UPSC Engineering Services 2025 Notification Out: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will hold an Engineering Services Examination, 2025 (UPSC ESE Exam 2025-26) for recruitment to the Group A and B services of various engineering posts in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering for filling up approximately 474 Vacancies. Engineering graduates across India are urged to seize this chance to contribute to nation-building through key infrastructural and technical roles.
UPSC ESE 2026 Notification Out
The UPSC Engineering Services Vacancy 2026 Notification was issued on 26th September 2025, and the online application portal remains active from 26th September to 16th October 2025. Prospective candidates are advised to meticulously go through the detailed notice to confirm their suitability prior to applying.
UPSC ESE 2026 – 474 Vacancies
Examination Notice No. 02/2026 ENGG.
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Exam Name |
Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 |
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Total Vacancies |
474 (PwBD – 26) |
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Age Limit |
21 to 30 years |
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Educational Qualification |
Engineering Degree |
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Selection Process |
Prelims, Mains, Personality Test |
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Job Location |
All Over India |
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Registration Dates |
26/09/2025 to 16/10/2025 |
✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Vacancy Details – Categories:
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Category |
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CATEGORY I—CIVIL ENGINEERING
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CATEGORY II—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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CATEGORY III—ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
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CATEGORY IV—ELECTRONICS AND TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
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✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Age Limit:
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General Limit |
21 to 30 years as on 1st January 2026 |
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Birth Date Range |
Not earlier than 2nd January 1996 and not later than 1st January 2005 |
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Age Relaxation |
As per Government Rules |
✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Degree in Engineering: From a university incorporated by an Act of Central/State Legislature, or other institutions established by Act of Parliament, or deemed universities under UGC Act 1956.
- Alternative Qualifications: Passed Sections A and B of Institution of Engineers (India) exams; or degree/diploma from foreign institutions recognized by Government; or Graduate Membership of Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (India); or Associate Membership Parts II/III Sections A/B of Aeronautical Society of India; or Graduate Membership of Institution of Electronics and Radio Engineers, London (post Nov 1959).
- Specific for Certain Posts: For Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics) and Indian Radio Regulatory Service: M.Sc. or equivalent in Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Physics, or Radio Engineering; or Master's in Science with Physics and Radio Communication/Electronics/Telecommunication.
✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Selection Process:
- Stage I: Engineering Services (Preliminary/Stage-I) Examination (Objective Type Papers).
- Stage II: Engineering Services (Mains/Stage-II) Examination (Conventional Type Papers).
- Stage III: Personality Test.
✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Preliminary Exam Centres:
AGARTALA, AHMEDABAD, AIZAWL, ALIGARH, ALLAHABAD, BANGALORE, BAREILLY, BHOPAL, CHANDIGARH, CHENNAI, CUTTACK, DEHRADUN, DELHI, DHARWAD, DISPUR, GANGTOK, HYDERABAD, IMPHAL, ITANAGAR, JAIPUR, JAMMU, JORHAT, KOCHI (COCHIN), KOHIMA, KOLKATA, LUCKNOW, MADURAI, MUMBAI, NAGPUR, PANAJI (GOA), PATNA, PORT BLAIR, RAIPUR, RANCHI, SAMBALPUR, SHILLONG, SHIMLA, SRINAGAR, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, TIRUPATI, UDAIPUR, VISAKHAPATNAM.
✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Application Fee:
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General / OBC / EWS Candidates |
₹ 200/- |
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SC / ST / PwBD Candidates |
Nil |
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Payment Method |
SBI Cash Deposit / Net Banking / Visa/Master Credit/Debit Card |
✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Important Dates:
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Opening Date for Online Application |
26th September 2025 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
16th October 2025 (18:00 Hours) |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
16th October 2025 |
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Tentative Preliminary Exam Date |
8th February 2026 |
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Tentative Mains Exam Date |
10th August 2026 |
✅ UPSC ESE 2026 Important Links:
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UPSC Detailed Notification PDF |
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UPSC Direct Apply Online link |
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Latest Engineering Govt Jobs |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
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Follow IndGovtJobs Social Channels |
✅ How to Apply UPSC ESE 2026:
➢ Eligible Candidates are required to apply online through UPSC Online Portal.
➢ The candidates first required to done One Time Registration (OTR) Platform.
➢ The candidates are required to enter all details and upload relevant documents.
➢ The last date for submission of online applications is 16/10/2025(Thursday) till 6:00 PM.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the age limit for UPSC ESE 2026?
21 to 30 years as on 1st January 2026 (born not earlier than 2nd January 1996 and not later than 1st January 2005). Age relaxation applicable as per Government rules.
What are the eligibility criteria for UPSC ESE 2026?
Engineering degree from recognized Indian university or equivalent; or passed IEI Sections A/B; or recognized foreign degree/diploma; or specific memberships/exams from professional bodies. Additional M.Sc. options for certain electronics posts.
What is the selection process for UPSC ESE 2026?
Stage I: Preliminary Exam (Objective); Stage II: Mains Exam (Conventional); Stage III: Personality Test.
What is the last date to apply for UPSC ESE 2026?
16th October 2025 (18:00 Hours).
What is the total number of vacancies for UPSC ESE 2026?
474 vacancies (including 26 for PwBD) across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering categories.