UPSC IES/ESE 2024 Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus and Study Material Download

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The Engineering Services Examination, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), aims to hire qualified individuals for the position of IES Officers (Grade I, Gazetted) in disciplines like Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics Telecommunications. If you have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology and desire a prestigious government job, you can prepare for the UPSC IES/ESE 2024 to pursue your dream.

The exam is held to recruit candidates for various engineering positions in departments such as the Ministry of Telecommunication and Information Technology, Central Public Works Department, Ministry of Railways, Geological Survey of India, Military Engineer Services, and more. Interested applicants can apply online by filling out the application form. The application form will be available from September 6, 2023, with the last date to apply online being September 26, 2023. Candidates are advised to bookmark this page for the latest and regular updates on UPSC IES/ESE 2024.

UPSC ESE/IES Exam Overview

The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) will release the UPSC ESE (Engineering Services Examination) Notification 2024 in PDF format, containing all the essential information for the recruitment process. Here is a summary of the UPSC ESE Exam 2024: Please refer to the table below for important details:

UPSC IES/ESE Recruitment 2024
Recruitment BoardUPSC (Union Public Service Commission)
Exam NameEngineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2024
Name of PostGrade I, IES Officer
Eligible Engineering BranchesCivil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Total VacanciesNotified Later
Online Registration Dates6th September to 26th September 2023
Selection ProcessPreliminary Exam [Objective Type]Mains Exam [Descriptive Type]Interview
Exam ModeOffline [Pen-Paper Mode]
Application Fees200/-
Official Websitewww.upsc.gov.in

UPSC ESE/IES Notification 2024

Don’t miss the great opportunity of the UPSC ESE/IES 2023 exam, a dream come true for engineering students in India. The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) conducts this prestigious annual exam, providing a chance to work in esteemed government organizations. The official notification for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2024, covering Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, will be released on September 6, 2023, following the UPSC Calendar. Online applications for UPSC ESE 2024 will be accepted until September 26, 2023. Stay updated on our website for the direct link to download the UPSC ESE Notification PDF once it becomes available. In the meantime, you can refer to the previous year’s UPSC ESE/IES notification.

UPSC ESE Recruitment 2024: Important Dates

According to the UPSC Calendar 2023, the important dates for the UPSC ESE 2024 exam have been announced. The Preliminary Exam, which is an objective type exam for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES) 2024, will take place on February 18, 2024. Please refer to the table below for all the important dates related to the UPSC ESE 2024 recruitment.

UPSC ESE 2024 Important Dates
Notification Release Date6th September 2023
Online Application Start Date26th September 2023
Last Date for Apply Online16th August 2023
Admit CardNotified Later
UPSC ESE Preliminary Exam Date18th February 2024
Prelims Exams Result DateNotified Later
UPSC ESE Mains Exam Date23th June 2024
UPSC ESE Mains Result DateNotified Later
UPSC ESE Interview DateNotified Later
Final Result DeclarationNotified Later

UPSC ESE 2024 Vacancy

The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) has not yet released the vacancies for the UPSC ESE (Engineering Services Examination) 2024. Once the official notification is released by UPSC, the vacancies for UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) 2024 will be announced. We will keep you updated on the UPSC IES Vacancy 2022-2023 here. In the previous year, a total of 327 vacancies were announced for the UPSC IES/ESE 2022-2023 Exam. Stay tuned for further updates on the vacancies for UPSC ESE/IES 2024.

UPSC IES 2023 Vacancies
Branch NameGenEWSOBCSCSTTotal
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Telecommunication Engineering
Total Vacancies327
UPSC IES 2022 Vacancies
Branch NameGenEWSOBCSCSTTotal
Civil Engineering549341911127
Mechanical Engineering201104439
Electrical Engineering13164125
Electronics Telecommunication Engineering265167155
Total Vacancies11316663417246

UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for UPSC ESE/IES 2024, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria set by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission):

UPSC ESE/IES Nationality

To be eligible for the exam, a candidate must meet the following criteria regarding nationality:

  • Citizen of India, or
  • Subject of Nepal, or
  • Subject of Bhutan, or
  • Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of settling permanently, or
  • Person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of settling permanently in India.
  • Candidates falling under categories (b), (c), (d), and (e) must possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India. Candidates requiring a certificate of eligibility can still appear for the exam, but the offer of appointment will be given only after they receive the necessary eligibility certificate from the Government of India.

