In which mode is the SSC JE exam conducted?

SSC JE exam is conducted in two modes- i) Computer Based Test and ii) Conventional. The details have been given below: Computer Based Test (CBT) The JE Paper 1 (Objective Type) exam is conducted in CBT mode. Candidates have to answer multiple choice questions using a mouse or a touch screen. Conventional Paper-Pen Mode Paper 2 (Conventional Type) exam is conducted in offline pen and paper method. Candidates have to write down answers on the question sheet provided. Also, it depends upon the specific job profile. To conclude, Paper I is conducted in online way whereas Paper II can be either in CBT or conventional paper-pen depending upon the specific post/subject.

What is SSC JE eligibility?

The SSC JE prerequisites are age limit, academic qualification and nationality. Also, the age depends upon the department for which candidate is applying. It is good to read the notification in detail before submitting an online form.

What are jobs in SSC JE?

Candidates who clear SSC JE exam are appointed as junior engineers in departments of Government of India to fulfill technical projects. The exam is conducted for students who have a Diploma degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical discipline.

What is the date of SSC JE exam 2025?

Staff Selection Commission SSC released the exam date of the Paper 1 of Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Quantity Surveying & Contracts) Examination, 2025. The SSC JE Paper 1 was conducted from December 3 to 6, 2025 and on December 13.

Is SSC JE conducted every year?

Yes, Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC JE exam every year. The exam process begins with the release of SSC JE notification. Candidates need to read the official notification carefully to ascertain that they fulfil all the eligibility criteria to appear for the exam.

Is it mandatory to appear for both the papers of SSC JE exam?

Yes, it is mandatory to appear for both paper 1 and 2 of SSC JE exam. Both the papers are compulsory as the Paper 1 is conducted to shortlist the candidates for mains exam and is qualifying in nature. On the other hand, the paper 2 (mains) exam is conducted to shortlist candidates for the Document verification. The final cut off released on the basis of the marks obtained in the paper 2 exam and the document verification. The candidates securing the marks equal to or more than the cut off marks is considered qualified for the exam and gets recruited as per the preferences made by the candidates.

What are the best resources to prepare for SSC JE civil?

Books you can refer for different sections are: 1. Quantitative Aptitude: Reasoning & Aptitude 2023 for GATE IES and PSU Examinations Logical Reasoning Fast Track Objective Arithmetic Book Quicker Maths Analytical Reasoning Book A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning - RS AGARWAL 2. English & Reasoning: Raymond Murphy or Martin Hewings Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis Wren and Martin High School Grammar. Essential English Grammar with Answers Objective General English by SP Bakshi 3. General Knowledge: Manorama Yearbook 2025.

Is the SSC JE syllabus changed?

The SSC JE exam pattern has been revised, but major changes have not been seen in the syllabus of the SSC JE exam 2025. The exam continues to have two papers- Paper 1 (Ojective type) and Paper 2 (Objective type). Paper 1 determines the General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness and General Engineering tendencies of the candidates. On the other hand, the Paper 2 tests the General Engineering of the candidates on specific engineering branch/displine-civil, mechanical and electrical. The latest syllabus and the exam pattern can be checked on the official SSC JE notification that was released on the official website. Candidates are advised to prepare from the latest syllabus to prepare in the right direction.

How many stages does SSC JE exam contain?

The SSC JE exam is conducted in two stages - Paper-I Paper-II. The candidates are required to appear and clear both the phases of exam. The final merit list will be prepared after adding the marks of paper 1 and 2.

SSC JE Exam Pattern 2025: Check Subject-wise Pattern for Paper 1 & 2

Updated on Oct 30, 2025 14:39 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

Overview

SSC JE Exam Pattern 2025: The Commission conducts the SSC JE exam to recruit the candidates for Junior Engineer Posts annually. The SSC JE exam consist of two Papers namely Paper 1 and 2. Exam pattern and syllabus plays a crucial role in the preparation. It helps to know about the topic-wise weightage and structure of each tier of the examination. The exam pattern was released along with the notification of the SCC JE exam 2025. Candidates preparing for the SSC JE exam must go through the exam pattern on the page to get a better understanding of the SSC JE exam. The candidates should see the previous year's SSC JE question paper to understand the exam pattern of each stage fully. Continue reading more about SSC JE 2025 Exam pattern in detail.

Table of contents

SSC JE Exam Pattern Highlights 2025
SSC JE Exam Pattern 2025 (Paper-1)
SSC JE Exam Pattern 2025 (Paper 2)
SSC JE 2025 exam Pattern FAQs

SSC JE Exam Pattern Highlights 2025

Check the major highlights of the SSC JE exam below:

Particulars	SSC JE Paper-I Highlights	SSC JE Paper-II Highlights
Exam mode	Online (computer-based test)	Online (computer-based test)
Number of sections & subjects	3 [General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness and General Engineering (Civil & Structural/Electrical/Mechanical)]	1 General Engineering (Civil & Structural/Electrical/Mechanical)
Type of questions	MCQs; 4 options with 1 correct option	MCQs
Exam duration	2 hours (120 minutes)	2 hours (120 minutes)
Number of questions	200	100
Total marks	200	300
Language of paper	English and Hindi	English and Hindi

SSC JE Exam Pattern 2025 (Paper-1)

As mentioned above, SSC JE paper 1 is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) that contains objective-type Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). There are three sections in the exam. The third section is further divided into three parts - Civil & Structural, Electrical and Mechanical. Candidates have to attempt questions from any one part only. The total duration of the exam is two hours. The question paper is set in both English and Hindi languages.

SSC JE Paper-I Sections/Subjects	Number of Questions in SSC JE Paper-I	Total Marks in SSC JE Paper-I
General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50
General Awareness	50	50
General Engineering (Civil & Structural or Electrical or Mechanical)	100	100
Total	200	200

SSC JE Paper-I Marking Scheme

One mark is awarded for each correct answer in the paper. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

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SSC JE Exam Pattern 2025 (Paper 2)

SSC JE paper 2 is also an objective test conducted in online CBT mode (Computer Based Test). Candidates have to attempt questions from any one section - General Engineering (Civil & Structural), General Engineering (Electrical), and General Engineering (Mechanical). The questions are set in both English and Hindi languages. Candidates can attempt questions in any one language. The total duration of the exam is two hours.