UPSC ESE Notification 2027 Out - Detailed Selection Process & Info
UPSC has released the 2027 ESE notification, offering a range of positions for candidates up to 35 years (5‑year relaxation). Apply before the deadline on 06 Oct 2026 to secure your spot in this prestigious exam.
Examination Syllabus & Subject Scheme
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination Name | Engineering Services Examination, 2027 (ESE 2027) |
| Examination Notice Number | 02/2027-ENGG. |
| Engineering Disciplines | Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
| Expected Total Vacancies | Approximately 480 (including 19 for PwBD candidates), subject to change |
| Application Mode | Online only, via https://upsconline.nic.in |
| Application Fee | ₹200 (Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates exempted) |
| Online Application Start Date | 16.09.2026 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | 31.01.2027 |
| Main Examination Date | 18.06.2027 |
| Selection Stages | Preliminary Examination (Stage-I) → Main Examination (Stage-II) → Personality Test/Interview (Stage-III) |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification of Examination | 16.09.2026 |
| Last Date for Filling up of Online Application | 06.10.2026 |
| Date of Preliminary (Stage-I) Examination | 31.01.2027 |
| Date of Main (Stage-II) Examination | 18.06.2027 |
| Personality Test/Interview (Stage-III) | Not specified in the notification; will be intimated to candidates who qualify Stage-II |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| PwBD Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Locomotor Disability (LD) | 11 |
| Hard of Hearing (HH) | Included within the 19 total (exact split by category in the official notice) |
| Low Vision (LV) | 1 |
| Specific Learning Disability & Multiple Disabilities (SLD & MD) | 1 |
| Total PwBD Vacancies | 19 |
Examination Syllabus & Subject Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies and Engineering Aptitude | 2 hours | 200 |
| Paper-II | Engineering Discipline-specific (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, as opted) | 3 hours | 300 |
| Total | 500 marks | ||
Examination Syllabus & Subject Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Engineering Discipline-specific (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, as opted) | 3 hours | 300 |
| Paper-II | Engineering Discipline-specific (same discipline as Paper-I) | 3 hours | 300 |
| Total | 600 marks | ||
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | Up to 5 years |
| OBC (eligible for reservation) | Up to 3 years |
| Defence Services personnel disabled in operations/hostilities | Up to 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (incl. Commissioned Officers, ECOs/SSCOs with ≥5 years' service) | Up to 5 years |
| ECOs/SSCOs who completed initial 5-year assignment, extended and certified releasable | Up to 5 years |
| PwBD (Low Vision, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Locomotor Disability incl. Leprosy Cured/Dwarfism/Acid Attack Victims/Muscular Dystrophy, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness) | Up to 10 years |
| Eligible Government servants in specified departments (holding permanent posts, or ≥3 years' continuous temporary service) | Up to 35 years (i.e., up to 5 years' relaxation) |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Official Circular: Carefully review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility criteria before starting registration.
- Document Preparation: Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, and Caste/Category Certificate if applicable).
- Online Registration: Visit the official portal via the direct Apply Online link given below and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) / candidate profile.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam center preferences, and upload mandatory certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee using online banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before 06 October 2026.
- Print Final Copy: Preview all entered data thoroughly, submit the form, and take a clear printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.