Name of the Post: UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 Online Form
Post Date: 27-09-2025
Total Vacancy: 474
Brief Information: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has given a notification for conducting of Engineering Services Examination 2026 for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering categories. Those Candidates who are interested in the vacancy details & completed all eligibility criteria can read the Notification & Apply Online.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination Recruitment 2026 OUT 474 Posts Apply Online
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 474 Engineering Services Examination 2026 posts in Acoss India. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official UPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 16-10-2025. Check Eligibility Criteria, Application Fee, Age Limit, Salary, Selection Process, and all other information related to UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 Online Registration Application Form 2025 are given below. The direct application link is also provided.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | September 26, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | September 26, 2025 |
| Application End Date | October 16, 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| ESE Prelims Exam Date | February 8, 2026 |
| ESE Mains Exam Date | To be announced |
| Mains Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Personality Test/Interview | To be announced |
| Final Result Declaration | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs.200/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
| Female | Nil |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age Relaxation is applicable as per government rules for SC/ST (up to 5 years), OBC (up to 3 years), PwBD (up to 10 years), and others.
UPSC ESE Vacancy 2026 Category
| Category | Services/Posts |
|---|---|
| CATEGORY I—Civil Engineering | (i) Central Engineering Service (ii) Central Engineering Service (Roads), Group-A (Civil Engineering Posts) (iii) Survey of India Group ‘A’ Service (iv) AEE (Civil) in Border Roads Engineering Service (v) AEE (QS&C) in MES Surveyor Cadre (vi) Central Water Engineering (Group ‘A’) Service (vii) Indian Skill Development Service (viii) Indian Railway Management Service (Civil) (ix) Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – Civil Engg. Posts |
| CATEGORY II—Mechanical Engineering | (i) AEE in GSI Engineering Service Gr ‘A’ (ii) Indian Naval Material Management Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts) (iii) Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Mechanical) (iv) AEE (Electrical and Mechanical) in Border Roads Engineering Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts) (v) Indian Skill Development Service (vi) Indian Railway Management Services (Mechanical) (vii) Indian Railway Management Services (Stores) – Mechanical Engg. Posts (viii) Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Mechanical Trade (ix) Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Mechanical Trade (x) AEE Gr ‘A’(Mechanical Engineering Posts) in Corps of EME, Min of Defence |
| CATEGORY III—Electrical Engineering | (i) Central Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Service (Electrical Engineering Posts) (ii) Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electrical Engineering Posts) (iii) Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’ (Electrical Engineering Posts) (iv) Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electrical) (v) Indian Skill Development Service (vi) Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Electrical Trade (vii) Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Electrical Trade (viii) Indian Railway Management Service (Electrical) (ix) Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – Electrical Engg. Posts (x) AEE Gr ‘A’(Electrical Engineering Posts) in Corps of EME, Min of Defence |
| CATEGORY IV—Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | (i) Indian Radio Regulatory Service Gr ‘A’ (ii) Indian Telecommunications Service Gr ‘A’ (iii) Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electronics and Telecom Engineering Posts) (iv) Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electronics & Tele) (v) Indian Skill Development Service (vi) Junior Telecom Officer Gr ‘B’ (vii) Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Electronics Trade (viii) Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Electronics Trade (ix) Indian Railway Management Service (Signal & Telecommunication) (x) Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – S & T Engg. Posts (xi) AEE Gr ‘A’(Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Posts) in Corps of EME, Min of Defence |
UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2025 & Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Services Examinations | 474 |
A degree in Engineering from: A University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India Other Educational Institutions established by an Act of Parliament Institutions declared to be deemed Universities under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956
|
UPSC Engineering Services Examination Pay Structure 2025
| Grade/Level | Pay Scale (Rs.) | Grade Pay (Rs.) | Typical In-Hand Salary (Rs./month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Level (Entry) | 15,600 – 39,100 | 5,400 | 55,135 – 64,749* |
| Senior Scale (After 5–6 years) | 15,600 – 39,100 | 6,600 | Increases with promotion |
| Junior Administrative Grade (10+ yrs) | 15,600 – 39,100 | 7,600 | Increases with promotion |
| Selection Grade/Chief Engineer | 37,400 – 67,000 | 8,700 | Increases with promotion |
| Super Time Grade/Additional GM | 37,400 – 67,000 | 8,700 | Increases with promotion |
| Apex/Cabinet Secretary Grade | 80,000–90,000 (Fixed) | N/A | Top-most posts |
*Includes basic pay plus allowances as per 7th Pay Commission.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination Selection Process 2025
The selection process for the UPSC Engineering Services Examination includes multiple stages:
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam
- Personality Test
UPSC ESE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Stage | Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | Paper I | General Studies & Engineering Aptitude | 200 | 2 hours | 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
| Paper II | Chosen Engineering Discipline | 300 | 3 hours | 1/3 mark per wrong answer | |
| Total (Prelims) | 500 | ||||
| Mains | Paper I | Chosen Engineering Discipline (Descriptive) | 300 | 3 hours | No Negative Marking |
| Paper II | Chosen Engineering Discipline (Descriptive) | 300 | 3 hours | No Negative Marking | |
| Total (Mains) | 600 | ||||
| Personality Test | Interview | 200 | - | - | |
| Grand Total | 1300 | ||||
UPSC ESE 2026 Syllabus Overview
Common Paper (Prelims Paper I)
General Studies & Engineering Aptitude (all branches):
- Engineering Mathematics, Aptitude, Reasoning
- Ethics, Safety, Engineer in Society
- Current Issues of National and International Importance
- Project Management, Standards, Design Basics
- ICT, Energy and Environment, Material Science
Technical Paper (Prelims Paper II & Mains Papers I & II
Branch-specific detailed syllabus for:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Example (Electrical Engineering topics):
- Engineering Mathematics
- Electrical Circuits & Fields
- Electrical & Electronic Measurements
- Computer Fundamentals
- Analog and Digital Electronics
- Power Systems, Machines, Control Systems
- Power Electronics and Drives
For full syllabus and topic lists by branch, refer to the official UPSC notification PDF and relevant coaching resources
How to Apply Online for UPSC Engineering Services Examination Recruitment 2025
UPSC has started the online registration process for the Engineering Services Examination Recruitment 2025 from 26 September 2025 for candidates aspiring for UPSC Engineering Services Examination Bharti 2025. Interested and eligible applicants can now apply online through the official website upsc.gov.in by following the complete procedure for submitting the UPSC Engineering Services Examination Online Application Form 2025. Candidates should carefully check the official notification, complete the online registration, upload the required documents, pay the application fee, and print the submitted application form for future reference. This is a vital opportunity for government job seekers to join Union Public Service Commission as Engineering Services Examination don't miss the last date of 16th October 2025.
- Check the UPSC Engineering Services Examination Notification 2025 PDF carefully.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link or visit the official website [upsc.gov.in].
- Fill out the Engineering Services Examination Online Application Form 2025.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fees.
- Print the completed application form for reference.
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UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 Recruitment 2025 - FAQs
1. What is the starting date to apply online for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026?
Ans: Starting Date to apply online is 26-09-2025.
2. What is the last online apply date for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026?
Ans: Last online apply date is 16-10-2025.
3. What is the Eligibility to apply for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026?
Ans: B.Tech/B.E, Diploma, M.Sc
4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026?
Ans: 30 Years
5. How many vacancies are being recruited by UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026?
Ans: Total 474 Vacancies.
