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Syllabus
EXAM SYLLABUS
The exam covers four categories: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. The syllabus for Stage-I (Preliminary) Paper-I (General Studies and Engineering Aptitude) is common to all. Stage-I Paper-II and Stage-II (Main) Papers I & II are discipline-specific, with the content combined across both Main papers (as they are conventional/descriptive).
SYLLABUS FOR MAINS EXAM
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Paper I
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Building Materials | Stone, Lime, Glass, Plastics, Steel, FRP, Ceramics, Aluminum, Fly Ash, Basic Admixtures, Timber, Bricks and Aggregates: | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Solid Mechanics | Elastic constants, Stress, plane stress, Strains, plane strain, Mohr’s circle of stress and strain, Elastic theories of failure, | |
Structural Analysis | Basics of strength of materials, Types of stresses and strains, Bending moments and shear force, concept of bending and | |
Design of Steel Structures | Principles of Working Stress methods, Design of tension and compression members, Design of beams and beam column | |
Design of Concrete | Limit state design for bending, shear, axial compression and combined forces; Design of beams, Slabs, Lintels, | |
Construction Practice | Construction - Planning, Equipment, Site investigation and Management including Estimation with the latest project |
Paper II
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Flow of Fluids, Hydraulic Machines and Hydro Power | (a) Fluid Mechanics, Open Channel Flow, Pipe Flow: | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
(b) Hydraulic Machines and Hydro power : | ||
Hydrology and Water | Hydrological cycle, Ground water hydrology, Well hydrology and related data analysis; Streams and their gauging; River morphology; Flood, drought and their management; Capacity of Reservoirs | |
Water Resources Engineering : Multipurpose uses of Water, River basins and their potential; Irrigation systems, water demand assessment; Resources - storages and their yields; Water logging, canal and drainage design, Gravity dams, falls, weirs, Energy dissipaters, barrage Distribution works, Cross drainage works and head-works and their design; Concepts in canal design, construction & maintenance; River training, measurement and analysis of rainfall | ||
Environmental Engineering | (a) Water Supply Engineering: | |
(b) Waste Water Engineering: |
EXAM SYLLABUS
The exam covers four categories: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. The syllabus for Stage-I (Preliminary) Paper-I (General Studies and Engineering Aptitude) is common to all. Stage-I Paper-II and Stage-II (Main) Papers I & II are discipline-specific, with the content combined across both Main papers (as they are conventional/descriptive).
SYLLABUS FOR MAINS EXAM
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Paper I
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Building Materials | Stone, Lime, Glass, Plastics, Steel, FRP, Ceramics, Aluminum, Fly Ash, Basic Admixtures, Timber, Bricks and Aggregates: | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Solid Mechanics | Elastic constants, Stress, plane stress, Strains, plane strain, Mohr’s circle of stress and strain, Elastic theories of failure, | |
Structural Analysis | Basics of strength of materials, Types of stresses and strains, Bending moments and shear force, concept of bending and | |
Design of Steel Structures | Principles of Working Stress methods, Design of tension and compression members, Design of beams and beam column | |
Design of Concrete | Limit state design for bending, shear, axial compression and combined forces; Design of beams, Slabs, Lintels, | |
Construction Practice | Construction - Planning, Equipment, Site investigation and Management including Estimation with the latest project |
Paper II
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Flow of Fluids, Hydraulic Machines and Hydro Power | (a) Fluid Mechanics, Open Channel Flow, Pipe Flow: | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
(b) Hydraulic Machines and Hydro power : | ||
Hydrology and Water | Hydrological cycle, Ground water hydrology, Well hydrology and related data analysis; Streams and their gauging; River morphology; Flood, drought and their management; Capacity of Reservoirs | |
Water Resources Engineering : Multipurpose uses of Water, River basins and their potential; Irrigation systems, water demand assessment; Resources - storages and their yields; Water logging, canal and drainage design, Gravity dams, falls, weirs, Energy dissipaters, barrage Distribution works, Cross drainage works and head-works and their design; Concepts in canal design, construction & maintenance; River training, measurement and analysis of rainfall | ||
Environmental Engineering | (a) Water Supply Engineering: | |
(b) Waste Water Engineering: | ||
(c) Solid Waste Management: | ||
(d) Air, Noise pollution and Ecology: | ||
Geo-technical Engineering | (a) Geo-technical Engineering: | |
(b) Foundation Engineering: | ||
Surveying and Geology: | (a) Surveying: | |
(b) Geology- | ||
Transportation Engineering | Highways - | |
Tunneling - Alignment, methods of construction, disposal of muck, drainage, lighting and ventilation. | ||
Railways Systems - | ||
Harbours - | ||
Airports - |
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Paper I
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Fluid Mechanics | Basic Concepts and Properties of Fluids, Manometry, Fluid Statics, Buoyancy, Equations of Motion, Bernoulli’s equation and applications, Viscous flow of incompressible fluids, Laminar and Turbulent flows, Flow through pipes and head losses in pipes | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Thermodynamics | Thermodynamic systems and processes; properties of pure substance; Zeroth, First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics; Entropy, Irreversibility and availability; analysis of thermodynamic cycles related to energy conversion: Rankine, Otto, Diesel and Dual Cycles; ideal and real gases; compressibility factor; Gas mixtures. | |
IC Engines, Refrigeration | SI and CI Engines, Engine Systems and Components, Performance characteristics and testing of IC Engines; Fuels; Emissions and Emission Control. Vapour compression refrigeration, Refrigerants and Working cycles, Compressors, Condensers, Evaporators and Expansion devices, Other types of refrigeration systems like Vapour Absorption, Vapour jet, thermo electric and Vortex tube refrigeration. Psychometric properties and processes, Comfort chart, Comfort and industrial air conditioning, Load calculations and Heat pumps | |
Turbo Machinery | Reciprocating and Rotary pumps, Pelton wheel, Kaplan and Francis Turbines, velocity diagrams, Impulse and Reaction principles, Steam and Gas Turbines, Theory of Jet Propulsion – Pulse jet and Ram Jet Engines, Reciprocating and Rotary Compressors – Theory and Applications | |
Power Plant Engineering | Rankine and Brayton cycles with regeneration and reheat, Fuels and their properties, Flue gas analysis, Boilers, steam turbines and other power plant components like condensers, air ejectors, electrostatic precipitators and cooling towers – their theory and design, types and applications | |
Renewable Sources of Energy | Solar Radiation, Solar Thermal Energy collection - Flat Plate and focusing collectors their materials and performance. Solar Thermal Energy Storage, Applications – heating, cooling and Power Generation; Solar Photovoltaic Conversion; Harnessing of Wind Energy, Bio-mass and Tidal Energy – Methods and Applications, Working principles of Fuel Cells |
Paper II
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Engineering Mechanics | Basic Crystallography, Alloys and Phase diagrams, Heat Treatment, Ferrous and Non Ferrous Metals, Non metallic materials, Basics of Nano-materials, Mechanical Properties and Testing, Corrosion prevention and control | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Engineering Materials | Basic Crystallography, Alloys and Phase diagrams, Heat Treatment, Ferrous and Non Ferrous Metals, Non metallic materials, Basics of Nano-materials, Mechanical Properties and Testing, Corrosion prevention and control | |
Mechanisms and Machines | Types of Kinematics Pair, Mobility, Inversions, Kinematic Analysis, Velocity and Acceleration Analysis of Planar Mechanisms, CAMs with uniform acceleration and retardation, cycloidal motion, oscillating followers; Vibrations –Free and forced vibration of undamped and damped SDOF systems, Transmissibility Ratio, Vibration Isolation, Critical Speed of Shafts. Gears – Geometry of tooth profiles, Law of gearing, Involute profile, Interference, Helical, Spiral and Worm Gears, Gear Trains- Simple, compound and Epicyclic; Dynamic Analysis – Slider – crank mechanisms, turning moment computations, balancing of Revolving & Reciprocating masses, Gyroscopes –Effect of Gyroscopic couple on automobiles, ships and aircrafts, Governors. | |
Design of Machine Elements | Design for static and dynamic loading; failure theories; fatigue strength and the S-N diagram; principles of the design of machine elements such as riveted, welded and bolted joints. Shafts, Spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings, Brakes and clutches, flywheels | |
Manufacturing, Industrial | Metal casting-Metal forming, Metal Joining, Machining and machine tool operations, Limits, fits and tolerances, Metrology and inspection, computer Integrated manufacturing, FMS, Production planning and Control, Inventory control and operations research - CPM-PERT. Failure concepts and characteristics-Reliability, Failure analysis, Machine Vibration, Data acquisition, Fault Detection, Vibration Monitoring, Field Balancing of Rotors, Noise Monitoring, Wear and Debris Analysis, Signature Analysis, NDT Techniques in Condition Monitoring | |
Mechatronics and Robotics | Microprocessors and Microcontrollers: Architecture, programming, I/O, Computer interfacing, Programmable logic controller. Sensors and actuators, Piezoelectric accelerometer, Hall effect sensor, Optical Encoder, Resolver, Inductosyn, Pneumatic and Hydraulic actuators, stepper motor, Control Systems- Mathematical modeling of Physical systems, control signals, controllability and observability. Robotics, Robot Classification, Robot Specification, notation; Direct and Inverse Kinematics; Homogeneous Coordinates and Arm Equation of four Axis SCARA Robot. |
ELECTRIAL ENGINEERING
Paper I
