SSC JE Recruitment 2026: 1748 Vacancies, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Salary, Dates and Apply Online
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released theSSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification for recruitment to various Junior Engineer posts in Government of India organisations and offices. The examination also includes recruitment for the post of Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The posts are Group ‘B’ posts in Level-6 of the Pay Matrix, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400, under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The online application process is started from 2 September 2026 to 22 September 2026, while Paper-I is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026 and Paper-II for December 2026.
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 |
| Recruitment Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Posts Name | Junior Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Electrical), Junior Engineer (Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Telecom) and Scientific Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 1748 Tentative Vacancies |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Qualifications | Degree/Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline or specified Bachelor’s Degree for Scientific Assistant, as applicable to the post |
| Application Dates | 02 September 2026 to 22 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Various Government organisations/offices across India, subject to post/organisation allocation |
| Official Website | SSC official website |
SSC JE Vacancy 2026
The SSC JE Recruitment 2026 notification mentions 1,748 tentative vacancies. These vacancies cover different posts and participating Government organisations.
| Vacancy Particular | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 1748 |
| Post-wise Vacancies | To be made available by SSC separately |
| Category-wise Vacancies | To be made available by SSC separately |
| State-wise/Zone-wise Vacancies | Not collected by SSC; candidates should approach the concerned User Department, if applicable |
SSC JE Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates interested in the SSC JE Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification, age limit and other eligibility conditions applicable to the post for which they are applying.
The educational qualification is not identical for all SSC JE posts. Some posts require a degree in engineering, while others accept a three-year diploma, with experience requirements for certain posts. The Scientific Assistant post in IMD has separate qualification requirements.
A) Educational Qualification
The following table summarises the post-wise educational qualifications required in SSC JE Recruitment 2026.
| Organisation | Post | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Border Roads Organization (BRO) | JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Institute; OR three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Institute/Board with two years’ experience in Planning/Execution/Maintenance of Civil Engineering works. |
| Border Roads Organization (BRO) | JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University/Institute; OR three-year Diploma in Electrical/Automobile/Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University/Institute/Board with two years’ experience in Planning/Execution/Maintenance of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering works. |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | Three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University or Institution. |
| Central Water Commission | JE (Mechanical) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University or Institution. |
| Central Water Commission | JE (Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University or Institution. |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University or Institute. |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University or Institute. |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised Institute. |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised Institute. |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | JE (Mechanical) | Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised Institute; OR three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University/Institution with two years’ experience in the respective field. |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | JE (Electrical) | Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University; OR three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University/Institution with two years’ experience in the respective field. |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University, Institute or Board. |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University, Institute or Board. |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University; OR three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised Institute/University/Board with two years’ experience in Planning, Execution and Maintenance of Civil Engineering works. |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University; OR three-year Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognised Institute/University/Board with two years’ experience in Planning, Execution and Maintenance of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering works. |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Institution. |
| Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways | JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering OR Diploma in Civil Engineering with three years’ experience OR equivalent qualification. |
| Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways | JE (Electrical) | Degree in Electrical Engineering OR Diploma in Electrical Engineering with three years’ experience OR equivalent qualification. |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | JE (Telecom) | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical Communications, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Technology or Instrumentation from a recognised University or Institute. |
| India Meteorological Department (IMD) | Scientific Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics as one of the subjects from a recognised institution/university; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Electronics, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics Telecommunication Engineering, Instrumentation, Information Technology, Telecommunication Engineering or Communication Engineering from a recognised institution/university. |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying | JE (Civil) | Degree or three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University or Institute. |
B) Age Limit
The crucial date for determining age is 1 August 2026.
| Applicable Age Limit | Required Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Up to 30 years | Born not earlier than 02 August 1996 and not later than 01 August 2008 |
| Up to 32 years | Born not earlier than 02 August 1994 and not later than 01 August 2008 |
C) Age Relaxation
The notification specifies the following permissible relaxation in the upper age limit:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD – Unreserved/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from actual age |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities/disturbed area – UR/EWS/OBC | 3 years |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities/disturbed area – SC/ST | 8 years |
Selection Process for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
The SSC JE 2026 selection process is based on Paper-I and Paper-II Computer-Based Examinations, followed by the prescribed post-allocation and document/eligibility requirements. Paper-I is qualifying in nature and is used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II. Final selection and allocation are based on Paper-II performance and the post/organisation preferences submitted by candidates.
