The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially published the notification for the Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2026 to recruit 1,748 vacancies across prominent Central Government departments. Candidates holding a Diploma or Degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Telecommunication Engineering can submit their applications online via the official portal at ssc.gov.in.
Article Highlights & Quick Overview
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Recruiting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
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Exam Name: Junior Engineer Examination, 2026
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Total Vacancies: 1,748
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Pay Scale: Level-6 in the 7th CPC Matrix (₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400)
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Job Location: Across India (Central Government Posts)
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Official Website: ssc.gov.in
Official Schedule & Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | September 02, 2026 |
| Online Application Window | September 02 to September 22, 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | September 23, 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | September 28 to September 30, 2026 |
| Paper-I (CBT Stage 1) Exam Date | October / November 2026 |
| Paper-II (CBT Stage 2) Exam Date | December 2026 (Tentative) |
Department-Wise Recruiting Bodies
Selected candidates will be assigned to various central government technical organizations:
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Border Roads Organisation (BRO) (Male candidates only)
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Central Public Works Department (CPWD)
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Central Water Commission (CWC)
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Military Engineer Services (MES)
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Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
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Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS)
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Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA – Naval)
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Farakka Barrage Project (FBP)
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National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO)
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Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti
Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
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Civil Engineering Posts: 3-Year Diploma or B.E / B.Tech Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institute. (Note: For BRO and MES, candidates with a Diploma require 2 years of relevant work experience).
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Electrical Engineering Posts: 3-Year Diploma or B.E / B.Tech Degree in Electrical Engineering.
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Mechanical Engineering Posts: 3-Year Diploma or B.E / B.Tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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Telecom Posts: B.E / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, CS, IT, or Telecommunications.
Age Limit (As on 01-08-2026)
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Age Cut-off: Upper age limit is 30 Years for most departments and 32 Years for posts in CPWD.
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Relaxation Provisions:
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OBC: 3 Years
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SC / ST: 5 Years
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PwBD: 10 Years
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Selection Process & Scheme of Examination
The recruitment process involves two stages of computer-based examinations followed by Document Verification:
Stage 1: Paper-I (Objective CBT)
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Total Marks: 200 Marks | Total Questions: 200 Questions
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Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
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Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Part A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| Part B | General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Part C | General Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Telecom) | 100 | 100 |
Stage 2: Paper-II (Technical CBT)
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Total Marks: 300 Marks | Total Questions: 100 Questions
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Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
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Negative Marking: 1 mark per incorrect answer.
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Scope: Dedicated technical branch syllabus (Objective/Descriptive numerical problems).
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Allowed Equipment: Candidates can bring logarithmic/steam tables, slide rules, and non-programmable scientific calculators for Paper-II.
Pay Scale & Salary Structure
Candidates appointed as Junior Engineers receive salary under Pay Level-6 (7th CPC Pay Matrix):
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Basic Pay: ₹35,400/-
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Gross Salary Range: ₹1,00,000+ per month (including DA, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, and Medical Facilities based on city tier classification).
Application Fee
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General / OBC / EWS Category: ₹100/-
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SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen: Exempted (No Fee)
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Payment Modes: Online via Net Banking, BHIM UPI, Debit/Credit Cards.
How to Apply Online at ssc.gov.in
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Visit the SSC official portal: ssc.gov.in.
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Register on the new website using the One-Time Registration (OTR) system.
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Log in using your generated Registration Number and Password.
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Navigate to “Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) Examination 2026”.
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Fill in required academic details, address, and department preferences.
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Capture a live passport photo using your device camera and upload a clear signature image.
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Complete the online payment (if applicable), submit the form, and save the confirmation copy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can final-year diploma or B.Tech students apply for SSC JE 2026?
Ans: Yes, final-year students can apply, provided they acquire and possess their pass certificates/degrees on or before the crucial educational cutoff date specified in the official notification.
Q2. Is work experience mandatory for all departments?
Ans: No. B.E. / B.Tech degree holders do not require any work experience for any department. Diploma holders can also apply without experience for CPWD and CWC. However, diploma holders must have 2 years of relevant work experience for departments like BRO, MES, and DGQA.
Q3. Are women candidates exempted from paying the application fee?
Ans: Yes, all female candidates, along with SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates, are completely exempted from paying the ₹100 application fee.
Q4. Is there negative marking in both Paper-I and Paper-II?
Ans: Yes. Paper-I has a negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong response, while Paper-II carries a negative marking of 1.00 mark per incorrect answer.
Q5. Can female candidates apply for posts in the Border Roads Organisation (BRO)?
Ans: No. As per official SSC guidelines, posts in the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) are strictly reserved for male candidates due to specialized physical standards and field deployments. Female candidates can select CPWD, CWC, MES, and other participating bodies.
Q6. What is the One-Time Registration (OTR) requirement?
Ans: Candidates must complete their registration on the new portal ssc.gov.in. Registration credentials from the old portal (ssc.nic.in) are no longer valid.
Conclusion
The SSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 1,748 vacancies, making it a premier opportunity for engineering diploma and degree holders aiming for central government technical careers. With competitive compensation exceeding ₹1,00,000 per month (Level-6 Pay Matrix), structured career progression, and postings across top engineering departments, it remains one of India’s most sought-after exams.
Interested applicants are advised to complete their OTR and submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute portal traffic. Start your preparation early by focusing on technical fundamentals, previous year question trends, and online mock tests.