receive the right kind of coaching during their preparation stages if they use appropriate study resources or books. Rather of focusing on quantity, candidates should keep in mind that quality is more important. In comparison to a list of books that may contain irrelevant material, one decent book will enough.
6. It is advisable to attempt mini mock tests on a daily basis for every topic studied so to be thorough with the topic.
STUDY PLAN
6 Month Study Plan
This 6-month plan is designed to help you complete the syllabus thoroughly, revise effectively, and practice enough MCQs before the exam.
Month 1: Core Foundation – Paper I
Focus on General Medicine (Part 1): Cardiology, Respiratory System, Gastrointestinal, Renal, and Endocrinology
Study concepts from standard medical textbooks and notes
Start daily MCQ practice (30–40 questions)
Revise topics weekly to build strong basics
Month 2: Paper I Completion
Cover General Medicine (Part 2): Neurology, Psychiatry, Hematology, Infectious Diseases
Complete Paediatrics: Growth & Development, Neonatology, Nutrition, Pediatric Diseases
Increase MCQ practice to 50–60 questions/day
Take 1–2 sectional tests by the end of the month
Month 3: Paper II – Surgery
Study General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Traumatology, ENT, Ophthalmology
Focus on clinical scenarios and image-based questions
Revise short notes and frequently asked topics
Attempt section-wise mock tests regularly
Month 4: Paper II – OBG & PSM
Cover Gynaecology & Obstetrics: Antenatal care, Labor, Gynecological disorders
Complete Preventive & Social Medicine (PSM): Epidemiology, Biostatistics, National Health Programs
Practice PSM numericals and theory-based MCQs
Revise previously studied subjects once a week
Month 5: Full Revision + Mock Tests
Revise Paper I & Paper II systematically
Focus on high-yield topics and weak areas
Attempt full-length mock tests (2–3 per week)
Analyze mistakes and update short revision notes
Month 6: Final Revision & Exam Readiness
Quick revision using short notes and formulas
Practice previous year question papers
Attempt 1 mock test every 2–3 days
Improve time management and accuracy
Keep the last week light for revision and mental readiness
Preparation Tips
Study 6–8 hours daily with consistency
Revise regularly to retain concepts
Focus more on MCQ-based learning
Maintain a healthy routine and avoid burnout
3 Month Study Plan
This 3-month study plan is ideal for candidates who already have basic medical knowledge and want a targeted, revision-oriented preparation for UPSC CMS.
Month 1: Paper I – General Medicine & Paediatrics
Revise General Medicine: Cardiology, Respiratory, GIT, Renal, Endocrinology, Neurology, Hematology, Infectious Diseases
Cover Paediatrics: Growth & Development, Neonatology, Nutrition, Immunization, Pediatric Disorders
Practice 50–60 MCQs daily
Take weekly sectional tests
Prepare short notes for high-yield topics
Month 2: Paper II – Surgery, OBG & PSM
Surgery: General Surgery, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Trauma
Gynaecology & Obstetrics: Antenatal care, Labour, Puerperium, Gynecological disorders
Preventive & Social Medicine (PSM): Epidemiology, Biostatistics, National Health Programs
Solve 60–80 MCQs daily
Attempt section-wise mock tests
Month 3: Full Revision & Mock Tests
Revise both Paper I & Paper II thoroughly
Focus on weak and frequently asked topics
Attempt full-length mock tests (2–3 per week)
Analyze errors and improve accuracy
Practice previous year question papers
Last 10 Days Strategy
Quick revision using short notes
Revise formulas, classifications, and national programs
Attempt 1 mock test every alternate day
Focus on time management and accuracy
1-Month Study Plan
The last month of UPSC CMS preparation should focus mainly on complete syllabus revision, previous year question papers, high-yield topics, mock tests, and improving time management. Candidates should avoid starting too many new topics and instead strengthen the subjects they have already studied.
Days 1–7: General Medicine and Pediatrics
During the first week, revise the major topics of General Medicine and Pediatrics. In General Medicine, focus on Cardiovascular System, Respiratory System, Gastrointestinal System, Neurology, Endocrinology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, and Emergency Medicine. In Pediatrics, revise Neonatology, Growth and Development, Nutrition, Common Childhood Diseases, Immunization, and Pediatric Emergencies. Solve previous years’ questions daily and maintain a list of frequently repeated or incorrectly answered questions.
