The Combined Medical Services (CMS) is a competitive examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in India. This exam is designed to recruit candidates for various medical services under the Indian government. The primary objective of CMS is to fill medical officer positions in departments like the Indian Railways, Municipal Corporation of Delhi, and other central government organizations.
The CMS examination consists of two stages:
Paper II:
Negative Marking:
The syllabus for CMS is typically based on the MBBS curriculum. Some of the major subjects covered include:
Candidates selected through the CMS exam are appointed as Medical Officers in various government departments, including:
These positions offer good pay scales, job security, and the chance to serve the public health sector.
Candidates who are selected through the CMS examination are appointed to various posts in the following medical services:
The posts typically involve working in hospitals, health organizations, and medical departments within the government. The roles generally include providing medical care, handling health programs, and overseeing medical operations.