UPSC Engineering Services Prelims 2027: 480 Posts, Apply Before 06 October 2026
UPSC Engineering Services 2027 : Short Details
| Notification No. | 02/2027 UPSC |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Engineering Services (Prelims & Mains), Various Engineering Disciplines |
| Total Vacancy | 480 Posts |
| Advertisement Number | 02/2027 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in (UPSC) |
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released advertisement number 02/2027 for the Engineering Services Examination 2027. There are 480 posts across the Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication engineering disciplines. The online application has started on 16 September 2026 and candidates can apply up to 06 October 2026. The prelims will be held on 31 January 2027.
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 06 October 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 31 January 2027 |
| Prelims Admit Card | Before the Examination |
| Mains Exam Date | 18 June 2027 |
| Mains Admit Card | Before the Examination |
| Mains Result | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| General / OBC | ₹ 200/- |
| SC / ST Candidates | No Fee |
| PH / Female Candidates | No Fee |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age (as on 01 January 2027) | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age (as on 01 January 2027) | 30 Years |
Age relaxation is provided as per UPSC rules. Note the age reckoning date of 01 January 2027, not the last date of application.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in a degree programme in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from a recognised university or institute in India.
The discipline-wise and post-wise eligibility is given in the official UPSC advertisement.
The exact engineering discipline you study determines which of the four services you can apply for.
Please read the official UPSC advertisement numbered 02/2027 for the complete discipline-wise eligibility and the post-wise requirements.
Selection Process
- Prelims examination
- Mains examination
- Personality test / Interview
- Final merit list
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in
- Read the official notification Notif-ESEP-2027 for the discipline-wise details
- Register on the UPSC candidate portal and fill in the application form
- Pay the application fee online and submit before 06 October 2026
- Download the prelims admit card before 31 January 2027
Important Links
| Apply Online (UPSC) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UPSC Engineering Services 2027?
The last date to submit the application and pay the fee is 06 October 2026.
How many posts are there?
There are 480 posts across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication engineering.
What is the qualification required?
A degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from a recognised university or institute, or the candidate must be appearing in the final year.
What is the application fee?
₹200/- for General and OBC candidates. There is no fee for SC, ST, PH and female candidates.
When are the exams held?
The prelims will be held on 31 January 2027 and the mains on 18 June 2027.
What is the age limit?
Age as on 01 January 2027: minimum 21 years and maximum 30 years.
Important Notes
- This is a 2027 examination cycle with its application window in 2026, so it is currently live. The age is reckoned as on 01 January 2027.
- The discipline you study in decides which service you apply for, so read the notification carefully.
- SC, ST, PH and female candidates are exempt from the application fee.
- Selection is prelims, mains, personality test — this is a long cycle spanning 2027.