SSC JE 2026: Apply Online for 1748 Junior Engineer Posts
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Mechanical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant (IMD) |
| Total Vacancies | 1748 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Various Central Government Organizations across India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 02.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 22.09.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 23.09.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 28.09.2026 to 30.09.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Computer Based Examination – Paper-I | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Computer Based Examination – Paper-II | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card | Check Official Notification |
| Result | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 | BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card | 23.09.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Women Candidates | Exempted | — | — |
| SC / ST Candidates | Exempted | — | — |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted | — | — |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted | — | — |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
| Post Name | Vacancy Count | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) - BRO | Check Official Notification | Up to 30 years | Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹112,400) |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical) - BRO | Check Official Notification | Up to 30 years | Degree/Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹112,400) |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) - CPWD | Check Official Notification | Up to 32 years | Diploma in Civil Engineering | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹112,400) |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) - CPWD | Check Official Notification | Up to 32 years | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹112,400) |
| Scientific Assistant (IMD) | Check Official Notification | Up to 30 years | B.Sc with Physics / B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹112,400) |
| Junior Engineer (Telecom) - DoT | Check Official Notification | Up to 30 years | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Science/Telecommunications/IT | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹112,400) |
Organizations and Posts Covered
| Organization | Post(s) Offered | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Up to 30 years |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | Up to 30 years |
| Central Water Commission | JE (Mechanical), JE (Civil) | Up to 30 years |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE (Electrical), JE (Civil) | Up to 32 years |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | JE (Electrical), JE (Civil) | Up to 30 years |
| DGQA-Naval, Ministry of Defence | JE (Mechanical), JE (Electrical) | Up to 30 years |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Electrical), JE (Civil) | Up to 30 years |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Up to 30 years |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | JE (Civil) | Up to 30 years |
| Directorate General of Lighthouses & Lightships | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical) | Up to 32 years |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | JE (Telecom) | Up to 30 years |
| India Meteorological Department (IMD) | Scientific Assistant | Up to 30 years |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying | JE (Civil) | Up to 30 years |
Category-Wise Vacancy (Indicative)
| Category | Vacancy Count |
|---|---|
| SC | Check Official Notification |
| ST | 5 |
| OBC | 3 |
| EWS | Check Official Notification |
| UR | Check Official Notification |
Age Relaxation
| 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 deducting military service |
| Defence Personnel Disabled in Operations (Unreserved / EWS / OBC) | 3 years |
| Defence Personnel Disabled in Operations (SC / ST) | 8 years |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Paper-I (Computer Based Examination) – Qualifying in nature. Covers General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 questions/50 marks), General Awareness (50 questions/50 marks), and the relevant engineering/technical subject (100 questions/100 marks). Duration: 2 hours. Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
- Paper-II (Computer Based Examination) – For candidates shortlisted from Paper-I. Covers the relevant engineering/technical subject in depth (100 questions/300 marks). Duration: 2 hours. Negative marking of 1 mark per wrong answer.
- Document Verification – Provisionally selected candidates must produce original certificates for verification.
- Physical Standards and Medical Examination – Applicable for posts under BRO/GREF as per the notice annexure.
- Merit List Preparation – Separate merit lists for JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical), Scientific Assistant (IMD), and JE (Telecom).
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official SSC website.
- Log in and fill the online application form for the JE Examination 2026 via the SSC website or the mySSC mobile app.
- Upload photograph and signature, or opt for Aadhaar-based authentication.
- Select your organization, post, and relevant subject/stream as per your educational qualification.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) using BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or a debit card.
- Preview and submit the form, and save/print a copy for your records.
Required Documents
- Educational qualification certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Age proof
- Aadhaar card
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is SSC JE Recruitment 2026? It is the official recruitment notice from the Staff Selection Commission for filling Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Telecom) posts and Scientific Assistant (IMD) posts across various Central Government organizations.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in SSC JE 2026? There are 1748 tentative vacancies. The final, post-wise and category-wise vacancy numbers will be published separately on the SSC website.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for SSC JE 2026? The last date to submit the online application is 22.09.2026 (23:00 hours), and the fee payment deadline is 23.09.2026 (23:00 hours).
Q4. What is the qualification required for SSC JE 2026? It varies by post and organization — generally a relevant engineering degree or diploma (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Telecom) for JE posts, and a Bachelor's degree in Science/Computer Science/Electronics for the Scientific Assistant (IMD) post.
Q5. What is the age limit for SSC JE 2026? Age limit is either up to 30 years or up to 32 years, depending on the organization/post, as reckoned on 01.08.2026. Category-wise age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
About This Notification
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for SSC JE 2026. A total of 1,748 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive.
Regarding the timeline, applications open from 2 September 2026, the last date to apply is 22 September 2026, the fee payment deadline is 23 September 2026.
General/OBC candidates need to pay a fee of ₹100. Payment can be made via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card.
The selection procedure for this recruitment consists of the following stages: Computer Based Examination (Paper-I) - Qualifying → Computer Based Examination (Paper-II) → Document Verification → Physical Standards and Medical Examination (for BRO posts). Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next.
Interested and eligible candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Ensure all required documents are ready and submit the application before the deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Keep visiting the official website for the latest updates regarding SSC JE 2026.