The Union Public Service Commission conducts the Engineering Services Examination for recruitment to engineering services and posts under the Government of India.
Approximately 19 PwBD-reserved posts
Online application
Application closes at 6:00 PM
| Recruiting Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2027 |
| Examination Notice | 02/2027-ENGG |
| Expected Vacancies | Approximately 480 |
| Application Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 October 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 31 January 2027 |
| Main Examination | 18 June 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable to eligible categories according to government rules and the official notification |
The Engineering Services Examination is conducted for recruitment to engineering services and posts under the Government of India.
| Engineering Discipline | Vacancy Status |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Included in total vacancies |
| Mechanical Engineering | Included in total vacancies |
| Electrical Engineering | Included in total vacancies |
| Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | Included in total vacancies |
| Total Expected Vacancies | Approximately 480 |
The official notification should be consulted for the final service-wise, discipline-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution.
| Candidate Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General and other applicable candidates | ₹200 |
| Female, SC, ST and eligible PwBD candidates | Exempted as prescribed by UPSC |
The applicable fee, exemptions and payment instructions must be checked on the official UPSC application portal.
Final selection is made according to the examination performance, personality test, eligibility, merit and applicable service rules.
UPSC ESE stands for Union Public Service Commission Engineering Services Examination.
Approximately 480 vacancies are expected, including approximately 19 vacancies reserved for PwBD candidates.
The online application process begins on 16 September 2026.
The last date is 06 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.
The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 31 January 2027.
Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering.
The general age range is 21 to 30 years, subject to the conditions and relaxations specified by UPSC.
The Preliminary Examination consists of two papers carrying 500 marks in total.
Selection consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test.
Candidates can apply through the official UPSC online portal: https://upsconline.nic.in/
Engineering graduates meeting the prescribed Civil Engineering qualification requirements.
Engineering graduates meeting the prescribed Mechanical Engineering qualification requirements.
Engineering graduates meeting the prescribed Electrical Engineering qualification requirements.
Engineering graduates meeting the prescribed Electronics and Telecommunication qualification requirements.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Engineering Discipline Paper I | 300 |
| Paper II | Engineering Discipline Paper II | 300 |
| Total | 600 | |
Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination are eligible to appear in the Main Examination subject to the prescribed conditions.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies and Engineering Aptitude | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | Engineering Discipline Specific Paper | 300 | 3 hours |
| Total | 500 | 5 hours | |
General Studies and Engineering Aptitude, including the topics prescribed by UPSC.
Discipline-specific engineering paper based on the selected branch: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics and Telecommunication.
| Pay Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Indicative Pay Level | Level 10 or higher, depending on the allotted service |
| Indicative Starting Basic Pay | ₹56,100 |
| Allowances | As applicable under Government of India service rules |
Qualification: Degree in Engineering from a recognized university or institution, or other engineering qualification recognized by the Government of India, as prescribed in the official notification
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible categories according to government rules and the official UPSC notification.
UPSC Engineering Services Preliminary Examination 2027 notification
Online application begins
Application closes at 6:00 PM
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination as per the examination calendar
Stay updated on admit card, exam date and results.
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