The Combined Medical Services Examination, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), is a national-level competitive examination for medical graduates aiming to join central government services. It is open to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria specified in the official notification. The exam assesses knowledge in medical sciences and general studies to recruit medical officers for various central government organizations.

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or be in the final year of MBBS. The examination is open to Indian nationals, including those from SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, and other reserved categories as per government norms. Applicants must meet the age criteria and other conditions outlined in the detailed notification published in Employment News or the UPSC website.

Applications must be submitted online through the UPSC’s official portal. No offline or alternative modes of application are accepted. Candidates should carefully fill in the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee as specified. The detailed notification provides step-by-step instructions for filling the form and submitting it before the deadline.