SSC JE 2023 Exam Date Out: The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC JE exam dates for Paper 1 for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Quantity Surveying and Contracts. As per the schedule, SSC JE Paper 1 is set to be conducted on October 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2023, while Paper 2 will be conducted on December 4th, 2023.
Get SSC JE 2023 Latest News & Updates
The SSC JE Admit Card for Paper 1 will be out before September 30, 2023, on the regional websites of SSC. The commission has also released the application status for KKR and the South Region. As per the notice released, a total of 1324 SSC JE vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive.
The Staff Selection Commission released the notification for the Junior Engineer post on July 26, 2023, on its official website, ssc.nic.in. The SSC JE online application was active until August 16, 2023. Get the latest updates here.
SSC JE 2023 Latest Update
| Date | Update |
|---|---|
| 26-July-2023 | SSC JE 2023-24 Notification Out |
| 24-May-2023 | SSC JE 2022 Final Result Declared (PDF) |
| 17-May-2023 | SSC JE 2023 Exam Date Out |
| 26-July-2023 | SSC JE Notification Release Date (Expected) |
| 30-Dec-2023 | SSC Exam Calendar 2023-24 Released |
Along with the exam date of the SSC JE 2023 Paper 1 examination, it also released the exam dates of the SSC Stenographer 2023 Exam (Grade “C” and “D”) and SSC JHT 2023 (Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator, and Senior Hindi Translator).
SSC JE 2023 Notification
The SSC JE 2023 notification is out on July 26, 2023, on the official website of the SSC at ssc.nic.in. The recruitment notification will mention all the essential details related to the recruitment, such as the vacancy, exam schedule, eligibility requirement, application fee and procedure, selection process, salary, etc.
SSC JE 2023 Recruitment Highlights
The SSC Junior Engineer is a national-level exam that provides great career opportunities for those aspirants who have completed their engineering.
| SSC JE 2023 | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Exam | SSC JE(Junior Engineer) |
| Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission |
| Branches | Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Quantity Surveying and Contracts |
| SSC JE 2023 Notification | July 26, 2023 |
| Category | Latest Government Jobs |
| Total Vacancies | 1324 |
| Exam Level | National |
| Mode of Exam | Online & Offline |
| Selection Process | Paper 1- Computer Based Test Paper 2- Descriptive Test |
| Official Website | www.ssc.nic.in |
SSC JE 2023 Exam Dates Out
As per the SSC Exam Calendar 2023, the SSC JE Paper 1 will be conducted on October 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2023, while the admit card for Paper 1 will be out in September 2024 (4th week). The SSC JE Paper 2 will be conducted on December 4, 2023.
Candidates who are preparing for the exam must make sure to get the latest update on the exam schedule and other crucial dates related to recruitment.
| Events | Dates(Tentative) |
|---|---|
| SSC JE 2023 Notification Release | 26 July 2023 |
| Application Release | 26 July 2023 |
| Application Submission | 16 August 2023 |
| Application Correction | 18 August 2023 |
| Application Status | September 2023(3rd Week) |
| Admit Card | September 2023( 4th week) |
| SSC JE 2023 Paper 1 Date | October 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2023. |
| Paper 1 Result | TBA |
| SSC JE 2023 Paper 2 Date | 4th December, 2023 |
SSC JE 2023 Vacancy
A total of 1324 SSC JE vacancies will be filled for civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering in various Central Government Departments, including CPWD, MES, BRO, NTRO, and others.
Let’s look at the openings for junior engineers that SSC has advertised in the recruitment notification.
