The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical) Examination to recruit Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted) engineers for various ministries, departments, and organizations under the Government of India, including CPWD, MES, BRO, and the Central Water Commission.
The SSC JE 2026 Paper-I (Computer Based Examination) is scheduled to be held from November 2 to November 6, 2026, followed by the Paper-II examination tentatively scheduled for December 2026.
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Check the official SSC website regularly for admit card release updates and download your hall ticket in time.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Application Start | 02/09/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22/09/2026 (up to 11 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 23/09/2026 |
| Correction Window | 28-30 September 2026 |
| Paper I Exam Date | 02-06 November 2026 |
| Paper II Exam Date | December 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
Department-Wise Eligibility & Age Limits
| Organization | Post | Essential Educational Qualification (EQ) | Age Limit |
| Border Roads Organization (BRO) (Male only) | JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engg. OR 3-Yr Diploma in Civil Engg. with 2 years’ relevant experience. | Up to 30 Years |
| Border Roads Organization (BRO) (Male only) | JE (Electrical & Mechanical) | Degree in Electrical/Mech Engg. OR 3-Yr Diploma in Electrical/Auto/Mech Engg. with 2 years’ relevant experience. | Up to 30 Years |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE (Civil) / JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Civil / Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. | Up to 32 Years |
| Central Water Commission (CWC) | JE (Civil) / JE (Mechanical) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil / Mechanical Engineering. | Up to 30 Years |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE (Civil) / JE (E & M) | Degree in respective discipline OR 3-Yr Diploma with 2 years’ experience in relevant works. | Up to 30 Years |
| Brahmaputra Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti) | JE (Civil) | 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering. | Up to 30 Years |
| Central Water & Power Research Station | JE (Civil) / JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Civil / Electrical Engineering. | Up to 30 Years |
| DGQA-NAVAL (Ministry of Defence) | JE (Mech) / JE (Elect) | Degree in respective field OR 3-Yr Diploma plus 2 years’ experience. | Up to 30 Years |
| Farakka Barrage Project | JE (Civil) / JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Civil / Electrical Engineering. | Up to 30 Years |
| National Technical Research Org. (NTRO) | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering. | Up to 30 Years |
| DG Lighthouses & Lightships | JE (Civil) / JE (Electrical) | Degree in respective discipline OR Diploma with 3 years’ experience. | Up to 32 Years |
| Dept. of Telecommunications (DoT) | JE (Telecom) | B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical/Electronics/Telecomm/CS/IT/Instrumentation. | Up to 30 Years |
| India Meteorological Department (IMD) | Scientific Assistant (SA) | Bachelor’s Degree in Science (with Physics) OR Degree in CS/IT/Electronics/Telecomm. | Up to 30 Years |
| Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying | JE (Civil) | Degree or 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering. | Up to 30 Years |
Application Fee & Correction Charges
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM | Nil (Exempted) |
Examination Scheme & Pattern
Paper-I: Computer-Based Examination (Qualifying in Nature)
- Duration: 2 Hours (2 Hours 40 Minutes for eligible scribe candidates)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per incorrect answer
| Section | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
| Part (i) | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| Part (ii) | General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Part (iii) | Core Subject / Engineering Domain (Part-A to Part-G as per post) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | — | 200 Questions | 200 Marks |
Paper-II: Computer-Based Examination (Merit Deciding)
- Duration: 2 Hours (2 Hours 40 Minutes for eligible scribe candidates)
- Negative Marking: 1 mark per incorrect answer
- Calculators / Tables: Virtual Scientific Calculator and standard design tables (e.g., IS 456, Steam Table) are integrated on the exam console. Physical calculators are prohibited.
| Paper | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
| Paper-II | Relevant Technical Domain (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / IT / Electronics / Physics / Telecom) | 100 | 300 |
Additional Notice on Schedule
The Commission confirmed the final schedule for multiple examinations under notification reference F. No. HQ-EC033/7/2025-EC:
| S. No. | Examination Name | Tier / Mode | Final Scheduled Dates |
| 1 | Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 | Paper-I (CBE) | 02nd to 06th November, 2026 |
| 2 | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Exam, 2026 | CBE | 20th to 28th November, 2026 |
| 3 | CHSL (10+2) Examination, 2026 | Tier-I (CBE) | 30th November to 31st December, 2026 |
Admit Card Download Steps
- Visit the official SSC website at https://ssc.gov.in/.
- Click on the SSC JE 2026 admit card link on the homepage.
- Log in using your registration ID or roll number and date of birth.
- Download and print the admit card.
- Verify all details on the hall ticket.
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Admit cards are usually available 3-4 days before the exam. Keep your login credentials ready.
Exam Pattern (Brief)
Paper I is a computer-based objective test with 200 questions for 200 marks. It covers General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical). Paper II is a descriptive paper in the relevant engineering discipline.
Exam Day Rules
- Carry the printed admit card and a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or Passport).
- Report to the exam centre at least 1-2 hours before the shift time mentioned on the admit card.
- Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, watches, or any electronic devices.
- Follow all instructions given by invigilators strictly.
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Candidates arriving late or without proper documents may not be allowed to enter the examination hall.
After the Exam
After Paper I, qualified candidates will appear for Paper II. Results and further selection stages will be announced on the SSC website. Keep checking for updates on answer keys and results.
Important Links
| Link Description | URL |
|---|---|
| Download Exam Notice | Click Here |
| Official SSC Website | Official Website |
| Apply Online / Login | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
