SSC Exam

SSC JE Paper 1 & Paper 2 both contains objective-type questions. SSC JE Paper 1 works as a screening exam and most of the candidates are filtered out for the main exam. There is 0.25 negative marking in the SSC JE Paper 1 which makes the paper more difficult. Candidates should prepare for the SSC JE exam in a integrated manner.

The SSC JE Paper 1 is conducted in three shifts on a single exam day. First is held from 9:00 to 11:00 am, the second from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and Third from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The exact shift timing is mentioned on the admit cards of candidates.

There is no limit on the number of attempts for the SSC JE exam. Candidates can apply for the SSC JE till they attain the maximum age limit mentioned in the official notification for their category. The Commission also provides the age relaxation to certain categories. Candidates should check the official notification to know about all such relaxations. You can appear for the exam as many times you want if you meet the SSC JE eligibility criteria.

The last date to apply for the SSC JE exam was July 21, 2025. The Staff Selection Commission released the JE application 2025 on June 30, 2025. The Commission provided 21 days to the candidates for filling out the SSC JE applications. After the closing of the application window, the application correction window was activated from August 1 to 2, 2025.