SSC JE 2026 Paper 1 is scheduled from 2 to 6 November 2026 in computer-based mode. The Staff Selection Commission’s Junior Engineer exam recruits Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and other engineers for central government departments such as CPWD, MES, Central Water Commission, BRO and others, with about 1,748 tentative vacancies. JE posts carry Level 6 pay, making SSC JE 2026 one of the best central jobs for diploma and BTech holders from Kerala.
SSC JE 2026 – Key Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission |
| Posts | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) and related posts |
| Tentative vacancies | About 1,748 |
| Paper 1 (CBT) | 2 – 6 November 2026 |
| Paper 2 | Date to be announced |
| Pay | Level 6 (₹35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Exam Pattern (General)
| Paper | Content |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 (CBT) | General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Engineering (Civil/Structural, Electrical or Mechanical) |
| Paper 2 | Descriptive/technical paper in the chosen engineering branch |
Paper 1 is used for shortlisting for Paper 2. The final merit is based on the stages as per the notice. Negative marking applies in the CBT as notified.
Admit Card and Exam City
SSC issues the exam city slip and admit card through the candidate login on ssc.gov.in a few days before the exam. Kerala candidates fall under the Karnataka-Kerala Region, so check centre details carefully. Read our SSC Admit Card guide.
Last-Minute Preparation for SSC JE 2026
- Engineering section: Revise high-weightage topics – for Civil: building materials, RCC, soil mechanics, surveying, estimation; for Electrical: machines, circuits, power systems, measurements; for Mechanical: thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, strength of materials, production.
- Reasoning: Practise series, coding, analogy and puzzles daily.
- General awareness: Revise static GK and recent current affairs.
- Take at least three full mocks before 2 November.
Departments Recruiting Through SSC JE
- Central Public Works Department (CPWD)
- Military Engineer Services (MES)
- Central Water Commission
- Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
- Farakka Barrage Project and others as notified
After Paper 1
Watch for the answer key and objection window on ssc.gov.in. Shortlisted candidates will take Paper 2; prepare descriptive answers in your branch immediately.
Read our Civil Engineer Jobs in Kerala and SSC Exam Calendar 2026-27 guides.
Exam Day Checklist
Carry your printed admit card and an original photo ID, and reach the centre well before the reporting time, as biometric checks take time. Do not carry electronic devices. During the exam, attempt the general sections quickly to save time for engineering questions, and avoid guessing on questions you are unsure about because of negative marking. After the exam, note down the topics asked to help with Paper 2 preparation and for analysing the answer key later.
SSC JE 2026: Quick Checklist for Candidates
Use this simple checklist to stay on track with SSC JE 2026 updates and avoid last-minute problems.
- Bookmark the official website and check it regularly instead of relying on forwarded messages.
- Keep your registration number, password and date of birth details safe.
- Download admit cards, results and notices as soon as they are released and keep a printed copy.
- Carry an original photo ID and the documents listed in the official notice on exam or verification day.
- Continue preparation for the next stage while waiting for results.
Staying organised in this way helps you make the most of SSC JE 2026 and move confidently to the next stage.
We review and update this SSC JE 2026 guide whenever official notices or rules change. Bookmark this page, share it with friends who need it, and always confirm the latest details on the official website before you take any step.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is SSC JE 2026 Paper 1?
From 2 to 6 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
About 1,748 tentative vacancies.
What is the pay level?
Level 6, ₹35,400 – 1,12,400.
When is Paper 2?
SSC will announce the Paper 2 date separately.
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