SSC JE (Combined) Eligibility Criteria
Updated 2026
| Organization | Post | Essential Educational Qualifications |
|---|
| Border Roads Organisation | JE(C) | Degree in Civil Engineering or 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering + 2 years experience. |
| Border Roads Organisation | JE (E & M) | Degree/Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering + 2 years experience. |
| Central Water Commission | JE (C/M) | Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil/Mechanical Engineering. |
| CPWD | JE (C/E) | Diploma in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering. |
| Military Engineer Services | JE (C/E/M) | Degree in Engineering OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering + 2 years experience. |
| NTRO | JE(C) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institution. |
| Organization | Age Limit |
|---|
| Border Roads Organisation | Up to 30 years |
| Brahmaputra Board | Up to 30 years |
| Central Water Commission | Up to 30 years |
| Central Public Works Department (CPWD) | Up to 32 years |
| Central Water and Power Research Station | Up to 30 years |
| DGQA-NAVAL, Ministry of Defence | Up to 30 years |
| Farakka Barrage Project | Up to 30 years |
| Military Engineer Services (MES) | Up to 30 years |
| National Technical Research Organization (NTRO) | Up to 30 years |
| Stage | Description |
|---|
| Paper I | Computer Based Examination consisting of 200 objective-type questions (200 marks). |
| Paper II | Computer Based Examination consisting of 100 objective-type questions (300 marks). |
| Physical Standard Test/Efficiency Test | Required specifically for candidates applying for the Border Roads Organization (BRO) to assess physical fitness. |
| Document Verification | Verification of educational and identity documents for qualified candidates. |
| Medical Examination | Assessment to ensure candidates are medically fit for their respective duties. |
- The standard age limit for most departments is capped at 30 years, while the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) allows applicants up to 32 years of age.
- Specific category-based relaxations (such as for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates) are defined in accordance with government regulations and will be explicitly detailed in the official notification released by the Staff Selection Commission.
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