The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the Combined Medical Services Examination 2025, opening 705 vacancies for qualified medical professionals across various posts under the Central Government. This annual national-level recruitment exam aims to select competent medical officers for prestigious government sectors including Indian Railways, Central Health Services, and Municipal Corporations.
Key Recruitment Details
- Recruiting Body: Union Public Service Commission
- Posts Available: Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer, General Duty Medical Officer (NDMC & MCD)
- Total Vacancies: 705
- Application Period: February 19, 2025 to March 11, 2025 (6:00 PM)
- Mode of Application: Online through upsconline.gov.in
- Examination Date: July 20, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- Candidates must have passed both written and practical parts of the final MBBS examination from a recognized university
- Provisional applications are accepted from candidates who have appeared or will appear for the final MBBS examination
- Candidates who haven’t completed their compulsory rotating internship can apply but must complete it before final appointment
- Proof of passing the final MBBS exam and internship completion must be submitted during the interview/personality test
Age Limits
- For most positions: Maximum 32 years as of August 1, 2025 (candidates must not be born before August 2, 1993)
- For Medical Officer Grade in General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre of Central Health Services: Maximum 35 years
- Age relaxation is available as per government norms
Application Fee
- General, OBC, and EWS categories: Rs. 200/-
- Exemptions: SC/ST candidates, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and female candidates are exempt from paying the fee
Payment Methods
- Online: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI
- Offline: Cash payment at any SBI Branch using a system-generated Pay-in Slip
- Note: The “Pay by Cash” option will be deactivated at 11:59 PM on March 10, 2025
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | February 19, 2025 |
| Online Application Start | February 19, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 11, 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | March 12-18, 2025 |
| Examination Date | July 20, 2025 |
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Selection Process
The UPSC CMS selection process consists of two stages:
1. Written Examination (500 marks)
- Two objective-type papers
- Duration: 2 hours per paper
- Based on the MBBS syllabus
- Medium: English only
2. Personality Test/Interview (100 marks)
- Only candidates who qualify in the written examination will be called
- Final selection based on combined scores from written exam and interview
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: upsconline.gov.in
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered
- Log in using your OTR ID and password
- Select “Combined Medical Services Examination 2025” under active examinations
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal and educational details
- Upload required documents (photograph, signature, and ID proof) in the prescribed format
- Pay the application fee through the preferred payment method
- Review the application and submit
Application Correction Window
Candidates can make corrections to their submitted applications from March 12 to March 18, 2025. This window allows for fixing any errors or updating information before the application processing begins.
Additional Information
This recruitment provides excellent opportunities for medical professionals seeking stable government positions with attractive benefits. The Combined Medical Services exam is highly competitive, requiring thorough preparation of the MBBS curriculum.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification for detailed information regarding eligibility, syllabus, examination pattern, and reservation policies. Regular visits to the UPSC website are recommended for updates and announcements related to the examination.
Interested and eligible candidates should complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or server congestion.
