
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a notification for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026. The online application process has been initiated on March 11, 2026. Candidates can apply online until March 31, 2026. The examination will be held on August 2, 2026.
The UPSC conducts the Combined Medical Services examination every year to recruit medical service staff for various central government services. Successful candidates are appointed to various government departments to work as doctors in public health services.
The application process for UPSC CMS 2026 has already been initiated. Candidates interested in government medical positions can apply online. The official calendar released earlier by UPSC confirms the schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release | 11.03.2026 |
| Application start date | 11.03.2026 |
| Last date to apply | 31.03.2026 |
| Examination date | 02.08.2026 |
The examination is conducted nationwide and attracts thousands of medical graduates each year. It offers an entry route into government healthcare services.
Candidates must have completed the written and practical examination of the final MBBS course. Candidates currently studying in the final year of MBBS may also apply. They must produce proof of passing the examination before final selection.
The recruitment process involves two separate stages conducted by UPSC. Candidates first sit for a computer based written examination. Those qualifying the written stage appear for the personality test interview.
Successful candidates may receive appointments in several central government medical services. These roles involve providing healthcare services in public sector institutions.
| Post | Department / Service |
|---|---|
| Assistant Divisional Medical Officer | Indian Railways |
| General Duty Medical Officer | Central Health Service |
| Medical Officer | Municipal and Government Health Departments |
Candidates must complete the online application before the deadline mentioned in the notification.
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying. The registration process must be completed before March 31, 2026 to avoid missing the deadline.
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