UPSC CMS

The UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination is a prestigious national-level recruitment examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for selecting medical professionals for various Group 'A' and Group 'B' posts under the Central Government of India. This examination serves as a gateway for qualified medical graduates (MBBS degree holders) to join the Indian healthcare administration and medical services across multiple departments and organisations. The UPSC Combined Medical Services Examination is held annually and consists of two stages: a written examination followed by a personality test (interview). The written examination comprises two objective-type papers totalling 500 marks, whilst the personality test carries 100 marks, bringing the grand total to 600 marks. The exam is designed to assess candidates' medical knowledge, clinical acumen, general awareness, and overall personality traits required for administrative and clinical medical positions in the government sector. Through this examination, candidates can secure positions in prestigious organisations including the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Railways, Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, and various other Central Government departments. The selected candidates serve in capacities such as Assistant Divisional Medical Officer in Indian Railways, Junior Scale Medical Officer in various ministries, Assistant Professor in Armed Forces Medical Services, and Medical Officers in Central Government Health Services, contributing significantly to public healthcare delivery and policy implementation across India.