The minimum qualifying marks prescribed by SSC are 30% for UR candidates, 25% for OBC/EWS candidates and 20% for candidates belonging to other categories.
SSC JE Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | Computer-Based Examination; qualifying in nature and used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II. |
| Paper-II | Computer-Based Examination carrying 300 marks; normalized Paper-II marks are used for final merit. |
| Post/Organisation Preference | Candidates submit preferences for posts and organisations/offices. Preferences are treated as final after submission. |
| Final Selection/Allocation | Based on Paper-II performance, normalized marks and post/organisation preference, subject to eligibility and other prescribed conditions. |
| Document Verification | Required certificates and documents are verified by the concerned User Department. |
| Post-Specific Standards | Certain posts, particularly BRO Junior Engineer posts, have prescribed physical and medical standards. |
SSC JE Exam Pattern 2026
The SSC JE Examination 2026 consists of two Computer-Based Examination papers.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-I | General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Paper-I | Relevant Engineering/Subject Part | 100 | 100 | |
| Paper-II | Relevant Engineering/Subject Part | 100 | 300 | 2 Hours |
For candidates eligible for the prescribed scribe facility, the duration is 2 hours and 40 minutes for both papers. Paper-I contains General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness and the relevant subject/stream selected according to the candidate’s educational qualification. Paper-II contains the relevant technical/subject paper.
Paper-I and Paper-II contain Objective Type, Multiple-Choice Questions. The questions are set in Hindi and English.
There is negative marking in both papers:
- Paper-I: 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
- Paper-II: 1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
SSC JE Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% |
| All Other Categories | 20% |
Paper-I is qualifying in nature. Candidates are shortlisted for Paper-II on the basis of normalized Paper-I marks and the prescribed qualifying requirements. Only normalized Paper-II scores are used for determining final merit.
SSC JE Salary / Pay Scale 2026
The SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 notification states that the posts covered under the examination are Group ‘B’ posts in Level-6 of the Pay Matrix of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
| Post Category | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer / Scientific Assistant posts | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
SSC JE Important Dates 2026
Candidates preparing to apply for the latest government jobs through SSC JE Recruitment 2026 should carefully follow the application and examination schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online 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 |
| SSC JE Paper-I Exam Date | October/November 2026 – Tentative |
| SSC JE Paper-II Exam Date | December 2026 – Tentative |
The examination schedule is tentative. The Commission states that any change in the examination schedule will be communicated through ssc official website.
How to Apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online for SSC JE Examination 2026 through the official SSC website. The application form is available only through online mode.
Candidates must first complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website. The notification specifically states that an OTR generated on the old SSC website, ssc.nic.in, will not be functional on the new website. Once an OTR is generated on the new website, it remains valid for examinations applied for through the new website.
Steps to Apply Online
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete the One-Time Registration process on the new SSC portal.
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Select Junior Engineer Examination 2026.
- Enter the required personal, educational and other application details.
- Select the applicable engineering stream/subject according to the essential qualification.
- Upload or provide the required information/documents as prescribed.
- Complete the real-time photograph process.
- Upload the signature in the prescribed format where applicable.
- Review the complete application carefully.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, through the permitted online payment method.
- Submit the application form.
- Save/print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
The SSC application module captures a real-time photograph during the application process. Candidates are instructed to use suitable lighting and a plain background, keep the camera at eye level and face the camera directly. The notification also states that candidates should not wear a cap, mask or spectacles while capturing the photograph.
The apply online link is provided in the Important Links section of this article.SSC JE Application Fee 2026
The application fee prescribed for SSC JE Recruitment 2026 is ₹100.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Applicable candidates | ₹100 |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
| SC Candidates | Exempted |
| ST Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
The application fee can be paid through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro or RuPay Debit Card. The last date for fee payment is 23 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM. The notification states that the fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted against another examination or selection.
SSC JE Application Correction Fee
SSC has provided an application correction window from 28 September 2026 to 30 September 2026.
| Correction Attempt | Correction Charge |
|---|---|
| First correction and resubmission | ₹200 |
| Second correction and resubmission | ₹500 |
The correction charges apply to all candidates irrespective of gender or category. A candidate can correct and resubmit the application up to two times during the correction window. After the correction window closes, no further correction will be allowed.
Important Links for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| GDS Online Engagement Portal | Click Here |
| Online Registration / Application | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Vacancy Notification Circle Wise | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
| Link/Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply |
| Official Notification | Download |
| Official Website | SSC official website |
| Home Page | GovtJobsNotify |
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