The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2026 to recruit eligible candidates for Junior Engineer posts in various departments and organizations of the Government of India. Candidates with the required educational qualifications and eligibility criteria can apply for the examination through the official SSC website. The recruitment process includes a Computer-Based Examination followed by further selection stages as prescribed in the notification. Selected candidates will be appointed to the respective Junior Engineer posts and may be required to serve anywhere in India. Interested candidates should carefully check the eligibility requirements, age limit, examination process, important dates and application instructions before submitting their application.
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification Summary:
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
| Name of Post | Junior Engineer |
| No of Vacancy | 1748 Post |
| Advertisement No: | HQ-C-3019/1/2026-C-3 |
| Employment Type | Permenant Job |
| Job Type | Central Govt Job |
| Application Start Date | 02.09.2026 |
| Application end Date | 22.09.2026 |
| Application Status | Application will be closed soon |
| Official Web Page | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
SSC JE 2026 Notification Vacancy details
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Organization / Department | Post | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Border Roads Organization (BRO) | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Border Roads Organization (BRO) | Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical) | To be updated |
| Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Central Water Commission (CWC) | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Central Water Commission (CWC) | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | To be updated |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | To be updated |
| Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS) | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS) | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | To be updated |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | To be updated |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | To be updated |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | To be updated |
| Military Engineer Service (MES) | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Military Engineer Service (MES) | Junior Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical) | To be updated |
| Directorate General of Lighthouses & Lightships | Junior Engineer (Civil) | To be updated |
| Directorate General of Lighthouses & Lightships | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | To be updated |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | Junior Engineer (Telecom) | To be updated |
| India Meteorological Department (IMD) | Scientific Assistant | To be updated |
| SSC JE Recruitment 2026 | All Posts | 1,748 (Tentative) |
Note: The SSC notification clearly states that 1,748 is the tentative vacancy figure. The final post-wise and category-wise vacancy details are to be published separately by the Commission.
Eligibility Criteria of SSC JE Recruitment 2026
Education Qualification of SSC JE Job
Candidates must possess the required educational qualification for the respective Junior Engineer post as specified below:
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute OR Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute/Board and 2 years of experience in Planning/Execution/Maintenance of Civil Engineering works. |
| JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute OR Three-Year Diploma in Electrical/Automobile/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute/Board and 2 years of experience in Planning/Execution/Maintenance of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering works. |
| JE (Civil) | Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institution. |
| JE (Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institution. |
| JE (Mechanical) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institution. |
| JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute. |
| JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institute. |
| JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized Institute. |
| JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institute. |
| JE (Mechanical) | Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institute OR Three-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution plus 2 years of experience in the respective field. |
| JE (Electrical) | Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University OR Three-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution plus 2 years of experience in the respective field. |
| JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University, Institute or Board. |
| JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University, Institute or Board. |
Important Note
For posts where experience is prescribed, the required experience must have been acquired after obtaining the requisite educational qualification. Internship, training or research experience obtained while acquiring the qualification will not be treated as the required experience.
Selection Process
- Paper-I: Computer Based Examination (Qualifying)
- Paper-II: Computer Based Examination
- Document Verification
- Final Selection: Based on Paper-II marks and post/department preference.
- BRO Posts: Physical & Medical Standards, including PET, are also applicable.
Age Limits for the Post of SSC JE
- Up to 30 years for most posts.
- Up to 32 years for CPWD Junior Engineer posts.
Payscale:
Selected candidates for SSC Junior Engineer posts will be appointed in Group ‘B’ posts, Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
- Pay Level: Level-6
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month
How to Apply for the SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification:
Eligible candidates can apply online for the SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026 through the official SSC website or the my SSC mobile application.
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website.
- Log in and fill out the SSC JE 2026 Online Application Form.
- Enter all required personal, educational and other details carefully.
- Complete the required authentication/document and photograph formalities.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
- Submit the application form and save/print the confirmation for future reference.
Important Link for SSC JE 2026 Notification
| 1. SSC JE Official Webpage – Click here to Visit |
| 2. SSC JE 2026 Official Notification – Click here to Download |
| 3. SSC JE 2026 Official Apply Link – Click here to Apply |
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Disclaimer
The information provided in this article is prepared based on the official recruitment notification available to us. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully and verify the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, salary, application procedure, important dates and other conditions before applying. TamilJob360.in is not the recruiting authority and does not guarantee selection or employment. Any changes, corrections or updates made by the recruiting department will be applicable as per the latest official notification. Candidates should rely on the official recruitment authority’s notification and website for the most accurate and updated information.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment exam conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for Junior Engineer posts.
The SSC JE syllabus includes General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness and questions related to the relevant engineering subject.
The official SSC website is ssc.gov.in.
The online application process is scheduled from 02 September to 22 September 2026.
Paper-I is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026, while Paper-II is scheduled for December 2026.