New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the registration process for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027 on October 6, 2026. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can complete the process through the official website, upsc.gov.in.
The recruitment drive aims to fill 480 posts through the Engineering Services Examination 2027. Candidates must complete the online registration and application process through the UPSC Online Application Portal before the deadline.
Applicants are advised to review their details carefully and ensure that all required information and supporting documents are submitted as part of the application process.
UPSC ESE 2027 Registration: Important Details
Candidates planning to apply for the examination should note the following key details:
- Exam name: Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027
- Conducting body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Total vacancies: 480 posts
- Registration deadline: October 6, 2026
- Preliminary examination date: January 31, 2027
- Main examination date: June 18, 2027
- Application fee: ₹200, with exemptions for eligible categories
- Official website: upsc.gov.in
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UPSC ESE 2027 Application Process
Candidates applying for the Engineering Services Examination must complete the registration and application process through the UPSC Online Application Portal.
After registering on the portal, candidates will receive a Universal Registration Number (URN), which is common to all examinations conducted by the Commission.
Applicants must complete the URN-related registration requirements, the Common Application Form (CAF) and the Examination Specific Module. They must also provide the required examination details, pay the applicable fee and upload or submit supporting documents as required.
Candidates will need to provide relevant information and documents supporting claims such as their date of birth and educational qualifications.
How to Apply for UPSC ESE 2027
Candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications:
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
- Open the UPSC ESE 2027 registration or application link.
- Complete the registration process on the online application portal.
- Fill in the application form with the required personal and educational details.
- Complete the Common Application Form and Examination Specific Module, as applicable.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Review the information entered in the form and submit the application.
- Download the confirmation page after submission.
- Keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
UPSC ESE 2027 Application Fee
The application fee for the Engineering Services Examination 2027 is ₹200. However, certain categories of candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
Application fee details:
- General fee: ₹200.
- Female candidates: Exempted from the application fee.
- Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates: Exempted.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates: Exempted.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Exempted.
Candidates required to pay the fee can use the available payment options, including bank payment, Visa, MasterCard or RuPay credit and debit cards, and Unified Payments Interface (UPI).
Applicants should check the official notification for the applicable payment conditions and instructions before completing the process.
UPSC ESE 2027 Exam Dates and Schedule
UPSC has scheduled the Engineering Services Examination 2027 in two stages: the preliminary examination and the main examination.
The preliminary examination will be conducted on January 31, 2027, while the main examination is scheduled for June 18, 2027.
UPSC ESE 2027 examination schedule:
- Preliminary Examination: January 31, 2027
- Main Examination: June 18, 2027
UPSC ESE Preliminary Exam Timings
The preliminary examination will be conducted in two sessions on January 31, 2027.
- Paper I – General Studies and Engineering Aptitude: 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
- Paper II – Engineering discipline-specific paper: 2 pm to 5 pm.
Candidates should check their examination instructions and admit cards for the final details regarding reporting time, examination centre and other requirements.
UPSC ESE 2027 Exam Pattern and Marks Distribution
The preliminary examination will carry a total of 500 marks, divided between General Studies and Engineering Aptitude and the relevant engineering discipline.
The marks distribution is as follows:
- Paper I – General Studies and Engineering Aptitude: 200 marks.
- Paper II – Relevant Engineering Discipline: 300 marks.
- Total: 500 marks.
Candidates should prepare for both papers and refer to the official UPSC notification for the detailed syllabus, examination scheme and applicable rules.
Important Instructions for UPSC ESE Applicants
With the registration window closing on October 6, candidates who have not yet applied should complete their applications as soon as possible.
Before submitting the form, applicants should ensure that:
- All personal and educational details are accurate.
- The required registration and application modules are completed.
- Supporting documents for date of birth and educational qualifications are provided as required.
- The applicable application fee has been paid.
- The confirmation page is downloaded and saved for future reference.
Candidates should rely on the official UPSC website for the latest announcements, detailed instructions and any updates regarding the Engineering Services Examination 2027.
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