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UPSC ESE 2026<\/strong>: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 Notification<\/strong> on 26th September 2025<\/strong>. Candidates from Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication engineering streams can apply for UPSC ESE 2026. This exam is one of the most prestigious competitive examinations in India, conducted to recruit engineers for Group A and Group B posts in various government departments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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UPSC ESE 2026 \u2013 Quick Highlights<\/a><\/li>
UPSC ESE 2026 \u2013 Important Dates<\/a><\/li>
UPSC ESE 2026 Notification & Application Links<\/a><\/li>
UPSC ESE 2026 Vacancies<\/a><\/li>
UPSC ESE 2026 Eligibility Criteria<\/a>
Nationality<\/a><\/li>
Age Limit<\/a><\/li>
Educational Qualification<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
UPSC ESE 2026 Application Fee<\/a><\/li>
UPSC ESE 2026 Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li>
How to Apply for UPSC ESE 2026?<\/a><\/li>
UPSC ESE 2026 Preparation Tips<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) \u2013 UPSC ESE 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n
<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 \u2013 Quick Highlights<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/th> Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Exam Name<\/strong><\/td> UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026<\/td><\/tr>
Conducting Body<\/strong><\/td> Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)<\/td><\/tr>
Notification Release Date<\/strong><\/td> 26th September 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Total Vacancies<\/strong><\/td> 474 (including 26 PwBD vacancies)<\/td><\/tr>
Application Mode<\/strong><\/td> Online<\/td><\/tr>
Application Start Date<\/strong><\/td> 26th September 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Last Date to Apply<\/strong><\/td> 16th October 2025 (till 6:00 PM)<\/td><\/tr>
Prelims Exam Date<\/strong><\/td> 8th February 2026<\/td><\/tr>
Mains Exam Date<\/strong><\/td> To be announced<\/td><\/tr>
Admit Card Release<\/strong><\/td> Last week of January 2026<\/td><\/tr>
Official Website<\/strong><\/td> www.upsc.gov.in<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 \u2013 Important Dates<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Notification Release Date:<\/strong> 26th September 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Online Application Start Date:<\/strong> 26th September 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Last Date to Apply Online:<\/strong> 16th October 2025 (till 6:00 PM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Preliminary Exam Date:<\/strong> 8th February 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Admit Card Release:<\/strong> Last week of January 2026 (tentative)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 Notification & Application Links<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Resource<\/th> Link<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Official UPSC ESE 2026 Notification PDF<\/strong><\/td> Download Here<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Apply Online for UPSC ESE 2026<\/strong><\/td> Click Here<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
UPSC Official Website<\/strong><\/td> www.upsc.gov.in<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Online Application Portal<\/strong><\/td> www.upsconline.nic.in<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 Vacancies<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The total number of vacancies announced for UPSC ESE 2026<\/strong> is approximately 474<\/strong>, including 26 vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)<\/strong>. The vacancies are distributed across:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Civil Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Mechanical Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Electrical Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 Eligibility Criteria<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nationality<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Candidates must be either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Citizen of India, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Subject of Nepal\/Bhutan, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Tibetan refugee (before 1st January 1962), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Person of Indian origin migrated from select countries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Age Limit<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Minimum Age: 21 years<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Maximum Age: 30 years<\/strong> (as of 1st January 2026, born between 2nd January 1996 and 1st January 2005).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Age relaxation applicable for SC\/ST\/OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Government servants as per rules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Educational Qualification<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A degree in Engineering from a recognized University\/Institution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Equivalent qualifications such as AMIE, IETE, or Aeronautical Society of India (with restrictions as per recent rulings).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 Application Fee<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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General\/OBC\/EWS Male Candidates:<\/strong> \u20b9200<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Female\/SC\/ST\/PwBD Candidates:<\/strong> Exempted from fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Fee can be paid via SBI branches, Debit\/Credit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 Exam Pattern<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The selection process is conducted in three stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)<\/strong>\n
