Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for Junior Engineer Examination, 2026. The examination will be conducted for recruitment to various Junior Engineer posts in Central Government organizations/offices. The examination will also include recruitment to the post of Scientific Assistant in India Meteorological Department (IMD).
A total of 1,748 tentative vacancies have been notified. The posts are classified as Group ‘B’ and carry Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission with a pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.
Eligible candidates can submit the online application form from 02 September 2026 to 22 September 2026.
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination Name | Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 |
| Post | Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant (IMD) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,748 Tentative |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Post Classification | Group ‘B’ |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 28 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Paper-I Exam | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Paper-II Exam | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | SSC |
SSC JE 2026 Vacancy Details
SSC has notified 1,748 tentative vacancies under Junior Engineer Examination 2026. The final vacancy position will be confirmed by the concerned User Departments/Organizations.
Post-wise and category-wise final vacancies will be made available on the SSC website. SSC does not collect State-wise or Zone-wise vacancy details.
Note: The vacancy figure of 1,748 is tentative and may change as per the final vacancies reported and confirmed by the concerned departments.
Posts and Organizations
| Organization | Post |
|---|---|
| Border Roads Organization (BRO) | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical) |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) |
| Central Water Commission | JE (Civil), JE (Mechanical) |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical) |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical) |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | JE (Mechanical), JE (Electrical) |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical) |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical) |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | JE (Civil) |
| Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical) |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | JE (Telecom) |
| India Meteorological Department (IMD) | Scientific Assistant |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying | JE (Civil) |
SSC JE 2026 Educational Qualification
The essential educational qualification varies according to the post and organization. Candidates must check the qualification applicable to the post they wish to apply for.
| Organization / Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| BRO – JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute OR Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute/Board plus two years’ experience in Planning/Execution/Maintenance of Civil Engineering works. | Up to 30 Years |
| BRO – JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute OR Three-Year Diploma in Electrical/Automobile/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute/Board plus two years’ experience in Planning/Execution/Maintenance of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering works. | Up to 30 Years |
| Brahmaputra Board – JE (Civil) | Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institution. | Up to 30 Years |
| CWC – JE (Mechanical) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institution. | Up to 30 Years |
| CWC – JE (Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institution. | Up to 30 Years |
| CPWD – JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute. | Up to 32 Years |
| CPWD – JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institute. | Up to 32 Years |
| CWPRS – JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized Institute. | Up to 30 Years |
| CWPRS – JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institute. | Up to 30 Years |
| DGQA-NAVAL – JE (Mechanical) | Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institute OR Three-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution plus two years’ experience in the respective field. | Up to 30 Years |
| DGQA-NAVAL – JE (Electrical) | Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University OR Three-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution plus two years’ experience in the respective field. | Up to 30 Years |
| Farakka Barrage Project – JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University, Institute or Board. | Up to 30 Years |
| Farakka Barrage Project – JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University, Institute or Board. | Up to 30 Years |
| MES – JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University OR Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institute/University/Board plus two years’ experience in Planning, Execution and Maintenance of Civil Engineering works. | Up to 30 Years |
| MES – JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University OR Three-Year Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institute/University/Board plus two years’ experience in Planning, Execution and Maintenance of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Works. | Up to 30 Years |
| NTRO – JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institution. | Up to 30 Years |
| DGLL – JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering OR Diploma in Civil Engineering with three years’ experience OR equivalent qualification. | Up to 32 Years |
| DGLL – JE (Electrical) | Degree in Electrical Engineering OR Diploma in Electrical Engineering with three years’ experience OR equivalent qualification. | Up to 32 Years |
| DoT – JE (Telecom) | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical Communications, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Technology or Instrumentation from a recognized University or Institute. | Up to 30 Years |
| IMD – Scientific Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics as one of the subjects OR Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/Electronics/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electronics Telecommunication Engineering/Instrumentation/Information Technology/Telecommunication Engineering/Communication Engineering from a recognized institution or university. | Up to 30 Years |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying – JE (Civil) | Degree or Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institute. | Up to 30 Years |
Important Qualification Rules
- Where experience is required, it must have been acquired after completion of the prescribed educational qualification.