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Engineering Mathematics | Matrix theory, Eigen values & Eigen vectors, system of linear equations, Numerical methods for solution of non-linear algebraic equations and differential equations, integral calculus, partial derivatives, maxima and minima, Line, Surface and Volume Integrals. Fourier series, linear, non-linear and partial differential equations, initial and boundary value problems, complex variables, Taylor’s and Laurent’s series, residue theorem, probability and statistics fundamentals, Sampling theorem, random variables, Normal and Poisson distributions, correlation and regression analysis. | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Electrical Materials | Electrical Engineering Materials, crystal structures and defects, ceramic materials, insulating materials, magnetic materials- basics, properties and applications; ferrities, ferro-magnetic materials and components; basics of solid state physics, conductors; Photo-conductivity; Basics of Nano materials and Superconductors | |
Electric Circuits and Fields | Circuit elements, network graph, KCL, KVL, Node and Mesh analysis, ideal current and voltage sources, Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Superposition and Maximum Power Transfer theorems, transient response of DC and AC networks, Sinusoidal steady state analysis, basic filter concepts, two-port networks, three phase circuits, Magnetically coupled circuits, Gauss Theorem, electric field and potential due to point, line, plane and spherical charge distributions, Ampere’s and Biot- Savart’s laws; inductance, dielectrics, capacitance; Maxwell’s equations | |
Electrical and Electronic Measurements | Principles of measurement, accuracy, precision and standards; Bridges and potentiometers; moving coil, moving iron, dynamometer and induction type instruments, measurement of voltage, current, power, energy and power factor, instrument transformers, digital voltmeters and multi-meters, phase, time and frequency measurement, Q-meters, oscilloscopes, potentiometric recorders, error analysis, Basics of sensors, Transducers, basics of data acquisition systems | |
Computer Fundamentals | Number systems, Boolean algebra, arithmetic functions, Basic Architecture, Central Processing Unit, I/O and Memory Organisation; peripheral devices, data represenation and programming, basics of Operating system and networking, virtual memory, file systems; Elements of programming languages, typical examples. | |
Basic Electronics Engineering | Basics of Semiconductor diodes and transistors and characteristics, Junction and field effect transistors (BJT, FET and MOSFETS), different types of transistor amplifiers, equivalent circuits and frequency response; oscillators and other circuits, feedback amplifiers. |
Paper II
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Analog and | Operational amplifiers – characteristics and applications, combinational and sequential logic circuits, multiplexers, multi- vibrators, sample and hold circuits, A/D and D/A converters, basics of filter circuits and applications, simple active filters; Microprocessor basics- interfaces and applications, basics of linear integrated circuits; Analog communication basics, Modulation and de-modulation, noise and bandwidth, transmitters and receivers, signal to noise ratio, digital communication basics, sampling, quantizing, coding, frequency and time domain multiplexing, power line carrier communication systems. | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Systems and Signal Processing | Representation of continuous and discrete-time signals, shifting and scaling operations, linear, time-invariant and causal systems, Fourier series representation of continuous periodic signals, sampling theorem, Fourier and Laplace transforms, Z transforms, Discrete Fourier transform, FFT, linear convolution, discrete cosine transform, FIR filter, IIR filter, bilinear transformation | |
Control Systems | Principles of feedback, transfer function, block diagrams and signal flow graphs, steady-state errors, transforms and their applications; Routh-hurwitz criterion, Nyquist techniques, Bode plots, root loci, lag, lead and lead-lag compensation, stability analysis, transient and frequency response analysis, state space model, state transition matrix, controllability and observability, linear state variable feedback, PID and industrial controllers. | |
Electrical Machines | Single phase transformers, three phase transformers- connections, parallel operation, auto-transformer, energy conversion principles, DC machines - types, windings, generator characteristics, armature reaction and commutation, starting and speed control of motors, Induction motors - principles, types, performance characteristics, starting and speed control, Synchronous machines - performance, regulation, parallel operation of generators, motor starting, characteristics and applications, servo and stepper motors | |
Power Systems | Basic power generation concepts, steam, gas and water turbines, transmission line models and performance, cable performance, insulation, corona and radio interference, power factor correction, symmetrical components, fault analysis, principles of protection systems, basics of solid state relays and digital protection; Circuit breakers, Radial and ring-main distribution systems, Matrix representation of power systems, load flow analysis, voltage control and economic operation, System stability concepts, Swing curves and equal area criterion. HVDC transmission and FACTS concepts, Concepts of power system dynamics, distributed generation, solar and wind power, smart grid concepts, environmental implications, fundamentals of power economics | |
Power Electronics | Semiconductor power diodes, transistors, thyristors, triacs, GTOs, MOSFETs and IGBTs - static characteristics and principles of operation, triggering circuits, phase control rectifiers, bridge converters - fully controlled and half controlled, principles of choppers and inverters, basis concepts of adjustable speed DC and AC drives, DC-DC switched mode converters, DC-AC switched mode converters, resonant converters, high frequency inductors and transformers, power supplies |
ELECTRONICS & TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
Paper I
Topic | Topic Descriptio | Weightage |
Basic Electronics Engineering | Basics of semiconductors; Diode/Transistor basics and characteristics; Diodes for different uses; Junction & Field Effect Transistors (BJTs, JFETs, MOSFETs); Transistor amplifiers of different types, oscillators and other circuits; Basics of Integrated Circuits (ICs); Bipolar, MOS and CMOS ICs; Basics of linear ICs, operational amplifiers and their applications-linear/ non-linear; Optical sources/detectors; Basics of Opto electronics and its applications. | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Basic Electrical Engineering | DC circuits-Ohm’s & Kirchoff’s laws, mesh and nodal analysis, circuit theorems; Electro-magnetism, Faraday’s & Lenz’s laws, induced EMF and its uses; Single-phase AC circuits; Transformers, efficiency; Basics-DC machines, induction machines, and synchronous machines; Electrical power sources- basics: hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear, wind, solar; Basics of batteries and their uses | |
Materials Science | Electrical Engineering materials; Crystal structure & defects; Ceramic materials-structures, composites, processing and | |
Electronic Measurements & Instrumentation | Principles of measurement, accuracy, precision and standards; Analog and Digital systems for measurement, measuring | |
Network Theory | Network graphs & matrices; Wye-Delta transformation; Linear constant coefficient differential equations- time domain analysis of RLC circuits; Solution of network equations using Laplace transforms- frequency domain analysis of RLC circuits; 2-port network parameters-driving point & transfer functions; State equations for networks; Steady state sinusoidal analysis. | |
Analog & Digital Circuits | Small signal equivalent circuits of diodes, BJTS and FETs; Diode circuits for different uses; Biasing & stability of BJT & JFET amplifier circuits; Analysis/design of amplifier- single/multi-stage; Feedback& uses; Active filters, timers, multipliers, wave |
Paper II
Topic | Topic Description | Weightage |
Analog and Digital Communication Systems | Random signals, noise, probability theory, information theory; Analog versus digital communication & applications: Systems- AM, FM, transmitters/receivers, theory/practice/ standards, SNR comparison; Digital communication basics: Sampling, quantizing, coding, PCM, DPCM, multiplexing-audio/video; Digital modulation: ASK, FSK, PSK; Multiple access: TDMA, FDMA, CDMA; Optical communication: fibre optics, theory, practice/standards | 5 Out of 8 Questions |
Control Systems | Classification of signals and systems; Application of signal and system theory; System realization; Transforms& their applications; Signal flow graphs, Routh-Hurwitz criteria, root loci, Nyquist/Bode plots; Feedback systems-open &close loop types, stability analysis, steady state, transient and frequency response analysis; Design of control systems, compensators, elements of lead/lag compensation, PID and industrial controllers | |
Computer Organization and Architecture | Basic architecture, CPU, I/O organisation, memory organisation, peripheral devices, trends; Hardware /software issues; Data representation& Programming; Operating systems-basics, processes, characteristics, applications; Memory management, virtual memory, file systems, protection & security; Data bases, different types, characteristics and design; Transactions and concurrency control; Elements of programming languages, typical examples. | |
Electro Magnetics | Elements of vector calculus, Maxwell’s equations-basic concepts; Gauss’, Stokes’ theorems; Wave propagation through different media; Transmission Lines-different types, basics, Smith’s chart, impedance matching/transformation, S- parameters, pulse excitation, uses; Waveguides-basics, rectangular types, modes, cut-off frequency, dispersion, dielectric types; Antennas-radiation pattern, monopoles/dipoles, gain, arrays-active/passive, theory, uses. | |
Advanced Electronics Topics | VLSI technology: Processing, lithography, interconnects, packaging, testing; VLSI design: Principles, MUX/ROM/PLA-based design, Moore & Mealy circuit design; Pipeline concepts & functions; Design for testability, examples; DSP: Discrete time signals/systems, uses; Digital filters: FIR/IIR types, design, speech/audio/radar signal processing uses; Microprocessors & microcontrollers, basics, interrupts, DMA, instruction sets, interfacing; Controllers & uses; Embedded systems | |
Advanced Communication Topics | Communication networks: Principles /practices /technologies /uses /OSI model/security; Basic packet multiplexed streams/scheduling; Cellular networks, types, analysis, protocols (TCP/TCPIP); Microwave & satellite communication: Terrestrial/space type LOS systems, block schematics link calculations, system design; Communication satellites, orbits, characteristics, systems, uses; Fibre-optic communication systems, block schematics, link calculations, system design, etc. |
Format
EXAM PATTERN
The ESE 2026 is conducted in three stages: Preliminary (Stage I), Main (Stage II), and Personality Test (Stage III). The exam is for recruitment to Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering categories. The total marks are 1300 (500 for Prelims + 600 for Mains + 200 for Interview).
