SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 (1748 Posts)
SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 (1748 Posts)
1. Top Summary
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 (includes Scientific Assistant, IMD) |
| Notice No. | F. No. HQ-C-3019/1/2026-C-3, dated 02-09-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1748 (Tentative) |
| Pay Level | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 112,400), Group ‘B’, 7th CPC |
| Online Application Closes | 22-09-2026, 23:00 hrs |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Source: PDF, Pages 1, 4
2. Job Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will hold an open Computer Based Examination to recruit Junior Engineers for various Organizations/Offices of the Government of India, and Scientific Assistants in the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The posts are Group ‘B’, Level-6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, spread across 14 recruiting organisations including Border Roads Organisation, CPWD, MES, Central Water Commission, DGQA-Naval, Department of Telecommunications and others.
Source: PDF, Pages 1-4
3. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 02-09-2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 02-09-2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 22-09-2026, 23:00 hrs |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23-09-2026, 23:00 hrs |
| Application Form Correction Window | 28-09-2026 to 30-09-2026, 23:00 hrs |
| Computer Based Exam – Paper I (Tentative) | October/November 2026 |
| Computer Based Exam – Paper II (Tentative) | December 2026 |
| Helpline (for application difficulties) | 180 030 930 63 (Toll-Free) |
Source: PDF, Pages 1-2, 15-16
4. Organisation & Post-wise Details
| Organisation | Post(s) | Essential Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Border Roads Organisation | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree in respective Engineering; OR 3-Yr Diploma + 2 years’ relevant experience | Up to 30 years |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 years |
| Central Water Commission | JE (Mechanical), JE (Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in respective Engineering | Up to 30 years |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE (Electrical/Mechanical), JE (Civil) | Diploma in respective Engineering | Up to 32 years |
| Central Water & Power Research Station | JE (Electrical), JE (Civil) | Diploma in respective Engineering | Up to 30 years |
| DGQA-Naval, Ministry of Defence | JE (Mechanical), JE (Electrical) | Degree; OR 3-Yr Diploma + 2 years’ relevant experience | Up to 30 years |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Electrical), JE (Civil) | Diploma in respective Engineering | Up to 30 years |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree; OR 3-Yr Diploma + 2 years’ relevant experience | Up to 30 years |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 years |
| DG Lighthouses & Lightships, Min. of Ports, Shipping & Waterways | JE (Civil), JE (Electrical) | Degree; OR Diploma + 3 years’ experience | Up to 32 years |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | JE (Telecom) | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology (Electrical/Electronics/Comm./CS/Telecom/IT/Instrumentation) | Up to 30 years |
| India Meteorological Department (IMD) | Scientific Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Physics) OR CS/Electronics/Comm./Instrumentation/IT/Telecom Engineering | Up to 30 years |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying | JE (Civil) | Degree or 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 years |
Source: PDF, Pages 2-4
5. Vacancy Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Tentative Total Vacancies | 1748 (One Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Eight) |
| Post-wise & Category-wise Break-up | To be published separately on ssc.gov.in under For Candidates > Tentative Vacancy |
| State-wise / Zone-wise Vacancies | Not collected/published by SSC; candidates must approach the concerned User Department for such details |
Source: PDF, Page 5
6. Eligibility Criteria – Age Limit & Relaxation
| Age Limit Category | Date of Birth Range (Crucial date: 01-08-2026) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Category | Age Relaxation (beyond 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 deducting military service rendered from actual age |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operations (UR/EWS/OBC) | 3 years |
| Defence Personnel disabled in operations (SC/ST) | 8 years |
Source: PDF, Pages 8-9
7. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 100/- |
| Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (No Fee) |
Fee can be paid only through online modes — BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay Debit Card — up to 23-09-2026, 23:00 hrs. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other exam.
Source: PDF, Pages 15-16
8. Scheme of Examination
| Paper | Subjects | Questions / Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (CBE, Qualifying) | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 / 50 | 2 Hours (2 hrs 40 min for scribe-eligible candidates) |
| General Awareness | 50 / 50 | ||
| Subject-specific Part (A-G, as per post/EQ opted) | 100 / 100 | ||
| Paper-II (CBE) | Subject-specific Part (A-G, as per post/EQ opted) | 100 / 300 | 2 Hours (2 hrs 40 min for scribe-eligible candidates) |
Source: PDF, Pages 20-22
9. Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination – Paper-I (qualifying, General Intelligence & Reasoning + General Awareness + subject-specific part).
- Computer Based Examination – Paper-II (subject-specific, counts toward final merit).
- Document Verification by the concerned User Department/Organisation.
