UPSC ESE 2022: The UPSC ESE 2022 prelims exam result is now available at upsc.gov.in. The complete selection process consists of the Prelims exam, Main exam and Final Personality Test. UPSC ESE 2022 Mains exam is scheduled to take place on June 26, 2022. Get the complete details of UPSC ESE 2022 here on this page and know about important dates, eligibility, the application process, syllabus and more.
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UPSC ESE 2022
The Union Public Service Commission has advertised 247 vacancies for the UPSC ESE 2022 exam. Candidates may note that while the ESE 2022 exam has been announced, at the same time, events of the ESE 2021 exam are also simultaneously ongoing. Candidates can get the complete schedule of the ESE recruitment, here in this article.
| UPSC ESE/IES | 2021 | 2022 |
| Release of Notification | 07 Apr 2021 | 22 Sep 2021 |
| Start of Application Form | 07 Apr 2021 | 22 Sep 2021 |
| End of Application Form | 27 Apr 2021 | 12 Oct 2021 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 24 Jun 2021 | 31 Jan 2022 |
| Date of UPSC ESE (Prelims) | 18 Jul 2021 | 20 Feb 2022 |
| Prelims Answer Key | To be announced | To be announced |
| Prelims Result | 06 Aug 2021 | To be announced |
| Date of UPSC ESE (Mains) | 21 Nov 2021 | 26 Jun 2022 |
| Mains Result | To be announced | To be announced |
| Interview Date | To be announced | To be announced |
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Overview of UPSC ESE 2022
Here is a brief overview of the key aspects of the UPSC ESE 2022 exam. Candidates must read on to get the complete details and description of the application, eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus etc. here in this read.
| Name of Exam | UPSC Engineering Services Exam |
| Year | 2022 |
| Last Conducted In | 2021 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| Type | Recruitment Exam |
| Stages | Preliminary Exam Main Exam Final Personality Test |
| No. of Vacancies | 247 |
| Application Process | Online |
| Website to Apply | upsconline.nic.in |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Eligibility | Nationality: Indian Age – 21 to 30 years Educational Qualifications: Engineering Degree |
| Official Notification | Click Here to Download |
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UPSC ESE 2022 Result
Union Public Service Commission releases the ESE 2022 Result online. The result releases on the website upsc.gov.in in the form of a merit list of qualifying candidates. UPSC ESE Result 2022 releases separately after the completion of each stage of selection. Candidates are shortlisted through each selection stage and enlisted in the merit list. Those who are shortlisted become eligible to appear in the subsequent selection stage. Those who qualify through all stages and are shortlisted in the final merit lists are called for the recommendation for appointment after careful medical/physical tests and document verification.
UPSC ESE 2022 Answer Key
The Union Public Service Commission releases the answer keys only for the question paper of the ESE 2022 Prelims exam. The answer key is essentially the set of complete solutions to all the questions asked in the ESE 2022 exam. The answer key of the Main exam does not release since the question paper is of the conventional type.
UPSC ESE 2022 answer key of the Prelims exam releases online on the official website i.e., upsc.gov.in. The official answer key releases in two stages. At first, the provisional answer key releases for the objective type question paper. Candidates are invited to raise objections against the provisional answer key up to a certain date.
Once the objection window closes, the Commission evaluates the valid objections and make rectifications on the answer key to generate the final answer key. The final answer key releases online on the official website as per the schedule and there is no provision for challenging the final answer key.
UPSC ESE 2022 Vacancies
This year, UPSC has announced 247 vacancies for ESE examination. check the distribution of vacancies below:
UPSC ESE 2022 Syllabus
Union Public Service Commission releases the UPSC ESE Syllabus 2022 of the Prelims and Main exam together along with the release of the official notification. The indicative topics of the syllabus can be checked here below with the direct link to download the ESE Syllabus 2022.
Click Here to get the detailed UPSC ESE Syllabus 2022
UPSC ESE 2022 Exam Pattern
There are three rounds for the selection in the UPSC IES/ESE 2022 exam. These are the Preliminary exam, Mains exam and the Final Personality Test. The UPSC ESE exam pattern of all three stages of selection is provided below.
ESE 2022 Prelims Exam Pattern
| Language | English |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| No. of Papers | Two |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type |
| Total Marks | 500 |
| Duration | Paper I – 02 Hours Paper II – 03 Hours |
| Marking Scheme | Correct Answer – 01 Marks Wrong Answer – -1/3rd Marks |
Check out the paper-wise distribution of marks below
| Subject | Total Marks |
| Paper I (General Studies & Engineering Aptitude) | 200 |
| Paper II (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics & Telecommunication) | 300 |
| Total Marks | 500 |
ESE 2022 Mains Exam Pattern
| Language | English |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| No. of Papers | Two |
| Type of Questions | Conventional Type |
| Total Marks | 600 |
| Duration | Paper I – 03 Hours Paper – II – 03 Hours |
Check out the paper-wise distribution of marks below
| Subject | Total Marks |
| Paper I (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics & Telecommunication) | 300 |
| Paper II (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics & Telecommunication) | 300 |
| Total Marks | 600 |
ESE 2022 Final Personality Test Exam Pattern
The final personality test is for a total of 200 marks. Candidates qualifying through the Prelims and Main exams are called to appear in the final stage of selection based on merit in the initial two exam stages. In the final stage exam, candidates are evaluated on the basis of the following areas.
