SSC JE Notification 2026: Apply Online for 1748 Posts, Last Date 22 September
SSC JE notification 2026: 1748 posts. Apply online from 2 to 22 September 2026 on ssc.gov.in. Paper-I is tentatively October–November.
Details taken from the official notification. Confirm on the official website before applying. Official Website Official notification
Overview at a Glance
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | HQ-C-3019/1/2026-C-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,748 |
| Qualification | Degree or diploma in the relevant engineering stream; experience required for some posts |
| Selection Process | Paper-I (qualifying), Paper-II and document verification |
| Job Location | All India — Central Government organisations |
| Salary | ₹35,400 – ₹112,400 per month |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Application Begins | |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | |
| Correction Window Closes | |
| Exam Date |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 32 years |
| Age Reckoned As On | 01 August 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Male General/OBC/EWS | 100 |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM | 0 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category | Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer / Scientific Assistant | All | 1748 | Degree/diploma in relevant stream |
SSC JE apply online 2026 last date is 22 September 2026 (fee 23 September) for 1,748 Junior Engineer and IMD Scientific Assistant posts on ssc.gov.in.
The Staff Selection Commission has published the detailed Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 notice on ssc.gov.in. A total of 1,748 tentative vacancies are open for Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Mechanical, Telecom) and Scientific Assistant in IMD. These are Group B posts in Pay Level-6. Eligible degree or diploma holders can apply from 2 September 2026 to 22 September 2026, 11:00 PM. The fee window closes on 23 September 2026. Paper-I is tentatively in October–November 2026 and Paper-II in December 2026.
SSC JE Notification 2026 Out @ssc.gov.in
Under F. No. HQ-C-3019/1/2026-C-3, SSC will hold an open competitive examination for Junior Engineer posts and for Scientific Assistant in IMD. This cycle adds JE (Telecom) in DoT and Scientific Assistant in IMD, plus DGLL and the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
Download the SSC JE Notification 2026 PDF from the official Notice Board. Apply at ssc.gov.in/login or through mySSC. Helpline: 1800 309 3063.
SSC JE 2026 highlights
Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
Organisation | Staff Selection Commission |
Vacancies | 1,748 (tentative) |
Pay | Group B, Level-6 — ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
Apply | 02.09.2026 to 22.09.2026 (23:00) |
Fee last date | 23.09.2026 (23:00) |
Correction | 28.09.2026 to 30.09.2026 (23:00) |
Paper-I / Paper-II | Oct–Nov 2026 / December 2026 |
Departments (13 organisations)
Final post-wise numbers will appear under Tentative Vacancy on ssc.gov.in. Age as on 1 August 2026: 30 years for most posts (born 02.08.1996–01.08.2008); 32 years for CPWD and DGLL (born 02.08.1994–01.08.2008). BRO posts are for male candidates only and have PET/medical standards in Annexure-XVI.
Organisation | Posts | Upper age |
|---|---|---|
BRO | JE Civil, JE E&M | 30 |
Brahmaputra Board | JE Civil | 30 |
CWC | JE Civil, JE Mechanical | 30 |
CPWD | JE Civil, JE Electrical | 32 |
CWPRS | JE Civil, JE Electrical | 30 |
DGQA-NAVAL | JE Electrical, JE Mechanical | 30 |
Farakka Barrage | JE Civil, JE Electrical | 30 |
MES | JE Civil, JE E&M | 30 |
NTRO | JE Civil | 30 |
DGLL | JE Civil, JE Electrical | 32 |
DoT | JE Telecom | 30 |
IMD | Scientific Assistant | 30 |
MoFAHD | JE Civil | 30 |
Age relaxation
Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
SC/ST | 5 years |
OBC | 3 years |
PwBD UR/EWS | 10 years |
PwBD OBC | 13 years |
PwBD SC/ST | 15 years |
ESM | 3 years after deducting military service |
Selection and exam pattern
Paper-I (CBT, 200 marks, 2 hours) is qualifying: Reasoning 50, GA 50, Engineering 100. Negative marking 0.25. Paper-II (CBT, 300 marks, 100 questions × 3) decides merit. Negative marking 1 mark. Minimum marks: UR 30%, OBC/EWS 25%, others 20%. Separate lists for JE Civil, JE E&M, JE Telecom and Scientific Assistant.
How to apply and fees
Complete OTR on ssc.gov.in.
Open JE 2026 from candidate login.
Choose stream and centres; upload photo and signature.
Pay ₹100 if applicable; preview and submit.
Category | Fee |
|---|---|
Male General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM | Nil |
Correction first / second | ₹200 / ₹500 |
Pay scale is Level-6 ₹35,400–₹1,12,400. Read the official PDF before applying.
Official links
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official notification PDF | Read more |
| Apply online | Apply Now |
| SSC official website | Read more |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in SSC JE 2026?
The notice announces 1,748 tentative posts for Junior Engineer and IMD Scientific Assistant. Final department-wise numbers will be on the SSC Tentative Vacancy page.
What is the last date to apply for SSC JE 2026?
Submit the online form by 22 September 2026, 11:00 PM. Pay the fee by 23 September 2026, 11:00 PM.
When is the SSC JE 2026 Paper-I exam?
Paper-I is tentatively in October/November 2026 and Paper-II in December 2026.
What is the SSC JE 2026 application fee?
₹100 for male General/OBC/EWS candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen pay nothing.
Does Paper-I count in the final merit?
No. Paper-I is qualifying. Final merit uses only normalised Paper-II marks.
Where can I download the official SSC JE 2026 PDF?
Download Notice_of_adv_je_2026.pdf from the SSC Notice Board at ssc.gov.in.
