SSC JE Recruitment 2026: 1,748 Vacancies, Eligibility, Salary, Exam Pattern & Apply Online
Job Overview
Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Posts: Junior Engineer & Scientific Assistant
Location: Pan India
Total Vacancies: 1,748 (Tentative)
Job Type: Central Government Job
Pay Level: Level-6
Salary: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Application Mode: Online
Job Description
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced SSC JE Recruitment 2026, offering 1,748 tentative vacancies across various Government of India departments and offices. The recruitment covers Junior Engineer positions and includes the Scientific Assistant post in the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
SSC JE positions are Group ‘B’ posts under Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a salary range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 2 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 22 September 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 23 September 2026
- Correction Window: 28–30 September 2026
- Paper-I: October/November 2026 (Tentative)
- Paper-II: December 2026 (Tentative)
The vacancy count is tentative. Final post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be announced separately by SSC.
SSC JE 2026 Exam Pattern
The examination will be conducted through Computer-Based Examinations in two papers.
Paper-I
Paper-I includes:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness
- Relevant Engineering Subject
Paper-I is qualifying in nature, and normalized marks are used for shortlisting candidates for Paper-II.
Paper-II
Paper-II focuses on the candidate’s relevant engineering/subject stream and carries 300 marks.
Normalized Paper-II marks are used for determining final merit.
Negative Marking
- Paper-I: 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
- Paper-II: 1 mark for each incorrect answer
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the particular post and department.
Depending on the position, eligible qualifications may include Degree or Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines, such as:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electronics/Telecommunication
- Computer Science & Information Technology, where applicable
- Physics and related qualifications for applicable Scientific Assistant posts in IMD
Candidates should carefully check the post-wise Essential Qualification, as educational and experience requirements can vary.
The required qualification must be obtained by the prescribed cut-off date.
Age Limit
The age limit varies according to the post.
- Some posts have an upper age limit of 30 years.
- Certain posts have an upper age limit of 32 years.
- The crucial date for age calculation is 1 August 2026.
- Applicable age relaxation will be provided to eligible categories according to Government rules.
SSC JE Syllabus
For Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering, questions are generally at approximately Diploma in Engineering level.
For Computer Science & IT, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Physics, and Telecommunication, the standard is approximately at the graduation level.
Civil Engineering
Major areas include:
- Engineering Mechanics
- Structural Analysis
- Construction Materials
- Concrete Structures
- Surveying
- Soil Mechanics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Environmental Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Topics include:
- Electrical Fundamentals
- AC Fundamentals
- Electrical Machines
- Power Generation & Distribution
- Electrical Measurements
- Electronics
- Power Electronics
Mechanical Engineering
Topics include:
- Strength of Materials
- Theory of Machines
- Machine Design
- Thermal Engineering
- Fluid Mechanics
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Paper-I → Paper-II → Final Merit & Allocation
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- UR: 30%
- OBC/EWS: 25%
- Other Categories: 20%
Paper-I is qualifying, while Paper-II marks play an important role in final merit and selection.
Candidates should carefully submit their post and department preferences, as submitted preferences are treated as final and cannot be changed later.
Application Fee
₹100
The fee is exempted for:
- Women candidates
- SC candidates
- ST candidates
- PwBD candidates
- Ex-Servicemen candidates
Important Information for BRO Posts
Candidates selecting Junior Engineer posts in the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) should carefully review the additional eligibility requirements.
BRO posts may include:
- Physical requirements
- Medical standards
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
According to the provided recruitment information, only male candidates are eligible for BRO JE posts. Candidates should check the official notification for the complete physical and medical requirements before selecting BRO preferences.
How to Apply for SSC JE 2026
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website.
- Log in and select the SSC JE 2026 application.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Select your preferred posts and departments carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Review all details carefully.
- Submit the application and save a copy for future reference.
SSC has stated that OTR created on the old SSC website will not function on the new website. Applications can also be submitted through the mySSC mobile application.
Salary
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
The posts are under Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
SSC JE Recruitment 2026 has 1,748 tentative vacancies.
What is the salary?
The pay scale is ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 under Level-6.
What is the application deadline?
The last date to submit the application is 22 September 2026.
Where can candidates apply?
Applications can be submitted through the official SSC website.
Is SSC JE a Central Government job?
Yes. SSC JE recruitment is for posts in various Government of India departments and offices.
🔗 Apply Online
SSC Official Website – Apply Online
SSC JE 2026 Official Notification PDF
Important: Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying, particularly the post-wise qualifications, age limits, vacancies, and BRO-specific requirements.