Source: PDF, Pages 21-22, 5
10. How to Apply
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website (ssc.gov.in). Note: OTR generated on the old ssc.nic.in website will not work on the new site.
- After OTR, log in and fill the Online Application Form for the Junior Engineer Examination, 2026, either via the SSC website or the ‘mySSC’ mobile app.
- Opt for Aadhaar-Based Authentication during OTR where possible — this exempts candidates from strict photo/signature rejection rules.
- Capture a real-time photograph as prompted by the online module (no pre-existing photo needed) and upload a scanned signature (JPEG, 10-20 KB, about 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm).
- Select the post/subject (Part A-G) as per your Educational Qualification — this cannot be changed later under any circumstances.
- Pay the applicable fee online and submit the form before 22-09-2026, 23:00 hrs. Use the Preview/Print option to verify all details before final submission.
Source: PDF, Pages 15-17
11. Documents & Photo/Signature Requirements
- One-Time Registration (OTR) details and valid Photo ID (unless Aadhaar-Based Authentication is used)
- Real-time captured photograph as per the online module’s specifications (no cap, mask, or spectacles; full-frontal view)
- Scanned signature in JPEG format, 10-20 KB, approx. 6.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height)
- Certificate of Disability (Annexure-I/IA/X-XII), for PwBD candidates seeking reservation or scribe facility
- Category/caste certificate, where applicable, as per prescribed format
Source: PDF, Pages 15-17
12. General Instructions
- Candidates may apply for more than one post/organisation if eligible, subject to fulfilling the respective Essential Qualification and appearing in the corresponding subject paper.
- Experience required for any post must have been acquired only after completing the requisite educational qualification; internship/training/research experience during the course of study does not count.
- Selected candidates must produce original mark-sheets/certificates at Document Verification before the User Department; failure will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Date of Birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary certificate will be treated as final; no subsequent change requests will be entertained.
- The Commission will not be responsible for failure to submit the application due to heavy website load near the closing date.
Source: PDF, Pages 4-5, 8, 16
13. Important Links
| Link | Where to Find / How to Navigate |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Direct PDF link on SSC’s Notice Board (ssc.gov.in) |
| Apply Online / One-Time Registration | ssc.gov.in — complete OTR first, then fill the Online Application Form |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in — visit For Candidates section for Tentative Vacancy and updates |
Source: PDF, Page 1
14. FAQs
What is SSC JE Recruitment 2026?
It is SSC’s Junior Engineer Examination 2026, held to recruit 1748 (tentative) Junior Engineers across 14 Central Government organisations, plus Scientific Assistants in the India Meteorological Department.
Source: PDF, Pages 1, 5
What is the last date to apply?
The online application can be submitted until 22-09-2026, 23:00 hrs. Fee payment closes a day later, on 23-09-2026, 23:00 hrs.
Source: PDF, Pages 1-2
How many total vacancies are there?
1748 vacancies (tentative). The post-wise and category-wise final break-up will be published separately on ssc.gov.in.
Source: PDF, Page 5
What is the application fee?
Rs. 100/-. Women candidates and those belonging to SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen categories are exempted from the fee.
Source: PDF, Page 15
What is the age limit?
Either up to 30 years or up to 32 years depending on the post, as on the crucial date of 01-08-2026, with age relaxation available for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government norms.
Source: PDF, Pages 8-9
What is the pay scale for SSC JE posts?
Level-6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs. 35,400 – 112,400), a Group ‘B’ post.
Source: PDF, Page 1
What is the exam pattern?
Two Computer Based papers: Paper-I (General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness and a subject-specific part, 200 marks, qualifying in nature) and Paper-II (subject-specific, 300 marks, counts for final merit). Negative marking of 0.25 marks (Paper-I) and 1 mark (Paper-II) per wrong answer applies.
Source: PDF, Pages 20-22
When will the exam be held?
Paper-I is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026 and Paper-II for December 2026.
Source: PDF, Page 1
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, subject to meeting the Essential Qualification for each post. There is also defined cross-eligibility between certain posts, e.g. JE (Mechanical) candidates are also eligible for JE (Electrical & Mechanical) — see the notes under the post-wise table.
Source: PDF, Page 4
Is there a correction window after submitting the form?
Yes, a Window for Online Application Form Correction is open from 28-09-2026 to 30-09-2026 (23:00 hrs), allowing corrections up to two times.
Source: PDF, Page 15
Do I need a pre-existing photograph to apply?
No. The Online Application Module captures a real-time photograph of the candidate during the application process itself; only the signature needs to be scanned and uploaded separately.
Source: PDF, Page 15