The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the date for the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMS) 2026, which is set for August 2, 2026. This examination will be conducted nationwide for 1,358 posts. The exam will occur in two shifts: the first shift from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM for Paper I, covering General Medicine and Paediatrics, and the second shift from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for Paper II, which includes Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and Preventive & Social Medicine. Candidates can access and download the detailed exam schedule PDF from the official UPSC website at [upsc.gov.in](https://upsc.gov.in/). The announcement is crucial for aspiring medical professionals looking to secure positions in the government medical services.