UPSC IES/ESE 2024 Age Limit

Candidates must fulfill the prescribed age limit criteria for the posts offered through UPSC ESE/IES Exam 2024. Please refer to the official notification for detailed information on the age requirements.

Ensure that you meet these eligibility criteria before applying for the UPSC IES Exam 2024.

To be eligible for the UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) exam, candidates must meet the following age limitations:

Minimum Age: 21 years

Maximum Age: 30 years

Please keep in mind that these age limits are subject to variation based on the specific requirements and regulations established by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Age Relaxation

The UPSC ESE 2024 Exam provides age relaxation criteria for different categories. The details are as follows:

CategoryUpper Age Limit
General/UR30 Years
Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe (SC/ ST)35 years
Other Backward Castes (OBC)33 years
Physically Handicapped Candidates40 years
Jammu & Kashmir ResidenceGeneral35 Years
OBC38 Years
SC/ST40 Years
PH45 Years
Disabled servicemen discharged from dutyGeneral33 Years
OBC36 Years
SC/ST38 Years
Ex-serviceman with 5 years duty (5 years of relaxation)General35 Years
OBC38 Years
SC/ST40 Years

UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Educational Qualification

To meet the eligibility criteria for the UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) exam 2024, candidates must fulfill the basic educational qualification requirement. The minimum educational qualification required is a degree in an engineering discipline from a recognized university. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) provides a detailed list of educational criteria for appearing in the IES exam 2024.

  • A degree in Engineering from a university incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as universities under the University Grants Commission Act, 1956.
  • Passed Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India).
  • Obtained a degree/diploma in Engineering from a foreign university/college/institution recognized by the government.
  • Passed the Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (India).
  • Passed the Associate Membership Examination Parts II and III/Sections A and B of the Aeronautical Society of India.\
  • Passed the Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics and Radio Engineers, London, held after November 1959.

Important Note:

Important Note that specific qualifications apply for certain posts, such as M.Sc. degree or its equivalent with specialized subjects for Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics Engineering Posts) and Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group ‘A’.

UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Physical Standards

Candidates who plan to apply for the UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) Examination must meet certain physical standards. These standards include height, chest measurement (for males), and vision requirements. It is important for candidates to be physically fit as per these standards in order to be eligible for admission to the UPSC IES Examination 2024.

UPSC ESE/IES Height & Chest Measurement

Please refer to the table below to understand the required Chest Girth Expansion for the examination. The Chest Girth measurement varies based on categories and gender.

Service/Gender/HeightUpper Age Limit
Service: BRES. Gr. A in Border Roads Organization Gender: Male Height: 152 cmChest Girth Fully ExpandedExpansion
84 cm5 cm
Service: BRES. Gr. A in Border Roads Organization Gender: Female Height: 150 cm79 cm5 cm
Service: MES Service Gr. A Gender: Not Required Height: Not RequiredNot Required5 cm
Service: Indian Ordnance Factories Service Gr. A Gender: Not Required Height: Not RequiredNot Required5 cm

UPSC ESE/IES Vision

The following table provides details of the Vision standards set by the authority for distant vision and near vision requirements for candidates appearing in the UPSC IES/ESE 2024 exam:

Service/Gender/HeightUpper Age Limit
Service: Railway Engineering Service (EE, ME, CE & Signal)Distant VisionNear Vision
Better Eye 6/6 or 6/9 Worse Eye 6/12 or 6/9Better Eye J/I Worse Eye J/II
Service: Central Engineering Service, Group-A2. Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service, Gr. A3. Central Water Engineering Service Gr ‘A’4. Central Power Engineering Service Gr ‘A’ &Gr ‘B’5. Central Engineering Service (Roads), Group-A6. Indian Radio Regulatory Service Gr ‘A’7. Indian Telecommunication Service Gr. ‘A’, J.T.O Gr. B, 8. Assistant Executive Engineer in P&T Building works (Gr. ‘A’) Service9. Indian Naval Armament Service. Indian Naval Stores Service,10. Indian Ordnance Factories Service Group A. Survey of India Gr ‘A’ Service,11. Indian Inspection Service (Asst. Dir. Grade-I)Better Eye 6/6 or 6/9 Worse Eye 6/12 or 6/9Better Eye J/I Worse Eye J/II
Service: AEE Gr ‘A’ in Corps of EME2. Military Engineer Service, Gr. A. (IDSE)3. AEE(QS&C) in Military Engineer Service (MES) Surveyor Cadre4. BRES Gr.‘A’ in Border Roads OrganisationBetter Eye 6/6 or 6/9 Worse Eye 6/18 or 6/9Better Eye J/I Worse Eye J/II
Service: Indian Railway Stores Service2. Indian Supply Service Gr ‘A’3. Geological Survey of India Engineering Service Gr ‘A’Better Eye 6/9 Worse Eye 6/12Better Eye J/I Worse Eye J/II

