Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1,748 Posts

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for the Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Telecom) and Scientific Assistant Examination, 2026.

This nationwide technical recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible engineering graduates and diploma holders to fill approximately 1,748 tentative vacancies across various ministries, departments, and organizations under the Government of India. The online application window is live from 2nd September 2026, and candidates can submit their applications online up to 22nd September 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Examination, 2026
Total Openings	1,748 Vacancies (Tentative)
Job Classification	Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted) Technical Posts
Application Mode	Online Only (via new SSC portal)
Online Application Start Date	2nd September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	22nd September 2026 (up to 23:00 Hours)
Official Website Portal	ssc.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	2nd September 2026
Commencement of Online Application	2nd September 2026
Closing Date for Online Applications	22nd September 2026
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	23rd September 2026
Application Correction Window	28th September to 30th September 2026
Tier-1 Computer-Based Exam Date	October / November 2026 (Tentative)
Tier-2 Computer-Based Exam Date	December 2026 (Tentative)

Participating Organizations & Major Vacancy Distribution

The 1,748 vacancies are distributed across key central engineering departments and technical wings:

• Border Roads Organisation (BRO): Junior Engineer (Civil & Electrical/Mechanical)
• Central Water Commission (CWC): Junior Engineer (Civil & Mechanical)
• Central Public Works Department (CPWD): Junior Engineer (Civil & Electrical)
• Military Engineer Services (MES): Junior Engineer (Civil & Electrical/Mechanical)
• Central Water and Power Research Station: JE (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical)
• Farakka Barrage Project (Ministry of Jal Shakti): JE (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)
• DGQA-Naval (Ministry of Defence): Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical)
• India Meteorological Department (IMD): Scientific Assistant
• Department of Telecommunications (DoT): Junior Engineer (Telecom)

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on Reference Date)

• General Post Upper Age Limit: Up to 30 years for most departments.
• Extended Age Limit: Up to 32 years for specific departments like CPWD and DGLL.
• Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and as per rules for Ex-Servicemen.

2. Educational Qualifications (Post-Wise)

• Junior Engineer (Civil): Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute; OR 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering plus 2 years of professional working experience in planning, execution, and maintenance.
• Junior Engineer (Electrical / Mechanical): Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; OR 3-year Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Automobile Engineering plus 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Junior Engineer (Telecom): B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent in relevant telecom engineering disciplines.
• Scientific Assistant (IMD): Bachelor’s Degree in Science (with Physics as one of the subjects) or Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics or diploma in relevant engineering.

Salary Scale & Emoluments

• Pay Scale: Level-6 under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix.
• Basic Pay Structure: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400/- per month.
• Estimated In-Hand Salary: Approximately ₹44,000 to ₹52,000/- per month, inclusive of Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowances based on city classification.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern Structure

The recruitment comprises a two-tier Computer-Based Examination (CBE) followed by Document Verification:

Paper-I (Computer-Based Objective Test)

• General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Questions | 50 Marks
• General Awareness: 50 Questions | 50 Marks
• Part-A, B, or C (General Engineering – Civil/Electrical/Mechanical): 100 Questions | 100 Marks
• Total Duration: 2 Hours (Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for every wrong answer).

Paper-Ii (Subject-Specific Written / CBT Exam)

• Detailed technical paper matching the chosen engineering discipline (100 Questions, 300 Marks, 2 Hours duration).

Application Fee Structure

• General, OBC, and EWS Candidates: ₹100/-
• SC, ST, PwBD, and Female Candidates: Nil (Fully exempted from application fees)

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Website: Access the updated official portal at ssc.gov.in.
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): First-time users must complete the mandatory OTR process on the new portal using personal data, valid ID proofs, and contact details. (Note: OTR credentials from the older ssc.nic.in portal are invalid).
3. Log Into Candidate Portal: Log in using your generated Registration Number and Password.
4. Access Application Link: Under the “Live Examination” dashboard, select the “Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Telecom) Examination, 2026”.
5. Fill Form Details: Input accurate educational qualifications, preferred examination centers, and discipline choices.
6. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload your recent passport-size photograph (in designated dimensions with clear background) and scanned signature.
7. Pay Application Fee: Remit the ₹100 fee online via UPI, net banking, or debit/credit cards (if applicable).
8. Final Submission & Print: Preview all fields carefully, submit the form online, and save a confirmation printout for future reference.

🔗 SSC Official Website Portal Link

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online for SSC JE 2026

📄 Download SSC JE 2026 Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for SSC JE Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application portal closes on 22nd September 2026 at 23:00 hours.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under the SSC JE 2026 notification?

A: A tentative total of 1,748 vacancies have been notified across multiple central departments.

Q3: Is One-Time Registration (OTR) mandatory on the new portal?

A: Yes, completing a fresh OTR on the updated website (ssc.gov.in) is mandatory before filling out the application form. Registrations from the old portal are invalid.

Q4: What is the educational qualification required for SSC JE Civil posts?

A: Candidates require a Degree in Civil Engineering or a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering along with 2 years of practical working experience.

Q5: What is the application fee for female candidates?

A: Female candidates, along with SC, ST, and PwBD applicants, are completely exempted from paying the application fee.