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SSC JE 2026 Notification Out: 1748 Vacancies, Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Date, Syllabus & More
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Junior Engineer Examination 2026. The examination is being conducted for recruitment to various Junior Engineer posts in Government of India organizations and offices. The notification also includes the recruitment of Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
According to the official notification, a total of 1,748 tentative vacancies have been announced. The posts included in the examination are Group 'B' posts in Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with the pay scale of ā¹35,400āā¹1,12,400.
- Total Tentative Vacancies: 1,748
- Application Start Date: September 2, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: September 22, 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: September 23, 2026
- Application Correction Window: September 28 to September 30, 2026
- Paper-I: October/November 2026 (Tentative)
- Paper-II: December 2026 (Tentative)
- Pay Level: Level-6
- Pay Scale: ā¹35,400āā¹1,12,400
Table of Contents
- SSC JE 2026 Overview
- SSC JE 2026 Important Dates
- SSC JE 2026 Vacancy
- Posts and Organizations
- SSC JE Salary
- SSC JE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit and Age Relaxation
- Application Fee
- How to Apply for SSC JE 2026
- SSC JE 2026 Exam Pattern
- SSC JE 2026 Syllabus
- SSC JE 2026 Selection Process
- Documents Required
- Important Instructions
- Frequently Asked Questions
SSC JE 2026 Overview
SSC JE is a national-level recruitment examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for Junior Engineer positions in various departments and organizations of the Government of India.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post | Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant in IMD |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 1,748 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Pay Scale | ā¹35,400āā¹1,12,400 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Examination |
| Paper-I | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Paper-II | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC JE 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should carefully note the application and examination-related dates mentioned in the official SSC JE 2026 notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release / Application Start | September 2, 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | September 22, 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | September 23, 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| Application Correction Window | September 28 to September 30, 2026 up to 11:00 PM |
| SSC JE Paper-I | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
| SSC JE Paper-II | December 2026 (Tentative) |
SSC JE 2026 Vacancy
SSC has announced 1,748 tentative vacancies for the Junior Engineer Examination 2026. The vacancies are distributed among different Government of India organizations and offices.
The notification states that the tentative/final vacancies, including post-wise and category-wise vacancies, will be made available on the SSC website under the For Candidates ā Tentative Vacancy section.
The vacancy figure is tentative. Candidates should check the SSC website for subsequent vacancy updates and final post-wise/category-wise vacancy details.
SSC JE 2026 Posts and Organizations
The SSC JE 2026 examination covers Junior Engineer positions in several Central Government organizations. The notification also includes the post of Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department.
| Organization | Post / Discipline |
|---|---|
| Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | JE Civil, JE Electrical & Mechanical |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE Civil |
| Central Water Commission (CWC) | JE Civil, JE Mechanical |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE Civil, JE Electrical |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | JE Civil, JE Electrical |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | JE Mechanical, JE Electrical |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE Civil, JE Electrical |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE Civil, JE Electrical & Mechanical |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | JE Civil |
| Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships | JE Civil, JE Electrical |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | JE Telecom |
| India Meteorological Department (IMD) | Scientific Assistant |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying | JE Civil |
SSC JE 2026 Salary
The posts covered under the SSC JE 2026 examination are Group 'B' posts in Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Pay Scale | ā¹35,400āā¹1,12,400 |
| Pay Commission | 7th Central Pay Commission |
Actual salary and allowances can vary depending on the post, organization, place of posting and applicable Government rules.
SSC JE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification, age and other eligibility conditions mentioned for the specific post.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification varies according to the organization and post. Candidates may be required to possess a degree or diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university, institute or board.
| Post / Discipline | General Qualification Requirement |
|---|---|
| JE Civil | Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, depending on the organization/post. |
| JE Electrical | Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, depending on the organization/post. |
| JE Mechanical | Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, depending on the organization/post. |
| JE Electrical & Mechanical | Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering along with prescribed experience wherever applicable. |
| JE Telecom | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in specified disciplines such as Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Technology, Instrumentation, etc. |
| Scientific Assistant, IMD | Bachelor's Degree in Science with Physics as one of the subjects OR specified Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics Telecommunication Engineering, Instrumentation, Information Technology, Telecommunication Engineering or Communication Engineering. |
Experience Requirement
Certain posts require relevant work experience along with a diploma or degree. Where experience is prescribed, the notification specifies that such experience must have been acquired after completion of the requisite educational qualification.
