ESE Syllabus
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ESE Syllabus
Engineering Services Examination Syllabus
The syllabus is divided between common engineering aptitude/general studies material and the discipline-specific engineering syllabus.
Preliminary Paper I
- General Studies
- Engineering Aptitude
Preliminary Paper II and Main Examination
The technical syllabus depends on the selected engineering category: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
Technical preparation areas
| Discipline | Broad technical areas |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Structures, geotechnical engineering, fluid mechanics, hydraulics, water resources, environmental engineering, transportation and construction-related engineering. |
| Mechanical Engineering | Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, machines, manufacturing, materials, power engineering and related mechanical subjects. |
| Electrical Engineering | Circuit theory, measurements, machines, power systems, control, electronics and power electronics. |
| Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Electronic devices, networks, communication systems, control, digital systems, computers, electromagnetics and related telecommunications subjects. |
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Last verified: 01 October 2026
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