UPSC ESE 2025 Registration Opens for 232 Engineering Vacancies, Know How to Apply

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2025, with registrations beginning today, September 18. Aspiring candidates can submit their applications through the official website at upsconline.nic.in. The last date to complete the registration process is October 8, 2024.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for UPSC ESE 2025

1. Visit the official website at upsconline.nic.in.
2. Click on the Engineering Services Examination 2025 link under the "What’s New" section.
3. Download and carefully review the UPSC ESE 2025 notification.
4. Register with your basic details such as name, email ID, and mobile number.
5. Log in using your email ID and password to access the application form.
6. Fill out the application form, upload necessary documents, and select your examination center.
7. Pay the required application fee and submit the form.
8. Save a copy of the submitted form for future reference.

Key Dates for UPSC ESE 2025

• The UPSC ESE 2025 notification was released on September 18, 2024.
• The online application process also commenced on September 18, 2024.
• The last date to submit the application is October 8, 2024.
• The UPSC ESE Preliminary Exam is scheduled for February 9, 2025.
• The dates for the Main Exam and Personality Test are yet to be announced.

UPSC ESE 2025 Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies available for UPSC ESE 2025 is 232, distributed across various engineering disciplines. This includes 12 positions reserved for candidates under the PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) category.

The eligible engineering disciplines are:

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

UPSC ESE 2025 Application Fees

• General, OBC, and EWS candidates are required to pay an application fee of INR 200.
• SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Ex-Servicemen and female candidates are exempt from paying any fee.

Eligibility Criteria for UPSC ESE 2025

• The candidate must be a citizen of India or fulfill certain other conditions as mentioned in the official notification.
• The candidate must have a B E/ BTech degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from a recognised institution.
• The candidate must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of January 1, 2025.

Selection Process for UPSC ESE 2025

• Preliminary Examination (500 marks)
• Main Examination (600 marks)
• Personality Test/Interview (200 marks)

Candidates who qualify in the Prelims will proceed to the Mains, followed by an interview and document verification.

The UPSC ESE Prelims 2025 is scheduled for February 9, 2025, and aims to fill 232 vacancies in various engineering fields, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and electronics and communication engineering. This prestigious exam offers positions in Group-A services under several government departments.