Upsc Engineering Services Reserve

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UPSC Engineering Services Examination

Last Updated

13th June 2026

Importance of the Post

The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination is a prestigious national-level recruitment process for scientific roles in government agencies. It offers a stable and respected career path for professionals in geology, geophysics, and related fields, with opportunities for advancement and significant contributions to India's resource management and research sectors.

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Apply for UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2024; reserve list now available for review

Short Information

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the results for the Combined Geo-Scientist Mains Examination 2025. This exam is conducted to recruit qualified candidates for various Geo-Scientist positions in government departments. The selection process involves a preliminary exam, mains exam, and a final interview. Candidates who appeared for the mains exam can now check if they have qualified for the next stage. The result is available in a name-wise PDF format, allowing candidates to easily search for their roll number. This recruitment is highly competitive and is aimed at individuals with specialized qualifications in geology, geophysics, chemistry, and related fields.

UPSC Engineering Services Examination Syllabus

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by Union Public Service Commission.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Age Criteria

Minimum Age	21 year old21 year old
Maximum Age	30 year old30 year old
Age Relaxation	Age relaxation is provided according to the official UPSC recruitment rules for 2024, with specific concessions for reserved categories as per government norms.Age relaxation is provided according to the official UPSC recruitment rules for 2024, with specific concessions for reserved categories as per government norms.

Application Fees

Female

0 Rs/-

Category Wise

General	200 Rs/-200 Rs/-
Obc	200 Rs/-200 Rs/-
Sc	0 Rs/-0 Rs/-

Important Dates

Applications open	Predicted 6th September 2026Predicted 6th September 2026
Application closes	Predicted 26th September 2026Predicted 26th September 2026
Exam Fee Payment End Date	Predicted 26th September 2026Predicted 26th September 2026
Result Announcement Date

Section	Topics
Stage I — PreliminaryStage I — Preliminary	Paper I (General Studies & Engineering Aptitude) — Current affairs; Engineering aptitude — logical, analytical, numerical; Engineering mathematics; General principles of design, drawing, importance of safety; Standards & quality practices; Energy & environment; ICT; Ethics & values. Paper II — Branch-specific (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/E&T) BE/BTech-level fundamentals.Paper I (General Studies & Engineering Aptitude) — Current affairs; Engineering aptitude — logical, analytical, numerical; Engineering mathematics; General principles of design, drawing, importance of safety; Standards & quality practices; Energy & environment; ICT; Ethics & values. Paper II — Branch-specific (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/E&T) BE/BTech-level fundamentals.
Stage II — Mains (Branch-specific Papers I & II)Stage II — Mains (Branch-specific Papers I & II)	In-depth branch coverage. Civil — Building materials, Solid mechanics, Structural analysis, Concrete & steel design, Geotechnical, Transportation, Hydraulics, Environmental engineering, Surveying. Mechanical — Thermodynamics, Fluid mechanics, Heat transfer, Manufacturing, Theory of machines, Strength of materials, IC engines, RAC. Electrical — Circuits, Machines, Power systems, Control, Power electronics, Measurements, Microprocessors. E&T — Networks, Electronic devices, Signals & systems, Analog/digital electronics, Communication, Microwaves, Microprocessors.In-depth branch coverage. Civil — Building materials, Solid mechanics, Structural analysis, Concrete & steel design, Geotechnical, Transportation, Hydraulics, Environmental engineering, Surveying. Mechanical — Thermodynamics, Fluid mechanics, Heat transfer, Manufacturing, Theory of machines, Strength of materials, IC engines, RAC. Electrical — Circuits, Machines, Power systems, Control, Power electronics, Measurements, Microprocessors. E&T — Networks, Electronic devices, Signals & systems, Analog/digital electronics, Communication, Microwaves, Microprocessors.
Stage III — Personality Test / InterviewStage III — Personality Test / Interview	Conducted by UPSC Board; assesses suitability for engineering services — leadership, communication, technical depth, ethics.Conducted by UPSC Board; assesses suitability for engineering services — leadership, communication, technical depth, ethics.

Section

Topics

Stage I — Preliminary

Paper I (General Studies & Engineering Aptitude) — Current affairs; Engineering aptitude — logical, analytical, numerical; Engineering mathematics; General principles of design, drawing, importance of safety; Standards & quality practices; Energy & environment; ICT; Ethics & values. Paper II — Branch-specific (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/E&T) BE/BTech-level fundamentals.

Stage II — Mains (Branch-specific Papers I & II)

In-depth branch coverage. Civil — Building materials, Solid mechanics, Structural analysis, Concrete & steel design, Geotechnical, Transportation, Hydraulics, Environmental engineering, Surveying. Mechanical — Thermodynamics, Fluid mechanics, Heat transfer, Manufacturing, Theory of machines, Strength of materials, IC engines, RAC. Electrical — Circuits, Machines, Power systems, Control, Power electronics, Measurements, Microprocessors. E&T — Networks, Electronic devices, Signals & systems, Analog/digital electronics, Communication, Microwaves, Microprocessors.

Stage III — Personality Test / Interview

Conducted by UPSC Board; assesses suitability for engineering services — leadership, communication, technical depth, ethics.

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