UPSC ESE Prelims result 2025 released at upsc.gov.in: Check direct link to download merit list PDF, mains schedule here

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the results for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Preliminary 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam on June 8 can now check their results on the official website — upsc.gov.in.

The result has been published in the form of a PDF list containing the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Those who have cleared the prelims are now eligible to appear for the ESE Mains exam, which will be held on August 10, 2025. The Engineering Services Examination is conducted to recruit candidates for key engineering posts in various government departments. With the prelims stage over, successful candidates must now begin preparing for the next phase of the selection process.

How to download UPSC ESE merit list 2025

Here is how candidates can access the UPSC ESE prelims merit list online:

Direct link to download UPSC ESE prelims result 2025

What’s next?

With the Prelims stage cleared, the focus now shifts to the UPSC ESE Mains 2025, which is scheduled to be held on August 10, 2025. Unlike the objective-type questions in the prelims, the mains exam will test candidates through descriptive, written papers. These papers are based on the candidate’s chosen engineering discipline — Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Telecommunication — and are designed to assess in-depth conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills.

The mains exam will consist of two conventional (written) papers, each carrying 300 marks. Both papers are of three hours’ duration and require strong command over subject theory, application, and presentation. Candidates should focus on structured answer writing, drawing diagrams where applicable, and explaining technical concepts clearly.

UPSC ESE mains admit card 2025

UPSC is expected to release the ESE Mains admit cards in the first week of August, most likely between August 3 and August 4, 2025. Admit cards will be available for download at upsc.gov.in. Candidates must keep checking the website regularly and ensure their exam center details, photo, and signature are correctly printed on the hall ticket.