| Name of the Department | Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Border Roads Organization(BRO) | JE (C) – For Male | 431 |
| Border Roads Organization(BRO) | JE (E & M) – For Male | 55 |
| Central Water Commission | JE (C) | 188 |
| Central Water Commission | JE (M) | 23 |
| Central Public Works Department(CPWD) | JE (C) | 421 |
| Central Public Works Department(CPWD) | JE (E) | 124 |
| Military Engineer Services | JE (C) | 29 |
| Military Engineer Services | JE (E & M) | 18 |
| Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation (Brahmaputra Board) | JE (C) | NA |
| Farakka Barrage Project | JE (C) | 15 |
| Farakka Barrage Project | JE (M) | 6 |
| Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (Andaman Lakshadweep Harbour Works) | JE (C) | 7 |
| Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (Andaman Lakshadweep Harbour Works) | JE (M) | 1 |
| National Technical Research Organization(NTRO) | JE (C) | 4 |
| National Technical Research Organization(NTRO) | JE (E) | 1 |
| National Technical Research Organization(NTRO) | JE (M) | 1 |
| Total | 1324 |
SSC JE 2023 Apply Online
The SSC JE 2023 Application Direct Link was active till 16 August 2023. The application process has two parts: online registration and the application form. Candidates can follow the given steps to fill out their SSC Junior Engineer 2023 application.
- Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) at ssc.nic.in.
- On the homepage, find the section of login and click on “register now”.
- Fill in the name, parents’ name, DOB, email address, and phone number.
- Update your Adhar enrolment number as confirmation ID proof and complete our registration with a valid email address and password.
- Candidates can now log in with their registration ID and DOB/password and click on the “Apply” icon.
- Now upload a passport-size photo, your signature, and other required documents as mentioned in the notification.
- Find the option of JE and click on the SSC Junior Engineer 2023 application link.
- Then complete the application form with valid details.
- Submit necessary files, including a passport-size photo (20 KB to 50 KB) and signature (10 KB to 20 KB).
- Submit your application and pay the nominal charges, if applicable. And take a print of your application.
The direct link to apply for the post is provided below. Candidates are advised to complete their registration and application procedures on or before the closing date, i.e., August 16, 2023.
SSC JE 2023 Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the applicable charges for the SSC junior engineering form. The SSC JE Application fee is INR 100 for the general category. The fee can be paid in both online and offline modes. The application fee details are provided below.
- General Category – Rs.100/-
- Female/SC/STESM/PH – NIL
SSC JE 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates are advised to check the SSC JE 2023 eligibility criteria issued by the staff selection commission before applying for the position of junior engineer. Those who match the eligibility requirements, such as age limit, age relaxation, and educational qualification, can apply for the job of junior engineer.
Nationality
- Indian citizen or citizen of Nepal or Bhutan
- Tibetan refugees who settled in India permanently before January 1, 1962.
- POI who migrated from Pakistan, Burma (Myanmar), Shi Lanka, Vietnam, and East African nations such as the United Republic of Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Malawi, Zambia, Zaire, or Ethiopia
Education Qualification
As per the SSC JE qualification, candidates who are interested in the Junior Engineer post must hold a B.Tech/B.E/ Diploma in civil/electrical/mechanical discipline. Candidates can review the educational requirements of various GoI departments in the table below.
| Department | Education Qualification |
|---|---|
| Central Public Work Department (CPWD) Junior Engineer( Civil, Electrical) | B.Tech/B.E/ Diploma in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering |
| Department of Posts Junior Engineer( Civil) | B.Tech. / B.E. / Diploma(3 years) in Civil Engineering |
| Central Water Commission Junior Engineer (Civil & Mechanical) | B.Tech/ B.E/ Diploma in Mechanical or Civil Engineering |
| Military Engineering Service Junior Engineer (QS&C) | B.Tech. / B.E. / Diploma in Civil Engineering or must have passed the Institute of Surveyors’ Intermediate Building and Quantity Surveying (Sub Divisional-II) examination. |
| Military Engineering Service Junior Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical | – B.Tech./B.E./ Diploma(3 years) in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering – Work experience of 2 years in Electrical or Mechanical engineering |
| Military Engineering Service Junior Engineer (Civil) | B. Tech/ B.E./ Diploma in Civil Engineering Work experience of 2 years in Civil Engineering |
SSC JE 2023 Age Limit
The SSC JE Age Limit for various posts under SSC JE Recruitment 2023 is between 27 and 32 years as of August 1, 2023. Note that the age limit varies based on the various GoI departments.
| Department | Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Posts | Junior Engineer(Civil) | 27 years |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) | 30 years |
| Directorate of Quality Assurance(Navel) | Junior Engineer (Electrical, Mechanical) | 30 years |
| National Technical Research Organization | Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) | 30 years |
| Border Road Organization | Junior Engineer (Civil) | 30 years |
| Farakka Barrage Projects | Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) | 30 years |
| Military Engineering Service | Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) | 30 years |
| Military Engineering Service | Junior Engineer ( Quality surveying and contracts) | 27 years |
| Central Public Work Department | Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical) | 32 years |
SSC JE 2023 Related Links
SSC JE 2023 Selection Process
The SSC JE 2023 Selection Process comprises two stages of written examination( Paper 1 and Paper 2), followed by document verification. Paper 1 is an online written examination conducted via CBT mode, whereas Paper 2 is a descriptive exam conducted offline via pen and paper mode.
