The UPSC Combined Medical Services Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 1358 medical officer vacancies across multiple government healthcare organizations. The recruitment is conducted through the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026 to select qualified doctors for central government medical posts.

Eligible candidates who have completed MBBS or are appearing in the final MBBS examination can apply online through the UPSC portal. The last date to submit the application form is 31 March 2026, and the written examination will be conducted on 02 August 2026. Notification-CMSE-2026-English-…

UPSC Combined Medical Services Recruitment 2026

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details – UPSC Combined Medical Services Recruitment 2026

The recruitment aims to fill medical officer positions in different government services.

The number of vacancies is tentative and may change depending on government requirements.

UPSC CMS 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 must meet the following eligibility conditions.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must have:

• Passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS examination

OR

• Candidates appearing for the final MBBS examination are also eligible to apply.

Candidates who have not yet completed their compulsory rotating internship may apply, but appointment will be made only after completion of the internship.

Age Limit

For most posts:

• Maximum age: 32 years as on 01 August 2026

For Medical Officers in Central Health Service:

• Maximum age: 35 years

Age Relaxation

Nationality

Candidates must be one of the following:

• Citizen of India
• Subject of Nepal or Bhutan
• Tibetan refugee who settled in India before 1 January 1962
• Person of Indian origin migrating from specified countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India.

Application Fee

The fee can be paid through:

• Net Banking
• Credit Card
• Debit Card
• UPI

Selection Process

The UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026 selection procedure includes two stages.

1️⃣ Written Examination
2️⃣ Personality Test / Interview

Written Examination

The written exam consists of two papers, each carrying 250 marks.

Total written marks: 500

Personality Test

Candidates who qualify in the written examination will appear for the Personality Test carrying 100 marks.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive salary according to Central Government Pay Rules applicable to the respective service and cadre.

How to Apply – UPSC Combined Medical Services Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply online by following the steps below.

1 Visit the UPSC online application portal
2 Complete account creation and universal registration
3 Fill the Combined Medical Services Examination form
4 Upload photograph, signature and required documents

5 Pay the application fee (if applicable)
6 Review all entered details carefully
7 Submit the application form and save the confirmation

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Upload unclear photo or signature
• Enter incorrect MBBS qualification details
• Missing category certificates
• Waiting until the last date to apply

Applying early helps avoid server delays and application errors.

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Important Instructions

⚠ Applications must be submitted only through online mode.

⚠ The last date to apply is 31 March 2026 (06:00 PM).

⚠ Candidates should keep MBBS certificates, category certificates, and ID proof ready before applying.

⚠ No correction or modification is allowed after submitting the application form.

⚠ Applicants should apply early to secure their preferred examination centre.

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