Days 8–14: Surgery and Related Subjects
During the second week, focus on Surgery and related subjects. Revise important areas such as Trauma, Wounds, Burns, Shock, Abdominal Surgery, Breast Diseases, Thyroid Disorders, Urology, Orthopedics, and Surgical Emergencies. Give special attention to commonly asked clinical conditions, diagnosis, investigations, treatment, and emergency management. Solve topic-wise PYQs after completing each major topic.
Days 15–21: Gynecology & Obstetrics and Preventive & Social Medicine
The third week should be devoted to Gynecology & Obstetrics and Preventive & Social Medicine (PSM). In Obstetrics, revise Antenatal Care, Normal and Abnormal Labour, Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy, Obstetric Emergencies, Postpartum Complications, and High-Risk Pregnancy. In Gynecology, focus on Menstrual Disorders, Infertility, Contraception, Gynecological Infections, and common Gynecological Diseases. For PSM, revise Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Communicable Diseases, National Health Programmes, Maternal and Child Health, Nutrition, Immunization, and Environmental Health.
Days 22–26: Full Revision and PYQs
Use these five days for rapid revision of the complete syllabus. Revise important facts, clinical guidelines, formulas, classifications, drug-related points, and frequently repeated concepts. Solve previous years’ CMS question papers under exam-like conditions. Analyse every incorrect answer and revise the related topic immediately.
Days 27–29: Mock Tests and Error Analysis
Attempt full-length mock tests on these days. Follow the actual examination time limit while taking each test. After every mock test, analyse incorrect and doubtful questions, identify weak areas, and revise them. Do not focus only on the score; use mock tests to improve accuracy, speed, question selection, and time management.
Day 30: Final Revision
Keep the last day for light and focused revision. Revise your short notes, important clinical facts, formulas, frequently confused concepts, previous mistakes, and high-yield topics. Avoid starting any major new topic. Get adequate sleep and keep all examination-related documents and essentials ready.
Daily Study Routine
Candidates can divide their daily preparation into four major sessions:
3–4 hours: Revision of the main subject
2–3 hours: Second subject or weaker topic
1–2 hours: Previous year questions and MCQ practice
1 hour: Revision of mistakes and short notes
General info
OVERVIEW
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) to recruit medical graduates for various positions in Central Government Organizations and Services. The Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) is conducted in accordance with the norms prescribed in the Gazette of India by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The selection of candidates is based on their performance in the written examination and Personality Test.
Post and Organisation | Responsibilities |
Assistant Divisional Medical | Has to serve for 4 or more years in any Defence services or services connected to the Defence of India. Has to attend indoor wards and outpatient departments regularly. Has to perform the physical examinations of candidates as well as employees already in service. Has to undertake measures for family planning and sanitation in the jurisdiction. Has to be responsible for the duties of the Hospital Health Unit Staff. Has to report to the CMS/Addl.CMS/MS in charge. |
Assistant Medical Officer in the | Has to attend indoor wards, outpatient departments and emergencies regularly. Has to perform the physical examinations of candidates as well as employees already in service. Has to cater to the occupational health service. Has to organise and supervise all the work related to medical aids, housekeeping as well as security. Has to maintain the medical equipment and other instruments. Has to ensure proper waste disposal, mainly of biomedical waste. Has to report to the Medical Officer-In-Charge. |
General Duty Medical Officer in the | Has to review all medical records and test results for proper diagnosis of any patient’s disease. Has the power to request further information on patients by ordering additional medical tests to be conducted or by contacting the previous healthcare professional involved with the patient. Has to conduct research and stay updated regarding new advancements in medical science. Has to plan and execute medical aid. Has to create revised programs by reviewing existing medical services and programs. Has to maintain all the documents carefully for posterity. |
Junior Scale Post in the Central Health Service | Are generally hired temporarily, but might become permanent. Has to attend indoor wards, outpatient departments and emergencies regularly. Has to conduct medical tests and look after the administration. |
Highlights 2026
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) |
Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Admission Purpose | To recruit Medical Officer in UPSC |
Exam Level | National |
Exam Date | August 02, 2026 |
Official Website |
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process for the UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026 is conducted in two main stages, as explained below:
Stage 1: Written Examination
The Written Examination is the first and most crucial stage of the selection process. It is conducted in online (Computer-Based Test) mode and consists of objective-type questions.
