UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2025 232 Posts
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2025 232 Posts
UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2025 232 Posts : The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online applications for the UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025. A total of 232 vacancies have been announced, and the recruitment drive will fill posts across various engineering disciplines in government departments and ministries. Aspiring candidates can apply through the official website @www.upsc.gov.in starting from 18th September 2024, with the application window closing on 8th October 2024.
Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission
Notification No: 02/2025 ENGG. Dated 18.09.2024
Job Category: Central Government Jobs
Employment Type: Regular Basis
Total No of Vacancies: 232 Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 Posts
Place of Posting: All Over India
Vacancy Details: Recruitment on the results of this Engineering Services examination will be made to the Services/ Posts under the following categories:-
Category I-Civil Engineering
Category II-Mechanical Engineering
Category III-Electrical Engineering
Category IV-Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Category I – Civil Engineering
Group-A Services/Posts
(i) Central Engineering Service (Civil)
(ii) Central Engineering Service (Roads), Group-A (Civil Engg Posts).
(iii) Survey of India Group ‘A’ Service.
(iv) AEE (Civil) in Border Roads Engineering Service.
(v) Indian Defence Service of Engineers.
(vi) AEE (QS&C) in MES Surveyor Cadre.
(vii) Indian Skill Development Service.
(viii) Central Water Engineering (Group ‘A’) Service.
Category II-Mechanical Engineering:
Group-A/B Services/Posts
(i) Indian Defence Service of Engineers.
(ii) Indian Naval Armament Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts).
(iii) Central Power Engineering Service Group ‘A'(Mechanical Engineering Posts)
(iv) Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Mechanical).
(v) AEE (Elect & Mech) in Border Roads Engineering Service.
(vi) Indian Naval Material Management Service (Mechanical Engineering Posts)
(vii) Indian Skill Development Service.
Category III – Electrical Engineering
Group-A/B Services/Posts
(i) Indian Defence Service of Engineers.
(ii) Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
(iii) Indian Naval Armament Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
(iv) Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electrical).
(v) Central Power Engg Service Group ‘A’ (Electrical Engineering Posts).
(vi) Indian Skill Development Service.
(vii) IEDS/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Electrical Trade
(viii) IEDS/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Electrical Trade
Category IV – Electronics And Telecommunication Engineering
Group-A/B Services/Posts
(i) Indian Telecommunication Service Gr ‘A’.
(ii) Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’ (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Posts).
(iii) Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics and Telecom Engg Posts).
(iv) Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electronics & Telecom Engg Posts)
(v) Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electronics & Tele).
(vi ) Indian Skill Development Service.
(vii ) Indian Radio Regulatory Service Gr ‘A’
(viii ) IEDS/Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) Electronics Trade.
(ix) IEDS/Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) Electronics Trade
Eligibility Criteria : Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria to apply for the UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2025:
Nationality: Indian citizens are eligible. Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, and certain other countries may also be eligible under specific conditions (refer to the official notification for details).
Educational Qualification: (As on 08.10.2024)
(a) Bachelor Degree in Engineering or
(b) Passed Sections A & B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India); or
(c) Bachelor Degree/diploma in Engineering from such foreign University/Institution/, or
(d) Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineers (India); or
(e) Associate Membership Examination Parts II & III/Sections A and B of the Aeronautical Society of India; or
(f) Graduate Membership Examination of the Institutions of Electronics & Radio Engineers, London held after November, 1959
Provided that a candidate for the post of Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics Engg Posts) and Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’ may possess any of the above qualifications or the qualification mentioned below namely:-
For Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics Engg Posts) – M.Sc. degree or its equivalent with Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Engineering or Radio Physics as a special subject.
For Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’- M.Sc. degree or its equivalent with Wireless Communication Electronics, Radio Engineering or Radio Physics as a subject or Master’s Degree in
Science with Physics and Radio Communication or Telecommunication or Electronics as a special subject.
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2024) : A candidate for this examination must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years on the 1st January, 2025 i.e., he/she must have been born not earlier than 2nd January, 1995 and not later than 1 st January, 2004.
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
| For SC/ ST Candidates: 5 years |
| For OBC Candidates: 3 years |
| For PwBD (Gen/ EWS) Candidates: 10 years |
| For PwBD (SC/ ST) Candidates: 15 years |
| For PwBD (OBC) Candidates: 13 years |
| For Ex-Servicemen Candidates: As per Govt. Policy |
Salary and Pay Scale: Selected candidates will be appointed to prestigious engineering positions in various government departments, and the salary structure will be according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The approximate pay scale for an Engineering Services officer is:
- Basic Pay: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- Grade Pay: Level-10
- Other Allowances: Apart from the basic pay, candidates will also receive several allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA), which will vary based on their place of posting.
Selection Process: The selection process for the UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2025 consists of the following stages:
Stage-I: Engineering Services (Prelims) Examination (Objective Type Papers)
Stage-II: Engineering Services (Mains) Examination (Conventional Type Papers) and
Stage-III : Personality Test
Exam Center In Tamil Nadu: Chennai, Madurai
How to Apply: Candidates must follow these steps to apply for the UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2025:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the UPSC official website at www.upsc.gov.in.
- Registration: Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link. New users need to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
- Filling the Application Form: After registration, log in and fill out the application form with the required details like personal, educational, and communication information.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and any other required documents as per the specified format.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online through net banking, credit card, or debit card. The application fee is:
- General/OBC Candidates: ₹200
- SC/ST/PwD/Female Candidates: No Fee
- Submit the Application: Review all the details, make corrections if necessary, and then submit the application form.
- Print the Confirmation Page: After successful submission, take a printout of the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Dates and Links :
Notification Release Date: 18th September 2024
Starting Date for Online Application: 18th September 2024
Last Date for Online Application: 8th October 2024
Preliminary Examination Date: 19th February 2025
Main Examination Date: June 2025 (exact date to be notified later)
Official Notification: Download Here
Apply Online: UPSC Online Application Portal
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination is one of the most prestigious exams for engineers aspiring for a career in government services. With 232 vacancies, the 2025 recruitment cycle offers a fantastic opportunity for qualified engineers to secure a reputable job in central government departments. Eligible candidates are encouraged to read the official notification carefully, ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, and submit their applications within the given time frame.