The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced a major recruitment drive for Junior Engineer (Civil) posts in 2026, offering 4612 vacancies across various government departments. The mains exam is scheduled for May 3, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, following the PET-based shortlisting.
UPSSSC released the official exam notice on March 7, 2026, confirming the JE Civil mains exam date as May 3, 2026. This follows applications from May-July 2024 under Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2024.
| Event | Date/Details |
|---|---|
| Application Start | May 7, 2024 |
| Application End | July 13, 2024 (extended) |
| PET Shortlisting | Based on UPSSSC PET 2023 scores (15x vacancies) |
| Mains Exam Date | May 3, 2026 (Sunday), 10 AM-12 PM |
| Admit Card Release | 7-10 days before exam |
| Result Declaration | To be announced post-exam |
Admit cards will be available on upsssc.gov.in using registration details. Reach the center 1 hour early with photo ID.
A key update excludes B.E./B.Tech holders; only Civil Engineering Diploma holders qualify, per April 1, 2026 notice following High Court orders. This applies to 4612 final vacancies (3739 general + 873 special).
Educational Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution. Other branches like Electrical/Mechanical may apply for relevant posts.
Age Limit: 18-40 years (relaxations: OBC 5 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwD extra).
Nationality: Indian citizen, preferably UP domicile.
PET Requirement: Must have qualified UPSSSC PET 2023; shortlisting at 15 times vacancies.
Verify eligibility before checking mains admit card to avoid disqualification.
UPSSSC JE recruitment involves a multi-stage process emphasizing technical skills and general aptitude.
Preliminary (PET): Already conducted; qualifying score basis for mains call.
Mains Written Exam: Objective test (1000 marks total).
Typing Test/Document Verification: For qualified candidates.
Final Merit List: Based on mains score + preferences.
No interview; focus is on mains performance.
The mains exam spans two papers over 4 hours, with 1/4th negative marking.
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Hindi (25Q), English (25Q), GK/Reasoning/Computer (100Q) | 150 | 400 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 | Civil Engineering Technical | 150 | 600 | 2 hours |
| Total | 300 | 1000 | 4 hours |
Syllabus Highlights:
General Hindi/English: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension.
GK & Reasoning: Current affairs, history, logical puzzles.
Civil Engineering: Building materials, surveying, RCC design, hydrology, soil mechanics, estimation.
Expect 2023-25 pattern with emphasis on practical civil topics.
Selected JE Civil engineers join at Pay Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400), plus allowances like DA, HRA.
Departments: Irrigation, PWD, Rural Development.
Job Role: Site supervision, design execution, quality control.
Career Growth: Promotion to Assistant Engineer within 5-8 years.
Total CTC exceeds Rs. 6-7 LPA in UP government scales.
Admit cards release soon on upsssc.gov.in.
Log in with registration ID/DOB.
Print on A4 sheet; carry with Aadhaar/Voter ID.
Exam centers in UP districts; no calculators allowed.
Tips: Revise formulas, solve 5-10 mocks daily, manage time (2 min/question).
With less than a month left (as of April 2026), prioritize high-weightage topics.
Daily Plan: 4 hrs technical, 2 hrs GK/Reasoning, 2 hrs mocks.
Resources: RRB JE books (GKP), Made Easy Civil Handbook, UPSSSC previous papers.
Safe Score: Aim 650-700/1000 for UR (based on trends).
Join Telegram groups for updates; analyze PET 2023 cut-offs (around 120/200).
Cut-offs depend on vacancies, difficulty. Previous trends:
| Category | Expected Mains Cut-Off |
|---|---|
| General | 650-680 |
| OBC | 620-650 |
| SC/ST | 550-600 |
Normalization applies across shifts. Check official post-exam.
Technical Depth: Focus on Diploma-level concepts, not degree.
Negative Marking: Attempt 80-85% confidently.
Last-Minute Prep: Revise short notes; avoid new topics post-April 25.
Contact UPSSSC helpline for queries.
This recruitment opens stable government jobs amid UP's infrastructure boom (expressways, Smart Cities). With diploma-only eligibility, it favors polytechnic graduates over degree holders, leveling the field.
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