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UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026: Exciting 480 Engineering Posts – Apply Now!
Central Government Jobs has released the UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 Notification. Union Public Service Commission Announced for 480 vacancies including Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination posts. Interested Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying Online. from 16/09/2026 to 06/10/2026 through the official website https://www.upsc.gov.in/. Stay Updated with Government Job Recruitments, Hall Tickets & Exam Results.
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview
| Notification | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
| Department | Central Govt Jobs |
| Post Name | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination |
| Total Vacancies | 480 Posts |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Vacancy Details;
The UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 includes 480 vacancies under various engineering services and posts. Candidates can check the category-wise details below.
Category – I: Civil Engineering (Group-A Services/Posts)
• Central Engineering Service
• Central Engineering Service (Roads), Group-A (Civil Engineering Posts) • Survey of India Group ‘A’ Service
• AEE (Civil) in Border Roads Engineering Service
• AEE (QS&C) in MES Surveyor Cadre
• Central Water Engineering (Group ‘A’) Service
• Indian Skill Development Service
• Indian Railway Management Service (Civil)
• Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – Civil Engg. Posts.
• Indian Defence Service of Engineers
Category – II: Mechanical Engineering (Group-A/B Services/Posts)
• AEE in GSI Engineering Service Gr ‘A’
• Indian Naval Material Management Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts)
• Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Mechanical)
• AEE (Electrical and Mechanical) in Border Roads Engineering Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts)
• Indian Skill Development Service.
• Indian Railway Management Service (Mechanical)
• Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – Mechanical Engg.
• Indian Defence Service of Engineers
• Indian Naval Armament Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts)
• Central Water Engineering (Group ‘A’) Service
Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service (Mechanical Engg.)
• Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’ (Mechanical Engineering Posts).
Category – III: Electrical Engineering (Group-A/B Services/Posts)
• Central Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
• Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
• Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’ (Electrical Engineering Posts)
• Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electrical).
• Indian Skill Development Service
• Indian Railway Management Service (Electrical)
• Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – Electrical Engg. Posts.
• Indian Defence Service of Engineers
• Indian Naval Armament Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
Category-Iv: Electronics And Telecommunication Engineering (Group-A/B Services/Posts)
• Indian Radio Regulatory Service Gr ‘A’
• Indian Telecommunications Service Gr ‘A’
• Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electronics and Telecom Engineering Posts)
• Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics and Telecom Engineering Posts).
• Indian Skill Development Service
• Junior Telecom Officer Gr ‘B’
• Indian Railway Management Service (Signal & Telecommunication)
• Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – S & T Engg. Posts
• Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’ (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Posts)
UPSC ESE Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 must meet the prescribed educational qualification and other eligibility requirements
- (a) obtained a degree in Engineering from a University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institutions established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as Universities under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956; or
- (b) passed Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India); or (c) obtained a degree/diploma in Engineering from such foreign University/College/Institution and under such conditions as may be recognised by the Government for the purpose from time to time, or
- (d) passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (India); or
- (e) passed Associate Membership Examination Parts II and III/Sections A and B of the Aeronautical Society of India; or
- (f) passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Radio Engineers, London held after November, 1959.
- Provided that a candidate for the post of Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics Engineering Posts) and Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’ may possess any of the above qualifications or the qualification mentioned below namely:-
- For Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics Engg. Posts) – M.Sc. degree or its equivalent with Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engineering as a special subject. • For Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’- M.Sc. degree or its equivalent with Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engineering as a subject or Master’s Degree in Science with Physics and Radio Communication or Electronics or Telecommunication as a special subject.
Age Limit
- Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination – 21 to 30 Years
Upper Age Relaxtion
| Candidate | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| ST/SC Candidate | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) Candidate | 3 Years |
| UR Candidate | 10 Years |
| OBC (NCL) Candidate | 13 Years |
| ST/SC Candidate | 15 Years |
Salary Detail:
Post wise Pay Scale
- Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination – Rs.56,100/- Per Month
Fees Details:
- SC/ST/ PWBD Candidates – No Fees
- Other Candidates – Rs.200/- Fees
Selection Process:
- Stage I: Preliminary Examination
- Stage II: Main Examination
- Stage III: (Personality Test/ Interview)
Important Date Details:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open | 16/09/2026 |
| Application Closed | 06/10/2026 |
How to Apply?
- Visit https://www.upsc.gov.in/
- Go to “Notice -> Recruitment
- Open “Union Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026”
- Download & fill the application form
- Upload documents and pay fees
- Submit and print the form
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UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026?
A total of 480 Engineering vacancies are available under UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Recruitment 2026.
2. What is the educational qualification for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must possess an Engineering Degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university or institution, as prescribed in the official notification.
3. What is the age limit for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must meet the prescribed age limit mentioned in the official UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 notification. Age relaxation is applicable to eligible categories as per Government rules.
4. What is the selection process for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026?
The selection process generally consists of the Engineering Services Examination (Preliminary), Engineering Services Examination (Main) and Personality Test.
5. How can I apply for UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website by completing the registration, filling in the application form, uploading the required documents and submitting the application before the last date.
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