At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 474 Posts
- Post Name
- Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026
- Eligibility
- Passed or appearing in an Engineering Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in the relevant trade/stream from a recognized university.
- Age Limit
- 21 to 30 Years (Age relaxation applies as per government rules)
- Exam / Result Date
- 21 June 2026
- Application Last Date
- 16 October 2025
- Application Start Date
- 26 September 2025
- Salary
- ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10, 7th CPC)
Quick Summary
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 Mains Result. Check your status for 474 posts at upsc.gov.in.
UPSC ESE 2026 Mains Result – Quick Summary
The wait is over — UPSC ESE 2026 Mains result was declared on 24 July 2026 by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Find your roll number at upsc.gov.in.
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 |
| Advt. No. | 02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 474 Posts |
| Mains Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Mains Result Date | 24 July 2026 |
| Portal | upsc.gov.in |
Source: Official UPSC ESE 2026 Mains Result Notice, UPSC, 24 July 2026. Download PDF
UPSC ESE 2026 – Important Dates & Exam Schedule
The complete recruitment lifecycle for the 2026 Engineering Services cycle is outlined below, covering both Preliminary and Mains phases.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 26 September 2025 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 16 October 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card Available | 30 January 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Prelims Result Available | 26 February 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Mains Result Available | 24 July 2026 |
UPSC ESE 2026 – Vacancy Details (Discipline-Wise)
The recruitment drive aims to fill 474 Group 'A' and Group 'B' gazetted posts across four core engineering disciplines.
| Discipline Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 474 |
| Mechanical Engineering | |
| Electrical Engineering | |
| Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
UPSC ESE 2026 – Eligibility Criteria & Application Fee
Candidates applying for the UPSC ESE had to meet strict academic and age requirements as prescribed in the official notification.
| Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026) | 21 to 30 Years (Age relaxation applies as per government rules) |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Passed or appearing in an Engineering Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in the relevant trade/stream from a recognized university. |
| Application Fee | General / OBC: ₹200 | SC / ST / PH / Female: Nil (₹0) |
How to Check UPSC ESE 2026 Mains Result – Step by Step
The Mains result is available as a centralized PDF document containing the roll numbers and names of candidates qualified for the Interview phase.
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to Written Results: Click on the "Written Results" tab available on the homepage.
- Select the Exam: Find the link titled "Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2026".
- Download the PDF: You can choose either the "Roll Wise" or "Name Wise" result PDF file and open it.
- Search Your Details: Use the search function (Ctrl+F) to locate your Roll Number or Name to confirm your selection for the Personality Test.
Result Declared: 24 July 2026 | Check via Roll Number
UPSC ESE 2026 – What Happens After the Result
Candidates who have qualified the Mains written examination must now fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF) online. The DAF captures essential background information, educational records, and service preferences, which are scrutinized prior to the Personality Test. UPSC will release the DAF availability dates and the detailed interview schedule on its official website shortly.
UPSC ESE 2026 – What Qualified Candidates Should Know
Selected candidates appointed through the UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 are inducted into Group 'A' and Group 'B' central services. They are placed in Pay Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The starting basic pay is ₹56,100 per month. After factoring in Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and applicable deductions, the starting monthly in-hand salary for an entry-level officer typically ranges between ₹85,000 and ₹95,000, depending on the posting location.
The upcoming Stage III Personality Test (Interview) carries a substantial 200 marks. This stage does not merely test theoretical knowledge—which has already been assessed—but rigorously evaluates the candidate's leadership capacity, initiative, intellectual curiosity, mental and physical energy, and practical aptitude for an engineering administration career. Final merit rankings will merge the marks obtained in the Mains (600 marks) and the Personality Test.
Final appointment remains subject to a strict Medical Examination conducted by Central Medical Boards across designated Railway Hospitals. Given the demanding field requirements of services like the Border Roads Engineering Service (BRES) and CPWD, medical standards regarding vision, physical endurance, and color blindness are stringently enforced without exemption.
UPSC ESE 2026 – Official Links & Notices
Access all official examination documents, including the Mains and Prelims result PDFs, through the direct links compiled below.
| Download Mains Result – Roll Wise | Roll Wise PDF |
| Download Mains Result – Name Wise | Name Wise PDF |
| Download Mains Admit Card | Download Admit Card |
| Download Prelims Result – Roll Wise | Roll Wise PDF |
| Download Prelims Result – Name Wise | Name Wise PDF |
| Download Prelims Admit Card | Download Admit Card |
| Download Prelims Exam Notice | Notice PDF |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Portal |
