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UPSC ESE 2027
UPSC Engineering Services Examination · यूपीएससी इंजीनियरिंग सेवा परीक्षा
What is UPSC ESE?
UPSC ESE (IES) recruits engineering graduates as Group A officers in Railways, CPWD, Central Water Engineering, Defence and Telecom services, in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication disciplines.
The exam has three stages: an objective Preliminary, a conventional (descriptive) Main exam and a Personality Test, for a total of 1,300 marks.
- Conducting body
- UPSC
- Qualification
- Degree in engineering from a recognised university, or equivalent (for example, AMIE)
- Age limit
- 21–30 years
- Exam stages
- 4 stages: Preliminary — Paper I (General Studies and Engineering Aptitude), Preliminary — Paper II (Engineering discipline), Main examination, Personality test
- 2027 vacancies
- 480 vacancies
- Negative marking
- One-third of the marks of that question
UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) 2027: important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 16 Sep 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Preliminary exam | 31 Jan 2027 |
| Main exam | 18 Jun 2027 |
Latest UPSC ESE updates
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How to apply for UPSC ESE
- 1Create or update your One Time Registration (OTR) profile on upsconline.gov.in
- 2Fill the online application for Engineering Services (Preliminary) on upsconline.gov.in while the notification is open
- 3Upload photograph, signature and photo ID details, and choose your exam centre
- 4Pay the fee online (or in cash at an SBI branch where permitted) unless exempt
- 5Submit and download the completed application
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UPSC ESE eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Degree in engineering from a recognised university, or equivalent (for example, AMIE). Some services accept an M.Sc. in specified subjects.
- Age limit
- 21–30 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India, or other categories as specified in the notification.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (male) | ₹200 |
| Women, SC, ST and PwBD | Exempted (no fee) |
UPSC ESE exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary — Paper I (General Studies and Engineering Aptitude) | Objective | — | 200 | 120 min |
| Preliminary — Paper II (Engineering discipline) | Objective | — | 300 | 180 min |
| Main examination | Conventional (descriptive) | — | 600 | 360 min |
| Personality test | Interview | — | 200 | — |
UPSC ESE syllabus
Preliminary Paper I
General Studies and Engineering Aptitude
Current issues, Engineering aptitude, Engineering mathematics and numerical analysis, General principles of design, drawing and safety, Standards and quality practices, Basics of energy and environment, Basics of project management, Basics of material science, Information and communication technologies, Ethics and values in engineering
Engineering discipline
Branch-specific
Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Selection process
- 1Preliminary examination (objective)
- 2Main examination (conventional)
- 3Personality test
- 4Final merit on 1,300 marks
How to prepare for UPSC ESE
- GATE and ESE syllabi overlap heavily for the technical papers; plan them together.
Practice for UPSC ESE
Reading the syllabus is step one. Timed practice under the real UPSC ESE pattern is what moves your score. Our partner platform EduJha offers practice with instant scoring and explanations.
UPSC ESE: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for UPSC ESE?
The age limit for UPSC ESE is 21–30 years (as on 1 January of the exam year). Upper age relaxation: OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years, SC / ST 5 years, PwBD 10 years, Central Government employees (Group B/C) 5 years.
What is the educational qualification for UPSC ESE?
To apply for UPSC ESE: Degree in engineering from a recognised university, or equivalent (for example, AMIE). Some services accept an M.Sc. in specified subjects.
What is the selection process of UPSC ESE?
The UPSC ESE selection process is: Preliminary examination (objective) → Main examination (conventional) → Personality test → Final merit on 1,300 marks.
Is there negative marking in UPSC ESE?
Yes. Preliminary — Paper I (General Studies and Engineering Aptitude): One-third of the marks of that question; Preliminary — Paper II (Engineering discipline): One-third of the marks of that question.
How to apply for UPSC ESE?
Apply online on the official portal (https://upsconline.gov.in): 1) Create or update your One Time Registration (OTR) profile on upsconline.gov.in; 2) Fill the online application for Engineering Services (Preliminary) on upsconline.gov.in while the notification is open; 3) Upload photograph, signature and photo ID details, and choose your exam centre; 4) Pay the fee online (or in cash at an SBI branch where permitted) unless exempt; 5) Submit and download the completed application.
How many vacancies are there in UPSC ESE 2027?
UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) 2027 has 480 notified vacancies, as per the official notification.