SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Examination — Eligibility, Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Junior Engineer (JE) Examination to recruit engineers for various posts in departments and organizations of the Government of India. It is a prominent opportunity for candidates with a Diploma or Degree in engineering. The selection process consists of two stages: a computer-based objective test (Paper-I) and a conventional descriptive test (Paper-II), both designed to assess the candidate's technical knowledge and general aptitude.
📌 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
A candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, to permanently settle here.
Age Limit
The upper age limit varies depending on the department:
- Up to 32 years: For posts in the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) and Central Water Commission (CWC).
- Up to 30 years: For posts in most other departments like the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), Military Engineer Services (MES), and National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO).
Age relaxation is available for reserved categories (OBC, SC/ST, PwBD) as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
A candidate must have a Diploma or a Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university or institution. The relevant disciplines are:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Some departments may also require a certain amount of work experience for specific posts, which will be detailed in the official notification.
✍️ Exam Syllabus & Pattern
Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination)
This is an objective-type test that serves as the first stage of selection.
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Total Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 Hours |
| B | General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| C | General Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical) | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Syllabus for Paper-I
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Includes verbal and non-verbal reasoning, analogies, problem-solving, decision making, and spatial visualization.
- General Awareness: Covers current events, history, geography, culture, economic scene, general polity, and scientific research.
- General Engineering: This section is specific to the candidate's chosen discipline (Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical) and covers the fundamental concepts of that branch.
Paper-II (Descriptive Written Test)
Candidates who qualify Paper-I are eligible to appear for Paper-II.
- Type: Descriptive / Conventional
- Subject: General Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical)
- Maximum Marks: 300
- Duration: 2 Hours
This paper requires candidates to write detailed theoretical answers, solve numerical problems, and draw diagrams based on the in-depth syllabus of their engineering discipline.
👉 Note
- The final selection is made based on the combined performance in both Paper-I and Paper-II.
- For full official syllabus & eligibility, refer to SSC official notification.
☞ Tip for Aspirants: Always refer to the latest official notification for syllabus and eligibility details as they may change year to year.