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Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer Examination Recruitment 2026 Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern

Get the complete subject-wise syllabus, exam pattern, questions distribution, total marks, and marking scheme for Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer Examination Recruitment 2026 conducted by ssc. Download the official syllabus PDF below.

Total Questions
300 Qs
Total Marks
500 Marks
Duration
8 hours (480 mins)
Mode of Exam
CBT / Written

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer Examination Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern 2026

Subject-wise questions, maximum marks, and duration distribution

Subject / SectionNumber of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
General Intelligence and Reasoning50502 Hours
General Awareness50502 Hours
General Engineering (Civil & Structural) / General Engineering (Electrical) / General Engineering (Mechanical) / General Engineering (Computer Science and Information Technology) / General Engineering (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering) / Phys1001002 Hours
General Engineering (Civil & Structural) / General Engineering (Electrical) / General Engineering (Mechanical) / General Engineering (Computer Science and Information Technology) / General Engineering (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering) / Phys1003002 Hours
Total300 Qs500 Marks8 hours (480 mins)

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer Examination Recruitment 2026 Topic-Wise Syllabus 2026

Detailed breakdown of topics and concepts asked in each subject

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Official Curriculum

Analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, decision-making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series, abstract ideas and symbols and their relationships, arithmetical computations, and other analytical functions.

General Awareness

Official Curriculum

General awareness of the environment, current events, everyday observations and experience in their scientific aspect, knowledge of India and its neighboring countries, especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity and Scientific Research.

Part-A (Civil Engineering)

Official Curriculum

Engineering Mechanics, Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Construction Materials and Management, Estimating, Costing and Valuation, Concrete Structures, Steel Structures, Surveying, Soil Mechanics (Geotechnical Engineering), Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics, Hydrology and Irrigation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation (Traffic) Engineering.

Part-B (Electrical Engineering)

Official Curriculum

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, Magnetic Circuits, A.C. Fundamentals, Measurement and Measuring Instruments, Electrical Machines, Special Electric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries regarding Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer Examination Recruitment 2026 syllabus, pattern, and preparation

What is the exam pattern for Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer Examination Recruitment 2026 2026?

The exam comprises 300 questions for 500 marks across key subjects with a time limit of 8 hours (480 mins). Check the table above for exact subject-wise distribution.

Is there negative marking in this exam?

Yes, standard recruitment guidelines apply negative marks (generally 1/3rd or 1/4th marks deducted per wrong answer). Candidates should only attempt questions they are confident about.

How can I download the official Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Junior Engineer Examination Recruitment 2026 syllabus PDF?

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