UPSC Medical Officer Vacancy 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the highly anticipated notification for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026 (Advt No. 09/2026-CMS). This is a premier opportunity for medical graduates across the country to secure a prestigious, permanent Class-I medical officer position within various central government departments, including the Railways, Central Health Service, and Municipal Corporations in Delhi. The online application portal is officially live as of March 11, 2026. Eligible MBBS graduates and final-year appearing students can submit their online applications through the UPSC portal before the deadline on March 31, 2026 (06:00 PM). The written examination is scheduled for August 2, 2026. Below, you will find all the essential details including department-wise vacancies, age limits, the selection process, Syllabus, Exam Date, Admit Card, Answer Key, Exam Result, and Direct Apply Link below.
Medical Officers Grade (General Duty Medical Officers Sub-Cadre of Central Health Service)
864
Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (ADMO) in the Railways
450
General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II in Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)
30
General Duty Medical Officer in New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
14
Grand Total
1358
Selection Process
Computer Based Written Exam (500 Marks): * Consists of two objective-type papers (Paper I and Paper II), each carrying 250 marks.
Personality Test / Interview (100 Marks): Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for an interview to assess their general knowledge, academic background, and suitability for a medical career in the government sector.
Document Verification: Verification of original MBBS degrees, internship completion certificates, medical registration, and category proofs.
Medical Examination: A strict medical fitness check tailored for central government medical officers.
How to Apply for UPSC CMS Online Form 2026
Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official UPSC online application website at upsconline.nic.in.
One Time Registration (OTR): If you are a new user, you must complete your OTR profile first. If you are already registered, log in using your credentials.
Apply for CMS Exam 2026: Under the “Active Examinations” tab, click on the application link for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026.
Fill Part-I (Basic Details): Fill out your personal information, educational qualifications (MBBS details), and claim any age relaxations.
Fill Part-II (Uploads & Payment): * Upload clear, scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and a valid Photo ID proof (like Aadhaar Card) as per the exact specified dimensions.
Pay the ₹200/- application fee (if not exempted).
Select your preferred examination center.
Submit and Print: Agree to the declaration, submit the final application before 06:00 PM on March 31, and print the confirmation page for your records.
FAQs – UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Exam 2026
Are final-year MBBS students eligible for the UPSC CMS exam?
Yes, candidates currently in their final year of the MBBS course are eligible to apply and sit for the written exam.
Is completing the compulsory rotating internship necessary to apply?
You can apply without having completed the internship, but you must complete your compulsory rotating internship before you are formally appointed to the posts.
What is the maximum age limit for ADMO in Railways?
The maximum age limit for the Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (Railways) post is 32 Years as of August 1, 2026.
Is there negative marking in the UPSC CMS written exam?
Yes, there is a penalty (negative marking) for wrong answers marked in the objective-type question papers.