The Preliminary Exam is scheduled for 8 February 2026 (objective type). Qualifiers proceed to Mains (conventional type, tentative date around June 2026), followed by the Personality Test for shortlisted candidates.
Stage II: Main Examination (Conventional Type)
Purpose: In-depth assessment. Answers in essay/descriptive format.
Format: Two papers (candidates write in their own hand; no scribe unless PwBD-eligible).
Total Marks: 600
Duration: 3 hours per paper (6 hours total).
Venue: Limited centres
Category | Paper | Subject | Duration | Max Marks |
Civil Engineering | Paper-I | Civil Engineering | 3 hours | 300 |
Paper-II | Civil Engineering | 3 hours | 300 | |
Mechanical Engineering | Paper-I | Mechanical Engineering | 3 hours | 300 |
Paper-II | Mechanical Engineering | 3 hours | 300 | |
Electrical Engineering | Paper-I | Electrical Engineering | 3 hours < |
EXAM PATTERN
The ESE 2026 is conducted in three stages: Preliminary (Stage I), Main (Stage II), and Personality Test (Stage III). The exam is for recruitment to Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering categories. The total marks are 1300 (500 for Prelims + 600 for Mains + 200 for Interview).
The Preliminary Exam is scheduled for 8 February 2026 (objective type). Qualifiers proceed to Mains (conventional type, tentative date around June 2026), followed by the Personality Test for shortlisted candidates.
Stage II: Main Examination (Conventional Type)
Purpose: In-depth assessment. Answers in essay/descriptive format.
Format: Two papers (candidates write in their own hand; no scribe unless PwBD-eligible).
Total Marks: 600
Duration: 3 hours per paper (6 hours total).
Venue: Limited centres
Category | Paper | Subject | Duration | Max Marks |
Civil Engineering | Paper-I | Civil Engineering | 3 hours | 300 |
Paper-II | Civil Engineering | 3 hours | 300 | |
Mechanical Engineering | Paper-I | Mechanical Engineering | 3 hours | 300 |
Paper-II | Mechanical Engineering | 3 hours | 300 | |
Electrical Engineering | Paper-I | Electrical Engineering | 3 hours | 300 |
Paper-II | Electrical Engineering | 3 hours | 300 | |
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Paper-I | Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 3 hours | 300 |
Paper-II | Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 3 hours | 300 | |
Total | 6 hours | 600 |
Stage-III: Personality Test (Interview)
Marks: 200 (no minimum qualifying marks).
Purpose: Assess leadership, initiative, intellectual curiosity, tact, social qualities, mental/physical energy, practical application, and integrity.
Shortlisting: About twice the vacancies, based on Prelims + Mains marks.
Format: Oral interview by UPSC board. No fixed duration, but typically 20-30 minutes.
Final Merit: Based on total marks (Prelims + Mains + Interview). Allocation to services/posts (e.g., IRMS, Central Engineering Service) per rank, preferences, and vacancies.
Important Points
Language: Question papers are in English only. Answers for conventional papers must be in English.
Negative Marking (Prelims only): 1/3rd of the marks deducted for each wrong answer. No penalty for unanswered questions. Multiple answers are treated as wrong.
Qualifying Criteria: Minimum marks fixed by UPSC for each stage. Prelims marks count towards the final merit.
Number of Candidates: About 6-7 times the vacancies (474) qualify for Mains. For the Interview, about twice the vacancies.
Scribe & Compensatory Time for PwBD: Allowed under specific conditions (e.g., 20 minutes extra per hour for Low Vision or other eligible disabilities; see Official Notification in Appendix IV to VI).
Handwriting & Presentation: Up to 5% deduction in Mains for illegible handwriting. Credit for orderly, effective expression with economy of words.
Calculators: Permitted only for Mains (battery-operated, non-programmable). Not allowed in Prelims.
SI Units: Used where required; standard tables/charts provided in exam hall.
Irrelevant Content: Penalty if answer scripts contain marks/signs revealing identity.
Eligibility
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for Indian Engineering Services (IES) Examination are required to fulfil certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility Indian Engineering Services (IES) are decided by the conduction body itself. The candidate’s eligibility for Indian Engineering Services (IES) Examination is based on the fulfilment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
4. Medical Examination
5. Physical Standards
Nationality
A candidate must be either:-
1. a citizen of India; or
2. a subject of Nepal; or
3. a subject of Bhutan; or
4. a Tibetan refugee who came over to India, before the 1st January 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India; or
5. a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (2), (3), (4) & (5) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issues by the Government of India.
Note :- A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary, may be admitted to the examination, but the offer of appointment may be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him/her by the Government of India.
Age limit (as on 01 January 2026)
1. A candidate for this examination must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years .
2. The upper age limit of 30 Years will be relaxable upto 35 years in the case of Government servants of the following categories, if they are employed in a Department/ Office under the control of any of the authorities mentioned in the Column 1 below and apply for admission to the examination for all or any of the Service(s)/ Post(s) mentioned in the Column 2, for which they are otherwise eligible.
3. A candidate who holds substantively a permanent post in the particular Department/ Office concerned. This relaxation will not be admissible to the probationer appointed against a permanent post in the Department/ Office during the period of his probation. However, this relaxation will admissible to the probationer so appointed provided he/she already retains a lien on a permanent post in Department/ Office under the control of any of the authorities mentioned in Column 1 below.
4. A candidate who has been continuously in a temporary service on a regular basis in the particular Department/ Office for at least 3 years on the Department/Office under the control of the authorities mentioned in the below table:
Column 1 | Column 2 |
Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) | I.R.S.E/I.R.S.M.E/I.R.S.E.E./I.R.S.S.E./I.R.S.S. |
Central Public Works Department | C.E.S. Group ‘A’, CE&MES Gr ‘A’ |
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways | Central Engineering Service (Roads) Gr. ‘A’ |
Ministry of Communication, Deptt. of Telecommunication | Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’ Indian Telecommunication Service Group ‘A’, J.T.O. (G.C.S. Gr. ‘B’) |
Min of Defence, Deptt. of Defence Production, Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Assurance | Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service (DAQAS)Gr ‘A’ |
Min of Science and Technology, Deptt. of Science and Technology | Survey of India Gr ‘A’ Service |
Geological Survey of India | Assistant Executive Engineer Gr ‘A’ |
Border Roads Organisation | BRES Gr. ‘A’ |
Indian Navy | Indian Naval Armament Service, Asstt. Naval Store Officer Grade-I |
Military Engineer Services | Indian Defence Service of Engineers (lDSE) Group ‘A’ AEE(QS&C) in Military Engineer Service (MES) Surveyor Cadre |
Min of Jal Shakti, Deptt. of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Central Water Commission | Central Water Engineering Group-A Service |
Central Electricity Authority |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for Indian Engineering Services (IES) Examination are required to fulfil certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility Indian Engineering Services (IES) are decided by the conduction body itself. The candidate’s eligibility for Indian Engineering Services (IES) Examination is based on the fulfilment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
4. Medical Examination
5. Physical Standards
Nationality
A candidate must be either:-
1. a citizen of India; or
2. a subject of Nepal; or
3. a subject of Bhutan; or
4. a Tibetan refugee who came over to India, before the 1st January 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India; or
5. a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (2), (3), (4) & (5) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issues by the Government of India.
Note :- A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary, may be admitted to the examination, but the offer of appointment may be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him/her by the Government of India.
Age limit (as on 01 January 2026)
1. A candidate for this examination must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years .
2. The upper age limit of 30 Years will be relaxable upto 35 years in the case of Government servants of the following categories, if they are employed in a Department/ Office under the control of any of the authorities mentioned in the Column 1 below and apply for admission to the examination for all or any of the Service(s)/ Post(s) mentioned in the Column 2, for which they are otherwise eligible.
3. A candidate who holds substantively a permanent post in the particular Department/ Office concerned. This relaxation will not be admissible to the probationer appointed against a permanent post in the Department/ Office during the period of his probation. However, this relaxation will admissible to the probationer so appointed provided he/she already retains a lien on a permanent post in Department/ Office under the control of any of the authorities mentioned in Column 1 below.
4. A candidate who has been continuously in a temporary service on a regular basis in the particular Department/ Office for at least 3 years on the Department/Office under the control of the authorities mentioned in the below table:
Column 1 | Column 2 |
Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) | I.R.S.E/I.R.S.M.E/I.R.S.E.E./I.R.S.S.E./I.R.S.S. |
Central Public Works Department | C.E.S. Group ‘A’, CE&MES Gr ‘A’ |
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways | Central Engineering Service (Roads) Gr. ‘A’ |
Ministry of Communication, Deptt. of Telecommunication | Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’ Indian Telecommunication Service Group ‘A’, J.T.O. (G.C.S. Gr. ‘B’) |
Min of Defence, Deptt. of Defence Production, Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Assurance | Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service (DAQAS)Gr ‘A’ |
Min of Science and Technology, Deptt. of Science and Technology | Survey of India Gr ‘A’ Service |
Geological Survey of India | Assistant Executive Engineer Gr ‘A’ |
Border Roads Organisation | BRES Gr. ‘A’ |
Indian Navy | Indian Naval Armament Service, Asstt. Naval Store Officer Grade-I |
Military Engineer Services | Indian Defence Service of Engineers (lDSE) Group ‘A’ AEE(QS&C) in Military Engineer Service (MES) Surveyor Cadre |
Min of Jal Shakti, Deptt. of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Central Water Commission | Central Water Engineering Group-A Service |
Central Electricity Authority | CPES Gr ‘A’ & CPES Gr ‘B’. |
Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship | Indian Skill Development Service |
Relaxation in upper age limit
Category | Years |
Scheduled Caste or a Scheduled Tribe | 5 Years |
Other Backward Classes | 3 Years |
Candidate who has ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from January 1, 1980, to December 31, 1989 | 5 Years |
Defence Services Personnel disabled in operations during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area, and released as a consequence thereof. | Maximum of 3 years |
Ex-servicemen, including Commissioned Officers and ECOs/ SSCOs who have rendered at least five years Military Service as on August 1 | Maximum of 5 years |
(a) blindness & low vision, | Maximum of 10 years |
Educational Qualification
For admission to the examination, a candidate must have –
1. Educational Institutions established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as Universities under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956
OR
2. Passed Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India)
OR
3. Obtained a degree/diploma in Engineering from such foreign University/ College/ Institution and under such conditions as may be recognised by the Government for the purpose from time to time
OR
4. Passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (India)
OR
5. Passed Associate Membership Examination Parts II and III/ Sections A and B of the Aeronautical Society of India.
OR
6. Passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Radio Engineers, London held after November 1959
Provided that a candidate for the post of Indian Naval Armament Services (Electronics Engineering Posts) and Indian Radio Regulatory Services Group 'A' may possess any of the above qualifications or qualifications mentioned below namely:-
For Indian Naval Armament Services (Electronics Engg. Posts)
M.Sc. degree or its equivalent with Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engineering as special subject.
For Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A'
M.Sc. degree or its equivalent with Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engineering as a subject or Master’s Degree in Science with Physics and Radio Communication or Electronics or Telecommunication as a special subject.
INDIAN ENGINEERING SERVICES (IES) MEDICAL EXAMINATION
Candidates finally recommended by the Commission on the basis of Engineering Services Examination, shall be required to undergo medical examination.
1. Every candidate, on being finally recommended by Commission will be required to undergo medical examination as and when so decided by the Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) irrespective of the fact that he/she has appeared for such medical examination in the past and found fit/unfit on the basis of earlier examination.
2. The medical examination will be conducted at various Railway Hospitals under Ministry of Railways (Railway Board). The findings of the Railways Medical Board will be taken as final and binding for all allotment purposes.
UPSC INDIAN ENGINEERING SERVICES (IES) PHYSICAL STANDARDS
The Minimum standards, without which candidate cannot be accepted are as follows :-
For Height and Chest
Name of Services | Height | Chest girth fully expanded | Expansion |
Railway Engineering Service (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Signal), Central Engineering Service Group A, CES (Roads), Central Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Service Group A in the C.P.W.D. Military Engineer services (IDSE) CWES, BRES. Gr. ‘A’ in Border Roads Organisation. | |||
For Male Candidates | 152 cm | 84 cm | 5 cm |
For Female Candidates | 150 cm | 79 cm | 5 cm |
For distant and near vision with or without glasses
Service | Distant Vision | Near Vision | ||
Better Eye | Worse Eye | Better Eye | Worse Eye | |
A. Technical | ||||
Railway Engineering Service | 6/6 or 6/9 | 6/12 or 6/9 | J/ I | J/ II |
Central Engineering Service Group A, Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service Group A Central Water Engineering Service GroupA, Central Power Engineering Service Group A and Group ‘B’ Central Engineering Service (Roads), Group A Engineer Gr. ‘A’ in the Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing/ Monitoring Organisation Indian Telecommunication Service Gr. ‘A’, J.T.O Gr. B Assistant Executive Engineer, in P&T Building works (Gr. ‘A’) Service Indian Naval Armament Service. Indian Naval Stores Officer Indian Ordnance Factories Service Group A. | 6/6 or 6/9 | 6/12 or 6/9 | J/ I | J/ II |
Assistant Executive Engineer (Group ‘A’) in theCorps of EME or or Military Engineer Service Group ‘A’. (IDSE), BRES Gr. ‘A’ in Border Roads Organisation | 6/6 or 6/9 | 6/18 or 6/9 | J/ I | J/ II |
B. Non-Technical | ||||
Indian Railway Stores Service, Indian Supply Service. Group ‘A’ | 6/9 | 6/2 | J/ I | J/ II |
Note
1. In respect of the Technical Service mentioned at A above, the total amount of myopia (including the cylinder) shall not exceed—4,00 D. Total amount of Hypermetropia (including the cylinder) shall not exceed+400D.
2. In every case of myopia funds examination should be carried out and the results recorded. In the event of any pathological condition being present which is likely to be progressive and affect the efficiency of the candidate, he shall be declared unfit.
3. Radial Keratotomy/Laser Correction etc. shall be considered as a disqualification for appointment in Railway Technical Services (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics). Permitted correction for conforming to prescribed visual standards is spectacles only.
For Colour perception
Grade | Higher Grade of colour perception | Lower Grade of colour perception |
Distance between the lamp and the candidate | 16 feet | 16 feet |
Size of aperture | 1.3 mm | 1.3 mm |
Time of exposure | 5 seconds | 5 seconds |
Note:- For the Railway Engineering Services (Civil, Electrical, Signal and Mechanical) and other service-connected with the safety of the public, a Higher grade of colour vision is essential but for others lower grade of colour, vision should be considered sufficient.
