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

The last date to submit the online application form is 22 September 2026 (up to 11:00 PM), and the fee payment deadline is 23 September 2026.

When did the online application for SSC JE 2026 start?

The online application window opened on 02 September 2026 on the official SSC portal (ssc.gov.in).

What is the educational qualification for SSC Junior Engineer?

Candidates must hold a Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a 3-Year Diploma in the relevant engineering branch (with 2 years of experience for specific departments like BRO and MES).

What is the age limit for SSC JE 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 32 years for CPWD posts and 18 to 30 years for all other departments as on 01 August 2026. Standard upper age relaxations apply for reserved categories.

What is the application fee for SSC JE Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is ₹100/- for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempt from payment.

What is the salary of an SSC Junior Engineer?

Junior Engineers are appointed in Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400) under the 7th CPC, with an initial gross salary ranging from approximately ₹58,000 to ₹67,000 per month depending on city classification.

What is the selection process for SSC JE?

The selection comprises Paper-I (Objective CBT, 200 marks), Paper-II (Objective Technical CBT, 300 marks), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.

How can I apply online for SSC JE 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply by logging into the official Staff Selection Commission website at ssc.gov.in using their One-Time Registration (OTR) credentials.

What is the official website for SSC JE Recruitment?

The official portal for notification, OTR registration, and online application is ssc.gov.in.

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SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1,748 Vacancies, Eligibility, Salary & Exam Dates

Post Date: 2 Sept 2026•Last Updated: 11 Sept 2026•Staff Selection Commission (SSC)•All India

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for the Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination 2026 for approximately 1,748 Group 'B' Non-Gazetted vacancies across key Central Government departments including CPWD, BRO, MES, and CWC. Eligible candidates possessing a Degree (B.E./B.Tech) or a 3-Year Diploma in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering can submit their applications online through the official portal at ssc.gov.in. The online registration window opened on 02 September 2026 and will remain active until 22 September 2026 (11:00 PM).

Quick Recruitment OverviewStaff Selection Commission (SSC)

Recruitment Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Post Name	Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical)
Total Vacancies	1,748 Posts
Educational Qualification	B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical), 3-Year Diploma in Engineering with 2 Years' Experience (BRO/MES/DQA), Diploma in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering (CPWD/CWC/etc.)
Age Limit	18 to 32 Years
Pay Scale / Salary	Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) under 7th Central Pay Commission plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance
Job Location	All India
Application Start Date	2 Sept 2026
Last Date to Apply	22 Sept 2026
Exam Date	Paper-I: Oct/Nov 2026 \| Paper-II: Dec 2026
Official Portal	https://ssc.gov.in/

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Important Dates Schedule

Online Application Starts:2 Sept 2026

Last Date for Registration:22 Sept 2026

Last Date for Fee Payment:22 Sept 2026

Exam Date:Paper-I: Oct/Nov 2026 | Paper-II: Dec 2026

Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS (Male)₹100/-

SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-ServicemenNil (Exempted)

All Female CandidatesNil (Exempted)

Correction Charges (1st Time / 2nd Time)₹200/- / ₹500/-

Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or UPI.

Age Limit & Relaxation Criteria

• Minimum Age: 18 Years

• Maximum Age: 32 Years

Age Relaxation: Up to 32 Years for CPWD; Up to 30 Years for all other departments. SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwBD: 10 to 15 Years, Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years as per Government of India rules.

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) : Department Wise Vacancy Details

Check branch-wise qualifying degree/diploma requirements across participating ministries and departments.

Department Name	Trade / Branch Name	Eligibility Department Wise
Border Road Organization (BRO)	Civil / Electrical / Mechanical	BE / B.Tech Degree in Related Trade OR Diploma in Related Trade with 2 Year Experience (Male candidates only).
Brahmaputra Board of Ministry of Jal Shakti	Civil	Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institute.
Central Public Works Department (CPWD)	Civil / Electrical / Mechanical	Diploma in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering (Age limit up to 32 Years).
Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS)	Civil / Electrical	Diploma in Civil / Electrical Engineering.
Central Water Commission (CWC)	Civil / Mechanical	Engineering Degree / Diploma in Related Trade.
Directorate of Quality Assurance Naval	Electrical / Mechanical	Degree in Related Trade OR Diploma in Related Trade with 2 Year Experience.
Farkka Barrage Project	Civil / Electrical	Diploma in Civil / Electrical Engineering.
Military Engineer Services (MES)	Civil / Electrical / Mechanical	Degree in Related Trade OR Engineering Diploma in Related Trade with 2 Year Experience.
National Technical Research Organization (NTRO)	Civil	Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways	Civil / Electrical	Degree in Civil / Electrical Engineering OR Diploma in Civil / Electrical Engineering with 3 Years' experience.
Department of Telecommunication (DoT)	Junior Engineer JE (Telecom)	Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical Communications, Computer Science, Telecommunications, IT, or Instrumentation.
India Meteorological Department (IMD)	Scientific Assistant	Bachelor Degree in Science with Physics as one of the subjects OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Electronics, ECE, Telecommunication, Instrumentation, or IT.
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying	Civil	Degree or 3 Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.

Selection Process Stages

1Paper-I: Computer Based Examination (200 Questions, 200 Marks, Duration 2 Hours, Negative Marking 0.25)
2Paper-II: Computer Based Examination (100 Domain-Specific Technical Questions, 300 Marks, Duration 2 Hours, Negative Marking 1.00)
3Document Verification (DV) conducted directly by User Departments / Ministries
4Final Medical Fitness Examination & Department Allocation based on Paper-I + Paper-II Aggregate Merit

How to Apply Online for Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

1Visit the official portal of Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in.
2Click on 'Login or Register' to access the candidate portal or complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
3Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
4Under the 'Live Examinations' tab, locate 'Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026' and click 'Apply'.
5Verify pre-filled personal and academic information, then select 3 preferred examination cities.
6Choose your engineering stream (Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical) and enter qualifying degree/diploma details.
7Capture a live photograph using the official webcam tool and upload a clear scanned signature (10–20 KB, JPEG).
8Review all filled fields using the 'Preview' option.
9Pay the application fee of ₹100/- online (fee-exempted categories may proceed to direct submission).
10Submit the application and download/print the final confirmation page for future records.

Documents Required for Application

Valid Government Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport)
Matriculation (10th Class) Passing Certificate & Marksheet for Date of Birth verification
Engineering Degree (B.E./B.Tech) or 3-Year Diploma Certificates & Marksheets
Experience Certificate (2 Years required for Diploma holders in BRO, MES, and DQA-Naval)
Category / Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in Central Government prescribed format
PwBD Certificate issued by competent medical authority (if applicable)
Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book / NOC (if applicable)
Scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB in JPEG format)
Webcam / mobile camera for live photo capture

Frequently Asked Questions – Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

A total of 1,748 tentative vacancies have been announced across various Central Government organisations including CPWD, BRO, MES, CWC, and others.

Official Source & Verification Disclaimer

Source: Official recruitment advertisement issued by Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

Candidates must carefully review all eligibility criteria, educational certificates, reservation policies, and guidelines directly in the official notification before submitting their application.

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