UPSC ESE 2026: Interview Dates Announced for Engineering Services Examination

UPSC ESE 2026 Interview Announcement

UPSC ESE 2026: Candidates eagerly waiting for the interview schedule of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 can rejoice. The Commission has officially released the complete timeline for the ESE 2026 interviews. The interview process for those shortlisted in the UPSC ESE 2026 Main examination is set to begin on September 21, 2026, with a total of 1,336 candidates expected to participate.

As per the official announcement from the Commission, the personality tests will be organized in two sessions: the morning session will start at 9:00 AM, while the afternoon session will commence at 1:00 PM. Candidates can find their roll numbers, interview dates, and session details in the comprehensive schedule available on the official UPSC website. E-summon letters for the selected candidates will be issued shortly. The UPSC ESE (Main) 2026 was conducted on June 21, 2026, in two shifts; the first shift ran from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and the second from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

UPSC ESE Interview Schedule 2026

The personality tests are scheduled for the following dates:

September: 21, 22, 23, 24, 25

October: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 30

Morning Session: Reporting time at 9:00 AM

Afternoon Session: Reporting time at 1:00 PM

The detailed schedule includes the roll number, date, and session assigned to each candidate. It is recommended that candidates verify their personal details carefully.

Steps to Check the UPSC ESE 2026 Interview Schedule

1. Visit the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.
2. Click on the link for the UPSC ESE 2026 Personality Test/Interview schedule.
3. Look for your roll number, date, and session in the schedule.
4. Download the schedule and save a copy for your records.