SSC Junior Engineer Exam Dates and Recruitment Details 2026
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the examination dates for the Junior Engineer (JE) recruitment in 2026. This recruitment drive offers a total of 1748 vacancies across various government departments.
Applications were accepted online from September 2 to September 22, 2026. The Computer Based Test (CBT) for Paper I is scheduled between November 2 and November 6, 2026, while Paper II will be conducted in December 2026. Admit cards will be issued prior to the exams.
Key Dates to Remember
- Application Start Date: 02 September 2026
- Application End Date: 22 September 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 23 September 2026
- Online Application Correction Window: 28–30 September 2026
- Exam Dates - Paper I: 02–06 November 2026
- Exam Date - Paper II: December 2026
- Admit Card Release: Before the exam dates
Application Fees
- General, EWS, OBC candidates: Rs. 100/-
- SC, ST candidates: No fee
- All female candidates: No fee
- Correction Fees: Rs. 200/- for first correction, Rs. 500/- for second correction
Payments can be made via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online modes.
Age Criteria
Age limits vary by post, with a maximum age ranging from 30 to 32 years as of August 1, 2026. Age relaxations are applicable as per SSC rules.
Vacancy Breakdown
A total of 1748 Junior Engineer positions are available. The vacancies are distributed across multiple departments and engineering disciplines.
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | 1748 |
Department and Trade Wise Vacancy Details
| Department | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Border Roads Organization (Male candidates only) | JE (Civil) | — |
| Border Roads Organization (Male candidates only) | JE (Electrical) | — |
| Border Roads Organization (Male candidates only) | JE (Mechanical) | — |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | — |
| Central Water Commission | JE (Mechanical) | — |
| Central Water Commission | JE (Civil) | — |
| Central Public Works Department | JE (Electrical) | — |
| Central Public Works Department | JE (Civil) | — |
| Central Water Power Research Station | JE (Civil) | — |
| Central Water Power Research Station | JE (Electrical) | — |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | JE (Electrical) | — |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | JE (Mechanical) | — |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | — |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Electrical) | — |
| Military Engineer Service (MES) | JE (Civil) | — |
| Military Engineer Service (MES) | JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | — |
| National Technical Research Organization (NTRO) | JE (Civil) | — |
| Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways | JE (Civil) | — |
| Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways | JE (Electrical) | — |
| Department of Telecommunication (DoT) | JE (Telecom) | — |
| India Meteorological Department | Scientific Assistant | — |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying | JE (Civil) | — |
Educational Qualifications Required
Eligibility varies by department and post. Candidates generally need a BE/B.Tech degree or a three-year diploma in the relevant engineering discipline. Some departments require additional experience or specific qualifications.
| Department | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Border Road Organization (BRO) | BE/B.Tech in related trade or Diploma with 2 years experience |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | Three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| Central Water Commission (CWC) | Engineering Degree or Diploma in related trade |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | Engineering Diploma in related trade |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | Degree in Mechanical Engineering |
| Farakka Barrage Project | Engineering Diploma in related trade |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | Degree or Diploma in related trade with 2 years experience |
| National Technical Research Organization (NTRO) | Engineering Diploma in related trade |
| Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships | Engineering Degree or Diploma in related trade |
| Department of Telecommunication (DoT) | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electrical, Electronics, Telecom, Computer Science, IT or Instrumentation |
| India Meteorological Department | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics as a subject |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying | Degree or three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering |
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their forms online via the official SSC portal at ssc.gov.in. The application window closes on September 22, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully review the official notification before applying to ensure eligibility.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (Tier-I and Tier-II)
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List Preparation
Important Links
- Check Paper-I Exam Date Notice: Click Here
- Apply Online Registration: Registration | Login
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When did the online application start?
A: September 2, 2026.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: September 22, 2026.
Q: What is the age limit?
A: Maximum age varies between 30 and 32 years depending on the post, as per SSC rules.
Q: What qualifications are required?
A: Graduation or diploma in relevant engineering disciplines as specified in the official notification.
Q: How to apply?
A: Applications must be submitted online at the SSC official website.
Q: How to download results?
A: Results will be available on the official SSC website; candidates can download them using their registration number or roll number and date of birth.
Q: What is the official SSC website?
A: https://ssc.gov.in/
