Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Mains Admit Card for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2024 on its official website. Candidates who have successfully qualified in the Preliminary Examination can now download their ESE Mains Admit Card. The Mains Exam is scheduled to be held on 10 August 2025.
This prestigious recruitment is for Group A and B posts in various technical services/departments of the Government of India. The admit card is available on the official UPSC portal and can be accessed using Registration Number, Roll Number, or Date of Birth. Check the complete details below including important dates, eligibility, vacancy, how to download admit card, and more.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 18 September 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 October 2024 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 October 2024 |
| Application Re-Open | 18 October 2024 to 22 November 2024 |
| Pre Exam Date | 08 June 2025 |
| Pre Admit Card Available | 28 May 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 10 August 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card Released | 30 July 2025 |
Some Useful Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Mains Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Mains Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download Prelims Result | Click Here |
| Download Prelims Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Visit UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Candidates must check the UPSC official site regularly for any exam-related updates.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
Payment Mode:
Candidates can pay the application fee online using the following options:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- UPI
- Mobile Wallet
Age Limit
As on UPSC Rules (Expected Cut-off Date: 01 August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Date of Birth Range: Must be born between 2nd January 1995 and 1st January 2004
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms and UPSC rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Engineering Services (Pre & Mains) | 232 |
Note: Post distribution among various engineering categories (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) is provided in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.E. / B.Tech) in the relevant discipline from a recognized university in India.
- Final-year students who are appearing in the examination are also eligible, subject to final result submission during later stages.
Engineering Disciplines Covered:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
For more precise eligibility based on service preferences, refer to the official notification PDF.
How to Download UPSC Engineering Services Mains Admit Card 2025
Follow the steps below to download your Mains Admit Card:
- Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsc.gov.in
- On the homepage, go to the “What’s New” section or directly click on “Admit Cards” under “Examination” tab.
- Click on the link that reads “ESE Mains Admit Card 2025”.
- Select any one of the login methods: Registration ID / Roll Number / Date of Birth.
- Fill in the necessary details and the captcha code, then click on Submit.
- Your ESE Mains Admit Card will appear on the screen.
- Download the PDF and take at least 2–3 printouts for exam day.
Important:
- Double-check the following on your admit card:
- Name and Photograph
- Exam Centre and Code
- Exam Date and Shift Timing
- Signature
- Paper Details (Engineering Discipline)
Mode of Selection
The selection process for UPSC ESE 2025 includes the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- General Studies & Engineering Aptitude Paper
- Discipline-specific Paper
- Mains Examination (Conventional Type)
- Paper-I: Discipline-specific
- Paper-II: Discipline-specific
- Personality Test / Interview
Final selection is based on the cumulative marks obtained in all three stages.
Some Useful Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Mains Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Mains Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download Prelims Result | Click Here |
| Download Prelims Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Visit UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was the UPSC Engineering Services Prelims 2025 exam conducted?
Ans. The Prelims exam was conducted on 08 June 2025.
Q2. What is the exam date for UPSC ESE Mains 2025?
Ans. The Mains exam will be held on 10 August 2025.
Q3. When was the Mains Admit Card for ESE 2025 released?
Ans. UPSC released the Mains Admit Card on 30 July 2025.
Q4. How many vacancies are there in the UPSC Engineering Services 2025 recruitment?
Ans. There are a total of 232 vacancies for various engineering disciplines.
Q5. What is the minimum educational qualification for UPSC ESE 2025?
Ans. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in a relevant stream from a recognized university.
Q6. What is the age limit to apply for UPSC ESE 2025?
Ans. The minimum age is 21 years, and the maximum is 30 years as on the date mentioned in the notification. Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC rules.
Q7. Can final-year engineering students apply?
Ans. Yes, candidates appearing in their final year of Engineering are eligible to apply.
Q8. What is the official website to download the ESE Mains Admit Card 2025?
Ans. The official website is https://upsc.gov.in
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