Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027, Examination Notice No. 02/2027-ENGG.
This recruitment is important for the Hard of Hearing community because the notified PwBD vacancy distribution includes 6 vacancies for Hard of Hearing (HH) candidates.
This is not based only on a general PwBD statement. However, HH suitability differs by engineering service/post, so candidates must check Annexure-I of the official notification before choosing service preferences.
Quick recruitment details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination | Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2027 |
| Notice No. | 02/2027-ENGG. |
| Total vacancies | Approximately 480 |
| Total PwBD vacancies | 19 |
| Hard of Hearing (HH) vacancies | 6 |
| Engineering categories | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication |
| Application starts | 16 September 2026 |
| Last date | 6 October 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | 31 January 2027 |
| Location | All India |
| Application mode | Online |
Hard of Hearing vacancies confirmed
The ESE 2027 vacancy information provides approximately 480 vacancies, including 19 vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
The PwBD distribution is:
- Locomotor Disability: 11 vacancies
- Hard of Hearing (HH): 6 vacancies
- Low Vision: 1 vacancy
- Specific Learning Disability / Multiple Disabilities: 1 vacancy
Therefore, DeafJobsIndia classifies ESE 2027 as a confirmed Hard of Hearing recruitment opportunity.
Important: HH eligibility depends on the service/post
The Engineering Services Examination recruits candidates to several Group A and Group B engineering services and posts.
A candidate should not assume that HH is suitable for every ESE post.
UPSC provides a service-wise list of identified PwBD categories and functional requirements in Annexure-I. Hard of Hearing candidates should verify that the specific service/post they want is identified as suitable for HH before applying or submitting service preferences.
Engineering disciplines
ESE 2027 covers four engineering categories:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Educational qualification
Candidates generally need an Engineering degree or another qualification accepted under the ESE rules.
Some specified services may accept additional equivalent qualifications. Candidates should read the official notification carefully for their engineering discipline and post.
Age limit
Candidates generally must be 21 to 30 years of age as on 1 January 2027, subject to the relaxations and conditions stated in the official notification.
Eligible PwBD candidates may receive age relaxation according to Government of India rules.
Application fee
The examination fee is ₹200 for candidates required to pay the fee.
PwBD candidates are exempt from the application fee, subject to the conditions in the notification.
Selection process
UPSC ESE 2027 has three stages:
- Engineering Services Preliminary Examination
- Engineering Services Main Examination
- Personality Test / Interview
The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 31 January 2027.
How to apply
Candidates must apply through the official UPSC online application portal.
Before applying, keep the required educational, identity, photograph, signature and PwBD documents ready.
Hard of Hearing candidates claiming PwBD benefits should ensure that they hold the required benchmark disability certificate in the prescribed format and satisfy the suitability requirements for the relevant service/post.
Important dates
- Notification / applications open: 16 September 2026
- Last date to apply: 6 October 2026
- Preliminary Examination: 31 January 2027
Important note for Hard of Hearing candidates
The recruitment includes 6 HH vacancies, but this does not mean every engineering service is open to HH candidates.
Before applying, candidates should check:
- Annexure-I service/post suitability
- Engineering qualification
- Age and relaxation rules
- Benchmark disability requirements
- Functional classification and physical requirements
- Medical standards
Always rely on the latest official UPSC notice and any subsequent corrigendum or addendum.
Official Examination Notice: UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2027 — No. 02/2027-ENGG.
