🔔 Official Notification
UPSC CMS Notification 2026
The UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 notification contains all official details including vacancy count, eligibility conditions, exam schedule, and the application process. Candidates must read the notification carefully before applying.
Key Notification Details
| Exam Name | Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Notification Release | March–April 2026 (approx.) |
| Application Mode | Online only — upsconline.gov.in |
| Exam Date | August 2, 2026 |
| Services Covered | GDMO in Railways, CHS, CGHS, Ordnance Factories, MES, and other Central Government departments |
Services Recruited Through UPSC CMS
UPSC CMS recruits General Duty Medical Officers (GDMOs) and Junior Scale officers for the following Central Government services:
• Central Health Service (CHS) — General Duty Medical Officers posted in central government hospitals and dispensaries
• Indian Railway Medical Service — Medical Officers in the Railway Health Service
• Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) — Wellness Centres across major cities
• Ordnance Factories Health Service — Medical Officers in defence production units
• Armed Forces Medical Services (Junior Commissioned Officers) — Medical Officers serving armed forces
• East Delhi Municipal Corporation (or equivalent civil body) — Municipal Medical Officers
• Central Health Service (CHS) — General Duty Medical Officers posted in central government hospitals and dispensaries
• Indian Railway Medical Service — Medical Officers in the Railway Health Service
• Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) — Wellness Centres across major cities
• Ordnance Factories Health Service — Medical Officers in defence production units
• Armed Forces Medical Services (Junior Commissioned Officers) — Medical Officers serving armed forces
• East Delhi Municipal Corporation (or equivalent civil body) — Municipal Medical Officers
How to Apply
| Step 1 | Register on UPSC One-Time Registration (OTR) portal at upsconline.gov.in |
| Step 2 | Login and fill the online application form for CMS 2026 |
| Step 3 | Upload photo, signature, and required documents (as specified in notification) |
| Step 4 | Pay the application fee (₹ 200 for general; SC/ST/Female/PwBD candidates are exempted) |
| Step 5 | Submit and take printout of the completed application for future reference |
Important: Always apply through the official UPSC portal only (upsc.gov.in / upsconline.gov.in). Be cautious of third-party sites. Application window is typically 3–4 weeks; do not wait for the last date.
Official Links
For the official notification PDF, apply online, and download admit card:
• UPSC Official Website: upsc.gov.in
• Online Application Portal: upsconline.gov.in
• UPSC Official Website: upsc.gov.in
• Online Application Portal: upsconline.gov.in
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