The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2025 Prelims for Shift-2 was successfully conducted today, June 8, and thousands of aspirants across the country participated in this crucial exam. With 457 vacancies announced this year, the pressure was high—but candidates came well prepared.
Exam Difficulty & Subject-wise Feedback
According to the very first reactions, the overall difficulty level of the paper was moderate. Most students found a balance between straightforward and tricky questions.
- The Mathematics and General Aptitude sections were scoring, though they required attention to detail.
- The Ethics and General Awareness part included several application-based and comprehension based questions.
- The technical sections varied according to the stream (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics), but most students rated an acceptable level of difficulty.
Student Reactions: What Test-Takers Said
Many candidates shared that the paper was better than expected. Some praised the problem-solving questions' logical progression, but others pointed out that time management was crucial, particularly for scenario-based problems.
What’s Next: Answer Keys & Cut-Offs
- Answer keys are expected to be released in the coming days.
- To estimate their marks and ascertain their prospects of passing the preliminary exam, candidates might evaluate their performance.
- Experts anticipate a cut-off that is comparable to last year's due to the quantity of openings and the complexity of the exam today.
The Mains exam is scheduled for August 10, 2025, so preparation must continue without delay.
Final Words
The IES Prelims 2025 Shift-2 was a steady start to a long and challenging journey. Now that the prelims are behind, it’s time to regroup, analyze your performance, and start preparing for the next stage. Best wishes to all future engineers of India!
