The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 for recruitment to various Junior Engineer posts under Government of India organisations/offices. The examination will also include recruitment for the post of Scientific Assistant in India Meteorological Department (IMD).
SSC JE 2026 recruitment is being conducted for Group 'B' posts in Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix with a pay scale of Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400. The Commission has announced a total of 1748 tentative vacancies for Junior Engineer posts.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 02 September 2026 to 22 September 2026. The last date for submission of the application form is 22 September 2026 (11:00 PM).
Official Notification PDF: SSC JE Recruitment 2026
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Junior Engineer Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electrical & Mechanical, Telecom) and Scientific Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 1748 (Tentative) |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Salary | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 September 2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 23 September 2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Correction Window | 28 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 |
| Paper-I Exam Date | October / November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Paper-II Exam Date | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22 September 2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 23 September 2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Application Correction Window | 28 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 |
| SSC JE Paper-I Examination | October / November 2026 |
| SSC JE Paper-II Examination | December 2026 |
SSC JE Vacancy 2026 Details
SSC has announced 1748 tentative vacancies for Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant posts. The final vacancies along with post-wise and category-wise details will be published separately on the SSC website.
| Post | Department / Organization |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Various Government Departments and Organisations |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | Various Government Departments and Organisations |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Various Government Departments and Organisations |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical) | Various Government Departments and Organisations |
| Junior Engineer (Telecom) | Department of Telecommunications |
| Scientific Assistant | India Meteorological Department (IMD) |
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Participating Organizations
The recruitment includes Junior Engineer posts in multiple Government of India departments and organisations including:
- Border Roads Organization (BRO)
- Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti
- Central Water Commission
- Central Public Works Department (CPWD)
- Central Water and Power Research Station
- DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence
- Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti
- Military Engineer Services (MES)
- National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO)
- Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships
- Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
- India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
SSC JE Educational Qualification 2026
Candidates must possess the required educational qualification for the respective Junior Engineer discipline as mentioned in the official notification.
SSC JE Civil Engineering Qualification
- Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Institute; OR
- Three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Institute/Board with required experience wherever applicable.
SSC JE Electrical Engineering Qualification
- Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University/Institute; OR
- Three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University/Institute/Board with required experience wherever applicable.
SSC JE Mechanical Engineering Qualification
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University/Institute; OR
- Three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University/Institute/Board with required experience wherever applicable.
SSC JE Telecom Qualification
For Junior Engineer (Telecom), candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in relevant disciplines including Electrical, Electronics, Electrical Communications, Computer Science, Information Technology, Instrumentation or Telecommunications from a recognised University or Institute.
SSC Scientific Assistant Qualification
Candidates applying for Scientific Assistant in India Meteorological Department must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Science with Physics as one of the subjects or relevant Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunication Engineering, Information Technology or related fields as specified in the notification.
SSC JE Experience Requirement 2026
Where experience is prescribed for any post, such experience must be acquired after completion of the required educational qualification. Internship, training or research experience obtained during the course of acquiring qualification will not be counted as required experience.
SSC JE Age Limit 2026
The crucial date for calculation of age is 01 August 2026.
| Post Age Limit | Age Criteria |
|---|---|
| Posts with maximum age up to 30 years | Candidate must not have been born earlier than 02 August 1996 and later than 01 August 2008 |
| Posts with maximum age up to 32 years | Candidate must not have been born earlier than 02 August 1994 and later than 01 August 2008 |
SSC JE Age Relaxation 2026
| 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 | 3 Years after deduction of military service |
SSC JE Selection Process 2026
The selection process for SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 will be conducted through a two-tier Computer Based Examination followed by Document Verification. Candidates have to qualify each stage as per the criteria prescribed by SSC.
- Paper-I (Computer Based Examination)
- Paper-II (Computer Based Examination)
- Document Verification
- Final Selection and Allocation
Candidates will be shortlisted for Paper-II based on their performance in Paper-I. Final merit will be prepared based on marks obtained in Paper-II, subject to qualifying all required stages.
SSC JE Exam Pattern 2026
SSC JE Examination consists of two Computer Based Papers: Paper-I and Paper-II. Both papers are objective type examinations.
SSC JE Paper-I Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
- Paper-I duration: 2 Hours
- Paper-I is an objective type Computer Based Examination.
- There will be negative marking for wrong answers.
- The General Engineering subject will be based on the discipline selected by the candidate.
SSC JE Paper-II Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A: General Engineering (Civil) | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Part-B: General Engineering (Electrical) | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Part-C: General Engineering (Mechanical) | 300 | 2 Hours |
Candidates have to appear in the General Engineering paper according to the discipline selected during the application process.
SSC JE Syllabus 2026
General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Analogies
- Similarities and Differences
- Space Visualization
- Problem Solving
- Analysis
- Decision Making
- Visual Memory
- Observation
- Relationship Concepts
- Arithmetical Reasoning
- Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
General Awareness
- Current Events
- History
- Culture
- Geography
- Economic Scene
- General Polity
- Scientific Research
General Engineering Syllabus
The General Engineering paper will be based on the candidate's selected engineering discipline.
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
SSC JE Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 100 |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
| SC Candidates | Exempted |
| ST Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen Eligible for Reservation | Exempted |
The application fee can be paid through online payment modes or SBI Challan as permitted by SSC.
SSC JE Application Correction 2026
SSC will provide an online correction facility for candidates who need to modify details submitted in their application form.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Correction Window Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Correction Window Closing Date | 30 September 2026 |
Candidates should carefully verify all details before final submission of the application form.
How to Apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Login using the registered credentials.
- Select the SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 application link.
- Read all instructions carefully.
- Enter personal details, educational qualifications and communication details.
- Select the preferred engineering discipline and examination preferences.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the submitted application form for future reference.
Documents Required for SSC JE Application 2026
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature image
- Valid Photo Identity Card
- Educational qualification certificates
- Engineering Degree / Diploma certificates
- Caste Certificate, if applicable
- EWS Certificate, if applicable
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable
SSC JE Document Verification 2026
Candidates shortlisted after the Computer Based Examination will have to appear for Document Verification conducted by the respective User Departments.
Candidates must produce original documents along with self-attested copies during verification.
Important documents include educational certificates, age proof, caste certificates, category certificates and other documents claimed during the application process.
SSC JE Admit Card 2026
The admit card for SSC JE Examination 2026 will be released separately on the regional SSC websites before the examination date.
Candidates must download their admit card using their registration details and carry a printed copy along with valid photo identification proof on the exam day.
SSC JE Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed to Junior Engineer posts under various Government of India departments with the following pay structure:
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | Level-6 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 |
| Scientific Assistant (IMD) | Level-6 | As per Pay Matrix |
SSC JE 2026 Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only through the SSC website.
- Candidates should complete One-Time Registration before applying.
- The vacancies mentioned in the notification are tentative.
- Eligibility will be determined according to the conditions mentioned in the official notification.
- Candidates must select the correct engineering discipline while applying.
- Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.
- Fee once paid will not be refunded under normal circumstances.
- Candidates should preserve their registration number and application details.
- Only candidates qualifying the prescribed stages will be considered for final appointment.
