UPSC CMS Vacancy 2026: UPSC Announces Over 1,300 Vacancies for MBBS Graduates, Find Out Where You Can Get a Job..

UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026: If you dream of securing a high-ranking government job in the medical field, you can apply for the Union Public Service Commission's (UPSC) Combined Medical Services Examination 2026. Recently, the UPSC released the official advertisement for this examination on its website, upsc.gov.in. The online application process will remain open until March 31, 2026. Through this examination, candidates will be recruited for over 1,300 posts, including Government Medical Officers (GDMOs, and ADMOs.

The Combined Medical Services Examination opens a pathway to excellent job opportunities for those aspiring to build a career in the medical line within the government sector. The selection process comprises a written examination followed by an interview. Selected candidates will be appointed to various organizations, including the Central Health Services, Railways, the New Delhi Municipal Corporation, and the New Delhi Municipal Council.

**Key Details of UPSC Medical Recruitment 2026**
**Commission:** Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
**Examination:** Combined Medical Services Examination 2026
**Posts:** Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (ADMO), General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO)
**Total Vacancies:** 1358
**Official Website:** upsc.gov.in, upsconline.nic.in
**Date of Notification Release:** March 11, 2026
**Last Date to Apply:** March 31, 2026 (up to 6:00 PM)
**Date of Examination:** August 2, 2026

**Eligibility Criteria for UPSC Medical Services**
**Educational Qualification:** Candidates must have passed the MBBS examination, including both the written and practical components. Candidates currently in the final year of their MBBS program are also eligible to apply; however, they must submit proof of having passed the examination within the time limit stipulated by the Commission.

**Age Limit:** To appear for this examination, candidates must not have completed 32 years of age as of August 1, 2026. In terms of date of birth, candidates must not have been born before August 2, 1994. For all cadres of the Central Health Service (GDMO), the upper age limit is set at 35 years. However, age relaxation in the maximum age limit will be granted as per the rules: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, 3 years for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) belonging to Defense Services, and applicable relaxation for other categories.

**How ​​to Apply for the UPSC Medical Services Examination?**
Candidates wishing to apply for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 may follow the steps outlined below:

First, visit the official website: upsc.gov.in.
If you are applying for the first time and have not yet completed the One Time Registration (OTR) process, you must complete it first. This requires details such as your name, mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar ID.

Now, log in using the registration number you received.
Click on the "Apply Online" link for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026.
After filling in all your personal details—such as your name, parents' names, category, age, and educational qualifications—select your post preferences.

You will be required to provide your signature three times; scan your signature and photo ID, and upload them in the specified file size. A live photograph of you will be captured for the common application form. Ensure that all these uploads strictly adhere to the guidelines issued by the Commission.
Once you have filled out the form, carefully review all the details you have entered. Submit the application fee, and take a printout of the form for your records. At the time of application, you will also be required to indicate whether or not you wish to provide your details for the 'Pratibha Setu' app.

**What is the Application Fee?**
For this UPSC Medical recruitment drive, candidates belonging to the General/OBC/EWS categories are required to pay an application fee of ₹200. However, there is no fee for SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates; these applicants may apply for the form free of cost.

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