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UPSC ESE 2027 Notification Out: Key Dates, Vacancies, Eligibility, and Strategy
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027 Notification (Notice No. 02/2027-ENGG.). It offers Class-1/Group-A officer positions across departments like IRMS, CPWD, IDSE, and CWES.
Important Highlights:
- Notification Date: September 16, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: October 06, 2026 (6:00 PM)
- Prelims Date: January 31, 2027
- Mains Date: June 18, 2027
- Vacancies: ~480 Posts
1. Important Dates & Timeline
| Event / Stage | Official Schedule |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 16th September 2026 |
| Application Window | 16th Sept – 06th Oct 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Stage-I) | 31st January 2027 |
| Mains Exam (Stage-II) | 18th June 2027 |
2. Category-Wise Vacancies
An estimated 480 vacancies are available across four primary disciplines:
- Category I: Civil Engineering
- Category II: Mechanical Engineering
- Category III: Electrical Engineering
- Category IV: Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
3. Eligibility Criteria
A. Age Limit (as on 1st Jan 2027)
Must be between 21 and 30 years (born between 2nd Jan 1997 and 1st Jan 2006).
Relaxations: SC/ST: 5 Years | OBC: 3 Years | PwBD: 10 Years.
B. Qualification
Engineering Degree (B.E./B.Tech). Final year students are also eligible to apply provisionally.
4. Exam Scheme & Selection Process
| Stage | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage-I | Prelims (Objective) | 500 Marks |
| Stage-II | Mains (Conventional) | 600 Marks |
| Stage-III | Personality Test | 200 Marks |
| Total | 1300 Marks | |
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can final-year students apply?
Yes, final-year engineering students can apply provisionally.
Q2. Is there negative marking in Prelims?
Yes, 1/3rd (0.33) marks penalty for every wrong answer in Stage-I.
Q3. What is the application fee?
₹200 for General/OBC Men. Females, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt.
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