ESE / IES 2026 Overview
ESE / IES 2026 is a competitive government examination. Check the official notification for complete details on eligibility, exam dates, syllabus and salary.
| Exam Name | ESE / IES 2026 — ESE / IES 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | ESE / IES |
| Level | National |
| Mode | Offline |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Language | English & Hindi |
| Total Vacancies | TBD |
| Official Website | eseies.nic.in |
| Negative Marking | -.297 |
Important Dates — ESE / IES 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | Feb 2026 | Released |
| Application Start | After notification | Open |
| Application End | Check notification | Closed |
| Admit Card | Before exam | Awaited |
| Exam Date | Check notification | Scheduled |
| Answer Key | Check notification | Awaited |
| Result Declaration | After examination | Awaited |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet eligibility criteria for ESE / IES 2026 as per the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Graduate from a recognized university. Check official notification for specific requirements.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 18 – 40 years |
| SC / ST | SC/ST: 5 years relaxation |
| PwD | PwD: 10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government norms |
Always verify eligibility from the official notification before applying.
Selection Process
Overview
Overview as per the official ESE / IES 2026 pattern.
Important Dates
Candidates shortlisted after written exam are called for verification.
Eligibility
Final selection based on written score and document verification.
Exam Pattern 2026
ESE / IES 2026 exam. Negative marking: -.297.
| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning / Aptitude | Puzzles, Syllogism, Series, Coding-Decoding, Directions | As per pattern | 2 Hours |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number System, Simplification, Data Interpretation, Algebra | As per pattern | 2 Hours |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking: -.297. Verify from official notification.
Syllabus 2026
ESE / IES 2026 syllabus covers the following subjects as per the official notification.
ESE / IES — Core Subjects
- General Studies
- Aptitude & Reasoning
- Current Affairs
ESE / IES — Advanced Topics
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
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Salary 2026
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| Post | Basic Pay | DA | HRA | Gross | In-Hand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESE / IES | As per notification | — | — | — | As per notification |
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