📋 Complete Notification Details
Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) – Degree & Diploma
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur has released Advertisement No. 10/2026 on behalf of the Public Works Department, Water Resources Department, and Public Health Engineering Department for the Joint Direct Recruitment of 874 Junior Engineer (Kanishtha Abhiyanta) posts. Candidates can apply online from the official portal sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur |
| Advertisement No. | 10/2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) — Degree & Diploma |
| Total Vacancies | 874 (793 Non-Scheduled Area + 81 Scheduled Area) |
| Departments | Public Works Dept., Water Resources Dept., Public Health Engineering Dept. |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 16th August to 14th September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Selection Process | Computer/Tablet/OMR-Based Written Examination |
| Tentative Exam Month | February 2027 |
| Official Portal | https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in / https://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:874
Department & Post-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Department | Post | Non-Scheduled Area | Scheduled Area | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Works Department | JEN (Civil) — Degree holder | 329 | 22 | 351 |
| Public Works Department | JEN (Civil) — Diploma holder | 41 | 1 | 42 |
| Water Resources Department | JEN (Civil) — Degree holder | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| Water Resources Department | JEN (Civil) — Diploma holder | 144 | 35 | 179 |
| Public Health Engineering Dept. | JEN (Civil) — Degree holder | 44 | 3 | 47 |
| Public Health Engineering Dept. | JEN (Civil) — Diploma holder | 133 | 18 | 151 |
| Public Health Engineering Dept. | JEN (Mechanical/Electrical) — Diploma holder | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| Grand Total | 793 | 81 | 874 | |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| JEN (Civil) — Degree | Degree in Civil Engineering from a University/Institution recognized by law in India, or an equivalent qualification declared by the Government |
| JEN (Civil) — Diploma | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution, or a Diploma recognized by the Institute of Engineers for the purpose of exemption from the associate membership examination |
| JEN (Mechanical/Electrical) — Diploma | Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution, or an equivalent Institute of Engineers-recognized Diploma |
Note: All candidates must also have working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and knowledge of Rajasthani culture. Candidates in their final year may apply, but must acquire the required qualification by the date of the examination.
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2027)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Open) | 18 to 40 Years |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Male (Rajasthan Domicile) | 18 to 45 Years (5 years relaxation) |
| General Women (Rajasthan Domicile) | 18 to 45 Years (5 years relaxation) |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS Women (Rajasthan Domicile) | 18 to 50 Years (10 years relaxation) |
| Widows & Divorced Women | No upper age limit (subject to retirement age) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 15 years relaxation (capped at 50 years generally; 55 years for certain posts) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Additional 5 years relaxation over category relaxation |
Educational Qualification & Experience:Degree or Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline as detailed above.
Application Fee:
- General & Creamy Layer OBC/MBC: Rs. 600/-
- Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, EWS, SC/ST (Rajasthan): Rs. 400/-
- All Persons with Disabilities (PwBD): Rs. 400/-
Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-10 (7th Pay Commission). During the two-year probation period, a fixed monthly remuneration (as notified by the state government) will be paid instead of the regular pay scale, and no additional allowances will be admissible during this period.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection will be made purely through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Tablet-Based Test (TBT) / OMR-Based Offline Test — the mode will be decided by the Board and communicated separately. If conducted in multiple sessions, scores will be normalized across sessions.
Exam Pattern (for all JEN posts)
| Part | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Knowledge (Rajasthan History, Art & Culture, Heritage, Geography, Political & Administrative Setup) | 40 |
| Part B | Concerned Engineering Discipline (Civil / Mechanical-Electrical, as applicable) | 80 |
| Total (2 hours duration) | 120 | |
- Question Type: Objective/Multiple Choice
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd (0.33) mark deducted for each wrong answer
- OMR Answer Sheet: Has 5 options (A–E) per question. Option E must be marked if a question is left unattempted. If more than 10% of questions have no option darkened at all, the candidate will be disqualified.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must apply online only through the SSO Portal. Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the SSO Portal: Go to http://sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in using your SSO ID.
- Select Recruitment: Select the “Recruitment Portal” under Citizen Apps (G2C) and click “Apply Now.”
- Complete OTR: If you haven't completed One Time Registration (OTR), register first by entering your category, disability status, and home state details, then pay the OTR fee.
- Fill Application: Once OTR is complete, proceed to fill the online application form using your SSO ID. Upload a recent photograph (not older than one month) and mark any visible body identification mark as required.
- Upload Documents: Carefully select your educational qualification in the OTR dashboard's Document Verification (ODV) section, and upload qualification-related documents in the Document Details section.
- Select Department Priority: Fill in your department priority (PWD/Water Resources/Public Health Engineering) carefully — no correction to priority order is allowed later.
- Submit: Review all entries on the Preview screen, then Final Submit the application. An Application ID/Number will be generated — this confirms successful submission.
- Save Printout: Save a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important: Information fetched from OTR (name, father's name, date of birth, photograph, signature, thumb impression) cannot be edited within the application form directly — any correction must be made in the OTR profile itself before the OTR data is re-fetched into the application.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 14th August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 16th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14th September 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Correction Window (post-closure) | 3 days after closing (fee: Rs. 300) |
| Tentative Exam Month | February 2027 |
🔗 Important Official Links
Official Portal (SSO): https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in
Official Website (RSSB): https://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (Link may not be accessible)
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Online Application Only: Applications are accepted only through the SSO portal. No other mode is accepted.
- OTR Requirement: Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSO portal before applying, as application data is fetched from OTR.
- Department Priority: Choose your department priority (PWD, Water Resources, PHED) carefully. No correction to priority order is allowed after submission.
- Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the specific educational qualification, age, and other criteria on the date of the advertisement.
- Document Upload: Upload a recent photograph and all required documents (educational, category, domicile, etc.) as per specifications.
- Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online. It is non-refundable.
- Final Year Candidates: May apply but must acquire the required qualification by the date of the examination.
- Negative Marking: Be aware that 1/3rd marks are deducted for each wrong answer, and leaving more than 10% questions blank on the OMR sheet may lead to disqualification.
- Check Website: Regularly visit the official RSSB and SSO portals for updates on exam dates, admit cards, and results.