UPSC CMSE 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026. The examination is conducted to recruit Medical Officers in various central government departments. This recruitment provides a good opportunity for MBBS-qualified candidates to work in organizations such as Indian Railways, Central Health Services, and Municipal Corporations.
UPSC CMSE 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
| Post Name | Medical Officer & Other Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Category | UPSC CMSE 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC CMSE 2026 Important Dates
- Notification Released: 11/03/2026
- Application Start Date: 11/03/2026
- Last Date to Apply: 31/03/2026 (06:00 PM)
- Written Examination Date: 02/08/2026
- Admit Card: Available Before Exam
UPSC CMSE 2026 Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹200/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹0/-
- All Female Candidates: ₹0/-
- Payment Mode: Online
UPSC CMSE 2026 Age Limit Details
- Medical Officer (Central Health Service): Maximum 35 Years
- Medical Officer (Other Departments): Maximum 32 Years
- Age Limit As On: 01/08/2026
- Age Relaxation: As per Government Rules
UPSC CMSE 2026 Educational Qualification
| Exam Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Combined Medical Services Exam 2026 | Passed / Final Year Appearing MBBS Degree |
UPSC CMSE 2026 Vacancy Details
| Exam Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Combined Medical Services Exam 2026 | 1358 |
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical Officers Sub-Cadre of Central Health Service | 864 |
| Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in the Railways | 450 |
| General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II in Municipal Corporation of Delhi | 30 |
| General Duty Medical Officer in New Delhi Municipal Council | 14 |
UPSC CMSE 2026 Selection Process
The selection will be done in the following stages:
- Written Examination (500 Marks)
- Interview (100 Marks)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
How to Apply for UPSC CMSE 2026
Candidates who want to apply for UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026 can follow the steps given below:
- Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
- Click on the “UPSC CMSE 2026 Apply Online” link.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you have not registered earlier.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the necessary documents, photograph, and signature, and pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.