UPSC ESE 2027 (Engineering Services Examination) prelims will be held on 31 January 2027 for about 480 Group A engineering posts in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication engineering. Applications closed on 6 October 2026, and registered candidates now have about three months to prepare. The mains exam is scheduled for 18 June 2027.
UPSC ESE 2027 – Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 16 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 6 October 2026 |
| Prelims | 31 January 2027 |
| Mains | 18 June 2027 |
| Official website | upsc.gov.in |
Vacancies
About 480 provisional vacancies (including 19 for persons with benchmark disabilities) across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and E&T engineering services in railways, CPWD, defence, telecom, power and other departments.
Exam Pattern (General)
| Stage | Papers |
|---|---|
| Prelims | Paper I – General Studies and Engineering Aptitude; Paper II – Engineering discipline (objective) |
| Mains | Two conventional (descriptive) papers in the engineering discipline |
| Personality test | Interview |
Final selection is based on prelims, mains and personality test marks as per the UPSC scheme.
3-Month Plan for UPSC ESE 2027 Prelims
| Month | Focus |
|---|---|
| November | Core technical subjects – first revision |
| December | GS & Engineering Aptitude (ethics, environment, management, ICT, materials) + technical revision |
| January | Full-length mocks, previous papers, final revision |
Who Should Target ESE?
- BTech graduates in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or ECE
- GATE aspirants – the technical syllabus overlaps a lot
- Candidates interested in Group A central services
Admit Card
UPSC releases e-admit cards on upsconline.nic.in about three weeks before the exam. Check centre details, including Thiruvananthapuram if chosen.
Read our UPSC Calendar 2027 and SSC JE 2026 guides.
Choosing Study Material
Use standard engineering textbooks for core subjects and make short notes for formulas and concepts. For the GS and Engineering Aptitude paper, focus on current issues in engineering, environment, ethics, basic management and ICT. Solve previous ESE papers to understand the question style, and take full-length tests every week in January. GATE preparation material also helps for the technical paper.
Download the e-admit card about three weeks before the exam and check the centre and timing details carefully.
Candidates who clear the prelims should begin practising conventional answer writing for the mains in June 2027.
Stay Updated on UPSC ESE 2027
Official notices, corrigenda and date changes are published only on the official website, so check it regularly and avoid relying on forwarded messages or unofficial social media posts. Bookmark this page as well – we update our UPSC ESE 2027 guide whenever important changes are announced, including admit cards, results, cut-off marks and the next stages of selection.
UPSC ESE 2027: Quick Checklist for Candidates
Use this simple checklist to stay on track with UPSC ESE 2027 updates and avoid last-minute problems.
- Bookmark the official website and check it regularly instead of relying on forwarded messages.
- Keep your registration number, password and date of birth details safe.
- Download admit cards, results and notices as soon as they are released and keep a printed copy.
- Carry an original photo ID and the documents listed in the official notice on exam or verification day.
- Continue preparation for the next stage while waiting for results.
Staying organised in this way helps you make the most of UPSC ESE 2027 and move confidently to the next stage.
We review and update this UPSC ESE 2027 guide whenever official notices or rules change. Bookmark this page, share it with friends who need it, and always confirm the latest details on the official website before you take any step.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is UPSC ESE 2027 prelims?
On 31 January 2027.
How many vacancies are there?
About 480 provisional vacancies.
Can I still apply?
No, applications closed on 6 October 2026.
When is the mains exam?
On 18 June 2027.
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