UPSC CMS 2024: Notification, Exam Date, Eligibility, Fee, and Application Details
The Union Public Service Commission has officially announced the UPSC Combined Medical Services 2024 Examination on April 10th. Those aspiring to serve as MO Grade, ADMO, GDMO, or GDMO Gr-II under MCD, CHS, or Indian Railways must submit their applications by April 30, 2024.
UPSC CMS 2024 Notification :
Applicants are hereby informed that the UPSC has issued the notification for the CMS 2024 Exam, and the application window will be open from April 10th to April 30th, 2024. The application link is accessible on the official UPSC website. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply early to avoid any last-minute complications.
| Exam Name | UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2024 Exam |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Notification Date | April 10, 2024 |
| Application Period | April 10 – April 30, 2024 |
| Vacancies | Total: 827 |
| Exam Date | July 14, 2024 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (Objective MCQs) |
| Personality Test (Interview) | |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Link | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
Aspiring candidates eligible for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2024 can apply via the web portal by submitting necessary information, attaching required documents along with photographs and signatures, and completing fee payments within the specified deadline. Only applications with accurate and complete details will be considered for acceptance.
UPSC CMS 2024 Vacancy
A total of 827 vacancies are available for various positions within the Combined Medical Services 2024 Examination. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the breakdown of vacancies according to each post.
| Post | Department | Vacancies |
| Medical Officers Grade | Central Health Service | 163 |
| Assistant Divisional Medical Officer | Railways | 450 |
| General Duty Medical Officer | New Delhi Municipal Council | 14 |
| General Duty Medical Officer Gr-II | Municipal Corporation of Delhi | 200 |
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CMS 2024
For those considering the Combined Medical Services 2024 exam, understanding the eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualifications and age limitations is crucial. Here’s a breakdown:
Educational Qualification:
- Successful completion of the final M.B.B.S. Examination is mandatory to qualify for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2024.
- Candidates who are yet to finish their compulsory rotating internship are also eligible. However, their admission will be provisional until the internship is completed.
Age Limit:
- As of August 1, 2024, candidates should not exceed 32 years of age for most services/posts in the Combined Medical Services Examination 2024.
- The upper age limit for Medical Officers Grade in the General Duty Medical Officers Sub-cadre of Central Health Services is 35 years.
It is strongly advised to refer to the notification brochure to ensure thorough understanding of the eligibility criteria for the UPSC CMS 2024 exam.
Application Process for UPSC CMS 2024 Exam To apply for the UPSC CMS 2024 exam, candidates need to submit a fee of ₹200/-. However, certain categories such as Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment. The fee can be paid either in cash at any SBI branch or through online modes such as net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
UPSC CMS Exam Date 2024 The CMS 2024 Exam is scheduled to take place on 14th July 2024 at various exam centers in offline mode. The duration of each paper will be 2 hours. The exact timing of the exam will be specified on the admit card, which will be released on the official website a week before the exam date.
Selection Process for UPSC CMS 2024 The selection process for the UPSC Combined Medical Services 2024 exam involves two stages: the Written Exam and the Personality Test.
Written Examination:
- Mode: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Duration: 2 hours per paper
- Papers: Paper I (General Medicine and Paediatrics), Paper II (Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine)
- Total Marks: Each paper is of 250 marks
- Questions: 120 questions per paper
- Medium: English
Personality Test:
- Mode: Face-to-face interview
- Total Marks: 100 marks
- Medium: English
