Announcement of Results
On March 6, 2026, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) officially announced the results for the Junior Engineer (JE) exam for the year 2026. This announcement marks a significant milestone for thousands of candidates who participated in the examination held late last year.
The SSC JE 2026 exam was conducted in a computer-based format from December 3 to 6, and again on December 13, 2025. This multi-day examination allowed candidates from various engineering backgrounds to compete for positions in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering.
Shortlisting of Candidates
A total of 15,607 candidates have been shortlisted for the SSC JE 2026 Paper 2, which is a crucial step in the selection process. Among these, 11,593 candidates qualified for the Civil Engineering Paper 2, while 4,014 candidates were shortlisted for the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Paper 2.
Cut-off Marks
The cut-off marks varied across different categories for Civil Engineering. For Unreserved (UR) candidates, the cut-off was set at 127.23, with 1,321 candidates qualifying. Other categories had the following cut-offs: 124.46 for OBC (4,536 candidates), 117.91 for EWS (1,539 candidates), 109.24 for SC (2,766 candidates), and 106.85 for ST (1,206 candidates). The minimum qualifying marks for UR candidates were established at 60 marks, which is 30% of the total score.
Withheld Results
It is noteworthy that the results of two candidates have been withheld, although specific details regarding the reasons for this action have not been disclosed. Details remain unconfirmed.
Importance of the Results
The announcement of the SSC JE 2026 results is significant for both the candidates and the SSC. For candidates, this is a critical step towards securing a position in government engineering roles, which are highly sought after due to their stability and benefits. For the SSC, the successful conduct of the examination and the timely announcement of results reflect its commitment to transparency and efficiency in the recruitment process.
Current Status
As of now, candidates who have qualified for Paper 2 will prepare for the next phase of the selection process. The SSC is expected to provide further details regarding the schedule and format of Paper 2 in the coming weeks, ensuring that candidates are adequately informed and prepared for the next steps in their journey towards becoming junior engineers.
