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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2025 notification for Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical branches. This exam is one of the most awaited government job opportunities for engineering diploma and degree holders who aspire to work in prestigious departments like CPWD, BRO, MES, and others.
The SSC JE 2025 aims to recruit over 1,700+ engineers across India. With steady career growth, high pay scales, and central government job benefits, the SSC JE exam continues to be among the most competitive exams for engineers.
SSC JE Recruitment Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 June 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 30 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 July 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | November 2025 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | December 2025 |
| Result Declaration | February 2026 |
Candidates must regularly check the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for any changes in exam schedule or admit card updates.
SSC JE Recruitment Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for SSC JE 2025 is 1,731 across various central government departments such as:
- CPWD (Central Public Works Department)
- MES (Military Engineer Services)
- BRO (Border Roads Organization)
- CWC (Central Water Commission)
- NTRO (National Technical Research Organization)
Vacancy distribution by branch:
- Civil Engineering: ~950 posts
- Mechanical Engineering: ~450 posts
- Electrical Engineering: ~330 posts
SSC JE Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2025
Educational Qualification:
- Civil Engineer: Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineer: Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineer: Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2025):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 32 years
- Age relaxation as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories.
Nationality: Candidate must be an Indian citizen or as per SSC’s nationality criteria.
How to Apply for SSC JE 2025 Online
- Visit ssc.gov.in
- Register yourself using email ID and mobile number.
- Login and fill the SSC JE 2025 online form.
- Choose your engineering stream and department preferences.
- Upload scanned documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay application fees online (₹100 for General/OBC; exempted for others).
- Submit and download your confirmation receipt.
👉 Tip: Keep your SSC registration details safe for future downloads (admit card, results, etc.).
SSC JE Recruitment Exam Pattern 2025
| Paper | Mode | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Online (Objective) | General Intelligence, General Awareness, Engineering Discipline | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 | Descriptive | Engineering Discipline | 300 | 2 hours |
Marking Scheme:
- +1 for correct answers
- -0.25 for each wrong answer
SSC JE Syllabus 2025
General Awareness:
Current Affairs, Indian Polity, Economy, Geography, Environment, and Science.
General Intelligence & Reasoning:
Analogies, Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Logical Reasoning.
Engineering Paper:
Topics based on your stream – Strength of Materials, Fluid Mechanics, Power Systems, Machine Design, Thermodynamics, etc.
Preparation Strategy for SSC JE 2025
- Focus on technical topics as 60% weightage lies in engineering paper.
- Practice mock tests regularly to enhance speed and accuracy.
- Revise important formulas and short tricks.
- Follow daily current affairs updates from trusted sources.
- Balance Paper 1 (objective) and Paper 2 (descriptive) equally.
Why SSC JE 2025 Is a Golden Opportunity
- Permanent central government post.
- Attractive pay scale (Level 6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400).
- Career growth and promotions.
- Opportunity to serve in prestigious engineering departments.
✅ Conclusion
The SSC JE 2025 Notification opens the door to a secure and rewarding career in the engineering sector under the Central Government. Don’t wait for last-minute rushes—start applying early and prepare strategically.
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