UPSC CMSE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1358 Medical Officer Posts

By: Deepak Kumar

On: March 12, 2026

UPSC CMSE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1358 Medical Officer Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026 on 11 March 2026. Through this recruitment examination, UPSC aims to fill 1358 vacancies for various Medical Officer posts in the Central Health Service, Railways, New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), and Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).

Eligible candidates who have completed the final MBBS examination can apply online through the official UPSC application portal. The online application process started on 11 March 2026 and will remain open until 31 March 2026 (6:00 PM).

Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying to ensure they meet the eligibility conditions and follow the correct application procedure.

Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Examination Name	Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2026
Post Name	Medical Officer / Assistant Divisional Medical Officer / General Duty Medical Officer
Total Vacancies	1358
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	As per official notification
Salary / Pay Level	Pay Matrix Level 10
Official Website	https://upsconline.nic.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	11 March 2026
Apply Online Start Date	11 March 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	31 March 2026 (06:00 PM)
Examination Date	2 August 2026

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹200
Female Candidates	Nil
SC / ST	Nil
PwBD	Nil

Note: The application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Age Limit

Criteria	Age
Minimum Age	As per official notification
Maximum Age (Central Health Service Post)	35 Years
Maximum Age (Other Posts)	32 Years

Date of Birth Criteria

Post	Date of Birth
Medical Officers Grade in Central Health Service	Born not earlier than 2 August 1991
ADMO / NDMC / MCD Posts	Born not earlier than 2 August 1994

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC / ST	Up to 5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	Up to 3 years
PwBD	Up to 10 years
Ex-Servicemen	Up to 5 years
Defence Personnel disabled in operations	Up to 3 years

Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification

Candidates must have:

Passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS Examination.

Internship Requirement

Candidates who have not yet completed their compulsory rotating internship can apply.
Appointment will be granted only after completion of the internship.

Provisional Eligibility

Candidates appearing in the final MBBS examination can apply provisionally.
Proof of passing must be submitted within 15 days after declaration of the written result.

Physical Standards

Candidates must be physically and medically fit according to the standards prescribed in the examination rules.

Vacancy Details

Category	Post	Vacancies
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

Total Vacancies: 1358

Selection Process

The UPSC CMSE 2026 selection process includes two stages:

Written Examination
- Objective type examination
- Two papers
- Total Marks: 500
Personality Test / Interview
- Total Marks: 100

Final Merit

The final merit list is prepared based on:

Written Examination Marks
Personality Test Marks

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

(As per official notification)

Paper	Subjects	Marks	Questions	Duration
Paper I	General Medicine and Paediatrics	250	120	2 Hours
Paper II	Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine	250	120	2 Hours

Negative Marking

1/3rd mark deduction for each incorrect answer.

Salary / Pay Scale

Post	Pay Level	Pay Scale
Medical Officers / ADMO / GDMO	Level 10	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month

Additional benefits include:

Non-Practising Allowance (NPA)
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Other government allowances

Private medical practice is strictly prohibited.

How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to apply for UPSC CMSE 2026:

Visit the official UPSC application portal.
Create an account using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Generate your Universal Registration Number (URN).
Fill the Universal Registration Form with personal details.
Upload required documents including photograph, signature, and ID proof.
Complete the Common Application Form (CAF).
Capture a live photograph as required.
Select Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 under the examination module.
Choose the preferred exam centre.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Review all information carefully.
Submit the application and print the confirmation page for reference.

Required Documents

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

Recent passport-size photograph
Signature
Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID etc.)
MBBS qualification details
Category certificate (if applicable)
Internship details (if applicable)
Email ID and mobile number

Important Links

Description	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

FAQs – UPSC CMSE Recruitment 2026

1. What is UPSC CMSE Recruitment 2026?

UPSC CMSE 2026 is the Combined Medical Services Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission to recruit medical officers for central government health services.

2. How many vacancies are announced in UPSC CMSE 2026?

A total of 1358 vacancies have been announced for Medical Officer posts.

3. What is the last date to apply for UPSC CMSE 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 31 March 2026 (6:00 PM).

4. What is the educational qualification required for UPSC CMSE 2026?

Candidates must have passed the final MBBS examination.

5. What is the age limit for UPSC CMSE Recruitment 2026?

Maximum 35 years for Central Health Service posts
Maximum 32 years for other posts

6. Is there negative marking in the UPSC CMSE 2026 exam?

Yes. One-third of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for wrong answers.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Applications must be submitted online only through the UPSC portal.
Candidates must ensure correct personal and academic details.
After final submission, applications cannot be withdrawn.
Candidates should keep a printout of the submitted application form.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Details are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before applying.

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UPSC CMSE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1358 Medical Officer Posts