The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027. Around 480 vacancies will be filled through the examination. Candidates with the required engineering qualifications can apply online.
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2027: Overview
- Exam Name: Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027
- Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Total Vacancies: Approximately 480
- Application Mode: Online
- Preliminary Exam: 31 January 2027
- Main Exam: 18 June 2027
- Engineering Categories: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication
- Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Important Dates
| Application Starts | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 October 2026 |
UPSC ESE 2027 Vacancy & Engineering Branches
Candidates can apply for one of the following engineering categories:
| Category | Engineering Discipline |
|---|---|
| I | Civil Engineering |
| II | Mechanical Engineering |
| III | Electrical Engineering |
| IV | Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
The vacancy figure of approximately 480 posts is provisional and may be changed by UPSC.
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2027: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Engineering Degree | Degree in Engineering from a recognised university/institution in India |
| Institution of Engineers (India) | Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India) |
| Foreign Qualification | Engineering degree/diploma from a recognised foreign university/institution under prescribed conditions |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (India) |
| Aeronautical Engineering | Associate Membership Examination Parts II and III/Sections A and B of the Aeronautical Society of India |
| Electronics/Radio Engineering | Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Radio Engineers, London, held after November 1959 |
For certain posts, including the Indian Naval Armament Service and Indian Radio Regulatory Service, specified M.Sc. qualifications in relevant subjects are also accepted.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Cut-off | 1 January 2027 |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per Government rules |
Age relaxation
| Category | Maximum Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | Up to 5 years |
| OBC | Up to 3 years |
| Eligible Defence personnel disabled in operations | Up to 3 years |
| Eligible Ex-servicemen | Up to 5 years |
| Eligible ECOs/SSCOs | Up to 5 years |
| PwBD categories specified in the notification | Up to 10 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹200 |
| Female, SC/ST, PwBD | No Fee |
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2027: Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted in three stages:
- Engineering Services Preliminary Examination
- Engineering Services Main Examination
- Personality Test/Interview
Candidates who qualify in Stage I are admitted to Stage II. Candidates meeting the required qualifying standards in Stage I and Stage II are called for the Personality Test/Interview.
Final allocation to services/posts is made based on the candidate’s merit, preferences and available vacancies, subject to the applicable requirements.
Documents Required for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2027
Candidates should keep scanned copies of the following documents ready:
- Date of birth certificate
- Educational qualification certificate
- Category certificate, wherever applicable
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate, wherever applicable
- Age or fee concession certificate, wherever applicable
- PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
- Other supporting documents required for claims made in the application
Original documents are required at the Personality Test/Interview stage.
How to Apply for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2027
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the UPSC online application portal.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the ESE 2027 application form.
- Select your engineering discipline and examination centre.
- Upload the required documents and photograph.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the form before 6 October 2026, 6:00 PM.
- Save the application details for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only.
- Candidates should carefully check their eligibility before applying.
- The uploaded photograph and live photograph must comply with the prescribed instructions.
- Candidates must upload their signature as required by UPSC.
- A valid photo ID must be provided in the URN profile.
- Candidates should use the same photo ID while appearing for the examination.
- Black ballpoint pen must be used for marking answers on the OMR sheet.
- Negative marking applies to objective-type papers.
- Mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, AI-enabled glasses and other prohibited electronic devices are not allowed in the examination venue.
- Candidates must undergo face authentication at the examination venue.
- Entry to the examination venue closes 30 minutes before the commencement of each session.
Important links
| UPSC Official Website | Click here |
| UPSC ESE Recruitment Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
FAQs on UPSC ESE Recruitment 2027
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for UPSC ESE 2027?
Around 480 vacancies are expected to be filled.
Q2. What is the age limit for UPSC ESE 2027?
The age limit is 21 to 30 years as on 1 January 2027, subject to relaxation.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 6 October 2026, up to 6:00 PM.
Q4. When is the UPSC ESE Preliminary Exam 2027?
The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 31 January 2027.
Q5. Can I apply for more than one engineering category?
No. Candidates can apply for only one engineering category.
