UPSC ESE 2026 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026. Through this exam, around 474 engineering posts will be filled in different government departments. The official notification is available on the UPSC website at www.upsc.gov.in.
The online application process will begin on 26 September 2025, and the last date to apply is 16 October 2025.
The UPSC ESE 2026 notification (Examination Notice No. 02/2026-ENGG), issued on 26 September 2025, includes complete details such as exam schedule, eligibility criteria, syllabus, selection process, and application instructions. Candidates can download the official notification PDF from the link provided below.
UPSC ESE 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 |
| Post Name | Various Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ Engineering Posts |
| Vacancies | 474 (Approximate) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 October 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Category | UPSC ESE 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
UPSC ESE 2026 Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 26 September 2025
- Application Start Date: 26 September 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 16 October 2025 (till 6:00 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 16 October 2025
- Prelims Exam Date: 8 February 2026
UPSC ESE 2026 Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹200/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹0/-
- All Female Candidates: ₹0/-
- Payment Mode: Online
UPSC ESE 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age Limit as on: 01 January 2026
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules
UPSC ESE 2026 Educational Qualifications
| Post Name | Qualification |
| UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 | B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline |
UPSC ESE 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 | 474 |
UPSC ESE 2026 Selection Process
- Preliminary Written Exam
- Mains Written Exam
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for UPSC ESE 2026
Candidates can apply only through the official UPSC website – upsconline.nic.in.
- Create an account on the portal.
- Generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF).
- Complete the exam-specific application form for UPSC ESE 2026.
UPSC ESE 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Notification PDF | English | Hindi |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
FAQs for UPSC ESE 2026
- 1. Is the UPSC ESE 2026 Notification released?
- Yes. The UPSC ESE 2026 notification was released on 26 September 2025.
- 2. What is the last date to apply for UPSC ESE 2026?
- The last date to submit the online application is 16 October 2025 (till 6:00 PM).
- 3. How many vacancies are available in UPSC ESE 2026?
- A total of 474 vacancies have been announced.
- 4. What does UPSC ESE stand for?
- UPSC ESE stands for Union Public Service Commission Engineering Services Examination.
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