- Internship, training and research experience obtained during the course of acquiring the educational qualification will not be counted as the prescribed experience.
- The required educational qualification must be acquired by the prescribed cut-off date.
- Selected candidates must produce original educational and experience documents whenever required during Document Verification.
SSC JE 2026 Age Limit
The crucial date for calculating age is 01 August 2026.
- Posts with age limit up to 30 years: Candidate must have been born between 02 August 1996 and 01 August 2008.
- Posts with age limit up to 32 years: Candidate must have been born between 02 August 1994 and 01 August 2008.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD (Unreserved/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operation – UR/EWS/OBC | 3 Years |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operation – SC/ST | 8 Years |
Nationality / Citizenship
A candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from the countries specified in the official notification with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to the prescribed Government of India eligibility certificate requirements.
Reservation
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates will be applicable as per the Government rules and vacancies reported by the concerned User Departments/Organizations.
There is no reservation for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) because the posts included in this examination are classified as Group ‘B’ posts. However, applicable age relaxation may be available to ESM candidates as per Government rules.
SSC JE 2026 Application Fee
- Application Fee: ₹100
- Women Candidates: Exempted
- SC Candidates: Exempted
- ST Candidates: Exempted
- PwBD Candidates: Exempted
- Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Exempted
The application fee can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro or RuPay Debit Card.
The last date for online fee payment is 23 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
Fee once paid will not be refunded and will not be adjusted against any other examination or selection.
SSC JE 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 28 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Paper-I Examination | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Paper-II Examination | December 2026 (Tentative) |
SSC JE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Intelligence & Reasoning General Awareness General Engineering / Relevant Subject | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-II | General Engineering / Relevant Subject | 100 | 300 | 2 Hours |
For candidates eligible for the scribe facility, the duration of each paper will be 2 hours 40 minutes.
Paper-I Subject Distribution
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General Engineering / Relevant Subject | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Paper-II
Paper-II will contain 100 questions carrying 300 marks. Candidates will attempt the relevant engineering/subject paper according to the Essential Qualification and subject selected in the online application.
Negative Marking
- Paper-I: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Paper-II: 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Both papers consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions.
- Questions will be set in Hindi and English only.
A Scientific Calculator will be available on the computer screen during the examination. The required IS 456:2000 table and Steam Table, wherever required, will also be available on the candidate’s computer console. Physical calculators/tables will not be allowed inside the examination lab.
SSC JE 2026 Syllabus
General Intelligence & Reasoning: Verbal and non-verbal reasoning, analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision-making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, number series, abstract ideas, symbols and analytical functions.
General Awareness: Current events, everyday observations and experience in their scientific aspect, India and neighbouring countries, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity and Scientific Research.
Civil Engineering: Engineering Mechanics, Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Construction Materials and Management, Estimating, Costing and Valuation, Concrete Structures, Steel Structures, Surveying, Soil Mechanics/Geotechnical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics, Hydrology and Irrigation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation and Traffic Engineering.
Electrical Engineering: Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, Electrical Circuit Elements, Network Solution Methods, Network Theorems, Magnetic Circuits, A.C. Fundamentals, Measurements and Measuring Instruments, Electrical Machines, Special Electrical Machines and Synchronous Generators, Generation/Transmission/Distribution, Estimation & Costing, Utilization of Electrical Energy, Basic Electronics and Power Electronics.
Mechanical Engineering: Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Machine Design, Materials Science and Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machinery, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology and Measurement and Advanced Manufacturing Processes.
Computer Science & Information Technology: Engineering Mathematics, Digital Logic, Computer Organization and Architecture, Programming and Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating System, Databases and Computer Networks.
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering: Electronics, Electronic Materials & Components, Diodes, Transistors, Amplifiers, Oscillators, Voltage Regulation, Network Theorems, AC Circuits, Three-Phase Circuits, Resonance, Digital Electronics, Sequential and Combinational Logic, Data Conversion, Antennas, Radio Wave Propagation, Modulation, Pulse Modulation, Multiplexing, Digital Communication and Wireless Telecommunications.