Schedule
IMPORTANT DATES
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, the notification was issued on 26 September 2025, and the application window remained open until 16 October 2025. The Preliminary Examination was conducted on 8 February 2026, and the Preliminary admit card was released on 30 January 2026. The Main Examination was held on 21 June 2026, with the Main admit card released on 12 June 2026. UPSC declared the Main Examination written result on 24 July 2026, and candidates who qualified in the Main Examination are eligible for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Date |
UPSC ESE Notification 2026 | 26 September 2025 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2025 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Admit Card | 30 January 2026 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Exam Date 2026 | 08 February 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Admit Card | 12 June 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Exam Date 2026 | 21 June 2026 |
Prelims Exam Result 2026 | 26 February 2026 |
Mains Exam Result 2026 | 24 July 2026 |
Final Result 2026 | To Be Announced |
IMPORTANT DATES
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, the notification was issued on 26 September 2025, and the application window remained open until 16 October 2025. The Preliminary Examination was conducted on 8 February 2026, and the Preliminary admit card was released on 30 January 2026. The Main Examination was held on 21 June 2026, with the Main admit card released on 12 June 2026. UPSC declared the Main Examination written result on 24 July 2026, and candidates who qualified in the Main Examination are eligible for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Date |
UPSC ESE Notification 2026 | 26 September 2025 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2025 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Admit Card | 30 January 2026 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Exam Date 2026 | 08 February 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Admit Card | 12 June 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Exam Date 2026 | 21 June 2026 |
Prelims Exam Result 2026 | 26 February 2026 |
Mains Exam Result 2026 | 24 July 2026 |
Final Result 2026 | To Be Announced |
Analysis
EXAM ANALYSIS
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026 is a national-level competitive exam conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment to Group A and Group B engineering posts in various central government departments and services. It covers four major branches: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
Total vacancies were 474. The selection process has three stages: Prelims (objective type for screening), Mains (conventional/descriptive for merit), and Personality Test (interview carrying 200 marks). Final merit is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Prelims + Mains + Interview (total 1300 marks).
Prelims was held on 8 February 2026 and Mains on 21 June 2026. The Mains result was declared on 24 July 2026, with 1,340 candidates shortlisted for the interview.
Exam Pattern
Prelims (Stage-I) is objective type and conducted offline on OMR sheets. Paper-I is General Studies & Engineering Aptitude (common for all branches) carrying 100 questions for 200 marks in 2 hours. Paper-II is Engineering Discipline (branch-specific) carrying 150 questions for 300 marks in 3 hours. Total marks for Prelims are 500. Negative marking of one-third is applicable.
Mains (Stage-II) is conventional/descriptive type. It consists of two papers of the engineering discipline, each carrying 300 marks and of 3 hours duration. Total marks for Mains are 600. Both papers were held on the same day.
Exam Time & Shift
Prelims (8 February 2026 – Sunday):
Morning shift – Paper-I (GS & Engineering Aptitude) from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
Afternoon shift – Paper-II (Technical) from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Mains (21 June 2026 – Sunday):
Morning shift – Paper-I from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Afternoon shift – Paper-II from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Section-wise Analysis, Difficulty Level & Good Attempts
Prelims Analysis
Paper-I (GS & Engineering Aptitude – common for all): Difficulty level was Easy to Moderate. The paper had a balanced mix of current affairs, engineering aptitude, mathematics, ethics, environment, material science, ICT, project management, design and safety. Most questions were conceptual and of standard type with a few unexpected ones. Good attempts were around 55–65 questions with high accuracy. This paper was relatively scoring for most candidates.
Paper-II (Technical – branch-wise):
Civil Engineering: Moderate difficulty. Mix of conceptual and numerical questions. Good attempts approximately 90–110. The paper was balanced but required careful time management.
Mechanical Engineering: Moderate to Difficult. Questions were lengthy, numerical and analytical in nature. Good attempts approximately 70–80. Multi-step calculations made time management a major challenge.
Electrical Engineering: Moderate. Mostly formula-based and conceptual questions. Good attempts approximately 90–110. The paper largely followed a standard pattern with fewer surprises.
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering: Moderate to Difficult. Mix of conceptual and numerical questions. Good attempts approximately 75–90. Some questions were analytical and time-consuming.
Overall Prelims difficulty was Moderate. Paper-I was relatively scoring while Paper-II (especially Mechanical and Electronics & Telecommunication) acted as the deciding factor. Time management was a key challenge in the technical papers. Overall good attempts for the entire Prelims were: Excellent – 180+, Very Good – 150–175, and Safe zone (depending on branch and accuracy) – 130–150.
Mains Analysis
Both Paper-I and Paper-II of Mains were descriptive and held on the same day. Overall difficulty ranged from Moderate to Moderate-Difficult depending on the branch.
Questions were a mix of conceptual, analytical and numerical types. Several questions were application-oriented and aligned with previous year patterns. Time management proved critical because of the descriptive format and lengthy calculations in some branches. Mechanical and Electrical papers were reported as slightly lengthy by many candidates, while Civil and Electronics & Telecommunication papers were relatively more balanced.
Candidates with strong conventional answer-writing practice and clear conceptual understanding performed better. Completing 4–5 full questions per paper with good presentation was considered a solid attempt.
Overall Analysis
Prelims was moderately tough, with Paper-II serving as the real filter. Accuracy combined with time management mattered more than the number of attempts.
Mains was fairly balanced but demanded depth of knowledge and writing speed. There was no major deviation from the traditional UPSC ESE pattern. Candidates having strong fundamentals, regular practice of numericals, and good answer presentation had a clear edge.
Cut-offs (especially for Prelims) were expected to remain moderate in view of the balanced difficulty level and the number of vacancies.
The Personality Test (Interview) schedule is yet to be announced and is expected in September–October 2026. Shortlisted candidates should focus on DAF-based preparation, technical depth, and current engineering-related affairs.
EXAM ANALYSIS
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026 is a national-level competitive exam conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment to Group A and Group B engineering posts in various central government departments and services. It covers four major branches: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
Total vacancies were 474. The selection process has three stages: Prelims (objective type for screening), Mains (conventional/descriptive for merit), and Personality Test (interview carrying 200 marks). Final merit is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Prelims + Mains + Interview (total 1300 marks).
Prelims was held on 8 February 2026 and Mains on 21 June 2026. The Mains result was declared on 24 July 2026, with 1,340 candidates shortlisted for the interview.
Exam Pattern
Prelims (Stage-I) is objective type and conducted offline on OMR sheets. Paper-I is General Studies & Engineering Aptitude (common for all branches) carrying 100 questions for 200 marks in 2 hours. Paper-II is Engineering Discipline (branch-specific) carrying 150 questions for 300 marks in 3 hours. Total marks for Prelims are 500. Negative marking of one-third is applicable.
Mains (Stage-II) is conventional/descriptive type. It consists of two papers of the engineering discipline, each carrying 300 marks and of 3 hours duration. Total marks for Mains are 600. Both papers were held on the same day.
Exam Time & Shift
Prelims (8 February 2026 – Sunday):
Morning shift – Paper-I (GS & Engineering Aptitude) from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
Afternoon shift – Paper-II (Technical) from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Mains (21 June 2026 – Sunday):
Morning shift – Paper-I from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Afternoon shift – Paper-II from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Section-wise Analysis, Difficulty Level & Good Attempts
Prelims Analysis
Paper-I (GS & Engineering Aptitude – common for all): Difficulty level was Easy to Moderate. The paper had a balanced mix of current affairs, engineering aptitude, mathematics, ethics, environment, material science, ICT, project management, design and safety. Most questions were conceptual and of standard type with a few unexpected ones. Good attempts were around 55–65 questions with high accuracy. This paper was relatively scoring for most candidates.
Paper-II (Technical – branch-wise):
Civil Engineering: Moderate difficulty. Mix of conceptual and numerical questions. Good attempts approximately 90–110. The paper was balanced but required careful time management.
Mechanical Engineering: Moderate to Difficult. Questions were lengthy, numerical and analytical in nature. Good attempts approximately 70–80. Multi-step calculations made time management a major challenge.
Electrical Engineering: Moderate. Mostly formula-based and conceptual questions. Good attempts approximately 90–110. The paper largely followed a standard pattern with fewer surprises.
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering: Moderate to Difficult. Mix of conceptual and numerical questions. Good attempts approximately 75–90. Some questions were analytical and time-consuming.
Overall Prelims difficulty was Moderate. Paper-I was relatively scoring while Paper-II (especially Mechanical and Electronics & Telecommunication) acted as the deciding factor. Time management was a key challenge in the technical papers. Overall good attempts for the entire Prelims were: Excellent – 180+, Very Good – 150–175, and Safe zone (depending on branch and accuracy) – 130–150.
Mains Analysis
Both Paper-I and Paper-II of Mains were descriptive and held on the same day. Overall difficulty ranged from Moderate to Moderate-Difficult depending on the branch.