UPSC ESE/IES Medical Examinations

After successfully clearing all the rounds of the UPSC IES 2024 exam, candidates are required to undergo a medical examination, irrespective of whether they have previously undergone such an examination. The medical examination will be conducted at one of the railway hospitals under the Ministry of Railways. The Railway Medical Board will make the final decision regarding the candidate’s fitness, and this decision will be considered final.

List of Zonal Railway Hospitals:

Here is a list of zonal railway hospitals where the medical fitness round will be conducted. Please refer to the hospital names and addresses to determine the location of your medical fitness examination:

Railway Zone/ Name of HospitalAddress of Hospitals
Railway Zone: Central Railways
Name of Hospital: B.A.M. Hospital
Dr. Baba Sahab Ambedkar Railway Hospital, Byculla, Mumbai‐400027
Railway Zone: Eastern Railways
Name of Hospital: B.R. Singh Hospital
B.R. Singh Hospital, Sealdah, Kolkata
Railway Zone: East Central Railways
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Ec Railway, Karbigahiya, Patna
Railway Zone: East Coast Railways
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar‐751017
Railway Zone: Northern Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Basant Lane, Chelmsford Road, Connaught Place, Delhi
Railway Zone: North Central Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Allahabad
Railway Zone: North Eastern Railway
Name of Hospital: LNMR Hospital
Lalit Narayan Mishra Hospital, Gorakhpur
Railway Zone: North East Frontier Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Maligaon, Guwahati
Railway Zone: North Western Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Ganpati Nagar, Near Jaipur Railway Station, Jaipur
Railway Zone: Southern Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Constable Road, Ayanavaram, Perambur, Chennai
Railway Zone: South Central Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Lalaguda Railway Colony, Secunderabad
Railway Zone: South Eastern Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Garden Reach Road, Kolkata
Railway Zone: South East Central Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Bilaspur
Railway Zone: South Western Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Gadag Road, Hubli
Railway Zone: Western Railway
Name of Hospital: J.R.H. Hospital
Jagjivan Ram Hospital, Maratha Mandir Marg, Mumbai Central, Mumbai
Railway Zone: West Central Railway
Name of Hospital: Central Hospital
Indira Market, Jabalpur

UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Selection Process

The UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Recruitment notification is scheduled to be released on September 6, 2023. Interested candidates should familiarize themselves with the following stages outlined in the official notification PDF. The UPSC IES Selection process consists of three phases:

Stage 1: Preliminary Exam

Stage 2: Mains Exam

Stage 3: Personal Interview

Stage 4: Medical Examinations & Documents Verification

Candidates must successfully complete each stage to progress to the next phase of the selection process. Please refer to the official notification for detailed information on the UPSC IES 2024 Recruitment stages.

UPSC IES/ESE 2024 Exam Pattern

The ESE (Engineering Services Examination) is conducted in three stages.

  • The Stage-1 is the Preliminary examination with a duration of 2 hours.
  • The Preliminary exam consists of an objective-type paper with 2 sections.
  • The total marks for the Preliminary exam are 500, with 200 marks for Paper 1 and 300 marks for Paper-II.
  • The Stage-2 is the Mains Exam, which is a descriptive test with 2 question papers.
  • The total marks for the Mains exam are 600, with 300 marks for each question paper.
  • The final stage is the Personality Test, which carries 200 marks and is mandatory to qualify.
Exam StagesMarks
Stage-1 (Preliminary)500
Stage-2 (Mains)600
Stage- 3 (Personality Test Interview)200
Total [Stage 1 + Stage 2 + Stage 3]1300

Stage 1: UPSC ESE/IES Pattern 2024 Preliminary Examination (Objective Papers)

The Preliminary Examination for UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) consists of two papers, namely Paper 1 and Paper 2. Upon qualifying the Preliminary/Phase-I Examination, candidates become eligible for the Main/Phase-II Examination.

