UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 Mains Admit Card Download

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Mains Admit Card for Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026. Candidates who qualified in the Preliminary Examination can now download their UPSC ESE 2026 Mains Admit Card through the official UPSC portal. The Engineering Services Examination is one of India’s most prestigious engineering recruitment examinations conducted for recruitment into various Group A and Group B engineering services under the Government of India.

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UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 Overview

Recruitment Authority	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Examination Name	Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026
Total Vacancies	457 Posts
Job Category	Central Government Jobs
Application Mode	Online
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains & Personality Test
Official Website	www.upsc.gov.in

Engineering Discipline Wise Vacancy Details

Engineering Stream	Group
Civil Engineering	Group A & B
Mechanical Engineering	Group A & B
Electrical Engineering	Group A & B
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering	Group A & B
Total Posts	457

UPSC ESE 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	September 2025
Application Start Date	18 September 2025
Last Date To Apply	08 October 2025
Preliminary Exam	08 February 2026
Preliminary Result	Released
Mains Admit Card	Released
Mains Examination	22 June 2026

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹200/-
SC / ST / Female / PwBD	Nil

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years
• Age Relaxation As Per UPSC Rules

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized University or Institution in one of the following disciplines:

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
• Equivalent Engineering Qualification

Selection Process

• Stage-I: Preliminary Examination
• Stage-II: Engineering Services Main Examination
• Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview
• Document Verification
• Final Merit List

UPSC ESE Salary & Benefits

Candidates selected through Engineering Services Examination are appointed in prestigious Group A and Group B engineering posts under various ministries and departments of the Government of India. Officers receive attractive salary packages under the 7th Pay Commission along with HRA, DA, TA, Medical Facilities, Pension Benefits and Promotional Opportunities.

• Starting Salary: ₹56,100/- Per Month
• Level 10 Pay Matrix
• Government Accommodation
• Medical Facilities
• Pension Benefits
• Travel Allowance
• Career Growth Opportunities

UPSC ESE Exam Pattern 2026

The Engineering Services Examination consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test.

• Paper-I: General Studies & Engineering Aptitude
• Paper-II: Engineering Discipline Specific
• Mains Examination (Conventional Type)
• Personality Test / Interview

UPSC ESE 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus includes General Studies, Engineering Aptitude and discipline-specific engineering subjects including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.

How To Download UPSC ESE 2026 Mains Admit Card

1. Visit the UPSC Online Portal.
2. Login using Registration ID and Password.
3. Open Engineering Services Examination 2026.
4. Click on Mains Admit Card Link.
5. Download the Admit Card PDF.
6. Print multiple copies for examination purposes.

Important Documents Required

• Mains Admit Card
• Valid Photo Identity Proof
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport Size Photograph
• Application Form Copy
• Registration Details

Important Links

Download Mains Admit Card	Click Here
Download Notice For Mains Admit Card	Click Here
Download Pre Result	Click Here
Download Notice For Pre Result	Click Here
Apply Online	Click Here
Download Official Notification	Click Here
Download Exam Pattern / Syllabus	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
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UPSC ESE 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are available in UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: 457 Posts.

Q2. Is UPSC ESE Mains Admit Card released?
Ans: Yes, the Mains Admit Card has been released.

Q3. What is the official website of UPSC?
Ans: www.upsc.gov.in

Q4. What is the selection process?
Ans: Prelims, Mains and Personality Test.

Q5. Who can apply for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Engineering Graduates from recognized universities.