Combined Medical Service

Purpose

  • The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination is conducted annually to recruit medical professionals into various central government medical services. This is a prestigious exam, offering positions in departments like railways, municipal corporations, and other central health services.

Application Process

  • Apply online through the UPSC website (upsc.gov.in).
  • Application fee: ₹200 (Exempted for female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates).

Elgibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification:

    • Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or be in the final year of their MBBS program.
    • Must have completed their compulsory rotating internship (or complete it before the appointment).

  • Age Limit:

    • Must not have attained the age of 32 years as of August 1 of the exam year.
    • Relaxations for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years).

  • Physical Standards: Candidates should be medically fit according to the prescribed standards.

Important Dates

  • Check the official UPSC website for specific exam dates, notification releases, and deadlines.
  • Please Check it for Notification : UPSC – Notifications

Exam Structure

  • Preliminary Examination (Prelims): Screening test to qualify for the Mains.
  • Main Examination (Mains): Written descriptive test to assess depth of knowledge and analytical ability.
  • Personality Test (Interview): Final stage to evaluate suitability for a career in public service.

Selection Process

1. Preliminary Examination (Prelims)

    • Purpose: A screening test to filter candidates for the Mains exam.

  • Main Examination (Mains)

    • Purpose: A comprehensive written exam to assess the candidate’s depth of knowledge and analytical abilities.

Syllabus

  • Paper I:

    • General Medicine:
      • Cardiology, Neurology, Respiratory system, Gastrointestinal system, Hematology, Endocrinology, etc.

    • Paper II:

      • Surgery:
        • General surgery, Orthopedics, Traumatology, Anesthesiology, etc.

Salary and Benefits

  • Initial Pay Scale:
    • Selected candidates are appointed under Pay Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
    • Basic Pay: ₹56,100 per month.
  • Additional Components
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA)
  • Gross Salary
  • Deductions

Preparation Tips

  • Study Material: Use NCERT books, and previous years’ question papers.
  • Stay Updated: Follow current affairs, especially in areas like science, technology, and education.
  • Review Syllabus: Go through the detailed syllabus and focus on core engineering topics.

Resources

  • Books: GK Today (website and app) – For daily updates on current affairs and general knowledge questions.
  • Website : UPSC

 

OFFICAL WEBSITE : UPSC

Download Combined Medical Service Syllabus

UPSC Annual Planner Notification

Date of Notification : 19.02.2025

Date of Commencement of Examination : 20.07.2025.

Annual Planner Link : UPSC ANNUAL PLANNER