UPSC CMS examination 2024 today: Check out the important guidelines all candidates

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will conduct the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) on July 14 to fill 827 posts. The exam is scheduled in two shifts: 9:30 am to 11:30 am and 2 pm to 4 pm.

Age Limit: Candidates must be under 32 years of age as of August 1, 2024, meaning they must have been born no earlier than August 2, 1992.

Selection Process: The selection process includes a written test (Objective MCQs) and a Personality Test (Interview).

Exam Structure: The examination has two parts:

Part I: Written Examination (500 marks)

Paper I: 250 marks, 120 questions (96 General Medicine, 24 Paediatrics)

Syllabus: Topics like Cardiology, Respiratory Diseases, Gastrointestinal Issues, and Neurology in General Medicine; Common Childhood Emergencies, Basic Newborn Care, and Immunization in Paediatrics.

Paper II: 250 marks, 120 questions (40 Surgery, 40 Gynaecology & Obstetrics, 40 Preventive & Social Medicine)

Syllabus: General Surgery, Urological Surgery, Neuro Surgery, and Otorhinolaryngology in Surgery; Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Family Planning in Gynaecology & Obstetrics; Preventive, Social, and Community Medicine.

Part II: Personality Test (100 marks)

Educational Qualification: Applicants must have passed their final MBBS Examination. Those who have not completed their mandatory rotating internship are eligible but must complete it for final selection.

Guidelines: Candidates must bring a printout of their e-Admit Card to the examination venue. If the photograph on the e-Admit Card is unclear or missing, candidates must bring a photo ID and two passport-sized photographs. Entry to the exam hall is required 30 minutes before the exam starts: 9 am for the Forenoon Session and 1 pm for the Afternoon Session. Candidates should bring a black ballpoint pen for the OMR answer sheets and attendance list.