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UPSC CMS Previous Year Question Papers
Combined Medical Services Examination
Union Public Service Commission4 papers · 2024–2025Verified 3 Oct 2026
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About UPSC CMS
The Combined Medical Services Examination recruits MBBS doctors as medical officers in the Central Health Service, Indian Railways and municipal bodies such as the NDMC and MCD. It has two objective papers of MBBS standard covering clinical subjects, followed by a personality test. The 2026 written exam took place on 2 August 2026.
Eligibility (summary)
Passed the written and practical parts of the final MBBS exam (those appearing may apply); upper age limit 32 (35 for GDMO in the Central Health Service), per the 2025 notice. Read the latest notification for exact age limits, relaxations and qualifications.
Stages & subjects
- 1
Written Examination
Two objective papers of MBBS standard
- 2
Personality Test
Interview of candidates who qualify the written exam
General MedicinePaediatricsSurgeryGynaecology and ObstetricsPreventive and Social Medicine
Exam pattern
Summarised from the official notification. Patterns change; confirm in the latest notice.
| Stage | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 2 papers of 250 marks each (500), 2 hours each, 120 questions each; Paper I: General Medicine (96) and Paediatrics (24); Paper II: Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics and Preventive & Social Medicine (40 each); one-third negative marking2025 notification (Exam Notice 8/2025-CMS); 2026 press note confirms two papers with OMR sheets · source |
| Personality Test | 100 marks2025 notification (Exam Notice 8/2025-CMS) · source |
Preparing with UPSC CMS papers
- Start with the most recent paper (2025) to see the current style, then work backwards.
- Practise each stage separately: Written Examination, Personality Test.
- Re-check the syllabus in the latest notification before relying on older papers.
FAQs
Where can I download UPSC CMS previous year papers?
PYQSathi lists 4 UPSC CMS papers from 2024 to 2025, each linked to its official source. Open the paper library above and pick a year.
Who conducts UPSC CMS?
UPSC CMS is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. Notifications, dates and results are published on its official website.
Is this information official?
No. PYQSathi is independent. We summarise official documents and link to them, last checked 3 Oct 2026. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
Official sources
- Union Public Service Commission — official website
- UPSC CMS 2025 Examination Notice No. 8/2025-CMS
- UPSC Press Note, CMS Examination 2026
Last verified 3 Oct 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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