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UPSC 474 Civil Mechanical Electrical Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Job Vacancies
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 for recruitment to approximately 474 prestigious engineering posts in various government departments. The detailed official notification is available on the UPSC website, www.upsc.gov.in. The online application process will commence on 26th September 2025 and the last date to submit applications is 16th October 2025.
Total Vacancy : 474
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 Vacancy details
The Union Public Service Commission has announced approximately 474 vacancies to be filled through the ESE 2026. This includes 26 vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). The vacancies are distributed across four engineering disciplines as follows:
| Category | Engineering Discipline |
|---|---|
| Category I | Civil Engineering |
| Category II | Mechanical Engineering |
| Category III | Electrical Engineering |
| Category IV | Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
EssentialQualification UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026
- A degree in Engineering from a recognized university, or
- Passed Sections A and B of the Institution of Engineers (India) examinations, or
- An equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
- A candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years.
- Age Relaxation is applicable as per government rules for SC/ST (up to 5 years), OBC (up to 3 years), PwBD (up to 10 years), and others.
Selection Process UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026
- Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) – 500 marks
- Stage-II: Main Examination (Conventional Type) – 600 marks
- Stage-III: Personality Test (Interview) – 200 marks
Application Fee UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026
- Application Fee: Rs. 200/-
- Fee Exemption: Female candidates and candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD categories are exempted from paying the fee.
How to apply UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to apply Online only through the UPSC website upsconline.nic.in. The new application portal involves creating an account, generating a Universal Registration Number (URN), and filling the Common Application Form (CAF) followed by the exam-specific form.
Important Dates UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026
| Apply Online Start Date | 26th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16th October 2025 (till 6:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 8th February 2026 |
| Main Exam Date | To be notified later |
| e-Admit Card Release | A week before the exam |
Important Links UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
What is the last date to apply for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 16th October 2025 (6:00 PM).
How many vacancies are announced for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026?
Approximately 474 vacancies have been announced.