UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Recruitment 2026: Total 474 Vacancies
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 Recruitment. This is one of the most prestigious central government jobs examinations in India, offering opportunities in various engineering services across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication branches.
Job seekers aiming for a sarkari naukri in top engineering services should not miss this opportunity. The notification provides complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility, exam dates, and the selection process. Candidates can now apply online for UPSC ESE 2026 through the official portal.
Key Highlights:
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name: Engineering Services (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication)
Examination Notice No.: 02/2026 ENGG
Total Vacancies: Approximately 474 posts (including 26 PwBD seats)
Application Mode: Online
Application Start Date: 26 September 2025
Application Last Date: 16 October 2025 (till 6:00 PM)
Exam Date: Preliminary Exam – 8 February 2026
Type of Job: Permanent Central Government Job
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Engineering Services (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication) | 474 (approx.) |
Education Qualification & Experience
Civil Engineering – B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
Mechanical Engineering – B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Electrical Engineering – B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering –
B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Telecommunication or equivalent.
Graduate Membership of Institution of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineers (India).
AMAeSI (Aeronautical Society of India – Sections A & B).
Graduate Membership of Institution of Electronics & Radio Engineers, London (after Nov 1959).
For Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics Engg. Posts): M.Sc. in Wireless Communication, Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engineering.
For Indian Radio Regulatory Service (Group A): M.Sc. in Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Physics, Radio Communication, Electronics or Telecommunication
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 30 years as of 1st January 2026 (born not earlier than 2nd January 1996 and not later than 1st January 2005)
Relaxations:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years
Ex-servicemen and Government employees – as per rules
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: ₹200
Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted from fee
Mode of Payment: SBI Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI
Salary/ Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed to various Group A/B engineering services under the Government of India, with salary as per Central Government norms (7th CPC).
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 26 September 2025
Last Date to Apply: 16 October 2025 (till 6:00 PM)
Preliminary Exam Date: 8 February 2026
Admit Card: To be released one week before exam
How to Apply
Visit www.upsconline.nic.in.
Create an account and generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) with personal, educational, and category details.
Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
Pay the fee (if applicable) through online payment methods.
Submit the form and download/print the application for future reference
Selection Process
The UPSC ESE 2026 selection will be conducted in three stages:
Stage-I: Preliminary Exam (Objective Type) – 500 Marks
Stage-II: Main Exam (Conventional Papers) – 600 Marks
Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview – 200 Marks
Final ranking will be based on marks obtained in Prelims + Mains + Interview.
Official Website and Notification Link
For complete details, eligibility criteria, and instructions, please visit the official website:
FAQ :
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Approximately 474 vacancies including 26 for PwBD.
Q2. What is the application fee for UPSC Engineering Services Exam 2026?
Ans: ₹200 for General/OBC/EWS; Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted.
Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: 21 to 30 years as of 1st January 2026 (with applicable relaxations).
Q4. What is the last date to apply for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 16 October 2025 till 6:00 PM.
Q5. What is the selection process for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Selection includes Prelims, Mains, and Personality Test/Interview.