SSC JE Recruitment 2026: 1,748 Vacancies, Apply Online @ssc.gov.in

SSC JE 2026 – Short Details

Complete Exam Schedule – SSC JE 2026

Candidates are advised to verify all dates from the official SSC website.

Application Fee (Online Mode)

Correction Fee: ₹200 for the first correction and ₹500 for the second.

Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.

Age Limits (As on 01 August 2026)

Age Relaxation (as per government rules):

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD: 10 to 15 years

Vacancy Distribution & Departments – SSC JE 2026

The 1,748 vacancies (tentative) are spread across various central government organizations. The posts are offered in the following disciplines:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Quantity Surveying & Contracts

Participating Departments & Organizations:

• Central Public Works Department (CPWD)
• Military Engineer Services (MES)
• Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
• Central Water Commission (CWC)
• National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO)
• Department of Telecommunications
• India Meteorological Department (IMD) – for Scientific Assistant posts

Eligibility Criteria – SSC JE 2026

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must possess a Degree (B.E./B.Tech) or a 3-year Diploma in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or a relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university or institution.
• For Scientific Assistant (IMD) posts, a Bachelor's degree in Science (with Physics) or a relevant degree in Computer Science, Electronics, IT, etc., is required.
• Final-year students are not eligible to apply unless they possess the required certificate by the stipulated date.

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026):

• 30 years for most posts (born between 2 August 1996 and 1 August 2008)
• 32 years for some posts (born between 2 August 1994 and 1 August 2008)
• Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 to 15 years

Nationality:

• Candidates must be citizens of India.

Selection Process – SSC JE 2026

The selection consists of two computer-based tests (CBT):

• Paper-I: Qualifying in nature.
• Paper-II: For final merit.
• Document Verification: Conducted by the respective user departments.
• Physical Test (BRO only): Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT) apply only for BRO posts. Only male candidates are eligible for BRO JE posts.

Salary Details – SSC JE 2026

Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-6 (Group 'B'):

In addition to the basic pay, employees are entitled to various allowances as per central government norms.

How to Apply for SSC JE 2026 – Step by Step

Follow these steps to submit your application:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

• Go to ssc.gov.in.

Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)

• ⚠️ Note: The old OTR created on ssc.nic.in is not valid for this application.
• Register on the new portal with your name, Aadhaar, and educational qualifications.

Step 3: Log In

• Use your Registration Number and Password.

Step 4: Select the Application

• Click on the "Junior Engineer Examination, 2026" link.

Step 5: Fill in Details

• Enter your personal, educational, and post-preference details carefully.

Step 6: Upload Documents

• Upload your scanned photograph and signature.

Step 7: Live Photo Capture (⚠️ Mandatory)

• The portal requires a live photograph capture through the interface or mobile app instead of uploading an old photo.

Step 8: Pay the Fee

• Pay the applicable application fee.

Step 9: Review & Submit

• Preview all details carefully before final submission.

Step 10: Print

• Download and keep a printout of the completed application form.

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