UPSC ESE Recruitment 2027: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published the notification for the Engineering Services Examination 2027 (ESE-2027) to recruit qualified candidates for 480 Group A and Group B engineering positions across various government departments.
Online registrations opened on September 16, 2026, and eligible candidates must complete their submissions through the official portal by October 6, 2026. The examination covers four major technical streams: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
Applicants must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process on the UPSC application portal before filling out the main recruitment form. According to the official schedule, the ESE 2026 Preliminary Examination is set to take place on January 31, 2027.
Female candidates and applicants belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt from paying the application fee, while all other candidates are required to pay a processing fee of Rs. 200 using online payment modes.
UPSC ESE Notification 2027: Overview
Particulars | Details |
Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Exam Name | Engineering Services Examination 2027 (ESE-2027) |
Total Vacancies | 480 Posts (Group A & B) |
Notification Release Date | September 16, 2026 |
Online Application Dates | September 16, 2026 to October 6, 2026 |
Prelims Examination Date | January 31, 2027 |
Application Fee | Rs. 200 (Exempted for Female/SC/ST/PwBD) |
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Engineering Branches Covered and Vacancy Breakdown
The ESE-2027 recruitment drive caters to engineers across multiple government sectors, including Railways, Central Public Works Department (CPWD), Military Engineer Services (MES), and Defense Aeronautical Quality Assurance. The major engineering categories included in this recruitment cycle are:
-Civil Engineering
-Mechanical Engineering
-Electrical Engineering
-Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Step-by-Step Process To Apply For UPSC ESE 2027
1. Visit the official UPSC application portal at upsconline.nic.in.
2. Click on the Login button on the homepage.
3. Complete or log in using your One Time Registration (OTR) credentials via Mobile Number, Email ID, or Unique Registration Number (URN).
4. Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and engineering stream details.
5. Pay the required application fee of Rs. 200 (if applicable) through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
6. Review the form thoroughly and submit it.
7. Save and print a copy of the final application form for future reference.
Direct Portal Link: UPSC Online Application Portal
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1. What is the last date to apply online for UPSC ESE 2027?
The last date to fill out and submit the online application form for the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027 is October 6, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their registration on the official portal (upsconline.nic.in) well before the deadline to avoid technical delays.
2. What are the eligible engineering branches for UPSC ESE 2027?
The UPSC ESE 2027 recruitment drive is open to candidates holding a degree in engineering across four primary disciplines:
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
3. What is the fee exemption policy for UPSC ESE 2027 application?
Female applicants as well as candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) categories are completely exempted from paying the application fee. All other candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 200 via online payment modes such as Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI.