The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026. A total of 1,748 tentative vacancies have been announced for Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant posts in various Central Government organizations.
The SSC JE 2026 online application process has started on 2 September 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online up to 22 September 2026 at 11:00 PM through the official SSC website.
The recruitment includes posts such as Junior Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Electrical), Junior Engineer (Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Telecom) and Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Advertisement No. | HQ-C-3019/1/2026-C-3 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer & Scientific Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 1,748 Posts (Tentative) |
| Examination | Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2026 |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E, Diploma |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Start Date to Apply
02 September 2026
Last Date for Online Fee Payment
23 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
22 September 2026
Application Correction Window
28-30 September 2026
SSC JE Paper-I
October/November 2026 (Tentative)
SSC JE Paper-II
December 2026 (Tentative)
Candidates are advised to submit their applications before the last date instead of waiting until the final day.
SSC JE Vacancy 2026
SSC has announced 1,748 tentative vacancies for the 2026 Junior Engineer examination.
The vacancies are available across different Central Government organizations and departments. The recruitment covers several engineering disciplines, including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Mechanical and Telecom.
The final post-wise and category-wise vacancy details may be updated separately by SSC. Candidates should check the latest vacancy information published on the official SSC website before making their final post preferences.
Posts Included in SSC JE 2026
The recruitment includes the following posts:
- Junior Engineer (Civil)
- Junior Engineer (Electrical)
- Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
- Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical)
- Junior Engineer (Telecom)
- Scientific Assistant – India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Organizations Recruiting Through SSC JE 2026
Junior Engineer vacancies are available in various Central Government organizations, including:
| Organization | Posts |
|---|---|
| Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | JE Civil, JE Electrical & Mechanical |
| Brahmaputra Board | JE Civil |
| Central Water Commission | 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 | JE Electrical, JE Mechanical |
| Farakka Barrage Project | JE Civil, JE Electrical |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE Civil, JE Electrical & Mechanical |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | JE Civil |
| Directorate General of Lighthouses & Lightships | JE Civil, JE Electrical |
| Department of Telecommunications | JE Telecom |
| India Meteorological Department | Scientific Assistant |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying | JE Civil |
The eligibility requirements can vary between organizations. Candidates should therefore carefully check the post-wise requirements in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed nationality, educational qualification and age requirements for the post they wish to apply for.
Nationality
A candidate must generally be:
- A citizen of India or
- A subject of Nepal or
- A subject of Bhutan or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the post and organization.
Junior Engineer – Civil
Candidates generally need a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution. Certain organizations may also require relevant work experience for diploma holders.
Junior Engineer – Electrical
Candidates need the prescribed degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, depending on the organization.
Junior Engineer – Mechanical
Candidates need the prescribed degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, with additional experience requirements applicable to certain organizations.
Junior Engineer – Electrical & Mechanical
Candidates must possess the engineering qualification specified by the concerned organization.
Junior Engineer – Telecom
Candidates may be eligible with a bachelor’s degree in engineering or technology in disciplines such as:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Electrical Communications
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Computer Science
- Telecommunications
- Information Technology
- Instrumentation
Scientific Assistant – IMD
Candidates must have the prescribed bachelor’s degree qualification with Physics or the specified Computer Science, Electronics, Information Technology, Instrumentation or related engineering background, as applicable under the notification.
Important: Educational qualifications are not identical for every organization. Candidates should check the exact post-wise qualification in the official SSC JE notification before applying.
SSC JE Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 1 August 2026.
For posts with an upper age limit of 30 years, candidates should generally have been born between 2 August 1996 and 1 August 2008.
For posts with an upper age limit of 32 years, candidates should generally have been born between 2 August 1994 and 1 August 2008.
The applicable upper age limit depends on the organization and post.
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved and other categories according to Government of India rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per SSC rules |
| Defence Personnel Disabled in Operations | As per SSC rules |
Candidates should check the notification for the complete conditions applicable to their category.
SSC JE Application Fee 2026
The application fee for SSC JE 2026 is ₹100 for eligible male candidates belonging to the General/UR, OBC or EWS categories.
The following candidates are exempted from paying the application fee:
- Women candidates
- SC candidates
- ST candidates
- PwBD candidates
- Eligible Ex-Servicemen
The fee can be paid online using the payment methods specified by SSC.
SSC JE Salary 2026
SSC JE posts are generally placed in Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
The pay scale is:
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Selected candidates may also receive applicable allowances such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance according to Government rules and the organization of posting.
The actual monthly salary will depend on the place of posting and applicable allowances.
Last date for online fee payment: 23 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
SSC JE Selection Process 2026
The SSC JE selection process consists of the following stages:
01. Paper-I
Paper-I is a Computer Based Examination consisting of:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General Engineering | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
The examination duration is 2 hours. Eligible candidates requiring a scribe receive the applicable additional time.
There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I.
02. Paper-II
Candidates shortlisted from Paper-I appear for Paper-II.
Paper-II focuses on the relevant engineering or technical subject and carries 300 marks.
There is negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Paper-II.
03. Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted for appointment must produce the required original documents, including educational qualification, age, category and other applicable certificates.
04. Physical Standards and Medical Examination
Physical standards and medical requirements may apply to specific posts and organizations, including posts under the Border Roads Organisation.
Candidates should check the relevant requirements before selecting such posts.
SSC JE Exam Pattern 2026
Both papers are objective-type examinations.
The main structure is:
- Paper-I: 200 questions, 200 marks
- Paper-II: 100 questions, 300 marks
- Paper-I includes General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness and General Engineering.
- Paper-II focuses on the relevant engineering discipline.
- Questions are provided in Hindi and English, except where otherwise specified.
- Negative marking applies in both papers.
How to Apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you do not already have a valid registration on the new SSC website.
- Log in using your registration details.
- Select the SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required information.
- Select the appropriate post, organization and engineering stream.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature, or complete the applicable Aadhaar-based authentication process.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully check all details before submitting the application.
- Submit the application form and save a copy for future reference.
Documents Required for SSC JE Application
Candidates should keep the required information and documents ready before starting the application process. Depending on the application requirements, this may include:
- Personal details
- Educational qualification details
- Valid mobile number and email address
- Photograph and signature
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Experience details, where required
- Other documents specified by SSC
Candidates should ensure that all information entered in the application form is correct.
Important: Candidates should carefully select their organization, post and subject/stream because these choices may not be changeable after submission.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | View & Download |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
SSC has announced 1,748 tentative vacancies for the SSC JE 2026 recruitment.
The last date to submit the SSC JE 2026 online application is 22 September 2026 at 11:00 PM.
The application fee is ₹100 for eligible male candidates who are required to pay the fee. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted.
The upper age limit is generally 30 or 32 years, depending on the post and organization. The age is calculated as on 1 August 2026.
The selection process includes Paper-I, Paper-II and Document Verification. Physical standards and medical examination are applicable to certain posts.
