UPSC CMS 2026 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Notification 2026 on 11 March 2026. With 1358 vacancies available across various medical officer positions, this is a golden opportunity for MBBS graduates to serve in prominent government services. Interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC portal before the application deadline of 31 March 2026.
UPSC CMS 2026 Recruitment Overview
| Category | Details |
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| Recruiting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 1358 |
| Job Category | Central Govt Jobs |
| Post Names | Medical Officers Grade (CHS), Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (Railways), General Duty Medical Officer (NDMC), General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II (MCD) |
| Salary | Pay Matrix Level-10: Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 + NPA |
| Qualification | Passed final MBBS Examination (Written & Practical Parts) |
| Age Limit | Max. 32 Years (General), 35 Years (CHS Medical Officers) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200 (Exempted for Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates) |
| Start Date | 11 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 31 March 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Examination Date | 02 August 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC CMS 2026 Vacancy Details
The UPSC CMS 2026 offers a variety of posts under different categories:
Category-I
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Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre of Central Health Service (CHS): 864 vacancies
Category-II
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Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (Railways): 450 vacancies
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General Duty Medical Officer (NDMC): 14 vacancies
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General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II (MCD): 30 vacancies
PwBD Vacancy Details:
A total of 54 vacancies are allocated to candidates with disabilities, including specific sub-categories such as locomotor disabilities and other benchmark disabilities.
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CMS 2026
Nationality:
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Candidates must be Indian citizens, or citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intent to settle permanently. Indian-origin individuals from specified countries can also apply.
Educational Qualification:
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Candidates must have passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS Examination from a recognized medical university.
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Candidates who have not yet completed their compulsory internship can apply provisionally, but they must complete it before joining.
Age Limit:
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General Category: Maximum age of 32 years as of 1 August 2026.
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CHS Medical Officers: Maximum age of 35 years as of 1 August 2026.
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Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get a 5-year relaxation, OBC candidates 3 years, and PwBD candidates get a 10-year relaxation. Ex-Servicemen, military service personnel, and others get specific relaxations.
Salary Details:
Candidates selected through UPSC CMS 2026 will be offered an attractive salary package:
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Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (Railways): Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 + Non-Practising Allowance (NPA)
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Medical Officers Grade – Central Health Service (CHS): Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 + NPA
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General Duty Medical Officer (NDMC): Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 + Restricted NPA
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General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II (MCD): Rs. 56,100 (minimum in Pay Matrix Level-10) + NPA
There are ample opportunities for promotion, with candidates progressing through various levels with higher pay and allowances.
How to apply for UPSC CMS 2026 Notification?
Candidates must apply online only through the UPSC Online Application Portal. Here’s how to apply:
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Visit the Official UPSC Portal: https://upsconline.nic.in
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Create an Account: Register for a Universal Registration Number (URN).
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Complete the Common Application Form (CAF): Fill in your personal, academic, and professional details.
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Upload Documents: Upload a scanned photograph (20 KB to 200 KB), scanned signature (20 KB to 100 KB), and live photograph during the application form filling.
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Pay the Application Fee: Rs. 200 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempt from this fee.
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Submit the Application: Ensure all details are correct before final submission.
Important Dates for UPSC CMS 2026
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Notification Release Date: 11 March 2026
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Start Date for Online Application: 11 March 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 31 March 2026 (06:00 PM)
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Examination Date: 02 August 2026
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e-Admit Card Issuance: Last working day of the preceding week of the exam
Selection Process for UPSC CMS 2026
Stage 1: Written Examination (500 Marks):
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Paper-I: General Medicine and Paediatrics (250 Marks, 120 Questions)
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Paper-II: Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine (250 Marks, 120 Questions)
Both papers are Objective Type (Multiple Choice). There is negative marking for incorrect answers (1/3rd of the marks will be deducted).
Stage 2: Personality Test/Interview (100 Marks):
Candidates who pass the written exam will be called for an interview, where their general knowledge, academic ability, and other qualities will be assessed.
Tie-Breaking Criteria:
If candidates have the same final marks:
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Candidates with more marks in the written exam are ranked higher.
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If still tied, older candidates are ranked higher.
UPSC CMS 2026 Exam Centers
The UPSC CMS 2026 exam will be conducted at 48 centers across India. Some of the major cities include Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and more.
Exam Centers are allocated on a first-apply-first-allot basis, so candidates are advised to apply early to secure their preferred center.