Paper I
Subjects: General Medicine and Paediatrics
Mode: Objective (MCQs)
Candidates must qualify Paper I to be eligible for Paper II.
Those who fail to clear Paper I are not allowed to appear for Paper II.
Paper II
Subjects: Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine
Mode: Objective (MCQs)
Only candidates who qualify Paper I can attempt Paper II.
Candidates who successfully clear both Paper I and Paper II are shortlisted for the next stage.
Stage 2: Interview-cum-Personality Test
Candidates shortlisted from the written examination are called for the Personality Test conducted by UPSC.
The interview assesses:
General knowledge
Academic understanding
Clinical acumen
Communication skills
Overall personality and suitability for medical services
The Personality Test carries separate weightage, which is added to the written exam marks.
Final Merit List
The final merit list is prepared based on the combined m
...OVERVIEW
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) to recruit medical graduates for various positions in Central Government Organizations and Services. The Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) is conducted in accordance with the norms prescribed in the Gazette of India by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The selection of candidates is based on their performance in the written examination and Personality Test.
Post and Organisation | Responsibilities |
Assistant Divisional Medical | Has to serve for 4 or more years in any Defence services or services connected to the Defence of India. Has to attend indoor wards and outpatient departments regularly. Has to perform the physical examinations of candidates as well as employees already in service. Has to undertake measures for family planning and sanitation in the jurisdiction. Has to be responsible for the duties of the Hospital Health Unit Staff. Has to report to the CMS/Addl.CMS/MS in charge. |
Assistant Medical Officer in the | Has to attend indoor wards, outpatient departments and emergencies regularly. Has to perform the physical examinations of candidates as well as employees already in service. Has to cater to the occupational health service. Has to organise and supervise all the work related to medical aids, housekeeping as well as security. Has to maintain the medical equipment and other instruments. Has to ensure proper waste disposal, mainly of biomedical waste. Has to report to the Medical Officer-In-Charge. |
General Duty Medical Officer in the | Has to review all medical records and test results for proper diagnosis of any patient’s disease. Has the power to request further information on patients by ordering additional medical tests to be conducted or by contacting the previous healthcare professional involved with the patient. Has to conduct research and stay updated regarding new advancements in medical science. Has to plan and execute medical aid. Has to create revised programs by reviewing existing medical services and programs. Has to maintain all the documents carefully for posterity. |
Junior Scale Post in the Central Health Service | Are generally hired temporarily, but might become permanent. Has to attend indoor wards, outpatient departments and emergencies regularly. Has to conduct medical tests and look after the administration. |
Highlights 2026
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) |
Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Admission Purpose | To recruit Medical Officer in UPSC |
Exam Level | National |
Exam Date | August 02, 2026 |
Official Website |
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process for the UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026 is conducted in two main stages, as explained below:
Stage 1: Written Examination
The Written Examination is the first and most crucial stage of the selection process. It is conducted in online (Computer-Based Test) mode and consists of objective-type questions.
Paper I
Subjects: General Medicine and Paediatrics
Mode: Objective (MCQs)
Candidates must qualify Paper I to be eligible for Paper II.
Those who fail to clear Paper I are not allowed to appear for Paper II.
Paper II
Subjects: Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine
Mode: Objective (MCQs)
Only candidates who qualify Paper I can attempt Paper II.
Candidates who successfully clear both Paper I and Paper II are shortlisted for the next stage.
Stage 2: Interview-cum-Personality Test
Candidates shortlisted from the written examination are called for the Personality Test conducted by UPSC.
The interview assesses:
General knowledge
Academic understanding
Clinical acumen
Communication skills
Overall personality and suitability for medical services
The Personality Test carries separate weightage, which is added to the written exam marks.
Final Merit List
The final merit list is prepared based on the combined marks of the Written Examination and the Personality Test.
