UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Exam Date 2026 Announced: Check Schedule & Details
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) — Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | 11 Mar 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Exam Date | 02 Aug 2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Combined Medical Services (CMS) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1358 |
| Qualification | MBBS |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (Two Papers) and Personality Test |
📝 Detailed Notification Information
UPSC CMS Exam Date 2026: Official Schedule Released
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the examination date for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 recruitment. Candidates who have successfully applied for the 1,358 vacancies are advised to note the schedule and align their final revision strategies accordingly.
UPSC CMS 2026 Examination Highlights
As per the official notification, the written examination will be conducted on August 2, 2026. This recruitment drive is vital for filling medical officer positions across various government departments.
| Information Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Combined Medical Services (CMS) |
| Total Vacancies | 1358 Posts |
| Exam Date | August 2, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Detailed Exam Schedule & Timing
The UPSC CMS exam is divided into two distinct papers conducted on the same day. Candidates must appear for both papers to be eligible for the next stage of selection.
- Paper I: 09:30 AM to 11:30 AM (General Medicine and Paediatrics)
- Paper II: 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM (Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine)
UPSC CMS Exam Pattern 2026
Understanding the structure of the exam is essential for scoring well. The exam consists of two papers, each with a duration of 2 hours.
- Total Marks: 600 Marks (300 per paper).
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Negative Marking: Penalty for incorrect answers as per UPSC norms.
- Subjects Covered: Medical sciences including Surgery, Medicine, Paediatrics, and Gynaecology.
How to Download UPSC CMS Exam Notification
Candidates can follow these steps to download the official exam schedule:
- Visit the official UPSC portal at upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the "What's New" section on the homepage.
- Search for "Combined Medical Services Examination, 2026 - Time Table".
- Click on the link to open the PDF.
- Save and print the notification for future reference.
UPSC CMS Admit Card 2026
The UPSC typically releases the e-Admit Card 3 weeks prior to the examination. For the exam scheduled on August 2nd, candidates can expect the admit cards to be available for download in the second or third week of July 2026. No physical admit cards will be sent by post; candidates must download them from the official website.
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