📅 Exam Schedule

UPSC CMS Exam Date 2026

The UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 examination is scheduled for August 2, 2026, conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) at examination centres across India.

Exam NameUPSC Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026
Exam DateAugust 2, 2026
Exam ModeComputer Based Test (CBT)
Paper IGeneral Medicine & Paediatrics
Paper IIGeneral Surgery, OBG & PSM
Duration2 hours per paper
Questions120 per paper (240 total)
Total Marks480 (240 per paper)
Negative Marking−1/3 per wrong answer
Notification ReleaseMarch–April 2026 (approx.)
Application WindowApproximately 3–4 weeks from notification
Admit Card2–3 weeks before exam date
Exam DateAugust 2, 2026
Result Declaration2–3 months post examination
Interview / Personality TestAfter written result (for candidates who qualify)
Final ResultAfter interview process
Note: Dates are based on official UPSC notification and historical patterns. Always verify from the official UPSC website.
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