CMS

About CMS

CMS is a national-level recruitment exam conducted by UPSC to select medical officers for central government organisations and services.

What is CMS?

• National-level recruitment exam for medical officers.
• Conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
• Recruits for central health, railway and municipal services.
• Includes a written exam and a personality test.

CMS Highlights

CMS Exam Pattern

• Computer-based written examination with papers on medical subjects.
• Objective-type questions.
• Followed by a personality test/interview.
• Refer to the official notification for exact marks, question count and duration.

CMS Eligibility

• MBBS degree (with internship completed/being completed) as specified.
• Age limit with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
• Refer to the official notification for detailed eligibility.

CMS Selection Process

1. Qualify the computer-based written examination.
2. Appear for the personality test/interview.
3. Undergo document verification.
4. Final selection based on combined merit.

How to Apply for CMS

1. Visit upsc.gov.in.
2. Register on the online application portal.
3. Fill the application form.
4. Upload photograph, signature and documents.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Submit and print the confirmation page.

How to Prepare for CMS

• Revise core MBBS subjects thoroughly.
• Practise previous years' question papers.
• Take mock tests for speed and accuracy.
• Focus on high-yield clinical topics.