Post Wise Vacancy
has released 480 vacancies for the current recruitment cycle. The post-wise vacancy details are given in the table below. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for the specific post before applying.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Group-A/B (Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering) | 480 |
| Total | 480 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the post-wise eligibility criteria as notified by . The table below lists the age limit and minimum qualification required for each post. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC ,EWS,PH/PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Government of India norms.
| Post Name | Age Limit | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Group-A/B (Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering, | 21–30 Yrs (Not earlier than 2 jan 1997 and not la)ter than 1 jan 2006 | Engineering Degree from a recognized University/Institution. |
| SC/ST | 5 Year |
| OBC | 3 Year |
| Defence Service Personnel, disabled in operations during hostilities with any foreign country | 3 Year |
| Ex-Servicemen/ECOs/SSCOs | 5 Year |
| PwBD | 10 Year |
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive the following salary / pay scale as per the 7th Pay Commission or organisation pay rules. In addition to basic pay, HRA, DA and other allowances are payable as per government norms.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Group-A/B (Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering) | As Per Govt. Rule |
Selection Process
The selection for Recruitment 2026 will be done through the following stages. Candidates must qualify each round to be considered for the next stage.
Application Fee
Candidates should check the application fee and category-wise fee details before submitting the recruitment application form. The fee exemption and payment details should be verified from the official recruitment notification and website.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200 /- |
| SC/ST / PwBD/Female | Nil |
How to Apply
Step 2: Find the official advertisement for this post and read it carefully before applying.
Step 3: Click on the 'Apply Online' link and register/login with your email and mobile number.
Step 4: Fill in all required details in the application form accurately (personal, educational, experience).
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the specified format.
Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable) via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card or UPI.
Step 7: Submit the application form and take a printout / save the PDF of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| 📅 Application Start Date | 16 Sep 2026 |
| ⏰ Last Date to Apply | 06 Oct 2026 (15 days left) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 31 Jan 2027 |
| Mains Exam Date | 18 Jun 2027 |
Important Links
| 📄 Advertisement / Notification PDF | Download PDF ↗ |
| ✍️ Apply / Online Application | Apply Now ↗ |
| 🌐 Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
The available vacancies cover the following engineering disciplines.
Category -I Civil Engineering
- Central Engineering Service
- Central Engineering Service (Roads), Group A (Civil Engineering Posts)
- Survey of India Group ‘A’ Service
- AEE (Civil) in Border Roads Engineering Service
- AEE (QS&C) in MES Surveyor Cadre
- Central Water Engineering Service Group-A
- Indian Skill Development Service
- Indian Railway Management Service (Civil)
- Indian Railway Management Service (Stores)- Civil Engg. Posts
- Indian Defence Service of Engineers
Category II – Mechanical Engineering
- AEE in GSI Engineering Service Gr ‘A’
- Indian Naval Material Management Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts
- Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Mechanical)
- AEE (Electriccal and Mechanical) in Border Roads Engineering Service
- India Skill Development Service
- Indian Railway Mangement Service (Mechanical)
- Indian Railway Mangement Service (Stores)
- Indian Defence Service of Engineer
- Indian Naval Armament Service (Mechanical)
- Central Water Engineering Group ‘A’ Service
- Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service (Mechanical)
- Central Power Engineering Service Group ‘A’
Category III – Mechanical Engineering
- Central Elecrtical & Mechanical Engineering Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
- Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
- Central Power Engineering Service Group-A (Electrical Engineering Posts)
- Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electrical)
- Indian Skill Development Service
- Indian Railway Management Service (Electrical)
- Indian Railway Management Service (Stores)- Electrical Engg. Post
- Indian Defence Service of Engineers
- Indian Naval Armament Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
Category III – Mechanical Engineering
- Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
- Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group-A
- Indian Telecommunications Service Group-A
- Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Post)
- Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Post)
- Indian Skill Development Service
- Junior Telecom Officer Group-B
- Indian Railway Management Service (Signal & Telecommunication)
- Indian Railway Management Service (Stores) – S & T Engg. Posts
- Central Power Engineering Service Group-A (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Post)
Center for Engineering Service Examination (Preliminary)
| Agartala | Kohima |
| Ahemedabad | Kolkata |
| Aizawl | Lucknow |
| Aligarh | Madurai |
| Prayagraj | Gaya |
| Bangalore | Mumbai |
| Bareilly | Nagpur |
| Bhopal | Panaji (Goa) |
| Chandigarh | Patna |
| Gurugram | Port Blair |
| Chennai | Raipur |
| Cuttack | Ranchi |
| Dhehradun | Sambalpur |
| Dharwad | Shillong |
| Dispur(Guwahati) | Gorakhpur |
| Gangtok | Shimla |
| Hyderabad | Srinagar |
| Imphal | Thiruvanthapuram |
| Agra | Tirupti |
| Itanagar | Udaipur |
| Jaipur | Visakhapatnam |
| Jammu | Ghaziabad |
| Jorhat | Varanasi |
| Delhi | Kochi |
Center for Engineering Service Examination (Mains)
| Ahemedabad | Kolkata |
| Aizawl | Lucknow |
| Prayagraj | Mumbai |
| Bangalore | Thiruvanthapuram |
| Bhopal | Visakhapatnam |
| Chandigarh | Patna |
| Delhi | Port Blair |
| Chennai | Raipur |
| Cuttack | Ranchi |
| Dhehradun | Shillong |
| Dispur(Guwahati) | Shimla |
| Hyderabad | Jammu |
| Jaipur |
⚠️ Always verify from official website before applying. Last date: 06 Oct 2026
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