Job Description
Overview
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has initiated a major recruitment drive for the position of Junior Engineer (Kanisth Abhiyanta) for the year 2026. This joint direct recruitment aims to fill 874 vacancies across three key state departments: the Public Works Department (PWD), the Water Resources Department, and the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED). This opportunity is significant for engineering graduates and diploma holders seeking a stable career within the Rajasthan state government infrastructure sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering projects within the assigned department.
- Ensure adherence to technical specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols during construction and maintenance activities.
- Prepare detailed project reports, estimates, and technical documentation as required by departmental heads.
- Coordinate with contractors and field staff to ensure timely completion of infrastructure works.
- Monitor the progress of ongoing projects and report status updates to senior engineers.
- Maintain accurate records of materials, labor, and project expenditures in compliance with government financial rules.
Why Apply
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-10, offering a competitive salary structure and long-term career progression within the state government. This role provides an opportunity to contribute directly to critical public infrastructure projects across Rajasthan, ensuring professional growth and job stability.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 16 August 2026
- Application End: 14 September 2026
- Tentative Exam: February 2027
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 874
- Pay Scale: Level-10
- Location: Rajasthan
- Category: Engineering Recruitment
RSSB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
16 Aug 2026 –
14 Sep 2026
Exam Date
01 Feb 2027
Salary
Pay Matrix Level-10
Vacancies
874
Eligibility
Degree/Diploma in Engineering
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- PWD: 393 Posts
- Water Resources: 251 Posts
- PHED: 230 Posts
- Total: 874 Posts
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSO Rajasthan portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
- Log in with your SSO ID or register if you are a new user.
- Navigate to the 'Citizen Apps (G2C)' section and select the 'Recruitment Portal'.
- Locate the RSSB Junior Engineer Joint Direct Recruitment 2026 link and click 'Apply Now'.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done and pay the required fee.
- Fill in all personal and educational details accurately.
- Upload a recent live photograph and signature as per the specified guidelines.
- Review the application preview carefully before clicking 'Final Submit'.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Cutoff Marks
Minimum 40% qualifying marks required.
Application Fee
General/Creamy Layer OBC/MBC: Rs. 600. Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 400. Payment is made via the SSO portal using net banking, cards, or e-Mitra.
Age Limit
18 to 40 years as on 01-01-2027. Relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS (5 years), General women (5 years), Reserved category women (10 years), Ex-servicemen (15 years), and PwD (additional 5 years).
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a single written examination comprising 120 marks. The test is divided into Part A (General Knowledge of Rajasthan, 40 marks) and Part B (Concerned Engineering Subject, 80 marks). The exam duration is 2 hours, and it will be conducted as a CBT, TBT, or OMR-based test. A minimum qualifying mark of 40% is required, and a negative marking of 1/3rd mark applies for each incorrect answer.
Exam Pattern
The exam consists of 120 objective-type questions. Part A covers Rajasthan History, Art, Culture, Traditions, Heritage, Geography, and Political/Administrative Setup (40 marks). Part B covers the relevant Engineering discipline (80 marks).
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Organization
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released the official answer key for the Lab Assistant and Junior Lab Assistant examination held on 9th and 10th May 2026. Candidates can download the PDF from the official website to estimate their scores.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a joint direct recruitment drive by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (Advertisement No. 10/2026) to fill 874 Junior Engineer posts in the Public Works Department, Water Resources Department, and Public Health Engineering Department of Rajasthan.
A total of 874 posts are available, comprising 793 posts in the non-scheduled area and 81 posts in the scheduled area, spread across Civil, and Mechanical/Electrical Junior Engineer cadres.
The online application process runs from 16 August 2026 to 14 September 2026 (till 11:59 PM). Ensure you submit your application well before the deadline.
A relevant degree or diploma in Civil Engineering is required for JE (Civil) posts, and a diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering is required for the JE (Mechanical/Electrical) post, along with working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 40 years old as on 1 January 2027, with age relaxation applicable to reserved categories, women, ex-servicemen, and PwD candidates as per the notification.
The One Time Registration (OTR) fee is Rs. 600 for General/Creamy Layer OBC-MBC candidates, and Rs. 400 for Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC/EWS/SC/ST and all PwD candidates.
Applications must be submitted online through the SSO Rajasthan portal (sso.rajasthan.gov.in) under Citizen Apps (G2C) > Recruitment Portal, after completing One Time Registration (OTR).
Selection is based on a single written examination of 120 marks (Part A: General Knowledge – 40 marks; Part B: concerned Engineering subject – 80 marks), with a minimum qualifying requirement of 40% and 1/3rd negative marking for wrong answers.
The post carries Pay Matrix Level-10 as per the 7th Pay Commission, with a fixed monthly remuneration payable during the 2-year probation period, before the regular pay scale and allowances become applicable.
