“Complete Guide to UPSC ESE 2025 Application Form: Dates, Steps, and Tips”

“Complete Guide to UPSC ESE 2025 Application Form: Dates, Steps, and Tips”

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the application form for the Engineering Services Exam (ESE) 2025. You  can apply online for above post starting from September 18, 2024, through the official website, upsconline.nic.in. This year, there are 232 Grade A vacancies available in various government departments.

Key Highlights of UPSC ESE 2025

• Total Vacancies: 232 Grade A positions
• Branches: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
• Application  Date :  Start Date – September 18, 2024 , End Date-October 8, 2024
• Application Fee: Rs. 200 for general candidates; free for SC/ST/PWD/Ex-servicemen and female candidates
• Eligibility: Candidates must have a BE/B.Tech degree in the relevant discipline and be aged between 21 and 30 years.

Important Dates

To ensure you don’t miss any crucial steps, here are the important dates for UPSC ESE 2025:

How to Apply for UPSC ESE 2025

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Online Registration
   • Visit the UPSC official website: upsconline.nic.in.
   • Click on “Apply Online” and select the One-Time Registration (OTR) option.
   • Fill in your personal details, including your name, date of birth, contact information, and select security questions.
   • Submit the registration form to receive your registration number and password via email and SMS.
2. Filling the Application Form
   • Log in using your registration details.
   • Complete the application form by providing your educational background, preferred exam center, and other necessary information.
   • Upload a recent passport-size photograph and your signature in prescribed format.
3. Pay the  of Application Fee
   • Pay the application fee using online payment methods. Ensure you check all details before final submission.
4. Review the application.
   • After reviewing the entire application, submit the form.
   •  Save application digitally or take print out of this.

Documents Required

Make sure you have the following documents ready to complete your application:

• Scanned passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Identity proof (Aadhaar card, passport, etc.)
• Birth certificate or matriculation certificate (for age verification)
• Class 12th mark sheet
• Degree certificates or transcripts
• Category certificate (if applicable)

Application Fee Details

The application fee for different categories are given below.

• General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 200
• SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen/Female: No fee

Ensure your payment is completed online to avoid any issues with your application.

Application Correction Window

If you need to make changes to your application, the correction window will be available from October 9 to 15, 2024.