SSC JE 2026 (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical): Apply 2 to 22 September
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SSC accepted applications for the Junior Engineer exam from 2 to 22 September 2026; Paper-I is proposed for 2 to 6 November 2026.
At a glance
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Last date | 22 September 2026 |
| Status | Closed |
| Branches | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical |
| Stages | Paper-I, Paper-II, document verification |
| Mock tests | Civil, Mechanical and Electrical Paper-I and Paper-II practice mocks at pratiyogitakosh.com/exams/ssc-je |
Important dates
| Applications | 2 to 22 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Paper-I (computer-based) | 2 to 6 November 2026 (proposed dates, SSC notice of 1 October) |
| Paper-II | December 2026 (tentative) |
Details
Junior Engineer posts are filled in departments such as CPWD, MES and others through two papers. Paper-I is planned for October or November 2026 and Paper-II for December 2026. Dates are tentative. Always confirm the final details in the official notification.
Syllabus and mock tests: the Paper-I and Paper-II syllabus and pattern are summarised in our SSC JE 2026 syllabus posts, and full-length practice mocks for Civil, Mechanical and Electrical (Paper-I and Paper-II) are on Pratiyogita Kosh at pratiyogitakosh.com/exams/ssc-je. These are original practice papers, not official ones.
How to apply
- Watch the SSC notice board for the exam city slip.
- Revise your core engineering subjects.
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This post is a plain-language summary prepared by Pratiyogita Kosh from public information. We are not the conducting body. Please verify all dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply.