The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the recruitment drive for 1340 Junior Engineer (JE) vacancies across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines. The online application process began on 30th June 2025 and will remain open until 21st July 2025 on the SSC’s official website — ssc.gov.in. This is a great opportunity for diploma holders aspiring to work in government technical roles. While there’s no minimum age limit, the maximum age varies between 30 to 32 years depending on the post, as of 1st August 2025. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to go through the full notification and apply within the deadline.
SSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC Junior Engineer (JE) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Posts | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Government Job |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
| Vacancies | 1340 Posts |
Key Highlights – SSC JE 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 June 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 30 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 22 July 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 01–02 August 2025 |
| Paper-I (CBT) Exam Date | 27–31 October 2025 |
| Paper-II Exam Date | Jan–Feb 2026 (Tentative) |
| Total Vacancies | 1340 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Posts & Departments
The SSC JE 2025 recruitment is for posts across the following organizations:
- Border Roads Organization (BRO)
- Central Public Works Department (CPWD)
- Central Water Commission (CWC)
- Military Engineer Services (MES)
- DGQA, Ministry of Defence
- Farakka Barrage Project
- Central Water and Power Research Station
- Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti
- National Technical Research Organization (NTRO)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 01.01.2026):
- Degree or Diploma in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute.
- 2 years of work experience with diploma for some departments (e.g., BRO, MES)
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 to 32 years (depending on the department).
- Age relaxation as per government guidelines for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and other groups.
Post-Wise Eligibility Criteria (As on 01.01.2026)
| S. No. | Department/Organization | Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | JE (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering OR 3-Year Diploma + 2 Years’ Experience | Up to 30 Years (Only Male Candidates) |
| JE (E&M) | Degree in Electrical/Mechanical OR 3-Year Diploma in Elec./Mech./Auto + 2 Years’ Experience | Up to 30 Years | ||
| 2 | Brahmaputra Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | JE (Civil) | 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 Years |
| 3 | Central Water Commission (CWC) | JE (Civil) | Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 Years |
| JE (Mechanical) | Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | Up to 30 Years | ||
| 4 | Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 32 Years |
| JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering | Up to 32 Years | ||
| 5 | Central Water and Power Research Station | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 Years |
| JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | Up to 30 Years | ||
| 6 | DGQA – Naval, Ministry of Defence | JE (Mechanical) | Degree in Mechanical Engineering OR 3-Year Diploma + 2 Years’ Experience | Up to 30 Years |
| JE (Electrical) | Degree in Electrical Engineering OR 3-Year Diploma + 2 Years’ Experience | Up to 30 Years | ||
| 7 | Farakka Barrage Project | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 Years |
| JE (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | Up to 30 Years | ||
| 8 | Military Engineer Services (MES) | JE (Civil) | Degree OR 3-Year Diploma + 2 Years’ Experience | Up to 30 Years |
| JE (E&M) | Degree OR 3-Year Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical + 2 Years’ Experience | Up to 30 Years | ||
| 9 | National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | JE (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering | Up to 30 Years |
Pay Scale
- Level-6: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Selection Process
- Paper I – Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Objective-type test (100 General Engineering + 100 General + Reasoning) - Paper II – CBT (Descriptive Engineering Paper)
Engineering-specific questions (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical) - Document Verification
Negative Marking:
- Paper I: 0.25 marks
- Paper II: 1 mark
SSC JE Recruitment 2025 – Exam Pattern
🔹 Paper-I (Objective) – 2 Hours
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 Hours |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| General Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical – as per candidate’s stream) | 100 | 100 |
🔹 Paper-II (Descriptive) – 2 Hours
| Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A: General Engineering (Civil & Structural) | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Part-B: General Engineering (Electrical) | ||
| Part-C: General Engineering (Mechanical) |
Both papers will be conducted online.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
- Correction Fee: ₹200 (1st time), ₹500 (2nd time)
How to Apply
- Visit ssc.gov.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload your photo and signature (or use Aadhaar-based authentication).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and print the application for future reference.
Important Notes
- Only male candidates are eligible for JE posts in BRO.
- Aadhaar-based authentication is recommended.
- Candidates opting for scribe support must follow special guidelines and upload required certificates.
SSC JE 2025 Syllabus Details
1. General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies, similarities, differences
- Space visualization, spatial orientation
- Problem-solving, analysis, judgment
- Decision making, visual memory
- Discrimination, observation
- Relationship concepts
- Arithmetical reasoning, number series
- Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
- Classification, coding-decoding
2. General Awareness
- Indian history, culture, and geography
- Indian polity and constitution
- Economic scene
- General science and technology
- Environmental studies
- Current events (national + international)
- Government schemes and initiatives
3. General Engineering – Subject Wise
Part-A: Civil & Structural Engineering
- Building Materials
- Estimating, Costing, and Valuation
- Surveying
- Soil Mechanics
- Hydraulics
- Irrigation Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Theory of Structures
- Concrete Technology
- RCC and Steel Design
Part-B: Electrical Engineering
- Basic concepts and Circuit Laws
- Magnetic Circuit
- AC Fundamentals
- Measurement & Measuring Instruments
- Electrical Machines (DC & AC)
- Transformers and Motors
- Fractional kW Motors and Single-phase Induction Motors
- Synchronous Machines
- Generation, Transmission & Distribution
- Switchgears & Protection
- Utilization of Electrical Energy
- Estimation and Costing
- Basic Electronics (Diodes, Transistors, Amplifiers, etc.)
Part-C: Mechanical Engineering
- Theory of Machines and Design
- Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials
- Thermodynamics (1st and 2nd Law)
- IC Engines (Otto & Diesel Cycles)
- Boilers, Compressors, and Turbines
- Rankine Cycle, Refrigeration Cycle
- Fluid Mechanics & Machinery (Pumps, Turbines)
- Production Engineering (Welding, Casting, Machining)
- Metal Cutting Principles
- Properties of Fluids, Bernoulli’s Theorem
- Foundry and Forging Processes
Exam Centres
SSC JE 2025 will be conducted across India in 9 regions (CR, NR, ER, WR, SR, KKR, NWR, MPR, NER). Candidates can select 3 preferences for test centres.
Final Words
SSC JE 2025 exam is an excellent chance for engineers seeking a secure and fulfilling government job. With more than 1300 vacancies, this is the time to join top departments such as CPWD, BRO, MES, and others
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