SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1748 Junior Engineer Posts
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SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF has been officially released for 1748 tentative Junior Engineer vacancies across Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Mechanical, and Telecom disciplines, along with Scientific Assistant (IMD) posts. Candidates searching for SSC JE 2026 Notification, Junior Engineer Government Jobs, or Diploma/B.Tech Sarkari Naukri can apply online from 2 September 2026 to 22 September 2026. Detailed eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, exam pattern, salary, and direct apply link are provided below.
Table of Contents
- About Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Job Overview 2026
- Important Dates
- Vacancy & Organizations Covered
- Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit & Qualification)
- Salary Details
- Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Application Fee
- Required Documents
- How to Apply Online
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Official Notification PDF & Apply Link
About Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is an attached office of the Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India, responsible for recruiting staff for various posts in the Government of India and its subordinate offices. Through the annual Junior Engineer (JE) Examination, SSC fills technical Group 'B' posts across Central Government organizations such as CPWD, BRO, MES, DoT, and IMD. This SSC JE Recruitment 2026 notification is a major opportunity for diploma holders and engineering graduates searching for Sarkari Naukri 2026 in a stable, well-paying central government technical role.
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Junior Engineer (JE) Examination, 2026 |
| Reference No. | F. No. HQ-C-3019/1/2026-C-3 |
| Post Name | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical), JE (Mechanical), JE (Electrical & Mechanical), JE (Telecom), Scientific Assistant (IMD) |
| Post Category | Group 'B', Level-6 |
| Total Vacancies | 1748 (Tentative) |
| Job Category | SSC Jobs 2026 / Engineering Sarkari Naukri |
| Job Location | All India (Central Government Organizations) |
| Application Mode | Online (ssc.gov.in or mySSC mobile app) |
| Start Date to Apply | 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 September 2026 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release / Application Start Date | 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22 September 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 23 September 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 28 – 30 September 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Computer Based Exam – Paper-I (Tentative) | October/November 2026 |
| Computer Based Exam – Paper-II (Tentative) | December 2026 |
SSC JE Vacancy & Organizations Covered 2026
SSC has announced 1748 tentative vacancies for the Junior Engineer Examination 2026, spread across several Central Government organizations. The exact organization-wise and category-wise (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) break-up is not fixed in the notice itself — SSC will publish the final vacancy details separately on its website under "For Candidates → Tentative Vacancy."
| 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 & Dairying | JE (Civil) | Up to 30 years |
Note: A candidate eligible for one post may also be eligible for a related post (e.g., JE Mechanical candidates are also eligible for JE Electrical & Mechanical), subject to fulfilling the essential qualification for that post. Refer to the official notice for exact cross-eligibility rules.
Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Essential qualifications differ by organization and post. Broadly, JE (Civil) requires a Degree in Civil Engineering (or, in some organizations, a three-year diploma plus relevant experience). JE (Electrical) / JE (Mechanical) / JE (Electrical & Mechanical) require a degree or diploma in the relevant discipline. JE (Telecom) requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Science/Telecommunications/IT/Instrumentation Engineering. Scientific Assistant (IMD) requires a Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, or in Computer Science/Electronics/Electronics & Communication/Instrumentation/IT/Telecommunication Engineering. Since qualification requirements vary organization by organization, candidates should verify the exact requirement for their target organization in the official notification PDF.
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
- Posts with age limit up to 30 years: Born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008
- Posts with age limit up to 32 years: Born not earlier than 02.08.1994 and not later than 01.08.2008
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 rendered |
SSC JE Salary Details 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed to Group 'B' posts in Pay Level-6 of the Pay Matrix under the 7th Central Pay Commission:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/- per month |
| Pay Level | Level-6, 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Additional Allowances | DA, HRA, TA (as per rules of the respective recruiting organization) |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection for SSC JE 2026 is based on the following stages:
- Paper-I (CBT): Qualifying in nature — General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 marks), General Awareness (50 marks), Engineering/Technical subject (100 marks). Duration 2 hours. Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
- Paper-II (CBT): For candidates shortlisted from Paper-I — Engineering/Technical subject in depth (300 marks). Duration 2 hours. Negative marking of 1 mark per wrong answer.
- Document Verification (DV): Provisionally selected candidates must produce original certificates for verification.
- Physical Standards & Medical Examination: Applicable for posts under organizations such as BRO/GREF.
Separate merit lists are prepared for JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical), Scientific Assistant (IMD), and JE (Telecom). Both papers are objective-type, multiple-choice questions set bilingually in Hindi and English.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay Debit Card |
Required Documents for Online Application
- Recent Passport Size Photograph and Scanned Signature (or Aadhaar-based authentication)
- Engineering Degree/Diploma Certificate and Mark Sheets
- 10th Class Certificate (Age Proof)
- Category / Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
How to Apply Online for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website (ssc.gov.in). An OTR generated on the old website (ssc.nic.in) is not valid.
- Log in and fill the online application form for the Junior Engineer Examination 2026, either on the website or via 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 — this choice cannot be changed later.
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SSC JE Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are 1748 tentative vacancies. The final, post-wise and category-wise numbers will be published separately on the SSC website.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for SSC JE 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 22 September 2026 (11:00 PM), and the fee payment deadline is 23 September 2026 (11:00 PM).
Q3. What is the qualification required for SSC JE 2026?
Ans: 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.
Q4. What is the age limit for SSC JE 2026?
Ans: Either up to 30 years or up to 32 years, depending on the organization/post, as reckoned on 1 August 2026.
Q5. What is the SSC JE selection process for 2026?
Ans: Paper-I (CBT, qualifying), Paper-II (CBT), Document Verification, and Physical Standards/Medical Examination for specific organizations like BRO.
Important Links & Direct Apply Links
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