SSC JE Recruitment 2026: Official Notification Out for 1,748 Junior Engineer Posts – Apply Online Now
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official recruitment notification for the Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2026. This drive aims to fill 1,748 tentative vacancies for Group ‘B’ non-gazetted positions across various prestigious Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations.
Eligible candidates with a Diploma or Degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Telecom, or relevant streams can apply online through the official portal at ssc.gov.in or via the mySSC mobile app.
Key Overview: SSC JE Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Quantity Surveying & Contracts) Examination, 2026 |
| Posts Offered | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical), JE (Mechanical), JE (Telecom), Scientific Assistant (IMD) |
| Category | Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,748 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start Date for Online Application | September 02, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 22, 2026 (up to 23:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | September 23, 2026 (up to 23:00 Hrs) |
| Application Correction Window | September 28 to September 30, 2026 |
| Computer Based Exam (Paper-I) | October / November 2026 |
| Computer Based Exam (Paper-II) | December 2026 |
Vacancy & Participating Organizations
Candidates can apply for posts in various departments depending on their specialization and eligibility:
- Border Roads Organisation (BRO): JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical)
- Central Public Works Department (CPWD): JE (Civil), JE (Electrical)
- Central Water Commission (CWC): JE (Civil), JE (Mechanical)
- Military Engineer Services (MES): JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical)
- Department of Telecommunications (DoT): JE (Telecom)
- India Meteorological Department (IMD): Scientific Assistant
- Other Departments: Brahmaputra Board, CWPRS, DGQA-Naval, Farakka Barrage, NTRO, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
- JE (Civil): Degree in Civil Engineering OR a 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering (plus relevant work experience for certain departments like BRO/MES).
- JE (Electrical / Mechanical): Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering OR a 3-Year Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (plus work experience where applicable).
- JE (Telecom): B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, Computer Science, IT, or Instrumentation.
- Scientific Assistant (IMD): Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics as a subject OR B.Sc/B.Tech in CS, IT, Electronics, or Communication Engineering.
2. Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
- Upper Age Limit: Up to 30 years or 32 years (varies by post and department).
Age Relaxation Upper Limit:
- 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 military service deduction
Selection Process
The selection for SSC JE 2026 involves three main phases:
- Paper-I (Computer-Based Test):
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Marks (50 Questions)
- General Awareness: 50 Marks (50 Questions)
- Domain Specific (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/etc.): 100 Marks (100 Questions)
- Duration: 2 Hours | Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per incorrect answer.
- Paper-II (Computer-Based Test):
- Core Domain Subject: 300 Marks (100 Questions)
- Duration: 2 Hours | Negative Marking: 1.00 mark per incorrect answer.
- Document Verification (DV) & Physical/Medical Test:
- Conducted by individual departments (e.g., BRO requires specific physical standards).
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates): ₹100/-
- Women Candidates: Exempted (Free)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Exempted (Free)
- Payment Mode: Online (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card)
How to Apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
1.Complete One-Time Registration (OTR):Required if applying on the new portal for the first time.
Go to the official website at ssc.gov.in and complete your One-Time Registration (OTR). Note: Old OTR credentials from ssc.nic.in are not valid.
2.Fill Out the Application Form:
Log in using your new OTR details and navigate to Apply > Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2026. Enter your personal details, choice of examination centers, and educational credentials.
3.Select Post & Organization Preference:
Choose the stream/subject aligned with your qualifications (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Telecom, or IMD).
4.Upload Photo & Documents:
Upload your photograph and signature using the mySSC app or directly through the website portal.
5.Pay Fee & Submit:
Pay the ₹100 application fee online (if applicable). Verify all details and click Submit. Keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
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