UPSC CMSE Recruitment 2026: Union Public Service Commission announced for posts Combined Medical Services Examination including Assistant Medical Officers Divisional in the Railways and General Duty in the New Delhi Municipal Council and Municipal Corporation of Delhi.
UPSC CMSE Recruitment Overview
| Exam Name | Assistant Medical Officers, Combined Medical Services Examination |
| Total Posts | 1358 Vacancy |
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission – UPSC |
| Qualification | MBBS |
| Salary | Rs. 78,100/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 11th – 31st Mar 2026 |
UPSC CMSE Recruitment
The UPSC CMSE Notification 2026 (Examination Notice No. 9/2026-CMS) was released on 11th March 2026. This detailed notification provides comprehensive information about vacancies, eligibility, age limit, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, and selection method. Candidates must read the notification carefully before applying. Downloading the UPSC CMSE Notification 2026 PDF helps candidates understand the recruitment process thoroughly and avoid errors.
- Qualification: Candidates must have passed the written and practical parts of the final M.B.B.S. Examination.
- Internship: Candidates who have yet to complete the compulsory rotating internship are educationally eligible to apply but will be appointed only after completing it.
- Provisional Admission: Candidates who have appeared or are yet to appear for the final MBBS exam can apply provisionally. They must submit proof of passing the exam within 15 days after the declaration of the written result.
Age Limit
- Medical Officers Grade in Central Health Service: Must not have attained the age of 35 years
- All other posts (ADMO, NDMC, MCD): Must not have attained the age of 32 years
Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
UPSC CMSE Vacancy 2026
The number of vacancies mentioned in the notification is tentative and subject to alteration. The detailed breakdown is as follows:
| Category | Post | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Category-I | Medical Officers Grade in General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre of Central Health Service | 864 |
| Category-II | Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in the Railways | 450 |
| Category-II | General Duty Medical Officer in New Delhi Municipal Council | 14 |
| Category-II | General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II in Municipal Corporation of Delhi | 30 |
UPSC CMSE Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC CMSE 2026 consists of two main stages:
Written Examination (500 marks): An offline (pen-and-paper) objective type examination consisting of two papers, each of two hours duration.
- Paper I: General Medicine and Paediatrics (250 marks, 120 questions)
- Paper II: Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine (250 marks, 120 questions)
- Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 1/3rd of the marks assigned to a question for wrong answers.
Personality Test (Interview) (100 marks): Candidates who qualify in the written examination are called for a Personality Test/Interview. It assesses the candidate’s intellectual curiosity, critical judgment, balance, alertness, integrity, and leadership capabilities.
Final Merit List: The final ranking is based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Written Examination and the Personality Test.
UPSC CMSE Salary
Candidates selected through UPSC CMSE 2026 will be appointed to prestigious positions with attractive salaries.
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| All Posts (ADMO, GDMO, etc.) | Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 per month |
In addition to the basic pay, officers are entitled to Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) , Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and other benefits as per government rules. Private practice is strictly prohibited for all these posts.
UPSC CMSE Recruitment Application Fee
The fee may vary based on the candidate’s category. Detailed information regarding the fee structure is provided below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, EWS | Rs. 200/- |
| SC, ST, PWD, ESM | Rs. 0/- |
Payment Method: Candidates are able to pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment – Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
UPSC CMSE Recruitment Important Dates
Candidates applying for UPSC CMSE 2026 must strictly follow the official schedule. Applications submitted after the last date will not be accepted.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11th March 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 11th March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31st March 2026 (up to 06:00 P.M.) |
| Date of Examination | 2nd August 2026 |
How to Apply for UPSC CMSE Recruitment
The stages of the online application are given below and candidates can follow these steps to complete the application process.
- Visit the official website of Union Public Service Commission -UPSC.
- Click on the UPSC CMSE Recruitment Examination 2026
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload necessary documents, including a passport-size photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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