UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) Answer Key 2026
After the UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) 2026 exam, the conducting body releases the provisional answer key (and usually your response sheet) and opens a short objection window. Stage 1 Computer-Based Test (both papers on the same day) is typically held in July of the same year. Personality Test (Stage 2) is scheduled between October and December after the CBT result is declared. Here is how to check it and challenge a wrong key.
How to check the UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) answer key & raise objections
- Open the official website. Go to the official UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) website (linked below) and open the "Answer Key" / "Response Sheet" link for the current cycle.
- Log in and download your response sheet. Log in with your credentials to download the provisional answer key and your recorded responses.
- Calculate your expected score. Match your responses against the key and apply the exam's marking scheme (including negative marking) for an expected score.
- Raise objections within the window. If a key looks wrong, submit an objection with supporting proof within the official window (usually a few days, often with a per-question fee that is refunded if upheld).
Official UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) links
UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) answer key — FAQs
How do I raise an objection on the UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) answer key?
Log in to the official UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) website during the objection window, select the disputed question, submit your justification with proof, and pay the per-question fee (refunded if your objection is upheld).
Where do I download the UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) official answer key?
The provisional UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services) answer key and response sheet are released on the official website after the exam. Download links and steps are above; watch the live updates below for the release.
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