UPSC Engineering Services Pre Admit Card 2026

Current Status: Admit Card Released  |  Last Updated: 30 January 2026  |  Official Authority: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the admit card for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Pre‑2026. This page is intended for candidates who have applied for the 474 posts and need guidance on downloading the admit card, preparing for the exam, and understanding the next steps.

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start 26 September 2025
Last Date for Application 16 October 2025
Admit Card Release 30 January 2026
Pre‑Exam Date 08 February 2026

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must possess an engineering degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant discipline from a recognized university.
  • The degree must be obtained on or before the last date for submission of documents.
  • No specific work experience is required; fresh graduates are eligible.

Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 474 posts across various engineering streams.

Selection Process

The selection consists of three stages:

  1. Pre‑Exam (Objective type)
  2. Main Exam (Conventional type)
  3. Personality Test / Interview

Who Should Apply and Who Should Not?

Apply if you hold a valid engineering degree in the required stream and meet the age criteria (21‑30 years). Do not apply if you are still awaiting final semester results unless you can provide a provisional certificate before the document verification stage.

Common Mistakes Candidates Make

  • Missing the admit‑card download window – the card is available only for a few days.
  • Entering incorrect registration details while logging into the UPSC portal.
  • Skipping the official notification; many important updates are posted there.

How to Download the UPSC ESE Pre Admit Card 2026

  1. Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsc.gov.in/.
  2. Look for the link titled “Admit Card – UPSC Engineering Services Recruitment 2025” in the notifications list.
  3. Click the link and you will be redirected to the login page.
  4. Enter your Registration Number, Date of Birth and solve the Captcha.
  5. Submit the details and download the admit card PDF.

Useful Official Links

Expiry / Update Note: The information provided is valid only until the final result declared on the UPSC portal. After the recruitment cycle concludes, this page will be archived. Candidates should regularly check upsc.gov.in for any new notifications, result releases, or next‑stage updates.

In summary, the UPSC Engineering Services Pre‑2026 admit card is now available for download. Ensure you have your registration credentials ready, download the card before the link expires, and keep track of the exam date. For any further clarification, refer only to the official UPSC website.

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