- Paper 1 Exam
- Paper 2 Exam
- Document verification.
Paper 1
The SSC JE first phase of the exam consists only of objective-type questions. The mode of Paper 1 is online. The exam consists of three sections with a total of 200 marks. There is a negative mark of 0.25 for incorrect responses in the exam. The time duration for the exam is 2 hours.
Paper 2
Those applicants who meet the required cutoff from the Paper 1 exam will appear for Paper 2, which is conducted offline. SSC JE Mains consists of descriptive-type questions. The exam consists of 300 marks, and candidates will have two hours to finish the entire paper.
Candidates can bring their log table, slide rule, calculator, and stream table. Note that there will be no negative marking in the exam.
Document Verification
The DV is the final stage of the selection. Candidates have to bring their original documents along with the photocopies. The list of required documents is mentioned below.
- 10th-grade mark sheet
- 12th-grade mark sheet
- Graduation mark sheet and certificates
- College leaving Certificate
- No Objection Certificate(if any)
- Cast certificate (if any)
- Disability Certificate (if any)
SSC JE 2023 Exam Pattern
The SSC JE Exam Pattern has 2 parts: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 consists of 100 marks, while Paper 2 consists of 300 marks. For both papers, the duration is 2 hours. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks on paper 1.
Candidates can check the details of the exam pattern for both papers below.
Paper 1 Exam Pattern
| Sections | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General intelligence and reasoning | 50 | 50 | |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Part A-General Engineering (Civil) OR Part B-General Engineering (Mechanical) OR Part C-General Engineering (Electrical) | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 2 hours |
Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Section | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Part A- General Engineering (Civil and Structure) OR Part B- General Engineering(Electrical) OR Part C- General Engineering(Mechanical) | 300 | 2 hours |
SSC JE 2023 Syllabus
Aspirants who are preparing for the exam must check the updated SSC JE syllabus. Knowing the syllabus helps the candidates make the best preparation strategies. The SSC JE syllabus includes three subjects: general intelligence and reasoning, general awareness, and general engineering (civil/mechanical/electrical).
Candidates can check the subject-wise syllabus for SSC JE below.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| SSC JE General intelligence and reasoning | space visualisation, similarities, and differences, analysis, decision-making, Matrix, blood relation, distance and direction, arithmetic operations, number series, word formation, seating arrangement, Venn diagram, classification, and discrimination. |
| SSC JE General Awareness | Indian constitution, history, geography, economics, books and author, current affairs sports, awards, and honour. |
| SSC JE Civil Engineering | space visualisation, similarities, and differences, analysis, and decision-making. Matrix, blood relation, distance and direction, arithmetic operations, number series, word formation, seating arrangement, Venn diagram, classification, and discrimination. |
| SSC JE Mechanical | Boilers, laws of thermodynamics, fluid kinematics, fluid statics, centrifugal pumps, refrigeration cycle, measurement of fluid pressure, air compressor and its cycle, principles, and classification of steel, hydraulic turbines, nozzle, and steam turbines. |
| SSC JE Electrical | AC fundamentals, magnetic circuits, utilisation of electrical energy, estimation and costing, transmission and distribution, fractional KV motors and single-phase induction motors, and electrical machines. |
SSC JE 2023 Preparation Books
Choosing the right preparation books is the key to cracking the exam. Candidates should only stick to the best SSC JE books. Candidates should review SSC JE’s previous year’s question papers and take the regular mock tests for SSC JE preparation.
