The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the UPSC Engineering Services 2024 Reserve List, bringing exciting news for candidates awaiting updates. Released on August 6, 2025, this consolidated reserve list follows the main results declared on November 22, 2024, for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2024. Candidates can now check their status on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in, to see if they’ve made it to the reserve list for various engineering posts.
Key Details of the UPSC ESE 2024 Reserve List
The reserve list includes candidates recommended for appointment across engineering disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Telecommunication. This list is crucial for filling remaining vacancies in prestigious government departments like the Central Engineering Service, Indian Railway Management Service, and more, based on merit and departmental requirements. The release ensures transparency and efficiency in the recruitment process, a hallmark of UPSC’s selection procedures.
How to Check the UPSC ESE 2024 Reserve List
To access the reserve list, follow these simple steps:
Download list – https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/ReserveList-ESEM-2024-Engl-060825.pdf
OR
- Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Examination section and select Final Results.
- Click on the link for Engineering Services Examination, 2024 Reserve List.
- Download the PDF and search for your roll number using Ctrl + F.
Ensure you keep a copy of the PDF for future reference. The list includes roll numbers and names of recommended candidates, with some marked as provisional, pending document verification.
What’s Next for Selected Candidates?
Candidates on the reserve list will be contacted directly by the respective departments, such as the Department of Telecommunications, for further steps in the appointment process. Ensure your documents, including educational certificates and category certificates (if applicable), are ready for verification to avoid delays.