UPSC ESE Pre Result 2026 has been officially declared by the Union Public Service Commission. Candidates who appeared for the preliminary examination on 08 February 2026 can now check their qualifying status for the upcoming Mains exam. A total of 474 vacancies are being filled through this recruitment cycle across various engineering branches. You can download the merit list directly from the official portal using your roll number or name. Read below for complete details regarding the result download process, important dates, and the next stages of selection.
UPSC ESE Pre Result 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date / Schedule
Notification Date
26 September 2025
Exam Date
08 February 2026
Result Release Date
26 February 2026
Cut Off Release Date
To be notified after final result declaration
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
₹ 200/-
SC / ST / PH / All Category Female
₹ 0/- (Exempted)
Age Limit Details
Age Criteria
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age Relaxation
Extra as per UPSC rules (3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST)
Available in PDF Format (Name-wise & Roll No-wise)
Cut Off Status
Not Released Yet (Available after final selection)
UPSC ESE Pre Result 2026 Eligibility Details
Eligibility Criteria
Details
Educational Qualification
Passed or appearing in an Engineering Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Telecommunication from a recognized university.
Other Conditions
Must be a citizen of India (or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan/Tibetan refugee as per UPSC rules).
UPSC ESE Pre-Result 2026 Cut Off Marks (If Applicable)
Category
Cut Off Marks
General (UR)
Available after Final Exam
OBC
Available after Final Exam
EWS
Available after Final Exam
SC / ST
Available after Final Exam
UPSC ESE Pre Result 2026 Selection Process
Stage
Examination Details
Stage 1
Preliminary Examination (Objective Type – 500 Marks)
Stage 2
Mains Examination (Descriptive Type – 600 Marks)
Stage 3
Personality Test / Interview (200 Marks)
Stage 4
Document Verification
Stage 5
Medical Examination
How to Check UPSC ESE Pre Result 2026
Step
Action to be Taken
Step 1
Open your internet browser and visit the official website of UPSC (upsc.gov.in).
Step 2
Scroll down to the “What’s New” section or click on the “Written Results” tab on the homepage.
Step 3
Find and click on the link titled “Written Result: Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026”.
Step 4
A new page will open with the link to download the Result PDF file. Click on the document link.
Step 5
The Result PDF will open on your screen containing the roll numbers and names of shortlisted candidates.
Step 6
Press “Ctrl + F” on your keyboard and type your Roll Number or Name to search for your status.
Step 7
Save the PDF file to your device and take a printout for future reference during the Mains exam.
Important Documents Required After Result
S.No.
Document Name
1
Copy of the UPSC ESE Prelims Admit Card
2
Proof of Age (Class 10th Certificate / Birth Certificate)
3
Educational Qualification Certificates (B.E./B.Tech Degree and Marksheets)
4
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License)
5
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if claiming reservation
6
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Next Step After UPSC ESE Pre Result 2026
Process Stage
Details
Detailed Application Form
Shortlisted candidates must fill out the DAF (Detailed Application Form) online for the Mains Exam.
Mains Examination
Qualified candidates will appear for the descriptive Mains Exam scheduled for 21 June 2026.
Document Verification
Original documents will be verified at the time of the Personality Test / Interview.
Medical Exam
Candidates must undergo a thorough medical test as per UPSC physical standards.
Joining Process
Final merit list is prepared based on Mains and Interview marks, followed by allocation of services.
The UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 result was officially released on 26 February 2026. Candidates can now download the merit list PDF from the official UPSC website.
How can I check my UPSC ESE Prelims 2026 Result?
Visit upsc.gov.in, go to the “What’s New” section, and click on the “Written Result: Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026” link to download the PDF. Use “Ctrl + F” to search for your Roll Number or Name.
What is the exam date for UPSC ESE Mains 2026?
Candidates who qualified in the Prelims exam are eligible to appear for the UPSC ESE Mains Examination, which is scheduled to be conducted on 21 June 2026.
What are the total vacancies for UPSC ESE 2026?
A total of 474 vacancies are being filled through the UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication engineering branches.
Is the UPSC ESE 2026 Cut Off released with the Pre result?
No, UPSC typically releases the official category-wise cut-off marks for the Engineering Services Examination only after the final result declaration of the entire recruitment cycle.
What is the next step after qualifying the ESE Prelims?
Shortlisted candidates must fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF) online to appear for the Stage 2 Mains Exam (Descriptive Type), followed by a Personality Test and Medical Examination.
What is the age limit for UPSC ESE 2026 recruitment?
As of 01/01/2026, the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST) as per government rules.
