Short Detail:
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027, offering a total of approximately 480 vacancies. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online between 16/09/2026 and 06/10/2026 (06:00 PM). Applicants who are eligible for Engineering Services Examination are advised to check the complete details regarding eligibility, application fee, age limit, and selection process in the official notification provided below.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
UPSC Engineering Services Examination ESE 2027
Advt No.: 02/2027-ENGG
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 16/09/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 16/09/2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 06/10/2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | 06/10/2026 |
| Form Correction Window | N/A |
| Admit Card Date | Not Available |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 31/01/2027 |
| Main Exam Date | 18/06/2027 |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| Gen / OBC / EWS Male | ₹200/- |
| Female / SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- |
Note: Applicants can make the payment of application fees using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI services.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/01/2027
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Date of Birth Range | 02/01/1997 to 01/01/2006 |
| Remarks | Relaxation is allowed for eligible categories under UPSC ESE 2027 rules. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Extra Age | Upper Age |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years | 35 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years | 33 Years |
| Defence Personnel disabled during service | 3 Years | 33 Years |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs | 5 Years | 35 Years |
| PH / PwBD | 10 Years | 40 Years |
| Eligible Departmental Candidates | Up to 5 Years | 35 Years |
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027
Total Posts: Approximately 480
| Details | Posts |
|---|---|
| Expected Total Posts | Approximately 480 |
| PwBD Horizontal Reservation | 19 |
| Locomotor Disability and related categories | 11 |
| Hard of Hearing | 6 |
| Low Vision | 1 |
| Specific Learning Disability / Multiple Disability | 1 |
Eligibility Details
| Engineering Trade | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | A recognised degree in Civil Engineering or another accepted equivalent qualification. |
| Mechanical Engineering | A recognised degree in Mechanical Engineering or another accepted equivalent qualification. |
| Electrical Engineering | A recognised degree in Electrical Engineering or another accepted equivalent qualification. |
| Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | A recognised degree in Electronics / Telecommunication Engineering or another accepted equivalent qualification. Specified M.Sc. qualifications are accepted for certain services. |
Other professional engineering qualifications named in the notice are also accepted. Final-year candidates can apply provisionally. Every applicant must meet the nationality rules.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Link 1 | Link 2 |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
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UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
| Stage | Exam Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage-I | Preliminary Examination (Objective) | 500 |
| Stage-II | Main Examination (Written / Conventional) | 600 |
| Stage-III | Personality Test | 200 |
| Final Merit | Combined score of all stages | 1,300 |
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Paper | Topic | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies and Engineering Aptitude | 2 Hours | 200 |
| Paper-II | Chosen Engineering Trade | 3 Hours | 300 |
| Total | 500 |
Every wrong answer in the objective papers attracts a penalty of one-third of the marks assigned to that question.
Main Exam Pattern
| Paper | Topic | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Chosen Engineering Trade Paper-I | 3 Hours | 300 |
| Paper-II | Chosen Engineering Trade Paper-II | 3 Hours | 300 |
| Total | 600 |
Main papers are descriptive and must be answered in English. A basic non-programmable calculator may be used only for these papers.
Personality Test
The interview has 200 marks. UPSC checks practical understanding, confidence, leadership, judgement, communication and personal qualities.
Engineering Trades and Services
| Engineering Trade | Main Participating Services / Posts |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Central Engineering Service; Central Engineering Service (Roads); Survey of India; Border Roads Engineering Service; MES Surveyor Cadre; Central Water Engineering Service; Indian Skill Development Service; Indian Railway Management Service; Indian Defence Service of Engineers. |
| Mechanical Engineering | GSI Engineering Service; Naval Material Management Service; Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service; Border Roads Engineering Service; Indian Skill Development Service; Indian Railway Management Service; Indian Defence Service of Engineers; Naval Armament Service; Central Water Engineering Service; Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service; Central Power Engineering Service. |
| Electrical Engineering | Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service; Naval Material Management Service; Central Power Engineering Service; Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service; Indian Skill Development Service; Indian Railway Management Service; Indian Defence Service of Engineers; Naval Armament Service. |
| Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Indian Radio Regulatory Service; Indian Telecommunications Service; Naval Material Management Service; Indian Skill Development Service; Junior Telecom Officer; Indian Railway Management Service; Central Power Engineering Service. |
UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027: Important Questions & Answers
What is the closing date for UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027?
The application form will remain open until 06/10/2026 at 6:00 PM. Candidates should submit the form and fee before this time. The supplied notice does not give a separate correction period.
What are the engineering trades in UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027?
Candidates can appear under Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. They must select the suitable trade according to their engineering qualification and the service they want to join.
When is the UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027 Prelims?
The Preliminary Examination will be conducted on 31/01/2027. It has two objective papers worth 500 marks. The admit card date is not available in the supplied notification.
How many posts are available in UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027?
The notice shows nearly 480 posts in different Central Government engineering services. Out of these, 19 posts are included under PwBD horizontal reservation. The final category-wise breakup is not given.
What is the age limit for UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027?
The normal age range is 21 to 30 years on 01/01/2027. The candidate should be born from 02/01/1997 to 01/01/2006. Eligible reserved and departmental candidates can claim relaxation.
What is the application fee for UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027?
General, OBC and EWS male applicants need to pay ₹200. Female, SC, ST and PwBD applicants do not pay any fee. Online payment can be made through banking, cards or UPI.
What qualification is needed for UPSC Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027?
A recognised engineering degree in the chosen trade or another accepted professional engineering qualification is required. Final-year students may apply provisionally. Some notified Electronics and Radio services also allow specified M.Sc. qualifications.
How does UPSC select candidates for Engineering Services Examination Vacancy 2027?
The process includes a 500-mark Preliminary Examination, a 600-mark Main Examination and a 200-mark Personality Test. Marks from all three stages are added for final merit and service allotment.