Internship, training or research experience obtained during the course of acquiring the educational qualification is not counted as the prescribed experience for posts where experience is required.
SSC JE 2026 Age Limit
The crucial date for determining age is August 1, 2026. The age limit depends on the particular post and organization.
| Age Limit | Date of Birth Requirement |
|---|---|
| Up to 30 years | Born not earlier than August 2, 1996 and not later than August 1, 2008 |
| Up to 32 years | Born not earlier than August 2, 1994 and not later than August 1, 2008 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD ā UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD ā OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD ā SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age, as applicable |
Nationality / Citizenship
A candidate must satisfy the nationality/citizenship conditions prescribed in the SSC JE 2026 notification. The notification permits eligible citizens of India and certain specified categories of subjects/persons, subject to the prescribed Government of India eligibility certificate requirements where applicable.
Special Requirement for BRO
SSC JE 2026 Application Fee
The application fee for SSC JE 2026 is ā¹100.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other applicable candidates | ā¹100 |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
| SC Candidates | Exempted |
| ST Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
The fee can be paid through online payment methods including BHIM UPI, Net Banking and eligible debit card payment modes.
SSC JE Application Correction Charges
| Correction | Charges |
|---|---|
| First correction and resubmission | ā¹200 |
| Second correction and resubmission | ā¹500 |
The correction charges are applicable to all candidates irrespective of gender or category.
How to Apply for SSC JE 2026?
Candidates can submit the SSC JE 2026 application form online through the official SSC website. The Commission also permits application through the mySSC mobile application.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
- Complete the required One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website.
- Log in using your Registration Number and password.
- Go to the Live Examination section and select Junior Engineer Examination, 2026.
- Select the applicable Junior Engineer/Scientific Assistant post and qualifying educational qualification.
- Enter the required educational, personal and other details.
- Select the applicable examination subject/stream carefully.
- Complete the live photograph and signature requirements as applicable.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Preview the complete application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
SSC JE 2026 Exam Pattern
The SSC JE 2026 Computer Based Examination consists of two papers: Paper-I and Paper-II.
SSC JE Paper-I
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General Engineering / Relevant Subject | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
The duration of Paper-I is 2 hours. Candidates eligible for the prescribed scribe facility are provided 2 hours 40 minutes.
SSC JE Paper-II
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-II | Relevant Engineering / Technical Subject | 100 | 300 | 2 Hours |
Candidates eligible for the prescribed scribe facility receive 2 hours 40 minutes for Paper-II as well.
Negative Marking
| Paper | Negative Marking |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | 0.25 marks for each wrong answer |
| Paper-II | 1 mark for each wrong answer |
SSC JE 2026 Engineering Subjects
| Post / Stream | Subject |
|---|---|
| JE Civil | Part-A: General Engineering (Civil & Structural) |
| JE Electrical | Part-B: General Engineering (Electrical) |
| JE Mechanical | Part-C: General Engineering (Mechanical) |
| Scientific Assistant ā IMD | Part-D CS/IT OR Part-E Electronics & Telecommunication OR Part-F Physics |
| JE Telecom | Part-G: Telecommunication |
SSC JE 2026 Syllabus
General Intelligence & Reasoning
The Reasoning section includes verbal and non-verbal reasoning topics such as analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, decision-making, visual memory, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, classification, number series and analytical functions.
General Awareness
General Awareness covers current events and general awareness of the environment around the candidate and its application to society. Questions may relate to India and neighbouring countries, particularly History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity and Scientific Research.
