Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), UPSC ESE Recruitment 2025 has released the official notification for the Engineering Services Examination 2025. This recruitment will be done for a total of 474 posts. Candidates with a Diploma/Degree (Engineering) or M.Sc. can apply online. Candidates are advised to read the official notification before applying.
The application process for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2025 has started from 26 September 2025 and application forms will be filled till 16 October 2025. To apply, the minimum age of the candidate should be 21 years and maximum age should be 30 years.
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2025
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) : Short Details of Notification
Examination Notice No. 02/2026 ENGG. | Short Details of Notification
Important Date
- Notification Released : 26 September 2025
- Application Start : 26 September 2025
- Online Apply Last Date : 16 October 2025
- Last Date For Fee Payment : 16 October 2025
- Correction Date : As per Schedule
- ESE Prelims Exam Date : 08 February 2026
- ESE Mains Exam Date : Notify Soon
- Admit Card : Before Exam
- Result Date : Notify Soon
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS : 200/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female : 00/-
- Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Mode Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking Only.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 21 years
- Maximum Age : 30 years
- Age relaxation for Reserved Category candidates as per Rules.
No. of Post
474 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have a Degree in Engineering/Technology (BE/BTech) from a recognized Government Institute/University or equivalent qualification in disciplines like Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunication.
- For More Details Read the Official Notification.
Salary
- Basic Salary: Rs. 15,600/- to Rs. 39,100/- Per Month.
Stage of Examinatiom
- Preliminary Exam
- Mains Exam
- Interview
Preliminary Test
| Papers | Subjects | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies & Engineering Aptitude Paper | 200 Marks | 2 Hours | 1/3 Marks |
| Paper-II | Engineering Discipline – Specific Paper | 300 Marks | 3 Hours | |
| Total | 500 Marks | 5 Hours |
Main Exam (Conventional Paper)
| Papers | Subjects | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Engineering Discipline – Specific Paper – I | 300 Marks | 3 Hours | No Negative Marking |
| Paper-II | Engineering Discipline – Specific Paper – II | 300 Marks | 3 Hours | |
| Total | 600 Marks | 6 Hours |
Syllabus Overview
Common Paper (Prelims Paper I)
General Studies & Engineering Aptitude (all branches):
- Engineering Mathematics, Aptitude, Reasoning
- Ethics, Safety, Engineer in Society
- Current Issues of National and International Importance
- Project Management, Standards, Design Basics
- ICT, Energy and Environment, Material Science
Technical Paper (Prelims Paper II & Mains Papers I & II
Branch-specific detailed syllabus for:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Example (Electrical Engineering topics):
- Engineering Mathematics
- Electrical Circuits & Fields
- Electrical & Electronic Measurements
- Computer Fundamentals
- Analog and Digital Electronics
- Power Systems, Machines, Control Systems
- Power Electronics and Drives
For branch-wise complete syllabus and topic list, refer to the official UPSC notification PDF and relevant coaching resources.
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2025: How to Apply
- Visit the official website (https://upsconline.nic.in/) of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Candidates Can Apply Between 26 September 2025 to 16 October 2025.
- Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying in “UPSC ESE Recruitment 2025”.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All details Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ |
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