- Leadership
- Initiative & Intellectual Curiosity
- Tact & other Social Qualities
- Mental & Physical Energy
- Powers of Practical Application
- Integrity of Character
UPSC ESE 2022 Admit Card
UPSC ESE Admit Card 2022 is a very important document released by the Union Public Service Commission. The admit card (also referred to as the call letter or hall ticket) releases online for the ESE 2022 exam online on the website upsconline.nic.in as per schedule. Candidates are required to download the admit card and carry a printed copy of the same to the designated admit card.
In order to download the admit card, candidates must know their login credentials correctly since the admit card releases only through candidate login. Candidates have to visit the website, click on the respective link for admit card download and log in by entering the Registration ID and Date of Birth correctly to open and download the admit card.
UPSC ESE/IES Admit Card indicates, among other information, the following details.
- Name of the candidate
- Father’s/Parent’s Name
- Age/DOB
- Gender
- Exam (Prelims/Mains/Final Personality Test)
- Exam Date
- Exam Timings
- Exam Venue Details
- Photograph
- Signature
- Important Instructions for the Exam
UPSC ESE 2022 Eligibility Criteria
The Union Public Service Commission lays down certain minimum eligibility criteria which applicants must fulfil. Verification of eligibility is done at the final stages and candidates have to produce documentary evidence to prove their eligibility until which, the candidature is provisional. Check out the details below.
Nationality
- Candidates must be a citizen of India.
- Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan can also apply.
- Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 01, 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement in India can also apply.
- Candidates of Indian origin who have migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India can also apply.
Age Limit
- In general, candidates within the age of 21 to 30 years are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must not be born before January 02, 1992 or after January 01, 2001.
- The date of reckoning of age is January 01, 2022.
- Relaxations on the upper age limit are available for candidates belonging to special reserved categories as per Government norm in vogue.
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must have passed Engineering degree from a recognized University.
- Those who have passed Sections A & B of the Institutions Examination of the Institution of Engineers (India) are also eligible.
- Candidates who have passed Degree/Diploma in Engineering from a Foreign Institute/University recognized by the Government of India can apply.
- Candidates who have passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institute of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineers (India) are also eligible.
- Those who have passed Parts II & III/Sections A & B, Associate Membership Examination of the Aeronautical Society of India are also eligible.
- Candidates who have passed Graduate Membership Examination of the Institution of Electronics & Radio Engineers, London, held after November, 1959 can also apply.
UPSC ESE 2022 Application Form
UPSC releases the ESE/IES Application Form online on the official website upsconline.nic.in. In addition, the complete details to register online and fill up the application form is also detailed in the official notification for the exam available on upsc.gov.in. Candidates can check out the key steps to apply for UPSC ESE 2022 here.
- Visit the website upsconline.nic.in.
- Click on Online Applications for Various Exams of UPSC.
- Select UPSC ESE (Prelims) 2022.
- Click on Part I registration and fill up the basic information to complete the registation process.
- Once registered, click on Part II registration.
- Enter the Registration ID and DOB correctly to login.
- Fill up the application form online.
- Upload scanned images of photograph & signature.
- Proceed to make the payment of the fee.
- After fee payment, submit the application form oline and generate print-outs for future reference.
UPSC ESE 2022 Preparation Tips
UPSC ESE is a very competitive exam and out of lakhs of candidates who apply every year, only a few hundred are selected to fill up the vacant positions. It is important that candidates study hard and prepare well for the exam in advance. Here are a few important IES preparation tips and tricks to help aspirants clear the exam on the first attempt.
- Time management is really important for a candidate preparing for any competitive examination. Develop a timetable and follow it.
- Do not forget NCERT’s.
- Start preparing in advance.The syllabus is vast hence the earlier one can start the earlier can they finish covering the syllabus and make more time for revisions and practice.
- Understanding the exam pattern is really important to score well in the IES Examination. One can refer to the past year question papers for this.
- Every topper swears by mock tests and sample papers. Hence, incorporate practising from the sample papers and prior years paper in your preparation process.
- Invest in the right preparation books.
About UPSC ESE
The Union Public Service Commission conducts the Engineering Services Examination once every year to fill up vacancies in various Services/Posts in Government Departments/Ministries. The vacancies this year, are available in the categories of Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering. Eligible candidates are invited to apply online and the Commission conducts the selection in three stages viz. the Prelims exam, the Main exam and the Final Personality Test.
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FAQS
Ans. The UPSC ESE 2022 exam is for recruitment to fill up vacancies in the various engineering streams.
Ans. There is a total of 247 vacancies available.
Ans. Candidates have to apply on upsconline.nic.in.
Ans. The selection stages consist of the Prelims exam, Main exam and Final Personality Test.
Ans. Indian nationals, within 21 to 30 years of age and holding a degree in engineering are eligible to apply.