Candidates are recommended for appointment according to their rank, preferences, and availability of vacancies.
2026 exam
LATEST UPDATE
As per the latest update the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2027 notification is scheduled to be released on 3 March 2027, and the online application process will also begin on 3 March 2027. Candidates will be able to submit their applications online until 23 March 2027. As per the UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, the CMS 2027 examination is scheduled to be conducted on 18 July 2027. The detailed notification will provide the final information regarding eligibility, vacancies, application fee, examination scheme and other important instructions.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026 Notification on March 11, 2026, as per the UPSC examination calendar. The online application process was conducted from March 11 to March 31, 2026. The UPSC CMS 2026 e-Admit Card was released on July 24, 2026 on the official UPSC website. Candidates could download their admit cards online using the required login credentials.
The UPSC CMS 2026 written examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The UPSC CMS 2026 Written Result was declared on September 1, 2026. UPSC released both the roll-number-wise and name-wise result PDFs on the same date.
The result is for the written examination held on August 2, 2026. Candidates who qualified in the written examination have been shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview.
IMPORTANT DATES
UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination online application process was conducted from March 11 to March 31, 2026, up to 6:00 PM. The UPSC CMS 2026 examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The written examination result was declared on September 1, 2026, and candidates who qualified have been shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Dates |
Notification Release Date | 11 March 2026 |
Start of Application process | 11 March 2026 |
Last Date of Submitting Application Form | 31 March 2026 |
Admit Card Release Date | 24 July 2026 |
Exam Date | 02 August 2026 |
Announcement of Result | 01 September 2026 |
Interview Date | To be notified |
According to the UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, the schedule for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) is as follows:
Event | Date |
Notification Release Date | 3 March 2027 |
Online Application Start Date | 3 March 2027 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2027 |
CMS 2027 Examination Date | 18 July 2027 |
Duration of Examination | 1 Day |
VACANCY DETAILS
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026 for a total of 1,358 tentative vacancies. These vacancies are divided into Category-I and Category-II posts under different government organisations.
Category-I
Medical Officers Grade in the General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre of the Central Health Service (CHS)
Number of vacancies: 864
Organisation: Central Health Service
Post: Medical Officers Grade in the General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre
Category-II
Category-II includes the following posts:
1. Assistant Divisional Medical Officers (ADMO) in the Railways<
...LATEST UPDATE
As per the latest update the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2027 notification is scheduled to be released on 3 March 2027, and the online application process will also begin on 3 March 2027. Candidates will be able to submit their applications online until 23 March 2027. As per the UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, the CMS 2027 examination is scheduled to be conducted on 18 July 2027. The detailed notification will provide the final information regarding eligibility, vacancies, application fee, examination scheme and other important instructions.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026 Notification on March 11, 2026, as per the UPSC examination calendar. The online application process was conducted from March 11 to March 31, 2026. The UPSC CMS 2026 e-Admit Card was released on July 24, 2026 on the official UPSC website. Candidates could download their admit cards online using the required login credentials.
The UPSC CMS 2026 written examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The UPSC CMS 2026 Written Result was declared on September 1, 2026. UPSC released both the roll-number-wise and name-wise result PDFs on the same date.
The result is for the written examination held on August 2, 2026. Candidates who qualified in the written examination have been shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview.
IMPORTANT DATES
UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination online application process was conducted from March 11 to March 31, 2026, up to 6:00 PM. The UPSC CMS 2026 examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The written examination result was declared on September 1, 2026, and candidates who qualified have been shortlisted for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Dates |
Notification Release Date | 11 March 2026 |
Start of Application process | 11 March 2026 |
Last Date of Submitting Application Form | 31 March 2026 |
Admit Card Release Date | 24 July 2026 |
Exam Date | 02 August 2026 |
Announcement of Result | 01 September 2026 |
Interview Date | To be notified |
According to the UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, the schedule for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) is as follows:
Event | Date |
Notification Release Date | 3 March 2027 |
Online Application Start Date | 3 March 2027 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2027 |
CMS 2027 Examination Date | 18 July 2027 |
Duration of Examination | 1 Day |
VACANCY DETAILS
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026 for a total of 1,358 tentative vacancies. These vacancies are divided into Category-I and Category-II posts under different government organisations.
