SSC JE Notification 2025 – Overview

SSC JE Notification 2025 | Overview

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will soon release its notification for the Junior Engineer (JE) exam, which covers Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering posts.

This exam is an excellent opportunity for candidates aged between 18 and 32 who hold a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant engineering fields.

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Key Details

• Notification Release Date: Expected on 5th August 2025 (Tuesday) on the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in).
• Application Process: Online registration begins on 5th August 2025 and will continue until 28th August 2025.
• Exam Pattern: The exam is conducted in two stages:
  • Paper 1: A computer-based test (CBT) to assess general technical skills and knowledge.
  • Paper 2: Another computer-based test to further test candidates’ engineering domain knowledge.
• Selection Process: Involves the two CBT papers followed by document verification.
• Salary Level: The selected candidates will receive a salary at Level-6, which ranges from approximately Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 112,400.
• Job Category: Group B (Non-Gazetted)
• Job Locations: Various posts are available across India.
• Vacancies: Detailed vacancy numbers will be provided in the official notification.

Departments and Posts

The SSC JE recruitment will include posts in several departments such as:

• Border Roads Organization (Civil, Electrical & Mechanical)
• Brahmaputra Board under the Ministry of Jal Shakti (Civil)
• Central Water Commission (Mechanical and Civil)
• Central Public Works Department (Electrical and Civil)
• Central Water and Power Research Station (Electrical and Civil)
• DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence (Mechanical and Electrical)
• Farakka Barrage Project, Ministry of Jal Shakti (Civil and Electrical)
• Military Engineer Services (Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical)
• National Technical Research Organization (Civil)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications:

• For Civil Posts: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution, along with required work experience.
• For Electrical/Mechanical Posts: Candidates should possess a degree or diploma in the respective engineering field, along with two years of relevant experience (as specified for some posts).

Age Limit:

• Most posts have an age limit of up to 30 years, while some may have an upper limit of 32 years.
• Specific date ranges will be provided in the notification (e.g., candidates must be born between certain dates).

Additional Requirements:

• Some posts may require work experience in planning, execution, or maintenance of projects in the relevant field.

Application Process

1. Visit the Official SSC Website: Go to ssc.gov.in.
2. Registration: New users need to register and create a unique registration number.
3. Fill the Application Form: Complete the online form with personal, educational, and professional details.
4. Upload Documents: Upload your recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
5. Payment of Fee: The application fee for General candidates is Rs. 100, while SC/ST/PwD/Ex-servicemen are exempt.
6. Submit: Review all details and submit the form before the deadline (28th August 2025).

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 5th August 2025
• Application Window: 5th August to 28th August 2025
• Exam Dates: Tentatively scheduled between October and November 2025 (for Paper 1) and further dates for Paper 2 will be announced later.

Exam Pattern (Brief) of SSC JE

• Tier 1: Objective-type questions covering both general and technical subjects.
• Tier 2: Focuses on technical domain-specific knowledge.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in both tiers.

SSC JE Previous Year Trends

Looking at the past trends, hundreds of vacancies are usually filled each year. For instance:

• In 2024, around 1,765 vacancies were filled.
• In 2023, about 1,324 vacancies.
• The number may vary based on departmental requirements.

Final Steps on SSC JE Notification 2025

After the exam, candidates will undergo document verification. Successful candidates will be posted in various departments, enjoying a stable government job with a competitive salary and benefits.