Q1. What educational qualification is required for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027?

You need a B.E. or B.Tech degree in a related engineering branch. Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics graduates can apply. The degree must come from a recognised university or institute. Final year students can also apply for this examination. They must show proof of passing at the personality test stage.

Q2. Can final year engineering students apply for UPSC ESE 2027?

Yes, candidates appearing in the final year can apply online. Your institute head must certify your current study status. You need the degree certificate before the personality test. Use the certificate format given in the official notification PDF.

Q3. What is the age limit and age cutoff date for UPSC ESE 2027?

You must be between 21 and 30 years of age. The age is counted as on 1 August 2026. OBC candidates get three years of upper age relaxation. SC and ST candidates get five years of relaxation. PwBD candidates get ten years, and fifteen years for SC or ST PwBD. Ex-Servicemen get relaxation as per government rules.

Q4. What is the UPSC ESE 2027 application fee and who is exempted?

General, OBC and EWS candidates pay Rs 200 only. SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay nothing at all. Women candidates of every category are also fully exempt. Pay online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. Applications without the paid fee are rejected outright.

Q5. What is the selection process and is there negative marking?

The selection process has three clear stages. Stage one is the preliminary objective examination. Stage two is the main descriptive examination. Stage three is the personality test or interview. One third marks are deducted for wrong answers in objective papers. Final merit is built from Main exam and interview marks.

Q6. When will the UPSC ESE Preliminary Exam 2027 admit card be released?

The admit card is uploaded before the exam date. The preliminary exam is scheduled for 31 January 2027. Download the e-admit card from the official UPSC website. Carry a printed copy along with a photo identity proof. The main exam is set for 18 June 2027.

Q7. How many vacancies are announced in the UPSC ESE 2027 notification?

The notification carries a total of 480 posts. Nineteen seats are reserved for PwBD candidates. The seats cover four core engineering branches. Category-wise and branch-wise numbers are listed in the notice.

Q8. Where can I apply online and can I edit the form later?

Apply through the UPSC online portal upsconline.nic.in. Complete the One Time Registration step before applying. Check every entry carefully before the final submission. Editing is not permitted once the form is finally submitted. The Commission may open a withdrawal window later for applicants.

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UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 - Apply Online for 480 Engineering Posts

UPSC has released the Engineering Services exam 2027 notification under Advt No. 02/2027. There are 480 vacancies for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics Engineering graduates. Nineteen seats are reserved for PwBD candidates. You need a B.E. Or B.Tech degree in a related stream. Final year students can also apply. The age band is 21 to 30 years as on 1 August 2026. Reserved categories get the standard upper age relaxation. Online registration opened on 16 September 2026. The closing date is 6 October 2026 at 6 PM. General, OBC and EWS candidates pay Rs 200. SC, ST, PwBD and all women candidates pay nothing. The preliminary exam is on 31 January 2027. The main exam follows on 18 June 2027. Selection covers prelims, mains and a personality test. Final merit uses the mains score and interview marks only. Apply online at upsconline.nic.in. The full notice is on the official UPSC portal.

By Sarkari King Team

Updated: 16 September 2026 | 07:05 PM

Advt: 02/2027

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UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 : Vacancy Details Total : 480 Post
Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility & Qualification Details
Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering	480	Passed or appearing B.E. / B.Tech degree in the related engineering stream. The degree must come from a recognised university or deemed institute. Final year students can apply with a certificate from the institute head. Nationality: Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugees and eligible persons of Indian origin. Read the official notice for the complete branch-wise and category-wise breakup.
Out of Total : Posts Reserved for PwBD Candidates	19	Nineteen seats are reserved horizontally for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. These seats are spread across all four engineering branches. Candidates must hold a valid disability certificate from a competent authority. Reservation is granted only after the certificate is verified at document checking.

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