Total Marks: 500

Negative Marking: 1/3 Marks for each wrong answer in Preliminary Examination.

Exams Duration: The duration of the UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) Preliminary Examination Paper is 2 hours (120 minutes), and Paper 2 has a duration of 3 hours (180 minutes).

Paper TypeMarks
Preliminary Stage 1 (Objective Type Questions)
General Studies & Engineering Aptitude Paper200
Engineering Discipline (CE/ ME/EE/E&T)300
Total500

Stage-2: UPSC ESE/IES Pattern 2024 Mains Examination (Conventional Papers)

The Mains Examination for UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) consists of two papers, namely Paper 1 and Paper 2. Only candidates who clear the IES Preliminary exam will be eligible to appear in the IES Mains exam. The Engineering Services (Main/Phase-II) examination will consist of two conventional type papers in the engineering discipline.

Total Marks: 600

Exams Duration: The duration of the UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) Mains Examination Paper is 3 hours (180 minutes), and Paper 2 has a duration of 3 hours (180 minutes).

Paper TypeMarks
Mains Stage 2 (Conventional Papers)
Engineering Discipline (CE/ ME/EE/E&T)300
Engineering Discipline (CE/ ME/EE/E&T)300
Total600

Stage-3: UPSC ESE/IES Pattern 2024 Personality Test

Candidates who successfully qualify for Stage-I and Stage-II Exams of the UPSC IES (Indian Engineering Services) will be selected to proceed to Stage-III, which is the Personality Test Interview.

Paper TypeMarks
Stage 3 Personality Test
Personality Test Interview200
Total200
Total [Stage 1 + Stage 2 + Stage 3]1300

UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Document Verification / Final Selection

Candidates who successfully clear all three stages of the UPSC IES Exam 2024 will be required to undergo document verification. It is essential for candidates to be prepared with both soft and hard copies of the following documents for the UPSC ESE 2024 Document Verification: During the interview process for ESE (Engineering Services Examination) and PSU (Public Sector Undertaking) selections, the required documents are minimal as detailed document verification takes place once the selected candidates are called for final joining in the organization.

For ESE, the following documents are generally required:

  • Matriculation (10th class) pass certificate/marksheet (for Date of Birth verification).
  • Degree certificate and higher degree certificate, if applicable. If the degree is obtained from a foreign university, it should be recognized by the government.
  • Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
  • Physical Disability Certificate, if applicable, duly countersigned by the Chairman of the Medical Board and Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
  • Certificate supporting Age Relaxation, if availed.
  • The e-summon letter issued by the UPSC should be printed and presented on the day of the interview.

For PSUs, the required documents may vary from one PSU to another, but generally, the following documents are required:

  • Matriculation (10th class) pass certificate/marksheet (for Date of Birth verification).
  • Degree certificate and higher degree certificate, if applicable.
  • Job experience certificate, if any.
  • Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
  • Physical Disability Certificate, if applicable, duly countersigned by the Chairman of the Medical Board and CMO.
  • Interview Call Letter.

Please note that the specific document requirements may vary depending on the organization and its specific guidelines. It is advisable to refer to the official notifications and instructions provided by the respective authorities for accurate and up-to-date information.

UPSC ESE/IES Officers Salary

Indian Engineering Officers join as Assistant Executive Engineers or Assistant Directors at the Junior Time Scale level with a basic salary of Rs. 56,100 per month. The net salary, after deductions, is approximately Rs. 85,000 per month.

Level/Time FramePay Scale Per Months
Level: Junior Time Scale (JTS) Time Frame: On Joining56100-177500
Level: INR 67700-208700 Time Frame: 3-5 years67700-208700
Level: Junior Administrative Grade (JAG) Time Frame: 10-15 years123100-215900
Level: Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) Time Frame: 15-20 years144200-218200
Level: Higher Administrative Grade (HAG)182200-224100
Level: HAG+205400-224400
Level: Apex Scale225000

Indian Engineering Service Officers are entitled to various privileges and allowances in addition to their basic pay. These include Residential Quarters (Type IV to Type VIII) or House Rent Allowance (currently 24% of basic pay), an Official Vehicle, Dearness Allowance (currently 9% of basic pay), CGHS Medical Facility, Leave Travel Allowance/Tour Allowance, National Pension Scheme, Gratuity, Leave Encashment, Mobile and Briefcase Allowance, Newspaper and Mobile Bill Reimbursement, Laptops, Children Education Allowance, Transport Allowance (approximately Rs. 8,000 per month), and more.

