UPSC ESE 2027 Notification Out for 480 Engineering Services Vacancies

UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027

UPSC ESE 2027 Notification Out, Apply Online For 480 Engineering Services Examination Vacancies

Comprehensive notification details, participating services, age limits, educational criteria, fee structure, and step-by-step application instructions for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027.

Official Website: upsc.gov.in

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published the notification for the Engineering Services Examination 2027 under Advertisement Number 02/2027-ENGG. Aspiring candidates looking to build a career in premier Central Government engineering services can submit their online applications through the designated portal. This nationwide competitive recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 480 vacancies spanning Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering disciplines. Candidates are required to carefully verify their age limits, nationality rules, and professional qualifications before initiating the multi-stage registration process on the official portal.

Recruitment Event	Important Dates & Details
Notification Release Date	16th September 2026
Application Start Date	16th September 2026
Last Date for Online Submission	06th October 2026 (up to 06:00 P.M.)
Preliminary Examination Date	31st January 2027
Main Examination Date	18th June 2027
Total Estimated Vacancies	480 Posts (subject to alteration)

UPSC ESE Participating Engineering Services and Categories

Recruitment through the Engineering Services Examination 2027 is structured across four main technical streams. Selected candidates are assigned to prestigious Group-A and Group-B posts within various central ministries, departments, and railway cadres.

Engineering Category	Allocated Participating Services & Posts
Category I: Civil Engineering	Central Engineering Service, CES (Roads), Survey of India Group ‘A’, AEE (Civil) in Border Roads Organisation, AEE (QS&C) in MES Surveyor Cadre, Central Water Engineering Service, Indian Skill Development Service, IRMS (Civil), IRMS (Stores) Civil Engg. Posts, Indian Defence Service of Engineers.
Category II: Mechanical Engineering	AEE in GSI Engineering Service Gr ‘A’, Indian Naval Material Management Service, Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II, AEE (Electrical and Mechanical) in Border Roads Engineering Service, Indian Skill Development Service, IRMS (Mechanical), IRMS (Stores) Mechanical Engg. Posts, Indian Defence Service of Engineers, Indian Naval Armament Service, Central Water Engineering Service, Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service, Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’.
Category III: Electrical Engineering	Central Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Service, Indian Naval Material Management Service, Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’, Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II, Indian Skill Development Service, IRMS (Electrical), IRMS (Stores) Electrical Engg. Posts, Indian Defence Service of Engineers, Indian Naval Armament Service.
Category IV: Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering	Indian Radio Regulatory Service Gr ‘A’, Indian Telecommunications Service Gr ‘A’, Indian Naval Material Management Service, Indian Naval Armament Service, Indian Skill Development Service, Junior Telecom Officer Gr ‘B’, IRMS (Signal & Telecommunication), IRMS (Stores) S&T Engg. Posts, Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’.

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UPSC ESE Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits

Applicants must fulfill strict eligibility standards regarding nationality, educational credentials, and age limits as of 1st January 2027.

Parameter	Requirement & Relaxations
Nationality Standards	Must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who settled before 1st January 1962, or a person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with permanent settlement intentions.
Standard Age Limits	Must have attained 21 years and must not have attained 30 years as on 01.01.2027 (born between 02.01.1997 and 01.01.2006).
Category Age Relaxations	Up to 5 years for SC/ST; up to 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer); up to 5 years for Government servants under specific departments; up to 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Educational Qualifications	Obtained an Engineering Degree from a recognized Indian university/institution, passed Sections A and B of Institution Examinations (IEI), or hold equivalent foreign engineering qualifications recognized by the Government.

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UPSC Engineering Services Examination Fee Structure

Candidates applying for the examination are required to pay a nominal fee unless exempted under specified community and gender criteria.

Applicant Category	Fee Amount & Payment Mode
General, OBC, and EWS Male Candidates	Rs. 200/- payable via Net Banking, Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
Female, SC, ST, and PwBD Candidates	Exempted from fee payment entirely.

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UPSC ESE Selection Process and Examination Scheme

The recruitment procedure comprises three rigorous stages designed to assess technical competence, analytical aptitude, and leadership traits.

Examination Stage	Subject Papers, Duration, and Marks
Stage-I: Preliminary Exam (Objective Type)	Paper-I (General Studies & Engineering Aptitude): 2 hrs, 200 marks. Paper-II (Engineering Discipline): 3 hrs, 300 marks. Total Marks: 500. Features negative marking (1/3rd penalty for wrong answers).
Stage-II: Main Exam (Conventional Type)	Paper-I (Engineering Discipline): 3 hrs, 300 marks. Paper-II (Engineering Discipline): 3 hrs, 300 marks. Total Marks: 600. Conducted in English only.
Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview	Carries 200 marks. Assesses leadership, intellectual curiosity, tact, and integrity. Final merit list is determined by combining scores from all three stages.

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How to Apply Online for UPSC ESE 2027

Eligible candidates must complete their registration through the official portal by adhering to the prescribed modular steps.

Step Number	Application Procedure Instructions
Step 1	Visit the official online application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in.
Step 2	Complete the Account Creation module to generate your permanent Universal Registration Number (URN).
Step 3	Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) with personal, educational, and identity details (Aadhaar card recommended).
Step 4	Upload scanned photographs (including live photo capture) and black ink signatures on white paper as per prescribed size limits (20 KB to 300 KB).
Step 5	Proceed to the Examination Specific Module to select your preferred examination centre and engineering discipline, then pay the required fee.
Step 6	Submit the application form and save a printout along with the generated Application Number and URN for future reference.

Important Links and Official Downloads

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to submit the UPSC ESE 2027 online application?

Ans: The last date to submit online applications is 06th October 2026 up to 06:00 P.M.

Q2. How many vacancies are announced under UPSC ESE 2027?

Ans: Approximately 480 vacancies have been announced across various engineering disciplines.

Q3. What is the application fee for General and OBC candidates?

Ans: General, OBC, and EWS male candidates must pay an application fee of Rs. 200/-.

Q4. Are female candidates required to pay the application fee?

Ans: No, all female candidates along with SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from fee payment.

Q5. When is the UPSC ESE Preliminary Examination scheduled?

Ans: The Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on 31st January 2027.

Q6. What is the age limit for UPSC ESE 2027?

Ans: Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of 1st January 2027, with permissible relaxations for reserved categories.

Q7. Where can I apply for the examination?

Ans: Eligible aspirants can apply online through the official portal https://upsconline.nic.in.

Q8. When will the Main Examination take place?

Ans: The Engineering Services Main Examination is scheduled for 18th June 2027.

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