Questions were a mix of conceptual, analytical and numerical types. Several questions were application-oriented and aligned with previous year patterns. Time management proved critical because of the descriptive format and lengthy calculations in some branches. Mechanical and Electrical papers were reported as slightly lengthy by many candidates, while Civil and Electronics & Telecommunication papers were relatively more balanced.
Candidates with strong conventional answer-writing practice and clear conceptual understanding performed better. Completing 4–5 full questions per paper with good presentation was considered a solid attempt.
Overall Analysis
Prelims was moderately tough, with Paper-II serving as the real filter. Accuracy combined with time management mattered more than the number of attempts.
Mains was fairly balanced but demanded depth of knowledge and writing speed. There was no major deviation from the traditional UPSC ESE pattern. Candidates having strong fundamentals, regular practice of numericals, and good answer presentation had a clear edge.
Cut-offs (especially for Prelims) were expected to remain moderate in view of the balanced difficulty level and the number of vacancies.
The Personality Test (Interview) schedule is yet to be announced and is expected in September–October 2026. Shortlisted candidates should focus on DAF-based preparation, technical depth, and current engineering-related affairs.
Study Tips
STUDY TIPS
To crack the IES (UPSC Engineering Services Exam), follow a well-structured preparation plan that emphasizes complete syllabus coverage, regular practice through previous year questions (PYQs) and mock tests, and effective time management. Make concise revision notes, stay updated with relevant current affairs, and maintain a healthy, stress-free routine. Begin preparation early, understand the exam pattern thoroughly, focus on weak areas, and strike a balance between conceptual clarity and speed, especially for numerical problem-solving.
1. Reading Habit - Allocate some time every day to read newspapers, current affairs magazines, and various books for engineering subjects. Keep yourself updated with all important events and issues of the last six months.
2. Clear Your Basics - Make sure to clear all the basics of each topic first.
3. Prepare Self Notes - Try to make your own notes which will help you to revise quickly. If not possible try to highlight the key points
4. Practice Formulas - All the formulas should be at your fingertips. Practice them regularly so that you do not forget them.
5. Solve Examples - Examples must be solved first in your preparation.
6. Practice Papers- You must practice diligently and be in a position to answer any type of questions asked from any topic.
7. Examine the Mock Test - Mock Test are not only for the purpose of solving but also for analysing and examining so not to repeat the same mistake again.
8. Know Your Strong & Weak Areas - By analysing and solving mock tests find your weak and strong areas. Give more time to weak areas.
STUDY PLAN
6-Month Study Plan
Assume you study 6–8 hours daily. Divide time as:
70% Technical Subject
20% GS & Engineering Aptitude
10% Revision & Tests
Month 1: Foundation
Revise Engineering Mathematics + one core subject (e.g., Strength of Materials / Thermodynamics / Network Theory / Signals).
GS: Engineering Maths basics, Quality, Ethics, Safety.
Solve previous 10 years’ Prelims questions of studied topics.
Start short notes.
Month 2: Core Subjects
Complete 2 major technical subjects.
Daily MCQs from Prelims level.
GS: Environment, Energy, Project Management.
One full-length Prelims mock every 10 days.
Month 3: Core Completion
Finish remaining technical subjects.
Start writing Mains-style answers (2–3 questions daily).
Revise all GS topics.
Weekly sectional tests (technical + GS).
Month 4: Revision + Mains Focus
First full revision of entire syllabus.
Daily Mains answer writing (1 full paper every week).
Analyze topper copies if possible.
Start full Prelims mock tests (2 per week).
Month 5: Prelims Intensive
Only revision + MCQs.
3–4 Full Prelims Mock Tests per week.
Error notebook maintenance.
Formula sheets and short notes revision.
Month 6: Final Push
Alternate day full Prelims tests.
Light Mains answer writing.
Revise: Formulas, Important concepts, Frequently wrong areas
Last 7 days only revision, no new topics.
3-Month Crash Study Plan
You must study 8–10 hours daily with full focus. Priority:
75% Technical Subjects
15% Prelims MCQs
10% GS & Aptitude
Month 1: Complete Syllabus Fast
Finish all core technical subjects once.
Solve PYQs side by side (last 15–20 years).
GS: Engineering Maths basics, Environment, Quality, Safety, Ethics.
Daily: 5–6 hrs Technical, 1 hr GS, 1–2 hrs MCQs.
Month 2: Revision + Test Phase
Revise all subjects.
Start Mains answer writing:
2–3 questions daily.
2 full Prelims mocks per week.
One technical subject test every 3 days.
Improve weak areas.
Goal: Accuracy + Speed building.
Month 3: Exam Mode
Only revision + tests.
3–4 Full Prelims mock tests per week.
Quick revision notes.
Light Mains answer writing.
Error notebook daily.
Last 10 Days:
Revise formula
...STUDY TIPS
To crack the IES (UPSC Engineering Services Exam), follow a well-structured preparation plan that emphasizes complete syllabus coverage, regular practice through previous year questions (PYQs) and mock tests, and effective time management. Make concise revision notes, stay updated with relevant current affairs, and maintain a healthy, stress-free routine. Begin preparation early, understand the exam pattern thoroughly, focus on weak areas, and strike a balance between conceptual clarity and speed, especially for numerical problem-solving.
1. Reading Habit - Allocate some time every day to read newspapers, current affairs magazines, and various books for engineering subjects. Keep yourself updated with all important events and issues of the last six months.
2. Clear Your Basics - Make sure to clear all the basics of each topic first.
3. Prepare Self Notes - Try to make your own notes which will help you to revise quickly. If not possible try to highlight the key points
4. Practice Formulas - All the formulas should be at your fingertips. Practice them regularly so that you do not forget them.
5. Solve Examples - Examples must be solved first in your preparation.
6. Practice Papers- You must practice diligently and be in a position to answer any type of questions asked from any topic.
7. Examine the Mock Test - Mock Test are not only for the purpose of solving but also for analysing and examining so not to repeat the same mistake again.
8. Know Your Strong & Weak Areas - By analysing and solving mock tests find your weak and strong areas. Give more time to weak areas.
STUDY PLAN
6-Month Study Plan
Assume you study 6–8 hours daily. Divide time as:
70% Technical Subject
20% GS & Engineering Aptitude
10% Revision & Tests
Month 1: Foundation
Revise Engineering Mathematics + one core subject (e.g., Strength of Materials / Thermodynamics / Network Theory / Signals).
GS: Engineering Maths basics, Quality, Ethics, Safety.
Solve previous 10 years’ Prelims questions of studied topics.
Start short notes.
Month 2: Core Subjects
Complete 2 major technical subjects.
Daily MCQs from Prelims level.
GS: Environment, Energy, Project Management.
One full-length Prelims mock every 10 days.
Month 3: Core Completion
Finish remaining technical subjects.
Start writing Mains-style answers (2–3 questions daily).
Revise all GS topics.
Weekly sectional tests (technical + GS).
Month 4: Revision + Mains Focus
First full revision of entire syllabus.
Daily Mains answer writing (1 full paper every week).
Analyze topper copies if possible.
Start full Prelims mock tests (2 per week).
Month 5: Prelims Intensive
Only revision + MCQs.
3–4 Full Prelims Mock Tests per week.
Error notebook maintenance.
Formula sheets and short notes revision.
Month 6: Final Push
Alternate day full Prelims tests.
Light Mains answer writing.
Revise: Formulas, Important concepts, Frequently wrong areas
Last 7 days only revision, no new topics.
3-Month Crash Study Plan
You must study 8–10 hours daily with full focus. Priority:
75% Technical Subjects
15% Prelims MCQs
10% GS & Aptitude
Month 1: Complete Syllabus Fast
Finish all core technical subjects once.
Solve PYQs side by side (last 15–20 years).
GS: Engineering Maths basics, Environment, Quality, Safety, Ethics.
Daily: 5–6 hrs Technical, 1 hr GS, 1–2 hrs MCQs.
Month 2: Revision + Test Phase
Revise all subjects.
Start Mains answer writing:
2–3 questions daily.
2 full Prelims mocks per week.
One technical subject test every 3 days.
Improve weak areas.
Goal: Accuracy + Speed building.
Month 3: Exam Mode
Only revision + tests.
3–4 Full Prelims mock tests per week.
Quick revision notes.
Light Mains answer writing.
Error notebook daily.
Last 10 Days:
Revise formulas, short notes.
No new topics.
Sleep well, reduce stress.
1- Month Crash Study Plan
Week 1: Full Syllabus Revision (Round-1)
Revise all technical subjects quickly (notes + formulas).
Solve PYQs topic-wise.
