In 30 Seconds
UPSC ESE 2027 registration closed at 6:00 p.m. on October 6, 2026, at upsconline.nic.in. The exam offers 480 Group A and Group B engineering posts. The first stage, the Prelims, is set for January 31, 2027.
The Union Public Service Commission released the notification on September 16, 2026. UPSC is the central body that hires for senior government posts. ESE stands for the Engineering Services Examination.
What is the UPSC ESE 2027 registration last date?
The UPSC ESE 2027 registration last date was October 6, 2026. The online window closed at 6:00 p.m. IST. UPSC takes no new forms after this time.
The next fixed step is the Prelims admit card. UPSC will post it on upsconline.nic.in before the exam.
| What | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification released | September 16, 2026 | Done |
| Registration window | September 16 to October 6, 2026 | Closed |
| Last date to apply | October 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. IST | Closed |
| Preliminary (Stage I) | January 31, 2027 | Awaited |
| Mains (Stage II) | June 18, 2027 | Awaited |
The January 31 Prelims is the next date that matters. Admit cards usually reach the portal about three weeks before.
How many vacancies are in UPSC ESE 2027?
UPSC ESE 2027 has 480 posts. The count is up from 474 in ESE 2026. These are Group A and Group B engineering jobs.
The jobs sit in central government departments. They cover civil, mechanical, electrical, and electronics and telecom branches.
Some coaching sites still show last year’s branch split. That older split adds up to 474, not 480. Only the UPSC notification confirms this year’s division.
Who is eligible for UPSC ESE 2027?
UPSC ESE 2027 is open to engineering graduates. A B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant branch qualifies. Final-year students may apply if they finish the degree before joining.
The age limit is 21 to 30 years. The cut-off date is January 1, 2027. You must be born between January 2, 1997 and January 1, 2006.
Turn Your Achievements Into Stories That Students Actually Read
Feature admissions, placements, rankings, events, research initiatives, achievements, and institutional milestones before a highly engaged education-focused audience.
SC and ST students get five extra years. OBC students get three. Those with benchmark disability get ten.
Final year mein hoon, kya main UPSC ESE 2027 apply kar sakta hoon?
Yes. A final-year engineering student can apply. The student must hold the degree before joining the service. UPSC checks that proof at a later stage.
When are the UPSC ESE 2027 prelims and mains exams?
UPSC ESE 2027 holds the Prelims on January 31, 2027. That is about a week earlier than the ESE 2026 date. The Mains exam follows on June 18, 2027.
The exam runs in three stages. The Prelims is an objective test, and the Mains is written. A Personality Test is the last stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UPSC ESE 2027 application fee?
+
The UPSC ESE 2027 fee is Rs 200 for most men. General, OBC and EWS men pay this amount. Women pay nothing. SC, ST and PwBD applicants also pay nothing. The fee is unchanged from last year.
Can candidates apply for UPSC ESE 2027 after October 6, 2026?
+
No. The exam took no new forms after 6:00 p.m. IST on October 6, 2026. The online window is shut. Those who missed it must wait for the next cycle, UPSC ESE 2028.
What is the selection process for UPSC ESE 2027?
+
The exam runs in three stages. The Preliminary exam comes first, on January 31, 2027. The Mains exam follows on June 18, 2027. A Personality Test is the final stage before the merit list.
What posts does UPSC ESE 2027 recruit for?
+
The exam recruits engineers for 480 Group A and Group B posts. The jobs are in central government departments. They span civil, mechanical, electrical, and electronics and telecom work.
Last verified: October 7, 2026
Disclaimer: Dates, fees, cutoffs and eligibility can change without notice. Check with UPSC before you act.
