The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC JE Notification 2026 on 2nd September 2026 (Today) on the official website at ssc.gov.in. A total of 1748 tentative vacancies are released through the official Notification PDF across Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) posts and Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The online application process has started on the official website at ssc.gov.in from 2 September 2026 & candidates can apply till the last date, 22 September 2026.
SSC JE 2026 Notification PDF
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Junior Engineer (JE) Examination for recruitment to engineering posts in different departments of the Central Government. The SSC JE 2026 recruitment provides an opportunity for eligible Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering candidates to get a government job. As per the recruitment details, candidates can apply online through the official SSC website. The selection process includes Paper-I and Paper-II. Candidates should check the official notification carefully before applying because eligibility conditions can be different for different departments.
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 — Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission |
| Post | (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) & Scientific Assistant (IMD) |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Vacancies | 1,748 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Examination |
| Paper-I | October/November 2026 |
| Paper-II | December 2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC JE Notification 2026: Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to the SSC JE 2026 Recruitment. Candidates should complete the application process before the last date. Applications submitted after the deadline may not be accepted.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 2 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 2 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 22 September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Correction Window | To be notified |
| Paper I (CBT) Exam Date | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Paper II (Descriptive) Exam Date | To be notified |
SSC JE Vacancy 2026
The reported SSC JE 2026 recruitment includes 1,748 tentative vacancies. The vacancies are available in different Central Government departments and organisations. The final number of vacancies may change depending on the requirements of the departments.
SSC JE Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Department/Organisation | Post |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Brahmaputra Board | JE Civil / JE Mechanical |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE Civil / Electrical & Mechanical |
| Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL) | JE Civil / Electrical |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | JE Telecom |
| Other Central Government Organisations | Various JE Posts |
SSC JE Eligibility Criteria 2026
The eligibility criteria depend on the post and department. Candidates must have the required engineering degree or diploma from a recognised institution. Some posts also require relevant work experience.
SSC JE Educational Qualification 2026
The basic qualification for SSC JE posts is generally a degree or diploma in the relevant engineering discipline.
| Post/Department | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| JE Civil | Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, as applicable |
| JE Electrical | Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, as applicable |
| JE Mechanical | Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, as applicable |
| JE Electrical & Mechanical | Relevant Engineering Degree/Diploma |
| JE Telecom | Degree in a relevant Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication/Computer-related discipline, as prescribed |
| Scientific Assistant, where applicable | Degree in the relevant science/engineering discipline |
Candidates should check the exact qualification mentioned against the post they want to apply for.
SSC JE Age Limit 2026
Age relaxation will be available to eligible reserved-category candidates as per Government of India rules.
| Post Age Limit | Candidate Birth Date Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age limit up to 30 years | Born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008 |
| Age limit up to 32 years | Born not earlier than 02.08.1994 and not later than 01.08.2008 |
SSC JE Age Relaxation 2026
| Category | Age Relaxation Beyond Upper Age 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 |
SSC JE Apply Online Link 2026
The SSC JE application form will be available online. Candidates need to complete the registration, fill in their personal and educational details, upload the required information, and pay the application fee, if applicable. Candidates who already have an SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) can use their existing registration details. The old registration system on the earlier SSC website should not be used for a new application.
How to Apply Online for SSC JE 2026?
Candidates can follow these simple steps to apply:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete the SSC One-Time Registration, if required.
- Log in using the registration details.
- Select the SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Select the preferred post and department.
- Upload the required documents.
- Complete the live photograph process as instructed.
- Upload the signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page.
SSC JE Application Fee 2026
The application fee for SSC JE is generally ₹100. Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen categories are exempt from paying the application fee, subject to the notification rules.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Other | ₹100 |
| Women | Nil |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
SSC JE Selection Process 2026
- Paper-I: Computer-Based Examination
- Paper-II: Engineering Subject Paper
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
- Final selection will be based on merit, vacancies and candidate preferences.
SSC JE Exam Pattern 2026
The SSC JE Exam Pattern is divided into two parts: SSC JE CBT 1 Exam Pattern & CBT 2 Exam Pattern. The detailed Exam pattern is given in the table below:
SSC JE Paper I Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject/Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 Hours |
| Section B | General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Section C | For JE (Civil): Part-A General Engineering (Civil & Structural) | 100 | 100 | |
| For JE (Electrical): Part-B General Engineering (Electrical) | ||||
| For JE (Mechanical): Part-C General Engineering (Mechanical) | ||||
| For SA in IMD: Part-D General Engineering (Computer Science & Information Technology) OR Part-E General Engineering (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) OR Part-F Physics | ||||
| For JTO (Telecom): Part-G Telecommunication |
SSC JE Paper II Exam Pattern
| Subject/Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| For JE (Civil): Part-A General Engineering (Civil & Structural) | 100 | 300 | 2 hours |
| For JE (Electrical): Part-B General Engineering (Electrical) | |||
| For JE (Mechanical): Part-C General Engineering (Mechanical) | |||
| For SA in IMD: Part-D General Engineering (Computer Science & IT) OR Part-E General Engineering (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) OR Part-F Physics | |||
| For JTO (Telecom): Part-G Telecommunication |
Documents Required for SSC JE Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep the required documents ready before filling out the application form.
Important documents may include:
- Aadhaar or other valid ID details
- Educational qualification details
- Engineering degree/diploma details
- Recent photograph/live photograph
- Scanned signature
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Experience certificate, wherever required
- Other documents mentioned in the notification
SSC JE Salary 2026
SSC JE posts come under Pay Level 6. The basic pay ranges from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.
| Salary Details | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |