SSSB Punjab Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Civil, Mechanical & Electrical Posts
The SSSB Punjab Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab. The recruitment is for the posts of Junior Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Mechanical), and Junior Engineer (Electrical) under Group-B services in various Punjab Government departments.
Candidates who hold a 3-year Diploma or higher qualification in Engineering can apply online through the official website sssb.punjab.gov.in. The online application process starts on 13 March 2026 and will remain open until 06 April 2026.
The selection process for SSSB JE Recruitment 2026 will be based on an Objective Type Written Examination followed by Document Verification (Counselling). Selected candidates will receive a salary under Level-6 Pay Matrix (Rs. 35,400 per month).
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SSSB Punjab Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Recruitment Name | SSSB Punjab JE Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 7 of 2026) |
| Organization | Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Electrical) |
| Total Vacancies | To be notified (based on demand letters received up to 30.09.2026 from various departments) |
| Group | Group-B Services |
| Pay Scale | Level-6, Rs. 35,400 per month |
| Educational Qualification | 3-year Diploma in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or higher qualification in the same discipline |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years (as on 01.01.2026) for General category. Age relaxation applies as per Punjab Government rules. |
| Application Fee | General: Rs. 1500 SC/BC (Punjab): Rs. 750 ESM/EWS/PWD/LDESM (Punjab): Rs. 500 |
| Selection Process | Objective Type Written Examination + Document Verification (Counselling) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://sssb.punjab.gov.in |
SSSB Punjab JE Recruitment 2026 – Download Official Notification PDF
| Document Name | Download Link |
| SSSB Punjab Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 Detailed Advertisement No. 7 of 2026 PDF | Download PDF |
| SSSB Punjab JE 2026 Apply Online Direct Link | Apply Online |
| SSSB Punjab Official Website | Visit Website |
Important Dates
| Advertisement Published Date | 13 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 13 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 06 April 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced |
| Result Date | To be notified |
| Merit List / Counselling Date | To be announced |
| Merit List Validity | Up to 30 September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria – SSSSB Punjab Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026
1. Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering or higher qualification in the same discipline |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or higher qualification in the same discipline |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or higher qualification in the same discipline |
Additional Mandatory Requirement
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as a compulsory or optional subject
or any equivalent Punjabi language examination recognized by the Government of Punjab.
2. Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| General Category | 18 years | 37 years |
| SC / BC (Punjab) | 18 years | 42 years |
| State & Central Government Employees | 18 years | 45 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | 18 years | 47 years |
| Widows / Divorcees / Certain Married Women | 18 years | 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Age relaxation according to Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982 | |
Note: Government employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC)
during counselling to claim age relaxation.
3. Nationality and Domicile
- Candidates must be residents of Punjab State to claim reservation benefits.
- A valid Punjab Domicile/Residence Certificate (not older than 5 years) is required during counselling.
4. Category-Wise Reservation
Reservation benefits are available for Punjab residents under the following categories:
- General
- EWS (Economically Weaker Section)
- SC (M&B) – Scheduled Caste Mazhabi & Balmiki
- SC (R&O) – Scheduled Caste Ramdasia & Others
- BC – Backward Class
- ESM – Ex-Servicemen and Dependents
- Sports Quota
- PWD – Persons with Disabilities
- Freedom Fighter
Important: Candidates must select the correct category while applying online.
The selected category cannot be changed at any stage of the recruitment process.
SSSB Punjab JE Recruitment 2026 (FAQs)
Q: What is the last date to apply for the SSSB Punjab JE Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The online application process begins on 13 March 2026 and closes on 06 April 2026.
Q: What are the educational qualifications required for the Punjab JE posts?
Ans: Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma or a higher degree (like B.Tech/B.E.) in the relevant engineering discipline (Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical). Additionally, passing the Punjabi language at the Matriculation (10th) level is mandatory.
Q: What is the starting salary for a Junior Engineer under SSSB Punjab?
Ans: Selected Junior Engineers will receive a starting salary of Rs. 35,400/- per month, which corresponds to the Level-6 pay matrix.
Q: What is the age limit to apply for the SSSB Punjab JE vacancies?
Ans: The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 37 years for General category candidates as of 01 January 2026. Age relaxations apply for SC/BC, PWD, and other reserved categories as per Punjab Government rules.
Q: How many total vacancies are announced in Advt No. 7 of 2026?
Ans: The exact number of vacancies is dynamic and will be officially notified based on the demand letters received from various Punjab Government departments up to 30 September 2026.
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