Physics: Mathematical Methods, Mechanics, General Properties of Matter, Oscillations, Waves, Optics, Electricity, Magnetism, Kinetic Theory, Thermodynamics, Modern Physics, Solid State Physics, Semiconductor Devices, Analog and Digital Electronics.
Telecommunication Engineering: Engineering Mathematics, Network Analysis, Signals and Systems, Electronic Devices, Analog Circuits, Digital Circuits, Control Systems, Analog Communications, Digital Communications and Electromagnetics.
Level of Engineering Questions
The standard of questions in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering will be approximately at Diploma in Engineering level. For Computer Science & Information Technology, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Physics and Telecommunication, the standard will be approximately at graduation level.
SSC JE 2026 Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination – Paper-I
- Shortlisting for Paper-II
- Computer Based Examination – Paper-II
- Post/Organization Preference
- Final Merit / Final Result
- Document Verification by concerned User Department/Organization
- Post-specific Physical/Medical requirements wherever applicable
Paper-I is qualifying in nature. Candidates are shortlisted for Paper-II based on normalized Paper-I marks, subject to the minimum qualifying marks.
Final selection and allocation of Post/Organization/Office will be made on the basis of performance in Paper-II and the preferences submitted by candidates.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC / EWS | 25% |
| All Other Categories | 20% |
Normalization of Marks
If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, the marks will be normalized according to the procedure prescribed by SSC. Paper-I normalized marks will be used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II, while only normalized Paper-II scores will be used for determining final merit.
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering scores will also be normalized with each other for determining final merit and cut-off marks. For IMD, the applicable Part-D/Part-E/Part-F scores will also be normalized.
Post Preference
Candidates will be required to submit their preference for posts and organizations through the Online Option Form before the relevant stage of the selection process.
Once submitted, the post/organization preference will be treated as final and irreversible. Candidates who do not submit their preference within the prescribed period will not be considered for the relevant final allocation.
Candidates should therefore give their post and organization preferences carefully after checking the applicable educational, physical and medical requirements.
Important Note for BRO Candidates
Junior Engineer posts in the Border Roads Organization (BRO) have specific Physical Efficiency Test, physical and medical standards.
Only male candidates are eligible for the JE posts in BRO. Candidates applying for BRO should carefully check the prescribed standards before giving their post preference.
All India Service Liability
All posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL). Candidates selected for these posts may be required to serve anywhere in India.
Application Correction Facility
SSC will provide an online correction window from 28 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
- A candidate can correct and resubmit the application a maximum of two times.
- First correction and resubmission charge: ₹200.
- Second correction and resubmission charge: ₹500.
- Correction charges are applicable to all candidates irrespective of gender/category.
- After expiry of the correction window, no further correction will be allowed.
How to Apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website.
- Log in using your Registration Number and password.
- Open the Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 under the Live Examination section.
- Select the post for which you are eligible.
- Select Diploma/Degree level and enter the required educational qualification details.
- Select the relevant examination subject/stream according to your qualification.
- Enter personal, educational and other required information.
- Select examination centres. Candidates can choose three examination centres in order of preference within the same region.
- Upload/capture the required live photograph and signature as per SSC instructions.
- Preview the complete application and verify all details.
- Submit the application form.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Download/print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important OTR Information
The One-Time Registration created on the old SSC website ssc.nic.in will not be functional on the new SSC website. Candidates must complete OTR on the new SSC website.
The application can be submitted through the SSC website or through the mySSC mobile application.
Photograph and Signature Requirements
- The application module will capture a live photograph of the candidate.
- The photograph should be clear, full-frontal and captured without cap or spectacles.
- Candidates should not capture an image of an existing photograph.
- The scanned signature should be in JPEG/JPG format.
- Signature size should be approximately 10–20 KB.
- Signature dimensions should be approximately 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm.
- Blurred signatures can lead to rejection of the application.
