UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Notification No. 02/2026 ENGG., dated 26-09-2025, to fill 474 posts under the Engineering Services Examination 2026. Online applications are invited from 26-09-2025 to 16-10-2025 via the official website upsconline.nic.in. Candidates must carefully read the UPSC Engineering Services 2026 notification to verify eligibility. Check the notification for salary details and benefits like medical insurance, PF, TA/DA, etc. Applicants must maintain a working Email Address and Mobile Number until the recruitment results are announced.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Notification No | 02/2026 ENGG., Dated 26-09-2025 |
| Job Category | Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 474 |
| Place of Posting | All Over India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 26-09-2025 |
| Last Date | 16-10-2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 08-02-2026 |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in |
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Category | Services/Posts |
|---|---|
| Category I – Civil Engineering | Central Engineering Service, Central Engineering Service (Roads) Group-A, Survey of India Group ‘A’ Service, AEE (Civil) in Border Roads Engineering Service, AEE (QS&C) in MES Surveyor Cadre, Central Water Engineering (Group ‘A’) Service, Indian Skill Development Service, Indian Railway Management Service (Civil), Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – Civil Engg. Posts |
| Category II – Mechanical Engineering | AEE in GSI Engineering Service Gr ‘A’, Indian Naval Material Management Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts), Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Mechanical), AEE (Electrical and Mechanical) in Border Roads Engineering Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts), Indian Skill Development Service, Indian Railway Management Services (Mechanical), Indian Railway Management Services (Stores) – Mechanical Engg. Posts, Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Mechanical Trade, Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Mechanical Trade, AEE Gr ‘A’ (Mechanical Engineering Posts) in Corps of EME, Min of Defence |
| Category III – Electrical Engineering | Central Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Service (Electrical Engineering Posts), Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electrical Engineering Posts), Central Power Engg Service Gr ‘A’ (Electrical Engg Posts), Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electrical), Indian Skill Development Service, Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Electrical Trade, Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Electrical Trade, Indian Railway Management Service (Electrical), Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – Electrical Engg. Posts, AEE Gr ‘A’ (Electrical Engineering Posts) in Corps of EME, Min of Defence |
| Category IV – Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Indian Radio Regulatory Service Gr ‘A’, Indian Telecommunications Service Gr ‘A’, Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electronics and Telecom Engineering Posts), Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electronics & Tele), Indian Skill Development Service, Junior Telecom Officer Gr ‘B’, Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Electronics Trade, Indian Enterprises Development Service/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Electronics Trade, Indian Railway Management Service (Signal & Telecommunication), Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – S & T Engg. Posts, AEE Gr ‘A’ (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Posts) in Corps of EME, Min of Defence |
- Note: Total 474 vacancies; category-wise breakdown available in the official notification at upsconline.nic.in.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification |
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| Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026) | 21 to 30 years (born between 02-01-1996 and 01-01-2005). Up to 35 years for specified Government servants. |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: +5 years; OBC: +3 years; PwBD (Gen/EWS): +10 years; PwBD (SC/ST): +15 years; PwBD (OBC): +13 years; Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. Policy. |
| Application Fee | Female/ST/SC/PwD: Nil; Others: Rs.200/-. Payment Mode: Online. |
| Required Documents | Scanned copies of educational certificates (Engineering Degree/M.Sc./relevant membership exams), ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar), recent passport-size photograph, community certificate (if applicable), valid email ID, mobile number. |
- Note: Verify eligibility via the official notification at upsconline.nic.in. Apply by 16-10-2025.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 – Salary Details
Salary varies by service/post (Group A/B) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, typically ranging from Level-10 (Rs.56,100 – 1,77,500) to higher levels with experience. Includes DA, HRA, medical insurance, PF, TA/DA, and other allowances as per Central Govt. norms. Check the official notification for specific pay scales.
- Note: Detailed salary structure available at upsconline.nic.in.
Career Opportunities in UPSC Engineering Services 2026
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination offers prestigious Group A/B roles in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering across services like Indian Railways, Central Engineering, and Defence. Enhance employability with certifications in project management, advanced engineering, or software tools from platforms like NPTEL or Coursera. Professional liability insurance ensures career stability in these high-responsibility roles.
- Top Certifications: Project Management (PMI), Advanced Engineering (NPTEL), AutoCAD/SolidWorks.
- Salary Potential: Rs.56,100-1,77,500/month (Level-10) with Central Govt. benefits.
- Insurance Tip: Professional liability insurance for engineers.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 – Selection Process
- Stage-I: Preliminary Examination: Objective-type papers (General Studies & Engineering Aptitude, Discipline-specific).
- Stage-II: Mains Examination: Descriptive papers (Discipline-specific).
- Stage-III: Personality Test: Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Final Selection: Results published at upsconline.nic.in.
Exam Centers in Tamil Nadu
- Preliminary Examination: Chennai, Madurai
- Mains Examination: Chennai
How to Apply for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026
- Visit upsconline.nic.in and navigate to the “Examination” section.
- Click on the “Engineering Services Examination 2026” application link.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) or log in to the UPSC portal.
- Fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (e.g., Engineering Degree/M.Sc., ID proof, photograph).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) by 16-10-2025.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
- Monitor upsconline.nic.in for exam and result updates.
Important Dates
- Start Date for Application: 26-09-2025
- Last Date for Application: 16-10-2025
- Preliminary Exam Date: 08-02-2026
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