As per the official notification released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), the timetable for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Mains 2026 has been announced. Candidates can now check the detailed schedule on the official website.
ESE Mains 2026 Exam Date and Timings
According to the official schedule, the UPSC ESE Mains 2026 exam will be conducted on June 21, 2026.
The examination will be held in two shifts:
- Morning Shift: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
- Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
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Exam Pattern and Total Marks
The Engineering Services (Main/Stage-II) Examination will consist of two conventional-type papers based on the candidate’s engineering discipline.
- Each paper will be of 3 hours duration
- Each paper will carry 300 marks
- Total marks: 600 marks
Selection Process After Mains
Candidates who qualify in Stage-I (Prelims) and Stage-II (Mains), as per the cut-off decided by UPSC, will be called for the final stage.
The final stage is Stage-III, also known as the Personality Test (Interview).
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How to Check UPSC ESE Mains 2026 Timetable
Candidates can follow these steps to check the timetable:
- Visit the official UPSC website
- Click on the ESE Mains 2026 timetable link on the homepage
- Open the PDF to view exam details
- Download and take a printout for future use
Final Update for Aspirants
With the exam date now confirmed, candidates preparing for UPSC ESE 2026 should focus on revision and practice, as the Mains exam is a crucial stage in the selection process.
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