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Paper I: General Studies & Engineering Aptitude (200 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Paper II: Engineering Discipline Specific (300 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Main Examination (Conventional Type)<\/strong> \u2013 Two papers of 300 marks each (total 600 marks).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Personality Test \/ Interview<\/strong> \u2013 200 marks<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Final selection will be based on marks secured in all three stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>How to Apply for UPSC ESE 2026?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Visit the official website: www.upsconline.nic.in<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Create an account and generate a Universal Registration Number (URN)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fill the Common Application Form (CAF)<\/strong> and upload necessary documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pay the application fee (if applicable).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Submit the form and take a printout for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Note:<\/strong> Candidates must carefully check details before submission. No changes will be allowed after submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 Preparation Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Go through the previous years\u2019 question papers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Focus on General Studies & Engineering Aptitude<\/strong> for Paper I.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Revise core engineering subjects regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Practice answer writing for conventional papers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Stay updated with current affairs related to engineering & infrastructure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026<\/strong> is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates to join prestigious Group A and B services of the Government of India. Interested candidates must apply before 16th October 2025<\/strong> and start preparing strategically for the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) \u2013 UPSC ESE 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Q1. What is the UPSC ESE 2026 Exam date?<\/strong>
The UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026<\/strong> will be held on 8th February 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q2. How many vacancies are announced in UPSC ESE 2026?<\/strong>
UPSC has announced 474 vacancies<\/strong> for ESE 2026, including 26 vacancies reserved for PwBD candidates<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q3. What is the last date to apply for UPSC ESE 2026?<\/strong>
The last date to submit the UPSC ESE 2026 application form<\/strong> is 16th October 2025 (till 6:00 PM)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q4. What is the age limit for UPSC ESE 2026?<\/strong>
Candidates must be between 21 to 30 years<\/strong> as of 1st January 2026<\/strong>. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per UPSC rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q5. What is the educational qualification required for UPSC ESE Notification <\/strong>2026?<\/strong>
A candidate must hold a degree in Engineering<\/strong> from a recognized University\/Institution or possess an equivalent qualification such as AMIE, IETE, etc., as specified in the notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q6. How can I apply for UPSC ESE Notification <\/strong>2026?<\/strong>
Candidates must apply online through the official website www.upsconline.nic.in<\/a> by creating a Universal Registration Number (URN)<\/strong> and filling the Common Application Form (CAF)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q7. What is the application fee for UPSC ESE Notification 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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General\/OBC\/EWS Male Candidates: \u20b9200<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Female\/SC\/ST\/PwBD Candidates: No Fee<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Q8. What is the exam pattern of UPSC ESE Notification <\/strong>2026?<\/strong>
The exam consists of three stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Prelims (Objective Type)<\/strong> \u2013 500 marks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Mains (Conventional Papers)<\/strong> \u2013 600 marks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Interview\/Personality Test<\/strong> \u2013 200 marks<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Q9. Where can I download the UPSC ESE Notification <\/strong>2026 Admit Card?<\/strong>
The ESE 2026 Admit Card<\/strong> will be available on the UPSC official website www.upsc.gov.in<\/a> in the last week of January 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q10. Is there negative marking in UPSC ESE Notification <\/strong>2026?<\/strong>
Yes, negative marking<\/strong> will be applicable in the objective-type papers of the Preliminary Examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>UPSC ESE 2026 Eligibility Criteria<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Nationality<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nCandidates must be either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\nCitizen of India, or<\/li>\n\n\n\nSubject of Nepal\/Bhutan, or<\/li>\n\n\n\nTibetan refugee (before 1st January 1962), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Nationality<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nCandidates must be either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\nCitizen of India, or<\/li>\n\n\n\nSubject of Nepal\/Bhutan, or<\/li>\n\n\n\nTibetan refugee (before 1st January 1962), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n