Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification of UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 for the recruitment of 480 vacancy in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering disciplines.
Interested and eligible candidates may check this article for detailed official notification, educational qualification, age limit, salary details, and application procedure to be followed. The last date of submission of application is 6th October 2026.
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 |
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2027-Engg dated 16.09.2026 |
| No of Posts | 480 Posts (Including 17 PwBD) |
| Disciplines | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication |
| Educational Qualification | Degree in Engineering or Equivalent |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years as on 01.01.2027 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200/- (Nil for Female/SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC Engineering Services Examination Details
Name of Exam: UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027
Name of Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
No of Posts: 480 Posts
Disciplines:
- Category I: Civil Engineering
- Category II: Mechanical Engineering
- Category III: Electrical Engineering
- Category IV: Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Eligibility Criteria of UPSC Engineering Services Examination
Age Limit: Candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years on the 1st January, 2027 i.e., he/she must have been born not earlier than 2nd January, 1997 and not later than 1st January, 2008.
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
Educational Qualification: For admission to the examination, a candidate must have –
- Obtained a degree in Engineering from a University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institutions established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as Universities under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1966; or
- Passed Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India); or
- Obtained a degree/diploma in Engineering from such foreign University/College/Institution and under such conditions as may be recognized by the Government; or
- Passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (India); or
- Passed Associate Membership Examination Parts II and III/Sections A and B of the Aeronautical Society of India; or
- Passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Radio Engineers, London held after November, 1959.
Note: For Indian Naval Armament Service and Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’, M.Sc. Degree in relevant subjects is also acceptable.
Application Fee for UPSC Engineering Services Examination
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Female/SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
| Others | Rs 200/- |
How to Apply for UPSC Engineering Services Examination?
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online for UPSC Recruitment by visiting at official recruitment portal of UPSC.
- Scroll down, go to Important Web-Links section.
- Click on Online Application Form link.
- A new webpage will be opened.
- Enter all your personal and educational details as required.
- Upload your passport sized photograph and signature and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category and at the end click on submit button.
- Don’t forget to take a print of submitted application form.
Important Dates of UPSC Engineering Services Examination
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application | 16th September 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 6th October 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 8th February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Mains Exam Date | 21st June 2027 (Tentative) |
Important Link of UPSC Engineering Services Examination
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027?
The last date for submission of online application for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027 is 6th October 2026.
How many posts are there in UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2027?
A total of 480 vacancies are available under Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication disciplines.
What is the qualification required for UPSC Engineering Services Examination?
Candidates must have an Engineering degree from a recognized University or passed Sections A & B of IE (India) or equivalent qualifications as per UPSC notification.
What is the age limit for UPSC Engineering Services Examination?
The candidate must be between 21 to 30 years as on 1st January 2027. Age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL and 10 years for PwBD.
What is the application fee for UPSC Engineering Services Examination?
Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted. For all other candidates, the fee is Rs. 200/- only.