The wait is over for SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 — Staff Selection Commission has put out the notification for 1748 posts, and the online form is live till 22 September 2026.
Take a few minutes with the details below — eligibility, dates, fee and selection stages — so the form goes through in one attempt.
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What you need to know
Last Date to Apply
22 September 2026
Total Vacancies
1748
Qualification
Degree or Three-Year Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Telecom) from a recognized University/Institute. Some posts require 2 years of working experience for Diploma holders.
Age Limit
18 Years to 30 Years (32 Years for JE posts in Central Water Commission)
SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026 — Key Details
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Department | Various Ministries/Departments/Organizations of Government of India (BRO, CPWD, CWC, MES, DoT, IMD etc.) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant |
| Sector | Central Government |
| Notification Number | F. No. HQ-C-3019/1/2026-C-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 1748 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Qualification | Degree or Three-Year Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Telecom) from a recognized University/Institute. Some posts require 2 years of working experience for Diploma holders. |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix, Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400 |
| Monthly Salary | 35,400 to 1,12,400 per month |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026 Important Dates
Keep track of the schedule below. Applications submitted after 22 September 2026 will not be considered.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 2026-09-02 |
| Apply Start Date | 2026-09-02 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-09-22 (23:00 hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2026-09-23 (23:00 hours) |
| Application Correction Window | 2026-09-28 to 2026-09-30 (23:00 hours) |
| Exam Date | Paper-I: October/November 2026, Paper-II: December 2026 |
SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Post-wise vacancies to be notified | Degree or Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering (experience required for some organizations) |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Post-wise vacancies to be notified | Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | Post-wise vacancies to be notified | Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Junior Engineer (Telecom) - DoT | Post-wise vacancies to be notified | Degree in Electronics/Instrumentation/IT/Telecommunication/Communication Engineering |
| Scientific Assistant - IMD | Post-wise vacancies to be notified | As per notification (CS&IT/Electronics & Telecom/Physics background) |
How Much Does the Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Form Cost?
Fee — All male candidates of UR, OBC and EWS categories
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | Rs. 100 |
Fee — All women candidates
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Women (All Categories) | Exempted |
Fee — SC, ST, PwBD and ESM candidates
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
Fee — All candidates irrespective of gender/category
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Correction Charges | Rs. 200 (first correction), Rs. 500 (second correction) |
Fee Payment Options
- BHIM UPI
- Net Banking
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Maestro
- RuPay Debit Card
Pay the fee only through the official payment gateway — debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. Fee once paid is not refunded.
Eligibility for Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026
Candidates must hold Degree or Three-Year Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Telecom) from a recognized University/Institute. Some posts require 2 years of working experience for Diploma holders. before the last date of application. Qualifications obtained after the cut-off date will not be accepted.
Eligibility points at a glance
- Educational qualification must be completed on or before closing date of online application (22.09.2026); Experience counted only after completion of requisite qualification; ODL/Online mode Engineering qualifications not accepted except as permitted by UGC/statutory bodies; Candidates opting JE (Mechanical) also eligible for JE (E&M); JE (Telecom) candidates also eligible for SA in IMD and JE (Electrical) subject to EQ
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 30 Years (32 Years for JE posts in Central Water Commission) |
| Age as on | 1 August 2026 |
| Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD (UR): 10 years, PwBD (OBC): 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years, Ex-Servicemen and other categories as per Government rules. |
Additional Conditions
| Nationality | Citizen of India, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries etc. with intention of permanent settlement in India |
|---|---|
| Who May Apply | All candidates |
| Experience | 2 years of working experience required for Diploma holders for JE posts in BRO, MES, DGQA-Naval and Ministry of Fisheries |
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026 — Salary Details
The approved pay scale for this post is Level-6 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix, Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400 per month, plus DA, HRA and other allowances applicable to the grade.
