SSC JE Exam Date 2026 Announced – Paper-I from 02-11-2026 for 1,748 Posts
The Staff Selection Commission has fixed the calendar for the Junior Engineer Examination 2026. According to the official schedule notice released on 01-10-2026, the Paper-I computer-based examination will be conducted from 02-11-2026 to 06-11-2026, covering approximately 1,748 Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant posts across various departments. Paper-II is planned for December 2026. Candidates who applied during the September application window should now watch ssc.gov.in for the exam city slip and admit card, and sharpen their revision over the remaining weeks.
📌 Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination | SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,748 (tentative) |
| Posts Covered | Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Telecom) and Scientific Assistant (IMD) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Window | 02-09-2026 to 22-09-2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 23-09-2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 28-09-2026 to 30-09-2026 |
| Exam Schedule Notice Released | 01-10-2026 |
| Paper-I (CBE) Exam | 02-11-2026 to 06-11-2026 |
| Exam City Slip (expected) | Around 23-10-2026 |
| Admit Card (expected) | From 30-10-2026 onwards |
| Paper-II Exam | December 2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details
SSC has announced 1,748 tentative vacancies under the Junior Engineer Examination 2026. The figure is provisional and may be revised as departments update their indents.
| Department (examples) | Trades |
|---|---|
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical |
| Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | Civil / Electrical / Mechanical |
| Central Water Commission (CWC) and others | Civil / Mechanical |
| Department of Telecommunications | Junior Engineer (Telecom) |
| India Meteorological Department | Scientific Assistant |
| Total | 1,748 posts (tentative) |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade from a recognized institute in India. Post-wise eligibility varies by department — refer to the official notification.
- Specific posts such as JE (Telecom) and Scientific Assistant have additional degree requirements detailed in the notice.
🎯 Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 32 years (CPWD posts only); 30 years (all other posts) |
| Age Counted As On | 01-08-2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per SSC Junior Engineer 2026 rules |
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PH / Female | Exempted |
🧾 Selection Process
- Paper-I — Computer-based examination (02 to 06-11-2026); used to shortlist candidates for Paper-II
- Paper-II — Written examination (December 2026); marks decide the final merit
- Document Verification — for shortlisted candidates
- Final selection and allocation
📥 How to Check the Exam Schedule
- Visit the official SSC portal: ssc.gov.in.
- Open the notice titled “Schedule of Examinations” released on 01-10-2026.
- Confirm the Paper-I window (02 to 06-11-2026) and note that dates are proposed and subject to change.
- Keep checking the portal for the exam city slip (about 10 days before the exam) and the admit card.
🏢 About Organization
The Staff Selection Commission recruits for Group B and Group C posts across central government ministries, departments and offices. The Junior Engineer examination is its dedicated channel for inducting diploma and degree engineers into technical posts.
🔗 Important Links
| SSC Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| SSC JE 2026 Notification | Available on the SSC official website |
❓ FAQs
When is the SSC JE 2026 Paper-I exam?
Paper-I (computer-based) will be held from 02-11-2026 to 06-11-2026, as per the schedule notice released on 01-10-2026.
How many vacancies are there in SSC JE 2026?
1,748 tentative vacancies for Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant posts. The number is provisional and may change.
When will the SSC JE 2026 admit card be released?
The exam city slip is expected around 23-10-2026 and the admit card from 30-10-2026 onwards. Watch ssc.gov.in for the exact dates.
What is the eligibility for SSC JE 2026?
An engineering degree or diploma in the relevant trade from a recognized institute; post-wise requirements differ by department.
What is the age limit for SSC JE 2026?
18 years minimum; maximum 32 years for CPWD posts and 30 years for all other posts, as on 01-08-2026.
What was the application fee for SSC JE 2026?
₹100 for General / OBC / EWS candidates; SC / ST / PH / female candidates were exempted.
What is the SSC JE selection process?
Paper-I (computer-based, qualifying for Paper-II), Paper-II (merit-deciding), then document verification and final allocation.
Are the SSC JE 2026 exam dates final?
SSC has described the dates as proposed — keep checking ssc.gov.in for any change.