The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026 for the Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination (PET-2025)/24. The recruitment is for 1,156 vacancies for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) and other related posts in different departments of Uttar Pradesh.
Eligible candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and were issued a PET-2025 scorecard can apply online from 03 November 2026 to 25 November 2026. The last date for fee reconciliation and application modification is 02 December 2026.
Official Notification PDF: UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination |
| Advertisement No. | 24-Exam/2026 |
| Exam | PET-2025/24 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,156 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| PET Requirement | PET-2025 |
| Application Start Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation / Modification Last Date | 02 December 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years, as applicable to the post |
| Selection Process | PET-2025 Shortlisting + Main Written Examination |
| Application Processing Fee | ₹25/- |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Vacancy 2026
| Sl. No. | Department | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ground Water Department, Uttar Pradesh | Technical Assistant (Mechanical) - Special Selection | 3 |
| 2 | Prison Administration & Reform Services, Uttar Pradesh | Machine Instructor | 1 |
| 3 | Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation, Lucknow | Assistant Storekeeper | 128 |
| 4 | Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation, Lucknow | Mechanic | 270 |
| 5 | Irrigation & Water Resources Directorate | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) - General | 304 |
| 6 | Irrigation & Water Resources Directorate | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) - Special Selection | 154 |
| 7 | Directorate of Panchayati Raj | Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) | 32 |
| 8 | Office of Chief Engineer, Public Works Department | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 264 |
| Total | 1,156 |
The vacancy table on pages 7 and 8 of the notification gives a total of 1,156 posts.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (Mechanical) | Level-6, ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 |
| Machine Instructor | Level-6, ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 |
| Assistant Storekeeper | Level-4, ₹5,200 - ₹20,200 |
| Mechanic | Level-5, ₹5,200 - ₹20,200 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) - General | Level-6, ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) - Special Selection | Level-6, ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 |
| Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) | Level-6, ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical), PWD | Level-6, ₹9,300 - ₹34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,200 |
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Eligibility 2026
Candidates must meet the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post. The qualification requirements differ according to the department and post.
Technical Assistant (Mechanical)
Candidates should possess a three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Uttar Pradesh Board of Technical Education or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
Machine Instructor
Candidates should possess the qualification prescribed for the Machine Instructor post, including the required diploma-level mechanical qualification as specified in the notification.
Assistant Storekeeper
Candidates should possess a Diploma in Automobile or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Polytechnic.
Mechanic
Candidates must possess the mechanical or automobile qualification prescribed under the applicable Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation service regulations.
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
For the Irrigation & Water Resources Directorate, candidates should possess a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution/university or the qualification recognized under the applicable service rules.
Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical)
Candidates should possess the prescribed Diploma in Mechanical Engineering qualification from a recognized institution.
Junior Engineer (Mechanical), PWD
Candidates should have passed High School or an equivalent recognized examination and possess a three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Uttar Pradesh Board of Technical Education or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Age Limit 2026
The applicable age limit is generally 18 to 40 years, subject to the post-wise service rules and applicable age relaxation.
Reserved-category candidates will receive age relaxation according to the applicable Uttar Pradesh Government rules. The notification provides post-wise eligibility and age conditions in the relevant sections. :
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Selection Process 2026
The selection process begins with shortlisting based on the candidate's normalized UPSSSC PET-2025 score. Shortlisted candidates will then appear for the Main Written Examination.
Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and were issued a PET-2025 scorecard by the Commission can apply. Candidates having zero or negative marks in the PET-2025 absolute or normalized score will not be shortlisted for the Main Examination.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Exam Pattern 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Type | Objective / Multiple Choice |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 25% of the marks prescribed for each question |
The Main Examination contains one question paper with 100 questions for 100 marks. The duration is two hours and there is negative marking for incorrect answers.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Syllabus 2026
Part 1 - Mechanical Engineering
- Theory of Machines and Machine Design
- Engineering Mechanics
- Strength of Materials
- Thermodynamics
- Internal Combustion Engine
- Steam Engineering and Power Plant Engineering
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines
Part 2 - Computer and Information Technology
- Computer fundamentals
- Information technology
- Internet and World Wide Web
- MS Word and MS Excel
- Operating Systems
- Social Networking
- E-Governance
- Digital Financial Tools and Applications
- Future Skills and Cyber Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- Big Data
- Deep Learning
- Machine Learning
- Internet of Things
Part 3 - General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh
- History of Uttar Pradesh
- Culture and Art
- Architecture
- Festivals and Folk Dance
- Literature and Regional Languages
- Heritage
- Social Customs and Traditions
- Geography and Environment
- Natural Resources
- Climate and Soil
- Forest and Wildlife
- Mines and Minerals
- Economy and Agriculture
- Industry, Business and Commerce
- Population and Administration
- Current Events
The syllabus details are provided in the examination syllabus section of the notification.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Application Fee 2026
| Particular | Fee |
|---|---|
| Online Processing Fee | ₹25/- |
| Application Fee | ₹0/- |
Candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination will have to pay the examination fee prescribed separately before downloading the Main Examination admit card.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Application Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation / Application Modification Last Date | 02 December 2026 |
The notification specifies 25 November 2026 as the last date for submitting the online application and 02 December 2026 as the final date for fee reconciliation and application modification.
How to Apply for UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026.
- Log in using the PET-2025 registration details.
- Complete the required authentication process.
- Enter the required educational and other details.
- Verify the information displayed in the application.
- Complete the declaration.
- Pay the applicable online processing fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Complete fee reconciliation and download the submitted application form for future reference.
The Commission has prescribed the online application process through the candidate dashboard and PET-2025 registration details.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026 Important Points
- A total of 1,156 vacancies are advertised.
- The recruitment is for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) and other related posts.
- UPSSSC PET-2025 is mandatory for applying.
- Candidates must have a PET-2025 scorecard issued by UPSSSC.
- Shortlisting for the Main Examination is based on the normalized PET-2025 score.
- Candidates with zero or negative PET-2025 scores will not be shortlisted.
- The Main Examination has 100 questions and 100 marks.
- The examination duration is two hours.
- There is 25% negative marking for wrong answers.
- The online processing fee is ₹25/-.
- The last date to apply is 25 November 2026.
- Fee reconciliation and application modification can be completed up to 02 December 2026.