Some of the best SSC JE books are SSC JE (CPWD/CWC/MES), General Intelligence and Reasoning and General Awareness by G.K. Publication, and General Knowledge by Lucent’s
Some of the best subject-wise prep books are listed in the table below.
| Subject | Book | Author |
|---|---|---|
| General intelligence and reasoning | SSC JE (CPWD/CWC/MES) General Intelligence & Reasoning and General Awareness | G.K. Publication |
| General Awareness | General Knowledge | Lucent’s |
| General Engineering(Electrical) | SSC JE: Civil Engineering – Topicwise Conventional Solved Papers | Made Easy Publications |
| General Engineering(Mechanical) | SSC Junior Engineer Mechanical Recruitment Exam Guide 4th Edition | Disha Publication |
| General Engineering (Civil and Structure) | SSC JE Civil Engineering Previous Year Topic-wise Objective Solved Papers | Made Easy Publications |
SSC JE 2023 Admit Card
The staff selection commission will issue the SSC JE Admit Card 2023 a few days before the examination. The commission has released the application status for the KKR and SR regions on the respective SSC regional websites. As per the reports, the admit card will be out in the 4th week of September 2023. The admission card will be released region-wise.
The SSC JE admit call will include all the essential details, such as the exam centre, timing, locations, roll number, etc. Candidates can download their admit cards through the regional websites of the SSC by using their registration number and DOB/password.
SSC JE 2023 Result & Cut-off
After conducting the Paper 1 exam, the commission will release the answer key. With their login information, each candidate will be able to access the SSC JE answer key and response sheet. The commission will release the SSC JE results for each stage separately.
The cutoff is released category-wise. The SSC JE cut-off is the minimum mark that candidates must obtain in order to qualify for further rounds. The cut-off for Paper 1 and Paper 1+2 (combined) is released separately.
SSC JE Salary
The Junior Engineer is a group B non-gazetted post. The SSC JE Salary is from Rs. 35400 to Rs. 112400 while the in-hand salary is Rs.44,000(approx.) with grade pay of Rs.4200 as per the 7th pay commission. Apart from the Basic salary, the selected candidates will get various allowances, such as:
- HRA (House rent allowance)
- DA (Dearness allowance)
- TA(Travel Allowance)
- FPA
- MA(Medical Allowance)
- Miscellaneous
Quick Links
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| SSC Stenographer 2023 | Click Here |
SSC JE 2023 Recruitment FAQs
Ans- The SSC JE Admit Card will be out in the 4th week of September 2023.
Ans- The SSC Junior Engineer 2023 exam date for paper 1 is October 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2023.
Ans- The SSC Junior Engineer 2023 notification is out on July 26, 2023.
Ans- The selection of candidates for SSC JE is based on the written examinations (Paper 1 and Paper 2) followed by document verification.
Ans- As per the SSC JE qualification, candidates must have a B.Tech., B.E., or diploma in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering.
Ans- The maximum age to apply for the post is 32 years. Note that the upper age limit may vary depending on the post and the departments.
Ans- The SSC Junior Engineer Paper 1 is conducted online via CBT, whereas Paper 2 is conducted offline via pen and paper mode.
Ans- The SSC JE full form is Staff Selection Commission Junior Engineers.
When is the SSC JE test in 2023?
The commission’s yearly calendar has the SSC JE 2023 exam date announced. It is anticipated that the tier 1 exam will take place in the month of October 2023. Moreover, the commission has not yet disclosed the date of the SSC JE Tier 2 exam.
How to complete the SSC JE online application form 2023?
On July 26, 2023, the SSC JE application form will be made available. To fill out your educational requirements, personal information, and application fee, you must first register. Once you are logged in with your registration ID and password, you can continue. It is not necessary for applicants who have already registered to do so again in order to complete the SSC JE application form.
What distinguishes the JE positions at SSC and RRB?
The RRB JE test is administered by the Railway Ministry, and successful applicants are hired as engineers by the Indian Railways. The SSC JE exam, on the other hand, is used to appoint applicants to several government ministries. Furthermore, the SSC JE notification is released annually, whereas the RRB JE notification is only released every two or three years.
How many papers will be in the SSC Junior Engineer examination?
The SSC JE exam is divided into two parts, paper 1 and paper 2. Unlike paper 2, which is descriptive in character, paper 1 is objective.
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