What is the overall structure of the examination?

The examination consists of two main parts: a Written Examination carrying 500 marks, and a Personality Test carrying 100 marks for qualified candidates.

What is the total duration and maximum marks for the Written Examination?

The Written Examination is for a total of 500 marks, divided into two papers. Each paper has a duration of two hours and carries a maximum of 250 marks.

Which subjects are covered in Paper I and what is its weightage?

Paper I covers General Medicine and Paediatrics, with a maximum weightage of 250 marks.

How many questions are included in Paper I and how are they distributed?

Paper I contains a total of 120 questions, comprising 96 questions from General Medicine and 24 questions from Paediatrics.

What are some of the key topics in the General Medicine syllabus for Paper I?

Key topics in General Medicine include Cardiology, Respiratory diseases, Gastrointestinal, Neurology, Hematology, Endocrinology, Metabolic disorders, Infections/Communicable Diseases, Nutrition/Growth, Diseases of the skin, Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine.

What are the main subjects included in Paper II of the examination?

Paper II consists of three main subjects: Surgery (including ENT, Ophthalmology, Traumatology and Orthopaedics), Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine.

UPSC CMS Exam Date 2026

Updated: 17 May 2026

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the exam date for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026. This recruitment is for 1358 posts. The online application process was accepted from 11 March 2026 to 31 March 2026. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on 02 August 2026.

📅 Important Dates - UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026

Application Start Date : 11 March 2026
Last Date : 31 March 2026
Fee Payment Last Date : 31 March 2026
Exam Date : 02 August 2026
Admit Card : Before Exam

👤 Age Limit - UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026

Age Limit As On 01 August 2026
Minimum Age: NA
Maximum Age: 32 Years
Maximum Age: 35 Years (For General Duty Medical Officers)
Age Relaxation as per UPSC Combined Medical Services CMS Recruitment Rules.

💰 Application Fee - UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026

General, EWS, OBC: Rs. 200/-
SC, ST, PH: 0/-
All Category Female: 0/-
Candidates have to pay their Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and Other Fee Payment Mode Only.

📌 Vacancies - UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026

Total Vacancies: 1358

↔️ Scroll horizontally to see full table

Post	vacancy
Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical officers Sub Cadre of Central Health Service	864
Assistant Division Medical Officer ADMO in Railway	450
General Duty Medical Officer GDMO Grade II in NDMS	14
General Duty Medical Officer GDMO in Various Delhi Municipal Council	30

🎓 Post Qualifications - UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026

Post	Qualifications
Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical officers Sub Cadre of Central Health Service	Candidates who have Passed / Appearing (Final Year) M.B.B.S Degree From Any Recognized University in India will be eligible for this recruitment.
Assistant Division Medical Officer ADMO in Railway	Candidates who have Passed / Appearing (Final Year) M.B.B.S Degree From Any Recognized University in India will be eligible for this recruitment.
General Duty Medical Officer GDMO Grade II in NDMS	Candidates who have Passed / Appearing (Final Year) M.B.B.S Degree From Any Recognized University in India will be eligible for this recruitment.
General Duty Medical Officer GDMO in Various Delhi Municipal Council	Candidates who have Passed / Appearing (Final Year) M.B.B.S Degree From Any Recognized University in India will be eligible for this recruitment.