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SSC JE Eligibility (2026)

Everything you need to know about the eligibility for the SSC Junior Engineer Examination organized by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Tackle the high competition (~1-3% (Highly competitive due to limited vacancies per branch) success rate) and hard difficulty with these detailed insights.

Criteria & Requirements

Educational Qualification

Degree or Diploma in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute

Age Limit

18 to 30 or 32 years depending on the specific Department/Organization (as on 01.08.2025) years

Relaxation: SC/ST: +5 years | OBC: +3 years | PwBD (Unreserved): +10 years | Ex-Servicemen: +3 years after deduction of military service

Nationality

Citizen of India, Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated with the intention of permanently settling in India