SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 1,748 Junior Engineer Posts

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,748 Junior Engineer posts. The online application process will be conducted from 02 September 2026 to 22 September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website.

This recruitment drive covers Junior Engineer posts in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Mechanical, and Telecom disciplines across various Central Government departments, along with the post of Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Candidates who hold a Diploma or Degree in the relevant engineering discipline and meet the prescribed age criteria can check the complete details below, including important dates, vacancy break-up, eligibility conditions, application fee, selection process, salary structure, exam pattern and the step-by-step application procedure.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview

SSC JE 2026 Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the following key dates related to the SSC JE Recruitment 2026 application process and examination schedule:

Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official SSC website for updates regarding the correction window, admit card release and any change in the examination schedule.

SSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Direct link to apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026

SSC JE 2026 Vacancy Details

SSC has notified a total of 1,748 vacancies (tentative) for the Junior Engineer Examination 2026. The vacancies are distributed across various Central Government departments and organizations, including CPWD, MES, BRO, Central Water Commission, DGQA, DGLL and others. The examination also includes vacancies for Scientific Assistant in the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Note: SSC has clarified that the vacancy count of 1,748 is tentative and subject to change. The final post-wise, category-wise and department-wise vacancy distribution will be published separately by SSC. SSC does not release a State-wise or Zone-wise vacancy breakup; candidates are advised to contact the concerned user department for post-specific queries.

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SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility conditions to apply for the SSC JE Recruitment 2026. The educational qualification varies as per the post and the department.

Educational Qualification

• Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Electrical & Mechanical/Telecom): Diploma or Degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university or institute.
• Some departments, such as BRO and Military Engineer Services, require candidates with a Diploma qualification to additionally possess two years of relevant work experience.
• Scientific Assistant (IMD): Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics as one of the subjects, OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Instrumentation, Information Technology, Telecommunication Engineering, or Communication Engineering.
• Final-year or appearing candidates may apply, provided they acquire the required qualification on or before the cut-off date specified in the official notification.

Nationality

• A candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or a person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries, subject to eligibility certification by the Government of India.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The age limit for SSC JE Recruitment 2026 varies according to the post and the recruiting department. The crucial date for age calculation is 01 August 2026.

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation
• OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation
• PwBD candidates: 10 to 15 years relaxation, depending on category
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years relaxation after deduction of military service rendered from the actual age, as per applicable rules
• Other categories, including certain defence personnel disabled during operations, receive relaxation as prescribed by Government norms

Candidates seeking reservation or age relaxation benefits must possess a valid category certificate issued by the competent authority. The date of birth entered in the application form must match the record in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate.

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SSC JE 2026 Application Fee

The application fee can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa, MasterCard, Maestro and RuPay Debit Cards. The last date for successful fee payment is 23 September 2026, up to 11:00 PM.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection of candidates for SSC JE Recruitment 2026 will be based on the following stages:

• Paper-I: Computer-Based Examination (CBE) – Qualifying in nature; marks will not be counted towards the final merit list.
• Paper-II: Computer-Based Examination (CBE) – Marks obtained will be considered for preparation of the final merit list.
• Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted on the basis of Paper-II performance will be called for verification of original documents and certificates.
• Medical Examination: Applicable for specific posts/departments such as BRO, where candidates must also qualify the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and meet prescribed physical/medical standards.

Final selection and allocation of posts will depend on the candidate’s merit position, category, post preference and the number of vacancies notified by the concerned department.

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SSC JE 2026 Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be appointed as Junior Engineer / Scientific Assistant in Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted) posts under Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.

SSC JE 2026 Exam Pattern

The SSC JE 2026 Examination will be conducted in two stages – Paper-I and Paper-II, both in Computer-Based Examination (CBE) mode.

Paper-I (200 Marks)

Paper-I carries negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Paper-I is qualifying in nature as per the SSC JE 2026 notification, and marks scored will not be added to the final merit.

Paper-II (300 Marks)

Paper-II is a descriptive/objective paper (as specified in the official notification) covering the relevant engineering discipline in greater depth. Marks obtained in Paper-II will be used for preparing the final merit list. A separate pattern has been notified for the newly introduced Junior Engineer (Telecom) and Scientific Assistant (IMD) posts.

How to Apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026

Candidates can follow the steps below to submit their online application for SSC JE Recruitment 2026:

• Visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, or use the mySSC mobile application.
• Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered on the new SSC portal.
• Log in using your registered credentials and navigate to the ‘Junior Engineer Examination, 2026’ application link.
• Fill in the online application form with personal, educational and contact details carefully.
• Select the organization/post and the relevant technical subject (Part-A to Part-G) as per your educational qualification; this choice cannot be changed later.
• Candidates opting for Aadhaar-Based Authentication during OTR are not required to separately upload a photograph/signature meeting standard specifications.
• Candidates not opting for Aadhaar authentication must capture a live photograph within the application module and upload a scanned signature (JPEG format, 10-20 KB).
• Upload other required documents/certificates as specified in the notification.
• Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment modes.
• Review the filled application form carefully and submit it before the last date.
• Download and save a copy of the submitted application form/confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required for SSC JE 2026 Application

• Recent passport-size photograph (as per specified format, if not using Aadhaar authentication)
• Scanned signature in JPEG format
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (Diploma/Degree)
• Date of birth proof (Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
• Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable
• Work experience certificate, wherever mandated for the post
• Valid ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)
• Active mobile number and email ID for registration and future communication

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How many vacancies have been announced under SSC JE Recruitment 2026?

A: SSC has announced a total of 1,748 tentative vacancies for Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant posts under the SSC JE Recruitment 2026.

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

A: The last date to submit the online application form is 22 September 2026, up to 11:00 PM.

Q: What is the last date for SSC JE 2026 application fee payment?

A: Candidates can pay the application fee up to 23 September 2026, up to 11:00 PM.

Q: What is the application fee for SSC JE Recruitment 2026?

A: The application fee is Rs. 100/- for General, OBC and EWS male candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from the fee.

Q: What is the upper age limit for SSC JE 2026?

A: The upper age limit is 30 years for most posts and 32 years for posts under CPWD, DGLL and select departments, as on the cut-off date of 01 August 2026.

Q: What is the educational qualification required for SSC JE 2026?

A: Candidates must hold a Diploma or Degree in the relevant engineering discipline (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Telecom). Scientific Assistant (IMD) posts require a Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics or related disciplines.

Q: What is the selection process for SSC JE Recruitment 2026?

A: Selection is based on Paper-I (qualifying CBT), Paper-II (CBT, counted for merit), Document Verification and Medical Examination (where applicable).

Q: What is the pay scale for SSC Junior Engineer?

A: Selected candidates will be placed in Level-6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400, along with other allowances.

Q: When will the SSC JE 2026 exam be conducted?

A: Paper-I is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026, and Paper-II is tentatively scheduled for December 2026.

Q: How can I apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026?

A: Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, or the mySSC mobile app, by completing One-Time Registration (OTR) and submitting the application form before the last date.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this article is compiled from the official SSC JE Recruitment 2026 notification and other publicly available sources for the general guidance of job seekers. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, candidates are advised to cross-check all details, including vacancy numbers, dates, eligibility criteria and fee structure, with the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) before taking any action.

This website is not responsible for any discrepancy, error or update made by the Staff Selection Commission after the publication of this article. Vacancy figures mentioned are tentative and subject to change as per the official notification.