UPSC ESE 2027: 480 Vacancies, Last Date Today, Eligibility & Exam Dates
Deadline Alert: UPSC ESE 2027 applications close today, 6 October 2026, at 6:00 PM.
UPSC Engineering Services 2027 is part of CareerSphere’s UPSC Recruitment 2027–28 coverage. This page explains Central Government engineering services, with official dates and conditions separated from information that remains To Be Announced (TBA).
Engineering graduates in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication fields should prioritise the official ESE notification.
UPSC Engineering Services 2027: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission |
| Recruitment | UPSC Engineering Services 2027 |
| Provisional vacancies | 480 |
| Application | Online through the official UPSC system |
| Selection | As prescribed by UPSC |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 16 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 6 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Preliminary Examination | 31 January 2027 |
| Main Examination | 18 June 2027 |
Vacancy Details
The final vacancy count and category-wise distribution must be taken from the official UPSC notification. Previous-year vacancy numbers are not confirmed for 2027–28.
Who Should Apply?
Engineering graduates in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication fields should prioritise the official ESE notification. Candidates should track the Preliminary and Main stages separately and match their engineering discipline to the notified service requirements.
Eligibility
Engineering qualifications are required in the notified disciplines, broadly Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication. Exact degree, age, vacancy and fee conditions must be checked in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
The prescribed qualification must be satisfied on the date specified by UPSC. Equivalent qualifications should not be assumed unless the official notification permits them.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The applicable age limit and relaxation are determined by the relevant recruitment rules and official notification.
Application Fee
The fee and exemptions are notification-specific. If the relevant 2027 notification has not been released, the fee remains TBA.
Selection Process
The process may include Preliminary, written, Main, recruitment-test, interview, physical or medical stages depending on the recruitment. The official notification is the final authority.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPSC website and application portal.
- Open the relevant examination notification.
- Read eligibility, instructions and important dates.
- Register or log in as required.
- Enter accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload prescribed documents.
- Pay the applicable fee, if required.
- Review and submit before the deadline.
- Save the final application and reference details.
Documents Checklist
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- Date-of-birth proof where required
- Category or reservation certificates where applicable
- Experience or service certificates where required
- Professional registration documents where applicable
- Photograph and signature in the prescribed format
Candidate Action Plan
- Save the UPSC calendar date in your preparation schedule.
- Read the official notification immediately after release.
- Confirm eligibility before paying any application fee.
- Prepare the required certificates before the closing date.
- Submit early rather than waiting for the final day.
- Keep a copy of the final application and monitor UPSC notices.
CareerSphere Updates
Related UPSC guides: Civil Services 2027 | Engineering Services 2027 | CDS 2027 | NDA 2027 | CMS 2027 | CAPF 2027
CareerSphere will update this article when UPSC publishes a notification, corrigendum, examination notice, result or other relevant official update. The official UPSC notice remains the final authority.
Engineering discipline matters
ESE is especially relevant to candidates whose degree and subject combination aligns with the notified engineering disciplines. Before applying, compare your branch, degree title and eligibility date with the exact UPSC notice rather than relying on a general engineering-degree assumption.
Keep the engineering discipline requirement as the first screening check. Then verify the examination stages, application window and document requirements from the official notice.
Last-Minute Application Checklist
- Confirm your engineering discipline and eligibility.
- Keep your photograph, signature and required documents ready.
- Complete payment, where applicable, and verify transaction status.
- Review the final application before submission.
- Save the submitted application and registration details.
Candidates should avoid waiting until the final minutes because heavy traffic or payment issues can delay submission. The official UPSC notice and application system remain the final authority for every eligibility and procedural requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
The exact number will be reported from the official notification. CareerSphere will not present an estimate as a confirmed vacancy.
Where should candidates apply?
Applications should be submitted through the official UPSC application system specified in the notification.
What qualification is required?
Qualification depends on the particular examination and service. Candidates must check the official notification.
Where can I check official updates?
Check the official UPSC website for notifications, advertisements, schedules, results and corrigenda.
Official UPSC Website
Visit the official UPSC website for official information.
Last updated: 4 October 2026
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