UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027 Notification

UPSC ESE 2027 Recruitment Overview

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is inviting applications for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027. This prestigious exam recruits candidates for Group 'A' and Group 'B' services across various Central Government Ministries and Departments.

🛠️ Engineering Disciplines

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

📅 Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16.09.2026
• Online Application Start: 16.09.2026
• Last Date to Apply: 06.10.2026
• Preliminary Examination (Stage-I): 31.01.2027
• Main Examination (Stage-II): 18.06.2027

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: A degree in Engineering from a recognized University or specified professional membership examinations (e.g., Institution of Engineers India).
• Age Limit: 21 to 30 years as of 01.01.2027.
• Age Relaxations:

  • SC/ST: Up to 5 years
  • OBC: Up to 3 years
  • PwBD: Up to 10 years

📝 Selection Process

1. Stage-I (Preliminary): Objective type (General Studies & Engineering Aptitude + Discipline specific).
2. Stage-II (Main): Conventional type (Discipline specific).
3. Stage-III (Interview): Personality Test.

💰 Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹200
• Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted