📌 Overview & Notification Details
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) ne Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027 ke liye official notification release kar diya hai. Is saal total 480 posts engineering services ke liye khuli hain, jo alag‑alag branches (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics & Telecommunication, etc.) aur category wise (General, OBC, SC, ST, PwD) allocate ki gayi hain. Notification ka reference number “ESE‑2027/01” hai aur isme sabhi aspirants ko eligibility, exam pattern, application process, aur important dates ke baare mein detail di gayi hai.
Yeh ek all‑India central level recruitment hai, isliye har state ke candidates apply kar sakte hain, bas unhe apni domicile ya regional quota ke hisaab se relaxation mil sakti hai.
📋 Summary Highlights Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 480 Posts |
| Exam Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Category | Engineering Services (Group‑A) |
| Application Mode | Online (UPSC Official Portal) |
| Application Start Date | To be announced (TBA) |
| Last Date to Apply | TBA |
| Exam Dates (Pre‑lim, Mains, Interview) | TBA |
| Age Limit | 21‑30 years (Relaxation applicable) |
🔢 Vacancy & Post Breakdown Table
| Branch | General | OBC | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released |
| Electrical Engineering | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released |
| Civil Engineering | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released |
| Computer Engineering | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released |
| Petroleum Engineering | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released | Data not released |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit, Relaxation & Education Qualification)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years and maximum 30 years as on 1st August 2027. |
| Age Relaxation | OBC – 3 years; SC/ST – 5 years; PwD – 10 years (subject to medical certification). |
| Educational Qualification | Any recognized engineering degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Science, Petroleum or related streams. |
| Nationality | Indian citizen. NRI/OCI candidates can also apply as per UPSC guidelines. |
| Domicile | All India – No state specific domicile required for central services. |
💳 Application Fees & Payment Methods Table
| Category | Application Fee (INR) | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | ₹1,200 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| OBC (Non‑creamy) | ₹900 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹600 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern Breakdown
UPSC ESE ka selection process three stages mein hota hai:
- Stage‑1: Preliminary Examination – Objective type (multiple choice) paper, 200 marks, 2 hours. Topics cover General Engineering, Engineering Mathematics, and General Studies (aptitude). Qualifying candidates move to Mains.
- Stage‑2: Main Examination – Two conventional (written) papers, each 300 marks, 3 hours. Paper‑I: Engineering Discipline (subject specific). Paper‑II: General Studies & Engineering Aptitude.
- Stage‑3: Personality Test (Interview) – 100 marks, 30 minutes per candidate. Assessment of leadership, communication, and suitability for engineering services.
Overall selection is based on the aggregate of Mains (600) + Interview (100) = 700 marks. Preliminary is only qualifying.
🚀 Step‑by‑Step How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPSC website https://upsc.gov.in and click on the “Online Application” link for ESE 2027.
- Read the full notification and eligibility criteria carefully.
- Register yourself by providing a valid email ID and mobile number. A unique Application ID (UID) will be generated.
- Login using UID and password. Fill in personal details, academic qualifications, and category information.
- Upload scanned copies (PDF/JPEG) of the following documents (size 10‑200 KB each):
- Passport‑size photograph (colored, white background)
- Signature
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Educational certificates (degree, mark sheets)
- Age proof (birth certificate, passport)
- Select the preferred branch (if multiple options are allowed) and pay the application fee through the available online modes.
- After successful payment, download the completed application form (PDF) for your records.
- Print the application form, attach a recent photograph and signature, and keep it safe for future reference.
📂 Required Documents Checklist
- Passport‑size recent photograph (colored, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm)
- Scanned signature (black ink on white background)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) – original and scanned copy
- Educational certificates (Engineering degree, mark sheets)
- Age proof – birth certificate, school leaving certificate, or passport
- Valid email ID and mobile number for communication
- Proof of fee payment (online transaction receipt)