Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Prelims Admit Card 2026 on its official website. The Engineering Services Preliminary Examination 2026 will be conducted on 08 February 2026 (Sunday). Candidates who applied for the examination can now check and download their Exam City Details / Admit Card by logging in with their Registration Number, Roll Number, or Date of Birth. The direct download link is provided below.
Advt. No.: 02/2026-ENGG
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 : Short Details
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Examination Name: Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026
Exam Level: National Level
Exam Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
Admit Card Status: Released
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 26 September 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 16 October 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 October 2025
- Preliminary Exam Date: 08 February 2026
- Pre Admit Card Release: January 2026
- Result Date: Will Be Updated Soon
Candidates are advised to verify details from the official UPSC website.
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹200/-
- SC / ST: ₹0/-
- PH / Female: ₹0/-
Payment Mode (Online):
Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / IMPS / Mobile Wallet
UPSC Engineering Services 2026 : Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC Engineering Services rules.
Total Vacancies
- Total Posts: 474
UPSC Engineering Services Recruitment 2025–26 : Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Engineering Services (ESE) | 474 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in a Degree course in any of the following disciplines from a recognized University/Institute in India:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
How To Check & Download UPSC Engineering Services Pre Admit Card 2026
- Open an internet browser on your mobile or computer.
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Click on the Admit Card / Examination section on the homepage.
- Find and select Engineering Services (ESE) Prelims Admit Card 2026.
- Enter your Registration ID / Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit the details to view your admit card.
- Check all details carefully – name, roll number, exam date, timing, and exam centre.
- Download the admit card PDF.
- Take a printout to carry to the examination centre.
UPSC Engineering Services Recruitment 2026 : Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Personality Test / Interview
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
- Download Prelims Admit Card: Click Here
- Check Pre Exam Date Notice: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification: Hindi | English
- Syllabus & Exam Pattern: Click Here
- UPSC Official Website: Click Here
UPSC Engineering Services Pre Admit Card 2026 : Important Questions
Q. Has the UPSC Engineering Services Pre Admit Card 2026 been released?
Ans. Yes, UPSC has officially released the ESE Prelims Admit Card 2026.
Q. When will the UPSC ESE Prelims Exam 2026 be conducted?
Ans. The UPSC Engineering Services Preliminary Examination 2026 will be held on 08 February 2026.
Q. Who conducts the Engineering Services Examination?
Ans. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the ESE every year.
Q. What is the purpose of the UPSC ESE Prelims Exam?
Ans. The Preliminary Examination is the first stage to shortlist candidates for the Mains Examination.
Q. What is the official website of UPSC?
Ans. The official website is https://www.upsc.gov.in/
