SSC JE Exam Date 2026, Paper 1 & 2 Schedule, Check Now

As per the official SSC JE Notification 2026, the Paper-I examination is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026, while Paper-II is expected to be held in December 2026. Candidates should keep track of the latest SSC updates regarding the detailed exam schedule, city intimation, admit card and other examination instructions. This article provides the latest information on the SSC JE Exam Date 2026, important timelines and other key updates to help candidates plan their preparation effectively.

What is the expected date of SSC JE 2026?

As per the official SSC JE Notification 2026, Paper-I is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026, while Paper-II is expected to be conducted in December 2026. The detailed exam dates will be announced separately by SSC.

What are the important dates of SSC JE 2026?

SSC JE 2026 notification is out on 2nd September 2026, and the online application process also begins on 2nd September, 2026 itself. While other important dates such as the last date to apply, fee payment, correction window, and Paper-II exam date are also notified. The details of all the important dates related to the SSC JE 2026 Exam Dates are provided below:

What is SSC JE Selection Process 2026?

The Selection Process 2026 includes Paper I, Paper II, and Document Verification. A major change this year is that Paper I is qualifying in nature, while the final merit and allotment are based on Paper II marks and the candidate's post/organization preference.

• Paper I: Objective-type Computer-Based Examination. It is qualifying in nature and is used to shortlist candidates for Paper II.
• Paper II: Objective-type Computer-Based Examination of the relevant engineering/technical subject. Paper II marks are used for final merit.
• Document Verification: Conducted by the concerned User Department for provisionally shortlisted candidates after the declaration of the final result.

Note: The minimum qualifying marks in Paper I and Paper II are 30% for UR, 25% for OBC/EWS, and 20% for all other categories.

What is SSC JE Paper 1 Exam Pattern?

The SSC JE Exam Pattern of Paper 1 consists of objective-type questions covering General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and the respective engineering subject chosen by the candidate.

Time Duration: 2 Hours

With Scribe: 2 Hours 40 Minutes

Important Points:

Other important points are as follows:

• General Intelligence & Reasoning and General Awareness are compulsory for all candidates.
• Candidates must attempt the technical subject selected in the application form as per their educational qualification.
• Paper I is qualifying in nature and its marks are used only for shortlisting candidates for Paper II.
• Both Paper I and Paper II consist of objective-type Multiple Choice Questions.
• Questions are available in Hindi and English only.
• There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in Paper I.
• A scientific calculator is available on the computer screen during the examination. Physical calculators and tables are not allowed inside the exam lab.

What is SSC JE Paper 2 Exam Pattern?

SSC JE Paper 2 is an objective-type Computer-Based Examination, not a descriptive exam. It consists of 100 questions carrying 300 marks, based on the technical subject selected by the candidate. The normalized marks obtained in Paper II are used to determine the final merit. 

• Duration: 2 Hours
• With Scribe: 2 Hours 40 Minutes

Important Points:

Other important points are as follows:

• Paper II is conducted in Computer-Based Examination (CBE) mode.
• Questions are objective-type and subject-specific.
• Candidates must attempt the subject selected in their application form according to their educational qualification.
• 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in Paper II.
• Only normalized Paper II marks are used for determining final merit.
• A scientific calculator is provided on-screen for use during the examination.
• Physical calculators, tables or similar aids are not permitted inside the examination lab.

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What are SSC JE Exam Shift Timings for Paper I?

SSC JE Exam Shift Timings for Paper I is expected to be conducted in three shifts: Shift 1 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Shift 2 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, and Shift 3 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Based on last year's schedule followed by SSC, shift timings are as follows:

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SSC Junior Engineer exam centre details

The SSC Junior Exam 2026 will be held at various centers across different regions of India. Each region has specific examination centers to accommodate candidates from various states and Union Territories. The details of the Exam Centres are as follows:

What are the key takeaways?

Below are the the key takeaways from this article:

• SSC JE 2026 Notification was released on 2nd September 2026, and applications are open from 2nd to 22nd September 2026. 
• Paper-I is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026, while Paper-II is scheduled for December 2026. 
• The exact SSC JE exam dates and shift timings will be announced separately by SSC.
• Candidates must select the appropriate post and technical subject while filling out the application form, based on their educational qualification. 

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