The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the final results for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2024. This examination is conducted annually to recruit qualified candidates for various engineering positions in government departments. Those who had registered for the vacancies can now access their results.
Below, you’ll find comprehensive details about the recruitment process, eligibility requirements, application fees, important dates, and examination centers to help candidates fully understand the process and prepare effectively.
Important Dates for UPSC ESE 2024
Candidates must adhere to the timeline set by UPSC for the Engineering Services Examination 2024. The key dates for the process are as follows:
The application process commenced on September 6, 2023, and candidates had until September 26, 2023, at 6:00 PM to submit their online applications. Applicants also needed to pay their examination fees by the same deadline. For those needing to modify their One-Time Registration (OTR) details, a modification window was open on October 3, 2023.
The preliminary examination took place on February 18, 2024, with admit cards made available prior to the examination date. Results for the preliminary exam were announced on March 28, 2024. Candidates who advanced to the next stage received admit cards for the main examination, which were issued on June 14, 2024. The main examination results were subsequently released on July 30, 2024.
Shortlisted candidates were required to fill out and submit a Detailed Application Form (DAF) between August 12 and August 21, 2024, providing additional information and preferences for service allocation. Finally, the culmination of the recruitment process occurred on November 22, 2024, when the final results were declared.
Application Fee Details
The application fee structure for UPSC ESE 2024 is designed to ensure inclusivity, with many categories exempted from fees. General and Other Backward Class (OBC) candidates were required to pay ₹200, while candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) were exempted from paying any fee. Additionally, all female candidates, irrespective of their category, were also exempt from payment.
Applicants could complete the payment process online via SBI E-Pay, using a debit card, credit card, or net banking. Alternatively, offline payment was possible by generating an e-challan and submitting the fee at any State Bank of India branch.
Total Vacancies and Eligibility Criteria for UPSC ESE 2024
The UPSC ESE 2024 recruitment drive offers 167 positions across four major engineering streams: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. Candidates applying for these posts were required to meet specific eligibility criteria to ensure they are suitable for the roles.
Applicants must hold a degree in engineering from a recognized institution, either completed or in the final year of study. The age limit for candidates was set between 21 and 30 years as of January 1, 2024. This means applicants should have been born between January 2, 1994, and January 1, 2003. Age relaxation was available as per government norms for reserved categories, including SC/ST, OBC, and other eligible groups.
Examination Centers for UPSC ESE 2024
UPSC conducted the examination in two phases: the preliminary and the main examination. Each phase was held at designated centers across the country to accommodate candidates from various regions.
For the preliminary examination, centers included Agartala, Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Aligarh, Prayagraj, Bengaluru, Bareilly, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cuttack, Dehradun, Delhi, Dharwad, Guwahati, Gangtok, Hyderabad, Imphal, Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, and more. Due to limited slots, candidates were encouraged to select their preferred center early during registration.
The main examination was conducted in fewer cities, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, and Visakhapatnam.
How to Complete the Application Process for UPSC ESE 2024
Candidates interested in applying for UPSC ESE 2024 were required to follow a systematic process to ensure successful registration. First, applicants had to carefully read the official notification to understand the eligibility criteria, required documents, and detailed instructions.
It was essential to collect all necessary documents, including proof of eligibility, identification details, and address information, before starting the application. Candidates were also required to prepare scanned copies of important documents such as their photograph, signature, and identification proof in the prescribed format.
Once all documents were ready, candidates needed to fill out the online application form, ensuring that each section was completed with accurate information. Before final submission, applicants were advised to review all the details thoroughly to avoid any errors. For those required to pay the application fee, completing the payment process was necessary to finalize the application. After submission, candidates were advised to print a copy of the completed form for their records.
Final Notes
The UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2024 represents a golden opportunity for engineering graduates to secure prestigious roles in government services. With a rigorous selection process that includes preliminary and main exams, followed by interviews, candidates are assessed thoroughly to ensure only the most qualified individuals are selected. Staying informed and adhering to the prescribed procedures are essential for success in this competitive examination. For additional details, candidates should refer to the official UPSC notification.
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