GS: Environment, Quality & Ethics, Project Management
2 Full Prelims mock tests in this week.
Week 2: Strengthening Weak Areas
Revise weak subjects deeply.
Practice high-weightage topics.
Start error notebook.
3 Full Prelims mock tests.
Revise GS completely.
Week 3: Exam Mode
Only revision + tests.
One mock test every alternate day.
Daily analysis of mistakes.
Light Mains answer writing (1–2 questions/day).
Rapid formula revision.
Week 4: Final Revision
No new study.
Only: Short notes, Formulas, Frequently wrong MCQs
3–4 full mock tests in total.
Last 3 days only light revision + rest.
General info
OVERVIEW
UPSC IES Exam is a national-level examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to recruit engineering graduates for various engineering services and posts under the Government of India. The commission conducts the Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) for four major engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
The UPSC ESE examination is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test (Interview). Both the Preliminary and Main examinations are conducted in offline mode. The Preliminary Examination consists of objective-type papers, while the Main Examination consists of conventional/descriptive papers based on the candidate's chosen engineering discipline. Candidates who qualify for the Preliminary Examination are eligible to appear for the Main Examination, and candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for the Personality Test.
The Personality Test is the final stage of the UPSC ESE selection process. The final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination and Personality Test, along with the applicable eligibility conditions and available vacancies.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Indian Engineering Services (IES) |
Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Admission Purpose | To recruit various Group 'A' and Group 'B' scientific posts in earth sciences and related fields in the Government of India. |
Exam Level | National |
Application Mode | Offline |
Exam Date | Prilims - 08 February 2026 |
Official Website |
SELECTION PROCESS
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) selection process is conducted in three stages to recruit engineers for various central government services.
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
Nature: Objective type (MCQs)
Papers:
Paper-1: General Studies & Engineering Aptitude (common for all branches)
Paper-2: Engineering Discipline (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics)
Purpose: Screening stage
Marks Considered for Final Merit: No (Qualifying only)
Candidates scoring above the cut-off qualify for the Mains exam.
Stage 2: Main Examination
Nature: Descriptive (Conventional type)
Papers: Paper-1 & Paper-2 of the chosen engineering discipline
Focus: In-depth technical knowledge, problem-solving, and analytical ability
Marks Considered for Final Merit: Yes
Only candidates clearing Prelims are eligible for Mains.
Stage 3: Personality Test (Interview)
Conducted by UPSC
Assesses: Technical knowledge, Personality traits, Leadership and decision-making ability, Communication skills
Marks Included in Final Merit: Yes
Final Selection
The final merit list is prepared based on Mains + Interview marks
Allocation to services (like IRMS, CPWD, BRO, etc.) depends on: Rank, Preferences, and Vacancy availability
OVERVIEW
UPSC IES Exam is a national-level examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to recruit engineering graduates for various engineering services and posts under the Government of India. The commission conducts the Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) for four major engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
The UPSC ESE examination is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test (Interview). Both the Preliminary and Main examinations are conducted in offline mode. The Preliminary Examination consists of objective-type papers, while the Main Examination consists of conventional/descriptive papers based on the candidate's chosen engineering discipline. Candidates who qualify for the Preliminary Examination are eligible to appear for the Main Examination, and candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for the Personality Test.
The Personality Test is the final stage of the UPSC ESE selection process. The final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination and Personality Test, along with the applicable eligibility conditions and available vacancies.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Indian Engineering Services (IES) |
Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Admission Purpose | To recruit various Group 'A' and Group 'B' scientific posts in earth sciences and related fields in the Government of India. |
Exam Level | National |
Application Mode | Offline |
Exam Date | Prilims - 08 February 2026 |
Official Website |
SELECTION PROCESS
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) selection process is conducted in three stages to recruit engineers for various central government services.
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
Nature: Objective type (MCQs)
Papers:
Paper-1: General Studies & Engineering Aptitude (common for all branches)
Paper-2: Engineering Discipline (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics)
Purpose: Screening stage
Marks Considered for Final Merit: No (Qualifying only)
Candidates scoring above the cut-off qualify for the Mains exam.
Stage 2: Main Examination
Nature: Descriptive (Conventional type)
Papers: Paper-1 & Paper-2 of the chosen engineering discipline
Focus: In-depth technical knowledge, problem-solving, and analytical ability
Marks Considered for Final Merit: Yes
Only candidates clearing Prelims are eligible for Mains.
Stage 3: Personality Test (Interview)
Conducted by UPSC
Assesses: Technical knowledge, Personality traits, Leadership and decision-making ability, Communication skills
Marks Included in Final Merit: Yes
Final Selection
The final merit list is prepared based on Mains + Interview marks
Allocation to services (like IRMS, CPWD, BRO, etc.) depends on: Rank, Preferences, and Vacancy availability
2026 exam
LATEST UPDATE
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 notification was released on 26 September 2025. The Preliminary Examination was conducted on 08 February 2026, and the Preliminary admit card was released on 30 January 2026. The Engineering Services (Main) Examination was held on 21 June 2026, for which the Main Examination admit card was released on 12 June 2026. UPSC declared the Main Examination written result on 24 July 2026, and candidates who qualified are eligible to appear for the Personality Test/Interview.
The final result of UPSC ESE 2026 is awaited. For more information and the latest updates, candidates should visit the official UPSC website from time to time.
IMPORTANT DATES
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, the notification was issued on 26 September 2025, and the application window remained open until 16 October 2025. The Preliminary Examination was conducted on 8 February 2026, and the Preliminary admit card was released on 30 January 2026. The Main Examination was held on 21 June 2026, with the Main admit card released on 12 June 2026. UPSC declared the Main Examination written result on 24 July 2026, and candidates who qualified in the Main Examination are eligible for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Date |
UPSC ESE Notification 2026 | 26 September 2025 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2025 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Admit Card | 30 January 2026 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Exam Date 2026 | 08 February 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Admit Card | 12 June 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Exam Date 2026 | 21 June 2026 |
Prelims Exam Result 2026 | 26 February 2026 |
Mains Exam Result 2026 | 24 July 2026 |
Final Result 2026 | To Be Announced |
VACANCY DETAIL
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, approximately 474 vacancies were notified across four engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. The vacancies are tentative and may be altered by UPSC based on the requirements of the concerned services. The notification includes 26 vacancies for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Branch-wise vacancy distribution:
Civil Engineering: 199 vacancies
Mechanical Engineering: 85 vacancies
Electrical Engineering: 72 vacancies
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering: 118 vacancies
Total: 474 vacancies
The 474 vacancies include reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules. The overall category-wise distribution reported for the 474 vacancies is 66 SC, 32 ST, 123 OBC, 42 EWS and 211 General, subject to the final vacancy position.
LATEST UPDATE
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 notification was released on 26 September 2025. The Preliminary Examination was conducted on 08 February 2026, and the Preliminary admit card was released on 30 January 2026. The Engineering Services (Main) Examination was held on 21 June 2026, for which the Main Examination admit card was released on 12 June 2026. UPSC declared the Main Examination written result on 24 July 2026, and candidates who qualified are eligible to appear for the Personality Test/Interview.
The final result of UPSC ESE 2026 is awaited. For more information and the latest updates, candidates should visit the official UPSC website from time to time.
IMPORTANT DATES
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, the notification was issued on 26 September 2025, and the application window remained open until 16 October 2025. The Preliminary Examination was conducted on 8 February 2026, and the Preliminary admit card was released on 30 January 2026. The Main Examination was held on 21 June 2026, with the Main admit card released on 12 June 2026. UPSC declared the Main Examination written result on 24 July 2026, and candidates who qualified in the Main Examination are eligible for the Personality Test/Interview.
Events | Date |
UPSC ESE Notification 2026 | 26 September 2025 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2025 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Admit Card | 30 January 2026 |
UPSC ESE Prelims Exam Date 2026 | 08 February 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Admit Card | 12 June 2026 |
UPSC ESE Mains Exam Date 2026 | 21 June 2026 |
Prelims Exam Result 2026 | 26 February 2026 |
Mains Exam Result 2026 | 24 July 2026 |
Final Result 2026 | To Be Announced |
VACANCY DETAIL
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, approximately 474 vacancies were notified across four engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. The vacancies are tentative and may be altered by UPSC based on the requirements of the concerned services. The notification includes 26 vacancies for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Branch-wise vacancy distribution:
Civil Engineering: 199 vacancies
Mechanical Engineering: 85 vacancies
Electrical Engineering: 72 vacancies
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering: 118 vacancies
Total: 474 vacancies
The 474 vacancies include reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules. The overall category-wise distribution reported for the 474 vacancies is 66 SC, 32 ST, 123 OBC, 42 EWS and 211 General, subject to the final vacancy position.
