The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE), also known as the Indian Engineering Services (IES), is one of the most prestigious exams for engineering graduates aspiring to join top technical and managerial positions in government departments. Here’s a detailed overview of the exam and its pattern:

Exam Stages

The ESE consists of three stages:

  1. Preliminary Exam (Objective Type):
    • Paper 1: General Studies and Engineering Aptitude (200 marks, 2 hours).
    • Paper 2: Discipline-specific (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) with 300 marks (3 hours).
    • Total Marks: 500.
    • Qualifying in prelims is mandatory to proceed to the Mains.
  2. Mains Exam (Descriptive Type):
    • Two papers of 300 marks each (specific to the chosen engineering discipline).
    • Duration: 3 hours per paper.
    • Total Marks: 600.
  3. Personality Test (Interview):
    • Weightage: 200 marks.
    • Assesses candidates’ suitability for managerial roles, leadership qualities, and technical knowledge.

Pattern and Syllabus

  • The exam tests candidates on their technical knowledge and general aptitude.
  • Key topics include current affairs, logical reasoning, engineering mathematics, and subject-specific expertise.
  • Recruitment is conducted for roles in sectors like Railways, Defense, Power, and Telecommunications.

ESE 2025 Updates

  • Prelims Date: June 8, 2025.
  • Mains Date: August 10, 2025.
  • The extension of the application deadline allows candidates to apply until November 22, 2024.
  • A new correction window is open from November 23 to November 29, 2024.

For more details on eligibility, syllabus, and updates, visit the official UPSC website.

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