General Engineering ā Civil
Major areas include:
General Engineering ā Electrical
General Engineering ā Mechanical
Computer Science & Information Technology
The official syllabus for the Computer Science and Information Technology stream includes the following major areas:
The detailed CS/IT syllabus includes topics such as propositional and first-order logic, graphs, combinatorics, matrices, eigenvalues, probability distributions, Boolean algebra, machine instructions, memory hierarchy, C programming, recursion, trees, graphs, sorting, hashing, dynamic programming, finite automata, Turing machines, parsing, processes, threads, deadlocks, scheduling, virtual memory, SQL, normalization, indexing, transactions, TCP/IP, routing, IP addressing, TCP, UDP, DNS, HTTP and other networking concepts.
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
The syllabus covers electronic components, diodes, transistors, amplifiers, oscillators, AC circuits, three-phase circuits, digital electronics, modulation, antennas, radio wave propagation, pulse modulation, multiplexing, digital communication and wireless telecommunications.
Physics
The Physics syllabus includes mathematical methods, mechanics, properties of matter, oscillations, waves, optics, electricity, magnetism, kinetic theory, thermodynamics, modern physics, solid state physics, semiconductor devices and analog and digital electronics.
Telecommunication Engineering
Major topics include Engineering Mathematics, Network Analysis, Signals and Systems, Electronic Devices, Analog Circuits, Digital Circuits, Control Systems, Analog Communications, Digital Communications and Electromagnetics.
SSC JE 2026 Selection Process
The SSC JE 2026 selection process consists of two Computer-Based Examination papers followed by the subsequent stages prescribed by the Commission and the concerned User Department.
- Paper-I ā Computer Based Examination
- Paper-II ā Computer Based Examination
- Final merit and allocation based on Paper-II performance and post/organization preference
- Document Verification by the concerned User Department
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC / EWS | 25% |
| All Other Categories | 20% |
Paper-I is qualifying in nature. Candidates are shortlisted for Paper-II based on normalized Paper-I marks and the prescribed qualifying requirements. Final selection and allocation of posts/organizations/offices is based on performance in Paper-II along with the post and organization preferences exercised by the candidate.
Documents Required for SSC JE
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification may be required to produce original documents and their copies, including:
- Matriculation / Secondary Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Experience Certificate, wherever applicable
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS Category Certificate, wherever applicable
- PwBD/PwD Certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Servicemen-related documents, wherever applicable
- Documents supporting age relaxation, wherever applicable
- No Objection Certificate for candidates already employed in Government/Government undertakings, where applicable
- Any other document specified by the Commission/User Department
Important Instructions for SSC JE 2026 Candidates
- Complete the application before the closing date rather than waiting for the last few hours.
- Verify educational qualification and experience requirements for the exact post before applying.
- Select the examination subject/stream carefully because the selected subject cannot subsequently be changed.
- Check the photograph and signature requirements carefully.
- Candidates should keep a copy of the submitted application form and payment details.
- Candidates should regularly check the official SSC website for examination city, admission certificate, answer key, result and other updates.
- Candidates applying for BRO posts should carefully check the prescribed physical and medical standards before giving their post preference.
- Candidates should ensure that all claims made in the application can be supported by valid documents at the time of Document Verification.
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SSC JE 2026: Conclusion
The SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 provides recruitment opportunities across multiple Central Government organizations for eligible engineering candidates. With 1,748 tentative vacancies, the examination includes two Computer-Based Examination papers covering General Intelligence, General Awareness and the relevant technical subject.
Candidates interested in SSC JE 2026 should carefully read the official notification, verify the eligibility requirements for their preferred post, complete the application within the prescribed deadline and keep checking the official SSC website for further updates regarding the examination.
Always refer to the official SSC notification for the latest and legally applicable information regarding vacancies, eligibility, examination dates, selection, document verification and post allocation.
Disclaimer: This article is prepared for informational and educational purposes based on the SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 official notification. Candidates should verify all details from the latest notification and updates published by the Staff Selection Commission.