Category-I
Medical Officers Grade in the General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre of the Central Health Service (CHS)
Number of vacancies: 864
Organisation: Central Health Service
Post: Medical Officers Grade in the General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre
Category-II
Category-II includes the following posts:
1. Assistant Divisional Medical Officers (ADMO) in the Railways
Number of vacancies: 450
Organisation: Ministry of Railways
Post: Assistant Divisional Medical Officers
2. General Duty Medical Officers in the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
Number of vacancies: 14
Organisation: New Delhi Municipal Council
Post: General Duty Medical Officers
3. General Duty Medical Officers in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)
Number of vacancies: 30
Organisation: Municipal Corporation of Delhi
Post: General Duty Medical Officers
Total Vacancy
Category-I: 864 vacancies
Category-II: 494 vacancies
Railways: 450
NDMC: 14
MCD: 30
Total: 1,358 vacancies
The vacancies are tentative and may be revised by the Government. Candidates should also note that reservation and other applicable provisions are governed by the rules specified in the official CMS 2026 notification.
SALARY STRUCTURE
The UPSC CMS 2026 salary structure is considered highly competitive and attractive for medical professionals in India. The pay scale ranges from 56,100 to 1,77,100 per month, along with several allowances, benefits, and strong career advancement opportunities. Owing to this lucrative compensation, a large number of medical candidates are drawn to apply for the UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026. The post-wise salary details along with the pay matrix for UPSC CMS 2026 are provided in the table below.
Post Name and Organization | Salary |
Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in the Railways | INR 56100-177500/- Per Month |
Post of Assistant Medical Officer in the Indian Ordnance factories’ Health Service Under The Ministry of Defence | INR 56100-177500/- Per Month plus NPA |
General Duty Medical Officer in the New Delhi Municipal Council | INR 56,100 to INR 1,77,500/- per month plus restricted NPA |
GDMO (General Duty Medical Officer) Gr.II in East, North, and South Delhi Municipal Corporation | INR 56,100/- per month |
HOW TO APPLY
The UPSC CMS Application Form 2026 can be filled out online through the official website of the Union Public Service Commission. The complete application process is explained below:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Access the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal through the Official Website.
Step 2: Choose the Examination
From the list of available examinations, select Combined Medical Services Examination and click on the Apply Now option.
Step 3: Read the Instructions Carefully
Carefully review all the instructions related to filling out the online application form and then click on the Next button.
Step 4: Registration
You will be redirected to the registration page. Click on New Registration and complete the registration process by entering the required personal and educational details.
Step 5: Fill the Application Form
Log in using your credentials and fill out the UPSC CMS Application Form. Enter all necessary personal, educational, and professional details. Ensure that both Part I and Part II of the application form are completed correctly.
Step 6: Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and photo ID proof in the prescribed format.
Step 7: Pay the Application Fee
Pay the applicable application fee according to your category using the available payment modes.
Category | Application Fee |
UR/OBC Candidates | Rs. 200/- |
Female/SC/ST/PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
Step 8: Final Submission
Submit the UPSC CMS online application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
EXAM CENTERS
For the UPSC CMS 2026 Examination, the Union Public Service Commission provided multiple examination centres across India. Candidates were required to select their preferred examination centre while submitting the application form. The Commission also stated that there would be a ceiling on the number of candidates allotted to each centre, except Chennai, so allotment was subject to availability.
UPSC CMS 2026 Exam Centres
The examination centres included:
Ahmedabad
Aizawl
Bengaluru
Bhopal
Chandigarh
Chennai
Cuttack
Dehradun
Delhi
Dharwad
Dispur
Gangtok
Ghaziabad
Gurugram
Hyderabad
Imphal
Itanagar
Jaipur
Jammu
Jorhat
Kochi
Kohima
Kolkata
Lucknow
Mumbai
Nagpur
Panaji (Goa)
Patna
Port Blair
Prayagraj
Raipur
Ranchi
Sambalpur
Shillong
Shimla
Srinagar
Thiruvananthapuram
Tirupati
Udaipur
Visakhapatnam
The UPSC CMS 2026 examination was conducted on August 2, 2026, and the exact centre allotted to each candidate was mentioned on the e-Admit Card.
