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UPSC Releases Provisional Answer Key for CMS Examination 2026

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the provisional answer key for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026. Candidates who participated in the exam can now download the answer key from the official UPSC website to verify their answers and estimate their scores. The CMS exam was conducted on August 2, 2026, with a total of 1,359 vacancies available. The article outlines the process for raising objections to the answer key, the significance of the answer key for candidates, and the selection process for the CMS recruitment. For detailed instructions on downloading the answer key, read the full article.
By Ambika Singh Aug 6, 2026, 11:39 IST

UPSC CMS Answer Key 2026 Released



Overview: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published the provisional answer key for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026. This includes answer keys for both General Medicine & Pediatrics and Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and PSM, which can be accessed on the official UPSC website.


Candidates who took the exam can now visit the official site to download the answer key, verify their responses, and calculate their expected scores.


Exam Date:
The UPSC CMS written examination took place on August 2, 2026, at various locations nationwide. This recruitment initiative aims to fill 1,359 positions.


Available Answer Keys:
The provisional answer keys have been released for the following papers:


  • General Medicine and Pediatrics
  • Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and PSM


Raising Objections:
Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key if they find discrepancies. Objections must be submitted online within the specified period set by the Commission.


Objections should be filed through the UPSC online portal using the option: Examinations > Representations on Question Paper & Provisional Answer Keys. Submissions via email, postal service, or any other method will not be considered. Additionally, no objections will be accepted after the deadline.


Importance of the Answer Key:
The provisional answer key is crucial for candidates as it allows them to:


  • Verify their answers
  • Estimate their potential scores
  • Raise objections for any inaccuracies
  • Evaluate their strengths and weaknesses in exam subjects


Selection Process:
The UPSC CMS recruitment consists of two phases: a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a Personal Interview. The final merit list will be determined based on the candidates' performance in both the written exam and the interview.


Steps to Download the Answer Key:
Candidates can follow these steps to download the answer key:


  1. Visit the official UPSC website.
  2. Click on the link for the CMS Examination.
  3. Access the Provisional Answer Key link.
  4. Download the answer key for the relevant paper (Paper-I or Paper-II).
  5. Compare your answers with the official answer key.