SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Great news for engineering graduates and diploma holders! Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released recruitment notification for Junior Engineer (JE) Posts for 2026. This drive aims to fill 1,748 vacancies across major government departments including CPWD, BRO, MES, and CWC.
Online application portal went live on September 2, 2026, on official website ssc.gov.in. If you want to secure a stable engineering position in central government, make sure to submit your application before the deadline.
Key Dates & Exam Schedule
Online registration window closes on September 22, 2026 (11:00 PM). SSC has also indicated tentative exam schedules to help candidates start their preparation early.
| Event / Phase | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | September 2, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 22, 2026 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | September 23, 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | September 28 to September 30, 2026 |
| Paper-I Exam Date (Tier-1) | October / November 2026 |
| Paper-II Exam Date (Tier-2) | December 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria & Application Fees
Age Limit (As of August 1, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- CPWD Posts: Up to 32 years
- Other Departments: Up to 30 years (Age relaxations are applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD categories per government rules).
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100
- SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates: Free (No Fee)
- Payment Modes: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit or Credit Cards.
Department-Wise Vacancies & Qualifications
Table below breaks down the qualification requirements for various streams including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Telecom Engineering:
| Department Name | Relevant Branch / Trade | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech degree OR Diploma with 2 years of experience |
| Central Public Works Dept (CPWD) | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical | Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade |
| Central Water Commission (CWC) | Civil / Mechanical | Degree or Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical | B.Tech degree OR Diploma with 2 years of experience |
| Department of Telecommunications (DoT) | Telecom Engineering | B.Tech in Electrical / Electronics / CS / IT / Telecom |
| India Meteorological Dept (IMD) | Scientific Assistant | B.Sc in Physics OR B.Tech/BCA in CS / IT / Electronics |
| Other Depts (NTRO, CWPRS, DQA, FBP) | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical | Engineering Degree OR 3-year Diploma in relevant branch |
How to Apply Online for SSC JE 2026
- Visit official portal: ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you haven’t registered on the new portal yet.
- Navigate to the Apply tab and click on SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026.
- Fill in your personal information, academic qualifications, and upload your photograph and signature in the required format.
- Review the preview carefully, pay the ₹100 fee (if applicable), and submit the form.
- Print out a copy of the final application for your records.