ADMIT CARD
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026 e-Admit Card on July 24, 2026, on its official website. The examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in two shifts. Candidates who were eligible to appear in the written examination were required to download their e-Admit Card and carry it to the examination centre.
The e-Admit Card contained important details such as the candidate's name, roll number, registration number, examination date, shift, reporting time, examination centre, centre address and important instructions. Candidates were advised to carefully check all the details mentioned on the admit card and follow the instructions given by UPSC.
How to Download UPSC CMS 2026 Admit Card
1. Candidates could download the UPSC CMS 2026 e-Admit Card by following these steps:
2. Visit the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.
3. Go to the Admit Cards section.
4. Select the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 e-Admit Card link.
5. Enter the required login details, such as the Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth, as applicable.
6. Submit the details to access the e-Admit Card.
7. Download the admit card and check all the details carefully.
Take a clear printout of the e-Admit Card for the examination.
EXAM RESULT???????
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) declared the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026 written result on September 1, 2026. The written examination was conducted on August 2, 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The result has been released in PDF format, containing the roll numbers of candidates who qualified for the Personality Test/Interview. UPSC has also released a separate name-wise result.
A total of 2,923 candidates have qualified in the written examination for the next stage. Their candidature remains provisional, subject to fulfilment of the prescribed eligibility conditions and verification of documents. The Personality Test/Interview schedule has not yet been announced by UPSC as of September 14, 2026.
How to Check UPSC CMS 2026 Result
Candidates can check their UPSC CMS 2026 written result by following these steps:
1. Visit the official UPSC website.
2. Go to the Examinations section and open the Combined Medical Services Examination, 2026 page.
3. Click on the Written Result link.
4. Download the result PDF containing the roll numbers of qualified candidates.
5. Open the PDF and use Ctrl + F to search for your roll number.
6. Candidates can also open the Written Result (with name) PDF to check their name and roll number.
7. Download and save the result PDF for future reference.
What After UPSC CMS 2026 Written Result
Candidates who have qualified in the written examination are eligible to proceed to the Personality Test/Interview stage, subject to the prescribed conditions. UPSC has instructed the qualified candidates to log in to the UPSC Online Portal within 15 days of the declaration of the written result, update their educational qualification details and upload the required documents. Candidates must also complete the final submission process to generate their e-Summon Letter.
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| Posted On: 19 Feb, 2025 | |
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| Posted On: 23 Nov, 2024 | |
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UPSC Combined Medical Services Exam 2024 Final Result Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Medical Services Exam Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer & General Duty Medical Officer 2024 Final Result...
| Posted On: 15 Nov, 2024 | |
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UPSC Combined Medical Services Exam 2024 Name Wise Result Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Medical Services Exam Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer & General Duty Medical Officer 2024 Name Wise Result...
| Posted On: 09 Aug, 2024 | |
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UPSC Combined Medical Services Exam 2024 Result Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Medical Services Exam Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer & General Duty Medical Officer 2024 Result...
| Posted On: 31 Jul, 2024 | |
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UPSC Combined Medical Services Exam 2023 Not Qualified Candidate Marks Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Medical Services Exam (CMSE) 2023 Not Qualified Candidate Marks...
| Posted On: 05 Jul, 2024 | |
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UPSC Combined Medical Services Exam 2024 Admit Card Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Medical Services Exam Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer & General Duty Medical Officer 2024 Admit Card...
| Posted On: 05 Jul, 2024 | |
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UPSC Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer & General Duty Medical Officer 2024 Exam Schedule Announced
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer & General Duty Medical Officer 2024 Exam Schedule...
| Posted On: 22 May, 2024 | |
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UPSC Exam Calendar 2025 Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has given a tentative calendar of various exams Reserved for UPSC RTs/ Exam, Engg Service (Prelims) Exam...
| Posted On: 26 Apr, 2024 | |
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UPSC ADMO & GDMO 2022 Not Qualified Candidate Marks Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (ADMO) & General Duties Medical Officer (GDMO) 2022 Not Qualified Candidate Marks...
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