Documents Required for Document Verification
- Matriculation/Secondary Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Experience Certificate, wherever applicable
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS Category Certificate, wherever applicable
- PwBD/PwD Certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Servicemen documents, wherever applicable
- Age relaxation certificate, wherever applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if already employed in Government/Government Undertaking
- Any other document specified by the concerned User Department/Organization
EWS Certificate
Candidates claiming EWS reservation must possess the required Income & Asset Certificate for Financial Year 2026-27, issued on the basis of income for Financial Year 2025-26, in the prescribed format and from the competent authority.
PwBD / Scribe Facility
Eligible PwBD/PwD candidates may avail the facility of Scribe/Technology/Assistive Devices subject to the conditions, certificates and requirements prescribed in the official notification.
Eligible candidates receiving the scribe/compensatory time facility will receive 20 minutes compensatory time per hour of examination.
Examination Centre and Admission Certificate
Candidates can choose three examination centres in order of preference within the same SSC region. No request for change of examination centre will be considered later.
Admission Certificates will be made available online on the SSC website. They will not be sent by post/email.
Candidates who have not undergone Aadhaar-Based Authentication must report at the examination centre two hours before the scheduled start time and carry the Admission Certificate, at least two recent passport-size colour photographs and an original valid Photo-ID proof containing the Date of Birth as printed on the Admission Certificate.
Answer Key and Objection
SSC will place tentative answer keys of Paper-I and Paper-II on its website after the Computer-Based Examination. Candidates can submit online representations within the prescribed time by paying ₹50 per question. The fee for representation is non-refundable.
Document Verification
Document Verification of provisionally shortlisted candidates will be conducted by the concerned User Department/Organization after declaration of the final result.
If any claim made in the online application regarding educational qualification, caste/category, experience or other eligibility conditions is not supported by the required documents, the candidature may be cancelled.
Probation and Service Conditions
Candidates appointed through this examination will be on two years’ probation. During probation, candidates may be required to undergo prescribed training or pass examinations as specified by the Controlling Authority.
Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India as the posts carry All India Service Liability.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Submit only one online application during the normal application period.
- Multiple applications with different registration numbers can result in cancellation of candidature.
- Verify Date of Birth exactly as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate.
- Check educational qualification and experience requirements carefully before applying.
- Choose the examination subject/stream carefully because it cannot be changed after submission.
- Give post and organization preferences carefully because submitted preferences are final.
- Keep the submitted application form and payment details safely for future reference.
- Regularly check the SSC website for examination dates, vacancy updates, admission certificates and other notices.
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Important Link | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Official Website | Visit SSC Official Website |
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q. How many vacancies are announced for SSC JE 2026?
A. SSC has notified 1,748 tentative vacancies.
Q. What is the last date to apply for SSC JE 2026?
A. The last date to submit the online application is 22 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
Q. What is the application fee?
A. The application fee is ₹100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ESM candidates are exempted.
Q. What is the SSC JE 2026 pay scale?
A. The posts are in Pay Level-6, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400.
Q. What is the age limit?
A. Depending on the post, the upper age limit is 30 years or 32 years, with applicable category-wise relaxation.
Q. Is Paper-I qualifying in nature?
A. Yes. Paper-I is qualifying in nature and normalized Paper-I marks are used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II.
Q. Which marks are used for final merit?
A. Final merit is determined using the normalized marks of Paper-II, along with the applicable post/organization preference and eligibility conditions.
Q. Can the examination subject be changed after applying?
A. No. The subject/stream selected according to the Essential Qualification cannot be changed after submission.
Q. Can BRO JE posts be applied for by female candidates?
A. No. As per the notification, only male candidates are eligible for the JE posts in BRO.
Conclusion
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 is a major Central Government recruitment opportunity for eligible engineering diploma/degree holders and eligible candidates for the Scientific Assistant post in IMD. A total of 1,748 tentative vacancies have been announced.
Eligible candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, experience requirement, age limit, examination subject, post preference and other conditions before applying.
Online applications will be accepted from 02 September 2026 to 22 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
Disclaimer: This article has been prepared on the basis of the official SSC Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 notice. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying. In case of any discrepancy, the official SSC notification will be final.
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