UPSC Recruitment 2026: 1358 Medical Officer Posts – Apply Online by 31 Mar – Full Notification Details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the recruitment for 1358 Medical Officer posts. The online application process is open from 11 March 2026 to 31 March 2026.
| 📋 UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview |
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| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Medical Officers |
| Total Posts | 1358 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| 📅 Important Dates |
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| Application Start | 11/03/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31/03/2026 (up to 06:00 PM) |
| Date of Examination | 02/08/2026 |
| 💰 Application Fee |
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| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Exempted |
| Female Candidates | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit/UPI/Net Banking) |
| 🎂 Age Limit (as on 01/08/2026) |
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| Minimum Age | Not Specified |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years (General) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC: 3 yrs, PwD: 10 yrs (as per rules) |
| 📊 Vacancy Details |
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| Post Name | General | OBC | SC/ST |
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| Medical Officers (CHS) | 864 | … | … |
| Assistant Divisional Medical Officer (Railways) | 450 | … | … |
| General Duty Medical Officer (NDMC) | 14 | … | … |
| General Duty Medical Officer Grade-II (MCD) | 30 | … | … |
| 🎓 Eligibility / Qualification |
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| Education | Passed final MBBS Examination |
| Experience | Not Applicable |
| 📝 Selection Process |
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| Stage 1 | Written Exam (500 Marks) |
| Stage 2 | Personality Test/Interview (100 Marks) |
| 💵 Salary / Pay Scale |
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| Pay Scale | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Grade Pay | ₹N/A |
| 📝 How to Apply |
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| Step 1 | Visit official website |
| Step 2 | Click on apply link |
| Step 3 | Fill in the application form |
| Step 4 | Pay the application fee |
| Step 5 | Submit the application |
| ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) |
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| Q1: What is the last date to apply for the UPSC CMS Recruitment 2026? | The last date to apply is 31 March 2026 at 06:00 PM. |
| Q2: What is the age limit for candidates applying? | General candidates must be up to 32 years; CHS Medical Officers up to 35 years. |
| Q3: Is there an application fee for the recruitment? | The notification does not specify an application fee; please check the official site for details. |
| Q4: What are the eligibility criteria for the posts? | Candidates must have passed the final MBBS Examination, including written and practical parts. |
| Q5: How can candidates apply for these posts? | Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website starting from 11 March 2026. |
⚠️ Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information is based on the official notification.
