The Union Public Service Commission has opened applications for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027, giving engineering graduates an opportunity to compete for approximately 480 vacancies across various Group A and Group B engineering services and posts.

The UPSC ESE 2027 notification was issued on September 16, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until October 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The Engineering Services Preliminary Examination will be conducted on January 31, 2027, while the Main Examination is scheduled for June 18, 2027.

The vacancies cover the four major engineering categories of Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering. Of the approximately 480 vacancies, 19 are reported as reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. 

Candidates planning to appear for ESE 2027 should complete the application process before the deadline rather than waiting until the final hours, when heavy traffic or incomplete documents could create problems.

UPSC ESE 2027 Last Date: Applications Close October 6 at 6 PM

Engineering graduates interested in UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 have until October 6 to submit their applications.

The application window closes at 6:00 PM on October 6, 2026. Candidates who have not yet completed registration should check their eligibility, educational details, identity documents, photograph and other required information before submitting the form.

The Preliminary Examination will be held on January 31, 2027. Candidates qualifying at the preliminary stage will move forward in the Engineering Services selection process. 

UPSC ESE Vacancy 2027: Around 480 Engineering Posts Available

UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 is being conducted for approximately 480 vacancies.

The recruitment covers engineering services and posts under four broad disciplines:

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

Around 19 vacancies are included for eligible PwBD candidates. The final vacancy position may be subject to changes under the recruitment rules.

UPSC ESE Eligibility 2027: Who Can Apply?

Candidates applying for UPSC ESE 2027 generally need to possess an engineering degree or another qualification recognized as equivalent under the detailed examination notification.

The standard age requirement is 21 to 30 years as of January 1, 2027. This corresponds to candidates born not earlier than January 2, 1997 and not later than January 1, 2006, subject to applicable category and service-related age relaxations. 

Candidates should carefully check the discipline-specific and service-specific eligibility conditions before submitting the application.

UPSC ESE 2027 Exam Dates: Prelims on January 31, Mains on June 18

UPSC has already announced the major examination dates for Engineering Services Examination 2027.

The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for January 31, 2027.

The Engineering Services Main Examination is scheduled for June 18, 2027.

Candidates therefore have a clearly defined preparation timeline once the October application process concludes.

UPSC ESE Selection Process 2027: Prelims, Mains and Personality Test

UPSC Engineering Services Examination follows a multi-stage selection process.

Candidates first appear for the Engineering Services Preliminary Examination. Those qualifying according to the prescribed criteria become eligible for the Main Examination.

Candidates clearing the Main stage are subsequently considered for the Personality Test or Interview, followed by other eligibility, document and medical requirements applicable to the concerned engineering service or post.

Final allocation depends on performance, preferences, eligibility, vacancies and applicable recruitment rules.

UPSC ESE Application Fee 2027: Check Fee and Exemption Rules

The application fee for UPSC ESE 2027 is ₹200 for candidates required to pay the examination fee.

Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST and PwBD categories are exempt from payment of the application fee under the notified rules.

Candidates should confirm their applicable fee category before completing payment.

UPSC ESE 2027: What Candidates Should Check Before Final Submission

Candidates should carefully review their ESE 2027 application before final submission. Important details include the candidate's name, date of birth, engineering discipline, educational qualification, category, contact information, photograph, signature and identity details.

Applicants should also verify that they have selected the correct engineering category because their examination papers and subsequent consideration for services will depend on the applicable discipline.

The completed application should be submitted before October 6 at 6:00 PM.