SSC JE Notification 2026 Out for 1748 Vacancies, Apply Online
SSC JE Notification 2026 has been released by the Staff Selection Commission for recruitment through the Junior Engineer Examination 2026. The recruitment carries 1,748 tentative vacancies for Junior Engineer posts in different departments and organisations, along with the Scientific Assistant post in the India Meteorological Department. The online application process was conducted from 2 September to 22 September 2026, followed by the prescribed online fee-payment and application correction windows.
A major update in the recruitment is the SSC JE Exam Date 2026. As per the latest SSC examination schedule, Paper-I is proposed to be conducted from 2 to 6 November 2026 in Computer-Based Examination mode. Paper-II continues to be scheduled for December 2026 as per the tentative recruitment schedule. Candidates who have successfully submitted their applications should now focus on Paper-I preparation and keep checking SSC updates for examination-related information.
The SSC JE recruitment includes Paper-I, Paper-II and Document Verification. Under the revised 2026 structure, Paper-I is qualifying in nature and is used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II, while Paper-II performance is considered for final merit.
The SSC JE Notification 2026 was issued for recruitment to technical Group B posts in various Central Government organisations. The notification covers Junior Engineer posts in different engineering disciplines along with Scientific Assistant in IMD. The total number of vacancies is 1,748 on a tentative basis.
The latest examination schedule has now provided the specific SSC JE Paper-I Exam Date 2026, replacing the earlier broader October/November tentative window. Paper-I is proposed to be conducted from 2 November to 6 November 2026.
The application stage has already been completed. The original application window closed on 22 September 2026, fee payment closed on 23 September, and the correction facility was available from 28 to 30 September 2026.
The SSC JE Paper-I Exam 2026 is proposed to be conducted from 2 to 6 November 2026 in Computer-Based Examination mode. Since the examination is scheduled over multiple days, candidates should check their candidate-specific examination details once the admission certificate and related information are made available.
The SSC examination schedule specifically lists the Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 – Paper-I (CBE) with proposed dates from 2nd to 6th November 2026.
Candidates should treat the date range as the overall examination window and follow the admission certificate for their individual date, shift, reporting time and centre.
The SSC JE Notification 2026 PDF contains the complete recruitment details issued by the Staff Selection Commission. It covers vacancies, educational qualification, age limit, experience requirements, application procedure, examination scheme, syllabus, reservation, document verification and other service conditions.
Candidates should retain the official notification for reference, particularly because educational qualifications and experience requirements vary across departments and posts.
The SSC JE recruitment is conducted for technical Group B posts in different Central Government organisations. The examination also covers the Scientific Assistant post in the India Meteorological Department.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer, Scientific Assistant |
| Vacancies | 1,748 Tentative |
| Notification Date | 2 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | 28 to 30 September 2026 |
| Paper-I Exam Date | 2 to 6 November 2026 |
| Paper-II | December 2026, Tentative |
| Qualification | Relevant Degree/Diploma, depending on post |
| Age Limit | Post-specific, generally up to 30/32 years |
| Selection Process | Paper-I → Paper-II → Document Verification |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
The vacancy figure remains tentative and can be revised according to the requirements reported by the participating organisations.
Candidates should keep the following SSC JE dates in mind:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| SSC JE Notification 2026 | 2 September 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 23 September 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 28 to 30 September 2026 |
| Paper-I Examination | 2 to 6 November 2026 |
| Paper-II Examination | December 2026, Tentative |
| Document Verification | To be notified after result |
The Paper-I dates are based on the latest SSC examination schedule, while Paper-II remains a tentative December 2026 schedule from the recruitment notification.
The SSC JE last date to apply 2026 was 22 September 2026 at 11:00 PM. The online fee-payment facility remained available up to 23 September 2026 at 11:00 PM, while the application correction window was available from 28 to 30 September 2026.
The application process and correction facility have now closed. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications should focus on the upcoming Paper-I examination.
| Application Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Submit Online Application | 22 September 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Pay Online Application Fee | 23 September 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Correct Application Form | 28 to 30 September 2026 |
The SSC JE Vacancy 2026 has been announced as 1,748 tentative vacancies. The recruitment includes Junior Engineer positions across various departments and technical disciplines, along with Scientific Assistant in IMD.
| Recruitment Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 1,748 |
| Vacancy Type | Tentative |
| Main Engineering Streams | Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and other notified technical streams |
| Additional Technical Posts | JE Telecom and Scientific Assistant in IMD |
| Final Vacancy Position | To be notified separately |
Candidates should not assume that all 1,748 vacancies belong to a single engineering branch. The actual vacancy distribution depends on the post, organisation and discipline.
SSC JE vacancies have varied across recruitment cycles depending on the requirements reported by participating organisations.
| Year | SSC JE Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 887 |
| 2022 | 2,798 |
| 2023 | 1,324 |
| 2024 | 1,701 |
| 2025 | 1,731 |
| 2026 | 1,748 (Tentative) |
For 2026, the vacancy figure is slightly higher than the 2025 figure, although the final vacancy position can still change.
The SSC JE Application Form 2026 was available through the SSC website from 2 September to 22 September 2026. Candidates were required to complete One-Time Registration on the new SSC portal before submitting the examination form.
The application stage has now closed. Candidates who submitted their forms should preserve the final application and payment confirmation for future reference.
The SSC JE 2026 recruitment covers Junior Engineer posts across various Central Government organisations and also includes newly introduced technical posts.
The recruitment covers organisations such as:
Educational qualification, age limit and experience requirements are not identical for every post, so candidates should check the relevant post-wise provisions.
The application process followed the steps below:
Step 1: Visit the official Staff Selection Commission website.
Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration on the new SSC portal.
Step 3: Log in using the registration credentials.
Step 4: Select the Junior Engineer Examination 2026.
Step 5: Enter personal, educational, category and other required information.
Step 6: Select the appropriate engineering or technical subject according to eligibility.
Step 7: Complete the photograph and signature requirements.
Step 8: Upload supporting documents wherever required.
Step 9: Preview the complete application.
Step 10: Pay the applicable examination fee.
Step 11: Submit the application.
Step 12: Save the final application and payment confirmation.
The SSC JE 2026 recruitment introduced several important changes compared with earlier recruitment structures.
Paper-I is qualifying in nature and is used to shortlist candidates for Paper-II. Under the revised structure, Paper-I marks are not used for preparing the final merit list.
The final merit is based on Paper-II performance, subject to the applicable recruitment conditions, post preference and document verification.
The 2026 recruitment includes:
The recruitment structure has therefore expanded to cover additional technical roles.
A subsequent addendum clarified the eligibility requirements for Scientific Assistant in IMD. Candidates applying through the specified technology-related degree route, including Computer Science, Computer Applications, Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Instrumentation, Information Technology, Telecommunication Engineering and Communication Engineering, must also have passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics.
This condition is important for candidates considering Scientific Assistant in IMD through the specified technology-degree route.
The SSC JE Eligibility Criteria 2026 vary depending on the post and organisation. Candidates must satisfy the applicable educational qualification, age limit, experience and other conditions.
The major eligibility requirements include:
Candidates should always compare their qualification with the exact post-wise requirement instead of relying only on the name of their engineering branch.
The SSC JE educational qualification 2026 differs from one organisation to another.
| Post/Organisation Type | Qualification Requirement |
|---|---|
| JE Civil | Degree or prescribed Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| JE Electrical | Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, depending on post |
| JE Mechanical | Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, depending on post |
| JE Electrical & Mechanical | Prescribed Electrical/Mechanical/Automobile qualification |
| JE Telecom | Prescribed degree in relevant engineering/technology disciplines |
| Scientific Assistant, IMD | Prescribed Science or technology/engineering qualification with applicable additional conditions |
Several Civil Engineering posts accept a degree in Civil Engineering, while certain organisations provide a diploma route with the prescribed post-qualification experience.
The qualification can be a relevant engineering degree or three-year diploma depending on the department, with experience requirements wherever prescribed.
