The online submission window for the SSC JE 2026 Application Form closes today, September 22, 2026, for 1,748 Junior Engineer and Scientific Assistant vacancies.
Candidates have until September 23 to complete fee payments, while the application correction window runs from September 28 to September 30, 2026.
Review key schedule details, eligibility requirements, and official links to finalize your application on ssc.gov.in.
Urgent Application Deadline Notice
If you are applying for central government roles, verify your personal credentials and scanned documents before final submission. Candidates exploring other technical career pathways can also review the CPRI Engineering Officer Recruitment 2026 notification.
Do not wait until the final hour to submit your form. High traffic volume on the ssc.gov.in server close to 11:00 PM today may cause connection timeouts or payment processing failures.
The Staff Selection Commission is conducting this recruitment drive to fill 1,748 vacancies across Central Government departments. Candidates who complete basic registration today get a short grace period until tomorrow night to finish paying their application fee.
Key Dates and Schedule Summary
Keep track of every critical milestone in the SSC JE 2026 recruitment cycle to ensure your application remains active and valid.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Crucial Date for Age Limit | 2026-08-01 |
| Notification Date | 2026-09-02 |
| Application Start Date | 2026-09-02 |
| Application Deadline | 2026-09-22 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 2026-09-23 |
| Application Correction Window Start | 2026-09-28 |
| Application Correction Window End | 2026-09-30 |
| Paper-I Exam (tentative) | October 2026 |
| Paper-II Exam (tentative) | December 2026 |
Following the closure of the fee payment portal on September 23, 2026, the commission will open a three day window for applicants to correct minor errors in their submitted forms.
Vacancy Breakdown and Post Details
The 2026 exam cycle offers opportunities across five technical posts in central government departments, including traditional engineering streams and newly integrated roles.
- Junior Engineer (Civil): Open to degree or diploma holders in Civil Engineering.
- Junior Engineer (Electrical): Requires a degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering.
- Junior Engineer (Mechanical): Requires a degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- Junior Engineer (Telecom): Open to candidates holding a degree or diploma in Telecom Engineering.
- Scientific Assistant (IMD): Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science with Physics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics.
Successful recruits enter Government service under Pay Level 6, with a basic pay scale of Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 plus applicable Central Government allowances.
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits
Candidates must meet all age and educational requirements on or before the crucial dates fixed by the commission.
- Crucial Age Date: August 1, 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years (varies by specific department standards)
- SC / ST Age Relaxation: 5 years
- OBC Age Relaxation: 3 years
- PwBD Age Relaxation: 10 years
Educational qualifications require a BE or BTech degree, or a 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering branch (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Telecom). For the Scientific Assistant post in IMD, a Science degree in a relevant discipline is mandatory.
Application Fee Payment Guidelines
Candidates must ensure their payment status updates to Success on the candidate dashboard before the fee deadline expires.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved / Others | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD | Exempted |
Female candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are completely exempted from paying the application fee. They should confirm that their form status reads Submitted without waiting for fee confirmation.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of two Computer Based Tests followed by Document Verification by the allocated department. Interview rounds stand discontinued for Group B Non-Gazetted posts.
Paper-I (Prelims CBT)
- Total Marks: 200 marks
- Duration: 2 hours
- Sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning (50 marks), General Awareness (50 marks), General Engineering (100 marks)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer
Paper-II (Mains CBT)
- Total Marks: 300 marks
- Duration: 2 hours
- Content: Subject-specific domain test (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Telecom)
- Negative Marking: 1.00 mark deducted per wrong answer
Application Correction Window Details
If you discover a typo or incorrect entry in your submitted form, the commission provides a dedicated modification window from September 28, 2026 to September 30, 2026.
During this period, candidates can log into ssc.gov.in to update personal information, clear photograph mismatches, or correct educational details by paying the prescribed uniform correction fee.
Year over Year Comparison (2025 vs 2026)
Understanding changes in the exam format, timeline, and post availability helps candidates adjust their preparation strategy.
| Event | Date | Status / Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Crucial Date for Age Limit | 2026-08-01 | Reference Date |
| Notification Date | 2026-09-02 | Official Release |
| Application Start Date | 2026-09-02 | Portal Opens |
| Application Deadline | 2026-09-22 | Critical Deadline |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 2026-09-23 | Critical Deadline |
| Application Correction Window Start | 2026-09-28 | Correction Start |
| Application Correction Window End | 2026-09-30 | Correction Closes |
The addition of Junior Engineer (Telecom) and Scientific Assistant (IMD) increases total vacancies to 1,748 while expanding options for diploma holders in electronics and telecom branches.
Direct Action Steps for Applicants
- Go directly to the official portal at ssc.gov.in.
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
- Complete any remaining form entries in the Junior Engineer section.
- Upload clear photographs and signature scans following the specified file dimensions.
- Submit the application form before the cutoff time of 11:00 PM today.
- Pay the Rs. 100 fee online if applicable before tomorrow's fee deadline.
- Download and save the PDF copy of your filled application form for future reference.
Official Links and Reference Information
Use these official links to complete your application and track future announcements:
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
- Candidate Login & Application Portal: SSC Portal Direct Apply Link