Examination
The exam is conducted by UPSC in June / July India-wide. There are objective as well as conventional (descriptive) papers. One paper for GA (General Ability) is part of the assessment system apart from the engineering subject of the candidate. The entire technical subject is divided into four papers (Papers II, III, IV & V). There is a penalty (negative marking) for wrong answers marked by the candidate in the objective type papers. There is a three-day schedule of the written examination, comprising all five written examinations.
| Engineering Services Examination | ||
|---|---|---|
| Paper I (Objective type) | General Ability Test (Part A: General English) (Part B: General Studies) | 200 Marks |
| Papers II & III (Objective type) | Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 200 Marks for each paper |
| Papers IV & V (Conventional Type) | Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 200 Marks for each paper |
| Total marks for written examination | 1000 Marks | |
| Interview | Personality Test | 200 Marks |
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