The JE Telecom post requires the prescribed degree in Engineering or Technology in the notified disciplines. The recruitment includes technical areas such as Electronics, Communication, Computer Science, IT, Telecommunications and related disciplines.
Where experience is prescribed, candidates must satisfy the exact experience conditions against the concerned post.
The required experience generally needs to be acquired after obtaining the prescribed educational qualification.
Scientific Assistant in IMD has separate educational qualification provisions.
Candidates may qualify through a Science route involving Physics or through specified technology and engineering degree routes.
For candidates using the specified technology-degree route, the subsequent eligibility clarification requires Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics.
Candidates considering this post should carefully verify the qualification route applicable to their degree.
The SSC JE Age Limit 2026 varies according to the post and organisation. The crucial date for calculating age is 1 August 2026.
| Upper Age Limit | Date of Birth Range |
|---|---|
| Up to 30 years | 2 August 1996 to 1 August 2008 |
| Up to 32 years | 2 August 1994 to 1 August 2008 |
Candidates should check the exact upper-age limit against the specific post because the ceiling is not identical for all organisations.
| Category | 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 prescribed |
| Other specified categories | As per Government rules |
The date of birth entered in the application should match the candidate’s Matriculation or Secondary Examination Certificate.
Candidates must satisfy the nationality and citizenship conditions specified by SSC.
Eligible categories generally include:
Candidates who require a certificate of eligibility must satisfy the prescribed Government conditions.
The SSC JE application fee 2026 is ₹100 for candidates who are not covered under the exemption categories.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Other eligible candidates | ₹100 |
| Women | Nil |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The online fee-payment deadline was 23 September 2026.
The SSC JE application correction facility was available from 28 to 30 September 2026, up to the prescribed closing time.
Eligible candidates could make permitted corrections and resubmit the application up to two times.
| Correction Attempt | Charge |
|---|---|
| First Correction | ₹200 |
| Second Correction | ₹500 |
The correction facility has now closed.
The SSC JE Admit Card 2026 will be issued online for candidates whose applications are accepted for the examination.
Candidates should check the SSC website and concerned regional website for the admission certificate. The admit card will contain important candidate-specific information such as:
Candidates should rely on the latest admission certificate for their individual examination details.
SSC has provided examination centres under its regional offices. Candidates were required to select examination centres according to the instructions provided in the application form.
The examination regions include:
The Commission can add, cancel or modify centres according to administrative requirements.
The SSC JE Selection Process 2026 consists of:
Paper-I → Paper-II → Document Verification
Both Paper-I and Paper-II are Computer-Based Examinations. Paper-I is qualifying in nature and is used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II, while Paper-II performance is used for final merit.
| Stage | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | Qualifying and shortlisting |
| Paper-II | Determines final merit |
| Document Verification | Verification of eligibility and documents |
The selected engineering or technical subject depends on the candidate’s qualification and applicable post.
The SSC JE Exam Pattern 2026 consists of two Computer-Based Papers.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General Engineering/Technical Subject | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 2 hours.
Paper-I is qualifying in nature and is used to shortlist candidates for Paper-II.
Paper-II focuses on the engineering or technical subject selected by the candidate.
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-II | 100 | 300 | 2 hours |
Paper-II marks play the major role in final merit under the 2026 recruitment structure.
Negative marking applies to both papers.
| Paper | Negative Marking |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | 0.25 mark for each wrong answer |
| Paper-II | 1 mark for each wrong answer |
Candidates should maintain accuracy while attempting the technical questions, particularly in Paper-II where the penalty is higher.
| Post | Engineering/Technical Paper |
|---|---|
| JE Civil | General Engineering – Civil & Structural |
| JE Electrical | General Engineering – Electrical |
| JE Mechanical | General Engineering – Mechanical |
| Scientific Assistant, IMD | Computer Science & IT / Electronics & Telecommunication / Physics |
| JE Telecom | Telecommunication Engineering |
Candidates must select the subject corresponding to their educational qualification and eligible post.
The SSC JE examination provides certain calculation facilities on the computer screen.
