SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 1,748 Junior Engineer Posts

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC JE Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,748 tentative vacancies for Junior Engineer posts. The SSC JE 2026 online application process started on 2 September 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, or the mySSC mobile application.

The recruitment is being conducted for Junior Engineer (JE) Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Mechanical and Telecom posts in various Central Government departments and organizations. The notification also includes Scientific Assistant posts in the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Candidates with the required engineering degree or diploma, depending on the post and organization, can apply for SSC JE 2026. The last date to submit the online application is 22 September 2026, while the application fee can be paid up to 23 September 2026.

SSC JE Last Date 2026

• The last date to apply online for SSC JE 2026 is 22 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM. Candidates who are required to pay the application fee can complete the online fee payment up to 23 September 2026 at 11:00 PM.
• Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day to submit the application because technical problems, heavy website traffic or payment issues may prevent successful submission.

SSC JE Vacancy 2026

The SSC JE vacancy 2026 has been announced as 1,748 tentative vacancies.

The vacancies are distributed among various Central Government organizations for different engineering disciplines, including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Mechanical and Telecom.

SSC has clarified that the vacancy figures are tentative and that the final post-wise and category-wise vacancy details may be updated separately.

SSC JE Posts and Participating Organizations

The SSC JE 2026 recruitment covers posts in several Central Government departments and organizations.

SSC JE Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates applying for SSC JE Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the prescribed nationality, educational qualification and age requirements.

Nationality

A candidate must be:

• A citizen of India; or
• A subject of Nepal; or
• A subject of Bhutan; or
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to the conditions prescribed in the notification.

Candidates falling under categories requiring an eligibility certificate must produce the required certificate issued by the Government of India.

SSC JE Educational Qualification 2026

The SSC JE qualification differs according to the post and department.

Junior Engineer – Civil

• A Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university/institute; or
• A Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution along with the prescribed work experience, wherever required.

Junior Engineer – Electrical / Mechanical

Candidates require the prescribed Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or related engineering discipline, depending on the organization and post.
Some departments also prescribe specific work experience for diploma holders.

Junior Engineer – Telecom

Candidates must possess the prescribed Bachelor’s degree/diploma qualification in relevant disciplines such as:

• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering
• Electrical Communications
• Electronics & Communication
• Computer Science
• Telecommunications
• Information Technology
• Instrumentation

The exact qualification should be checked against the relevant organization in the official notification.

Scientific Assistant – IMD

Candidates applying for Scientific Assistant in India Meteorological Department must possess the prescribed Bachelor’s degree with Physics as one of the subjects, or the specified degree in disciplines such as:

• Computer Science
• Computer Applications
• Electronics
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
• Instrumentation
• Information Technology
• Telecommunication Engineering
• Communication Engineering

Important: Educational qualification and experience requirements are not identical for every SSC JE post. Candidates should check the post-wise eligibility conditions before submitting the application.

SSC JE Age Limit 2026

The crucial date for determining age is 1 August 2026.

Post Category Age Requirement
Posts with maximum age of 30 years Born between 02 August 1996 and 01 August 2008
Posts with maximum age of 32 years Born between 02 August 1994 and 01 August 2008

Candidates belonging to reserved categories are eligible for age relaxation according to Government of India rules.

SSC JE Age Relaxation

• Category Age Relaxation
• SC/ST 5 years
• OBC 3 years
• PwBD – UR/EWS 10 years
• PwBD – OBC 13 years
• PwBD – SC/ST 15 years
• Ex-Servicemen 3 years after deduction of military service
• Defence personnel disabled in operations – UR/EWS/OBC 3 years
• Defence personnel disabled in operations – SC/ST 8 years

Age relaxation is subject to the conditions specified in the official SSC JE notification.

SSC JE Application Fee 2026

The SSC JE application fee is ₹100 for General/UR/OBC/EWS male candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

• General/UR/OBC/EWS Male – ₹100
• Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen – Nil

SSC JE Fee Payment

The application fee can be paid online through:

• BHIM UPI
• Net Banking
• Visa Debit Card
• MasterCard Debit Card
• Maestro Debit Card
• RuPay Debit Card

• The last date for online fee payment is 23 September 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
• The fee, once paid, is generally non-refundable.

SSC JE Salary 2026

Selected candidates for SSC JE posts will be appointed to Group ‘B’ posts in Pay Level-6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.

• SSC JE Pay Scale ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400

In addition to basic pay, selected Junior Engineers may receive applicable allowances such as:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance (TA)
• Other allowances applicable to the concerned department

The actual SSC JE in-hand salary will vary according to the place of posting, department and applicable allowances and deductions.

How to Apply Online for SSC JE Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online for SSC JE 2026 by following these steps:

1. Visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.
2. Complete the required One-Time Registration (OTR) if you have not already registered on the new SSC website.
3. Log in using your registered credentials.
4. Select the Junior Engineer (JE) Examination, 2026 application.
5. Enter your personal, educational and other required details carefully.
6. Select the appropriate organization, post and engineering discipline based on your eligibility.
7. Upload the required photograph and signature/documents, wherever applicable.
8. Complete Aadhaar-based authentication if you choose to use it.
9. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
10. Preview the complete application form.
11. Submit the application before the deadline.
12. Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
13. Important Note About SSC OTR

Candidates should note that an OTR created on the old SSC website (ssc.nic.in) is not valid on the new SSC website. Candidates may need to complete registration on the current SSC portal.

Documents Required for SSC JE Application 2026

Candidates should keep the following information/documents ready before applying:

• Aadhaar or other prescribed identification details
• Educational qualification details
• Engineering degree/diploma details
• Date of birth proof
• Category certificate, if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Experience details, wherever applicable
• Scanned photograph/signature, where required
• Valid mobile number
• Active email ID
• Online payment facility

Candidates should enter all information exactly as mentioned in their official documents.

SSC JE 2026 Important Instructions

Before submitting the application form, candidates should remember the following:

• Check the post-wise educational qualification carefully.
• Verify the age requirement as on 1 August 2026.
• Select the engineering discipline carefully.
• Check whether work experience is mandatory for the selected organization.
• Pay the fee before the prescribed deadline, if applicable.
• Review the application carefully before final submission.
• Keep a copy of the submitted application and payment receipt.
• Do not wait until the last day to apply.
• Regularly check the SSC website for admit card, exam city, answer key and result updates.

Why Should You Apply for SSC JE 2026?

The SSC JE examination is one of the major recruitment examinations for engineering diploma and degree holders seeking Central Government jobs.

• Central Government employment
• Pay Level-6 salary
• Opportunities in multiple government departments
• Allowances as applicable under government rules
• Career progression
• Job opportunities for Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and related engineering candidates

With 1,748 tentative vacancies, eligible engineering candidates should carefully review the department-wise eligibility requirements and apply before the deadline.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Important Links

Apply Online – Click Here

SSC JE 2026 Official Notification – Click Here

Official SSC Website – https://ssc.gov.in/