SALARY STRUCTURE
Candidates selected through the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) generally join as Assistant Executive Engineers (AEE), Assistant Directors, or equivalent Group ‘A’ posts at the Junior Time Scale. The basic pay starts at Rs. 56,100 per month under Pay Level 10, while the monthly in-hand salary is approximately Rs. 85,000–Rs. 1,00,000, depending on the place of posting, applicable allowances and deductions.
Level | Pay Scale | Time Frame |
Junior Time Scale (JTS) | INR 56100-177500 | On Joining |
Junior Time Scale (STS) | INR 67700-208700 | 3-5 years |
Junior Administrative Grade (JAG) | INR 123100-215900 | 10-15 years |
Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) | INR 144200-218200 | 15-20 years |
Higher Administrative Grade (HAG) | INR 182200-224100 | - |
HAG+ | INR 205400-224400 | - |
Apex Scale | INR 225000 | - |
Indian Engineering Service Officers are among the top recipients of a good deal of privileges and allowances. Below is a list of allowances and privileges available for IES Officers apart from the basic pay :
1. Residential Quarters (Type IV to Type VIII) OR HRA (presently 24% of basic pay)
2. Official Vehicle
3. Dearness Allowance (presently 9% of basic pay)
4. CGHS Medical Facility
5. Leave Travel Allowance/ Tour Allowance
6. National Pension Scheme
7. Gratuity
8. Leave Encashment
9. Mobile and Briefcase Allowance
10. Newspaper and Mobile Bill Reimbursement
11. Laptops
12. Children Education Allowance
13. Transport Allowance (approx. 8000 per month), etc.
HOW TO APPLY
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, candidates were required to apply online through the UPSC's new application portal. The notification was released on 26 September 2025, and the last date for submitting the application was 16 October 2025 at 6:00 PM.
Important: The ESE 2026 application window is now closed. The following is the detailed application procedure that candidates were required to follow.
Step 1: Visit the UPSC Online Portal
Candidates had to visit the official UPSC Online Application Portal and create an account. UPSC introduced a new application portal for ESE 2026. Unlike the earlier system, candidates had to complete their profile and application afresh on the new portal.
Step 2: Create an Account
Candidates had to select the New Registration option and provide the required basic details, including:
Name
Date of birth
Mobile number
Email ID
Other required personal details
After registration, candidates could log in to their account and access the application modules.
Step 3: Complete Universal Registration
The new UPSC portal requires candidates to complete the Universal Registration module. Candidates need to enter their personal, contact and other basic information carefully.
The details should be entered exactly as they appear in the candidate's official documents.
Step 4: Complete the Common Application Form
After completing registration, candidates had to fill in the Common Application Form (CAF). This includes information such as:
Personal details
Address and contact details
Educational qualifications
Category
Examination-related information
Other required declarations
Candidates should carefully verify all information before proceeding.
Step 5: Select Engineering Services Examination
After completing the common modules, candidates had to select Engineering Services Examination, 2026 and proceed to the examination-specific application.
The candidate had to select the appropriate engineering discipline, such as:
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Step 6: Upload Required Documents
Candidates were required to upload the documents/information requested by UPSC in the prescribed format. Depending on the candidate's claims, these could include documents relating to:
Date of birth
Educational qualification
Category
EWS/OBC status, wherever applicable
PwBD status, wherever applicable
Other claims made in the application
UPSC specifically stated that applicants had to upload documents supporting various claims along with the online application.
Step 7: Pay the Application Fee
Eligible candidates were required to pay the prescribed application fee ( 200 for General/OBC/EWS and No fee for Female, SC, ST, PwBD candidates) through the available online payment method, unless exempted under the applicable rules.
Candidates should check the official examination notification for the exact fee applicable to their category.
Step 8: Select Examination Centre
Candidates had to indicate their preferred examination centre from the centres available in the application form. Since examination-centre allotment is subject to UPSC's rules and availability, candidates should select their preferences carefully.
Step 9: Submit the Application
After entering all information and uploading the required documents, candidates had to carefully check the complete application.
Before final submission, verify:
Name and date of birth
Engineering discipline
Category
Educational qualification
Examination centre
Uploaded documents
Contact details
Fee/payment status
After confirming that all details were correct, the candidate could submit the application.
Step 10: Save the Confirmation
After successful submission, candidates should download and save a copy of the submitted application/confirmation for future reference.
It is advisable to keep the application details safely until the completion of the entire ESE selection process.
Important Point About the New UPSC Portal
For ESE 2026, UPSC introduced a new online application system consisting of Account Creation, Universal Registration, Common Application Form and the examination-specific application module. Therefore, the older OTR-based procedure should not be used as the application procedure for ESE 2026.
For future UPSC examinations, candidates should use the new UPSC Online Application Portal
EXAM CENTERS
For the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026, the Preliminary Examination was conducted at various centres across India. UPSC specifies the examination centres in the official notification, and candidates select their preferred centre while submitting the application. The actual centre allotted to a candidate is mentioned on the e-Admit Card.
Preliminary Examination Centres
The Preliminary Examination was conducted at 45 centres:
Agartala, Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Aligarh, Bengaluru, Bareilly, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cuttack, Dehradun, Delhi, Dharwad, Dispur (Guwahati), Gangtok, Hyderabad, Imphal, Itanagar, Jaipur, Jammu, Jorhat, Kochi (Cochin), Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji (Goa), Patna, Port Blair, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Raipur, Ranchi, Sambalpur, Shillong, Shimla, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, Tirupati, Udaipur, Visakhapatnam, Noida (Gautam Buddha Nagar) and Ghaziabad.
Main Examination Centres
The Main Examination was conducted at 24 centres:
Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cuttack, Dehradun, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Patna, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, Thiruvananthapuram and Visakhapatnam.
Important
The final examination venue/building was allotted to individual candidates and was specified on their respective e-Admit Card. For the Main Examination, UPSC released the e-Admit Card on 12 June 2026, ahead of the 21 June 2026 examination.
ADMIT CARD
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026 admit cards were released separately for the Preliminary and Main examinations. The Preliminary Examination e-Admit Card was released on 30 January 2026, while the Preliminary Examination was conducted on 8 February 2026. The Main Examination e-Admit Card was released in June 2026 for candidates who qualified in the Preliminary Examination, and the Main Examination was held on 21 June 2026. UPSC provides e-Admit Cards through its online portal.
How to Download UPSC ESE Admit Card
1. Candidates can follow these steps to download their UPSC ESE/IES admit card:
2. Visit the official UPSC website or the UPSC Online Application Portal: UPSC Official Website / UPSC Online Portal
3. Click on the “Admit Cards” or “e-Admit Cards” section.
4. Select Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 or Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2026, as applicable.
5. Read the instructions carefully and proceed to download the admit card.
6. Enter the required login details, such as Registration ID/Roll Number and other details as asked.
7. Submit the details.
8. Your UPSC ESE Admit Card will appear on the screen.
9. Check your name, roll number, photograph, examination date, timing and examination centre carefully.
10. Download and save the e-Admit Card.
11. Take a clear printout of the admit card and carry it to the examination centre along with a valid photo ID.
Candidates should also carefully read the Important Instructions to Candidates provided with the e-Admit Card and follow all examination-day instructions.
Important: The e-Admit Card is issued only to candidates who are eligible for the respective stage of the examination. The Main Examination admit card is available only to candidates who qualify for the Preliminary Examination.
EXAM RESULT
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2026 result is released in stages. The Preliminary Examination result was declared after the examination held on 8 February 2026, allowing qualified candidates to appear for the Main Examination. The Main Examination was held on 21 June 2026, and UPSC declared the Main Written Result on 24 July 2026. Candidates who qualified in the Main Examination are eligible for the Personality Test/Interview.
How to Check UPSC ESE Result
Candidates can check their UPSC ESE/IES result by following these steps:
1. Visit the official UPSC website: UPSC Official Website
2. Go to the “Examinations” or “Written Results” section.
3. Select Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2026.
4. Click on “Written Result” or “Written Result (with name)”, depending on the result you want to check. UPSC provides both roll-number-wise and name-wise result PDFs for the Main Examination.
5. The result PDF will open on the screen.
6. Use Ctrl + F on your computer and enter your Roll Number or Name.
7. Check whether your roll number/name appears in the list of qualified candidates.
8. Download and save the result PDF for future reference.
Important: Being listed in the written result does not mean final selection. Candidates qualifying for the Main Examination proceed to the Personality Test/Interview, after which UPSC prepares the final merit list.
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