Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) — Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued an official recruitment notification for Combined Medical Services (CMS), announcing a total of 1,358 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 11 March 2026 and closes on 31 March 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold MBBS, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Written Examination (Two Papers) and Personality Test. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Fee Payment Deadline | 31 Mar 2026 |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | 02 Aug 2026 |
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.
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 |
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.
Understanding the structure of the exam is essential for scoring well. The exam consists of two papers, each with a duration of 2 hours.
Candidates can follow these steps to download the official exam schedule:
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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