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026 — Stage by Stage
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (CBE) | Online (CBT) | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours | 0.25 marks per wrong answer | Qualifying |
| Paper-II (CBE) | Online (CBT) | 100 | 300 | 2 Hours | 1 mark per wrong answer | Merit |
| Document Verification | Offline | Qualifying |
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Paper-I Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Question Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | Objective MCQ | 2 Hours (combined for Paper-I) |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | Objective MCQ | 2 Hours (combined for Paper-I) |
| General Engineering (Part-A Civil / Part-B Electrical / Part-C Mechanical / Part-D CS&IT / Part-E E&T / Part-F Physics / Part-G Telecom, as per post opted) | 100 | 100 | Objective MCQ | 2 Hours (combined for Paper-I) |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Paper-II Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Question Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Engineering (respective subject Part-A to Part-G as per post opted) | 100 | 300 | Objective MCQ | 2 Hours |
| Total | 100 | 300 |
How the Paper Is Set
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Hours each for Paper-I and Paper-II (2 Hours 40 Minutes for scribe-eligible candidates) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks per wrong answer in Paper-I, 1 mark per wrong answer in Paper-II |
| Paper Language | English and Hindi |
| Qualifying Marks | 30% for UR, 25% for OBC and EWS, 20% for all other categories |
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Paper-I Syllabus 2026
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series, abstract ideas and symbols, arithmetical computations |
| General Awareness | Current events, everyday observations in scientific aspect, India and neighboring countries - History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, Scientific Research |
| Part-A: Civil Engineering | Engineering Mechanics, Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Construction Materials and Management, Estimating Costing and Valuation, Concrete Structures, Steel Structures, Surveying, Soil Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics, Hydrology and Irrigation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering |
| Part-B: Electrical Engineering | Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, Magnetic Circuits, AC Fundamentals, Measurement and Measuring Instruments, Electrical Machines, Special Electric Machines and Synchronous Generators, Generation Transmission and Distribution, Estimation & Costing, Utilization of Electrical Energy, Basic Electronics, Power Electronics |
| Part-C: Mechanical Engineering | Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Machine Design, Materials Science and Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machinery, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology and Measurement, Advanced Manufacturing Processes |
| Part-D: Computer Science & IT | Engineering Mathematics, Digital Logic, Computer Organization and Architecture, Programming and Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating System, Databases, Computer Networks |
| Part-E: Electronics & Telecommunication | Electronics: Electronic Materials & Components, Diodes, Transistors, Amplifiers & Oscillators, Voltage Regulation, Network Theorems, AC Circuits, Three-Phase Circuits, Resonance, Digital Electronics, Sequential & Combinational Logic, Data Conversion & Codes. Telecommunications: Antennas, Radio Wave Propagation, Electromagnetic Spectrum, Modulation, Single Sideband, Frequency Modulation, Pulse Modulation, Multiplexing, Digital Communication, RF Communications & Wireless Telecommunications |
| Part-F: Physics | Mathematical Methods, Mechanics, General Properties of Matter, Oscillations, Waves, Optics, Electricity, Magnetism, Kinetic Theory, Thermodynamics, Modern Physics, Solid State Physics, Semiconductor Devices, Analog and Digital Electronics |
| Part-G: Telecommunications | Engineering Mathematics, Network Analysis, Signals and Systems, Electronic Devices, Analog Circuits, Digital Circuits, Control Systems, Analog Communications, Digital Communications, Electromagnetics |
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant Paper-II Syllabus 2026
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| Respective Engineering Subject (Part-A to Part-G) | Detailed/advanced syllabus of the same engineering subject opted in Paper-I; Diploma level standard for Civil/Mechanical/Electrical and Graduation level for CS&IT, Electronics & Telecommunication, Physics and Telecommunication |
How Candidates Are Selected for Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026
- Paper-I (CBE
- Qualifying)
- Paper-II (CBE
- Merit)
- Document Verification
Steps to Fill the Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026 Online Form
- Open the official website. Open https://ssc.gov.in and look for the recruitment tab on the home page.
- Read the notification. Open the notification PDF first and match your age, category and qualification against the eligibility table.
- Register yourself. Register once with a mobile number you will keep for the next year — every later notice goes to it.
- Fill the application form. Enter your personal, educational and communication details exactly as they appear on your certificates.
- Upload documents. Upload a recent photograph, signature and the required certificates in the prescribed size and format.
- Pay the application fee. Make the payment for your category and save the transaction reference; the form is incomplete until the payment reflects.
- Submit and save. Review every field once, submit, and keep a printout of the confirmation page, all before 22 September 2026.
SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Telecom) & Scientific Assistant 2026 Official Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Tentative Vacancy Details | Click Here |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Apply online at https://ssc.gov.in from 02.09.2026 to 22.09.2026 (23:00 hours); One-Time Registration (OTR) required; Fee payment up to 23.09.2026 (23:00 hours); Correction window 28.09.2026 to 30.09.2026 with correction charges of Rs. 200 (first time) and Rs. 500 (second time); Fee once paid is non-refundable; Helpline: 180 030 930 63
Documents to Keep Ready
- Matriculation Certificate
- Degree/Diploma Certificates and Mark Sheets of all years/semesters
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste/Category Certificate
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Photo ID proof
- Recent photograph and signature
This page summarises the official notification. Always confirm the details with the original PDF published by Staff Selection Commission before submitting your form.