UPSC IES Syllabus 2024

In order to succeed in the upcoming UPSC IES Exam 2024, it is of utmost importance to have a deep understanding of the exam pattern and thoroughly grasp the UPSC IES Syllabus 2024. The extensive syllabus requires a well-structured study strategy, and candidates must be well-acquainted with the syllabus to prepare effectively. To aid candidates in their preparation and maximize their chances of success, the detailed UPSC IES Syllabus for 2024 is provided below for their reference and benefit.

IES General Studies and Engineering Aptitude Syllabus 2024 [Common for All Branches]

Preliminary exam Paper-1 of the UPSC IES will be of 200 marks and will be the same for all engineering branches. In this paper, questions will be asked from the General Studies and Engineering Aptitude papers. You can download the IES General Studies and Engineering Aptitude Syllabus 2024 from the table given below.

  1. Current issues of national and international importance relating to social, economic and industrial development
  2. Engineering Aptitude covering Logical reasoning and Analytical ability
  3. Engineering Mathematics and Numerical Analysis
  4. General Principles of Design, Drawing, Importance of Safety
  5. Standards and Quality practices in production, construction, maintenance and services
  6. Basics of Energy and Environment: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, Climate Change, Environmental impact assessment
  7. Basics of Project Management
  8. Basics of Material Science and Engineering
  9. Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) based tools and their applications in Engineering such as networking, e-governance and technology-based education.
  10. Ethics and values in Engineering profession.

Note: The paper in General Studies and Engineering Aptitude will include Knowledge of relevant topics as may be expected from an engineering graduate, without special study. Questions from all the 10 topics mentioned above shall be set. Marks for each Topic may range from 5% to 15% of the total marks in the paper.

UPSC IES Syllabus 2024 PDF Download

In the article below, we have provided access links for downloading the UPSC IES 2024 Syllabus based on different branches. These links will allow you to access and download the syllabus specific to your chosen branch.

Engineering BranchDownload Link
UPSC Syllabus for Civil Engineering PDFFollow ME
UPSC Syllabus for Electrical Engineering PDFFollow ME
UPSC Syllabus for Mechanical Engineering PDFFollow ME
UPSC Syllabus for Electronics Telecommunications Engineering PDFFollow ME

UPSC ESE/IES 2024 Admit Card

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will issue the admit card for the UPSC ESE 2024 preliminary exam on its official website, upsc.gov.in. Candidates who have successfully completed the application process can download the admit card from the website. To download the ESE 2024, admit card, candidates need to enter their registration number and date of birth as login credentials. The UPSC will release separate admit cards for the preliminary exam, mains exam, and personal interview of ESE 2024.

UPSC IES Result 2024

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will announce the result of the UPSC ESE 2024 preliminary stage online. The ESE 2024 result will be published in PDF format and will include the roll numbers of all the qualified candidates. After the result is declared, applicants can also access their UPSC ESE scorecard 2024. The final result of UPSC ESE will be based on the performance of candidates in the preliminary stage, mains stage, and personal interviews.

UPSC IES Study Material 2024

Our UPSC IES Study Material is meticulously curated to assist you in realizing your aspirations of becoming an IES Officer. By utilizing our comprehensive resources, you can save precious time and effort by accessing all the necessary materials in one convenient location. Whether you are a first-time candidate or have attempted the exam before, our platform offers the guidance and study materials required for your success in the UPSC IES 2024. Don’t hesitate any longer! Begin exploring our page now and take the initial stride towards fulfilling your dream of serving as an IES Officer in a government department.

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Conclusion

The UPSC IES/ESE 2024 Notification provides an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates to pursue a prestigious career in the government sector. The Engineering Services Examination, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), aims to recruit IES Officers in various engineering disciplines. This post contains important details such as eligibility criteria, syllabus, and study material. Interested candidates can apply online from September 6 to September 26, 2023. The exam will be conducted in offline mode, consisting of a preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview. The vacancies for UPSC ESE 2024 are yet to be announced. It is crucial for candidates to fulfill the age limit, educational qualification, and physical standards set by UPSC. Stay updated on the official website for further information and updates on the UPSC IES/ESE 2024 exam.