SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 1,748 Posts at ssc.gov.in

Published: Thursday, September 3, 2026, 10:01 [IST]

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC JE Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of 1,748 Junior Engineer (JE) posts in various government organisations and departments. The recruitment process has started from September 2, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, until September 22, 2026, up to 11 PM.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

The SSC JE recruitment will cover engineering posts in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and other disciplines. The notification will also be used to fill Scientific Assistant posts in the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Selected candidates will be appointed to Group B posts in Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a salary ranging from Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Highlights:

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Posts Name	Junior Engineer, Scientific Assistant
Total Vacancies	1,748 Posts
Application Started on	September 2, 2026
Application Ends on	September 22, 2026 (11:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee payment	September 23, 2026 (11:00 PM)
Correction Window	September 28 to 30, 2026 (11:00 PM)
Paper-I Exam	October / November, 2026 (Tentative)
Paper-II Exam	December, 2026 (Tentative)
Pay Level	Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400), Group 'B'
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should carefully check the post-wise eligibility requirements before applying. For Junior Engineer (Civil) posts, candidates generally need a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, with relevant experience wherever prescribed. For JE Electrical/Mechanical posts, a degree or diploma in the respective engineering discipline is required.

For JE Telecom in the Department of Telecommunications, candidates can apply with a bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Technology or Instrumentation-related engineering disciplines.

For Scientific Assistant in IMD, candidates need a bachelor's degree in Science with Physics or an eligible engineering degree in Computer Science, Electronics, IT or Telecommunication.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The minimum age is 18 years, while the maximum age is generally 30 years. The upper age limit is 32 years for certain posts, including posts under CPWD and the Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships. The age will be calculated as on August 1, 2026.

Age relaxation is applicable to reserved categories as per government rules. SC/ST candidates get five years, OBC candidates three years, while PwBD candidates are eligible for relaxation ranging from 10 to 15 years depending on their category.

SSC JE Recruitment 2026 Nationality

Candidates must be Indian citizens or meet the specified nationality conditions. Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan and certain persons of Indian origin who have migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India may also be eligible, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.

For Junior Engineer posts in the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), only male candidates are eligible.

How to Apply for SSC JE Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online by visiting ssc.gov.in. Candidates should register or log in to the SSC portal, complete the application form, upload the required documents and photographs, pay the applicable fee and submit the form before the deadline.

Candidates should carefully verify all details before final submission to avoid rejection. The last date to apply is September 22, 2026, by 11 PM. Applicants are advised to keep a copy of the submitted application form and payment confirmation for future reference.

With 1,748 vacancies, SSC JE Recruitment 2026 provides an important opportunity for engineering graduates and diploma holders seeking government jobs. Candidates should read the official notification carefully for post-wise qualifications, vacancies, age requirements, selection process and other conditions before applying.