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Exam overview
A major destination for polytechnic diploma holders, offering government pay scales without a degree.
SSC-JE
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SSC JE
Last updated · Confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website before you apply.
Junior Engineer posts in central government departments
Who can appear
Eligibility to appear
Diploma
Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Quantity Surveying A diploma or degree in the relevant engineering branch. The exact qualification and upper age limit differ by department and post - check the current notification.
Eligibility to appear is not the same as eligibility to be admitted. Individual institutions add their own criteria on top of the exam's rules.
Overview
What this exam is
SSC JE is the Staff Selection Commission Junior Engineer Examination.
What it is used for. Junior Engineer posts in central government departments.
A major destination for polytechnic diploma holders, offering government pay scales without a degree.
AdmissionProcess
Who can take it, and how it runs
Who can appear. Diploma or degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Quantity Surveying.
How often. Once a year.
Format. Computer-based.
Conducted by. Staff Selection Commission.
Dates, eligibility and the paper pattern change from year to year. Check the current official notification before you plan around any of this.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
What is SSC JE used for?
Junior Engineer posts in central government departments.
Who is eligible to appear for SSC JE?
Diploma or degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Quantity Surveying. Confirm this against the current official notification, because eligibility rules are revised between sessions.
How often is SSC JE held, and in what format?
Once a year. Computer-based.
Who conducts SSC JE?
Staff Selection Commission.