These include:
Candidates should therefore become comfortable using the on-screen facilities instead of relying on a physical calculator during the examination.
The SSC JE Syllabus 2026 includes General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness and the relevant engineering or technical subject.
For Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, the engineering questions are broadly aligned with diploma-level concepts. For specified technical areas such as Computer Science and IT, Electronics and Telecommunication, Physics and Telecommunication, the standard is higher as prescribed for the relevant subject.
| Subject | Major Areas |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogy, similarities and differences, space visualisation, problem-solving, analysis, judgement, decision-making, visual memory, observation, relationship concepts, number series and non-verbal series |
| General Awareness | Current affairs, history, culture, geography, economic scene, general polity, scientific research, sports and important government schemes |
| Civil & Structural | Building materials, surveying, soil mechanics, hydraulics, irrigation, transportation, environmental engineering, RCC, steel design, estimating and construction management |
| Electrical | Basic concepts, circuit laws, magnetic circuits, AC fundamentals, measurements, machines, generation, transmission, distribution, utilisation and basic electronics |
| Mechanical | Theory of machines, engineering mechanics, strength of materials, thermodynamics, IC engines, refrigeration, fluid mechanics, machine design and production engineering |
| Telecom | Electronics, analogue and digital communication, telecommunication systems, transmission lines, antennas, optical fibre, mobile communication, networking and computer fundamentals |
Paper-II is based on the technical subject selected by the candidate.
| Post / Stream | Major Areas |
|---|---|
| JE Civil & Structural | Building materials, estimating, surveying, soil mechanics, hydraulics, transportation, environmental engineering, RCC and steel design |
| JE Electrical | Electrical concepts, circuit laws, measurements, machines, generation, transmission, distribution, estimation, utilisation and electronics |
| JE Mechanical | Engineering mechanics, strength of materials, theory of machines, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, machine design, production and automobile engineering |
| JE Telecom | Electronics, communication systems, analogue/digital communication, telecom networks, transmission lines, antennas, optical fibre and mobile communication |
| Scientific Assistant – CS & IT | Computer organisation, programming, data structures, operating systems, DBMS, networks, software engineering, cyber security and IT |
| Scientific Assistant – E&T | Electronic devices, analogue circuits, digital electronics, communication systems, microprocessors, control systems, microwave, antennas and optical communication |
| Scientific Assistant – Physics | Mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, electricity and magnetism, modern physics, semiconductor devices and instrumentation |
When SSC JE examinations are conducted in multiple shifts, the Commission applies its prescribed normalization procedure.
Normalization is used to account for differences in difficulty levels between different shifts and technical papers where applicable.
The normalized scores are used according to the recruitment rules for shortlisting and merit determination.
The prescribed minimum qualifying percentage is:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% |
| All Other Categories | 20% |
Candidates must satisfy the minimum qualifying requirement along with the applicable cut-off and shortlisting conditions.
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must produce original documents supporting their eligibility and other claims.
Important documents can include:
Candidates should ensure that the information entered in the application matches the original documents.
Candidates are required to submit their post and department preferences through the prescribed process.
Post preference is important because:
Eligible candidates with benchmark disabilities may receive facilities such as:
Eligible candidates must comply with the required documentation and authentication conditions.
The prescribed compensatory time is available to candidates eligible for the scribe facility according to SSC rules.
SSC has incorporated Aadhaar-based authentication provisions into the application system.
The application process also includes real-time photograph capture. Candidates should follow the instructions displayed during the photograph process.
The scanned signature must also satisfy the prescribed format, dimensions and file-size requirements.
Candidates appearing for Paper-I should carry the documents specified in their Admission Certificate and SSC instructions.
Important documents can include:
Accepted identity documents can include Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence, PAN Card, Passport, University/College/School ID and other valid photo IDs accepted by SSC.
The notified SSC JE posts carry All India Service Liability, subject to the applicable organisation and service conditions.
Selected candidates may therefore be required to serve anywhere in India depending on the requirements of the concerned organisation.
The SSC JE Salary 2026 is based on Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Junior Engineer |
| Group | Group B |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 |
| Pay Commission | 7th Central Pay Commission |
Actual monthly earnings will depend on applicable allowances, deductions and posting conditions.
The SSC JE Exam Date 2026 is now available through the latest SSC examination schedule. The Paper-I Computer-Based Examination is proposed from 2 to 6 November 2026.
| Examination | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | 2 to 6 November 2026 |
| Paper-II | December 2026, Tentative |
Candidates should prepare according to the Paper-I examination window and check their Admission Certificate for the individual examination date, shift, reporting time and centre details when issued.
The latest SSC schedule specifically lists Paper-I under the Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 with proposed dates from 2nd to 6th November 2026.
With the Paper-I examination scheduled for 2 to 6 November 2026, candidates should now focus on revision, previous-year questions and mock-test practice.
Paper-I is the first stage and is used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II. Candidates should strengthen General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness and their relevant engineering section.
Since Paper-II performance is considered for final merit, technical preparation should remain a major part of the study plan.
Previous-year questions help identify recurring concepts, important topics and the expected level of questions.
Candidates should analyse their mock tests instead of focusing only on the score.
Review:
The latest Paper-I window is 2 to 6 November 2026, so candidates should plan revision accordingly instead of following the earlier tentative October/November schedule.
Candidates targeting Scientific Assistant in IMD should verify whether their educational qualification satisfies the additional Physics and Mathematics at Class 12 level requirement applicable to the specified technology-degree route.
Candidates should remember:
The SSC JE Notification 2026 has been released for 1,748 tentative vacancies across Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant posts. The application process and correction window have been completed, and the major latest update is the SSC JE Paper-I Exam Date 2026, which is proposed to be conducted from 2 to 6 November 2026.
Candidates who have successfully applied should now focus on Paper-I preparation, technical revision, previous-year questions and mock tests. Paper-II remains tentatively scheduled for December 2026, and candidates should continue checking SSC updates for the detailed schedule and admission certificate.
The 2026 recruitment also brings important changes such as qualifying Paper-I, Paper-II-based final merit, the inclusion of JE Telecom and Scientific Assistant in IMD, and revised eligibility provisions for Scientific Assistant. Candidates should keep the official SSC notification and subsequent notices as the primary reference throughout the recruitment process.
For the latest SSC JE exam updates, preparation resources and mock tests, candidates can stay updated with PracticeMock and the official SSC website.
The SSC JE Notification 2026 was released on 2 September 2026 for the Junior Engineer Examination 2026, carrying 1,748 tentative vacancies.
The SSC JE Paper-I examination is proposed from 2 to 6 November 2026.
Paper-I of SSC JE 2026 is proposed to be conducted from 2 November to 6 November 2026 in Computer-Based Examination mode.
SSC JE Paper-II is tentatively scheduled for December 2026. The exact date will be communicated separately by SSC.
SSC has announced 1,748 tentative vacancies for Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant posts.
The last date to submit the SSC JE 2026 application was 22 September 2026 at 11:00 PM. The fee-payment deadline was 23 September 2026.
The SSC JE correction window was available from 28 to 30 September 2026.
SSC JE consists of two Computer-Based Papers. Paper-I carries 200 marks, while Paper-II carries 300 marks. Paper-I is qualifying and is used to shortlist candidates for Paper-II.
Yes. 0.25 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in Paper-I, while 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in Paper-II.
The SSC JE age limit depends on the post. Most posts have an upper age limit of 30 years, while selected posts have an upper age limit of 32 years.
SSC Junior Engineer posts carry Pay Level 6, with a pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.
The 2026 recruitment includes Junior Engineer Telecom and Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department, expanding the technical scope of the examination.
Candidates using the specified technology-degree route for Scientific Assistant in IMD must also satisfy the Class 12 Physics and Mathematics requirement introduced through the subsequent eligibility clarification.
Yes. Paper-I is qualifying in nature and is used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II. Paper-II performance is used for final merit under the revised recruitment structure.
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