Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) Invites Application for 874 Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026

Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board Jaipur Last Date: 14th September, 2026
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Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) – Degree & Diploma

Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur

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.

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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
Various locations across Rajasthan,
Rajasthan,
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 Online for Rajasthan Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply online only through the SSO Portal. Follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the SSO Portal: Go to http://sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in using your SSO ID.
  2. Select Recruitment: Select the “Recruitment Portal” under Citizen Apps (G2C) and click “Apply Now.”
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Select Department Priority: Fill in your department priority (PWD/Water Resources/Public Health Engineering) carefully — no correction to priority order is allowed later.
  7. Submit: Review all entries on the Preview screen, then Final Submit the application. An Application ID/Number will be generated — this confirms successful submission.
  8. 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 Links

Official Portal (SSO):

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For which posts has the RSSB JEN Recruitment 2026 been released?

Junior Engineer (Civil) — Degree and Diploma holders — for the Public Works, Water Resources, and Public Health Engineering Departments, plus Junior Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) — Diploma holders — for the Public Health Engineering Department.

How many total vacancies are there under RSSB JEN Recruitment 2026?

874 vacancies in total — 793 for non-scheduled areas and 81 for scheduled areas of Rajasthan.

When can candidates apply online for RSSB JEN Recruitment 2026?

Online applications can be submitted from 16th August 2026 to 14th September 2026 (11:59 PM).

What is the application fee for RSSB JEN Recruitment 2026?

Rs. 600/- for General and creamy layer OBC/MBC candidates; Rs. 400/- for non-creamy layer OBC/MBC/EWS/SC/ST and all PwBD candidates.

Is there negative marking in the RSSB JEN exam?

Yes, one-third (1/3) of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer.

What is the minimum qualifying percentage in the RSSB JEN exam?

Candidates must secure at least 40% marks to be eligible for further selection.

When is the RSSB JEN exam expected to be held?

The exam is tentatively proposed for February 2027; the Board reserves the right to change this date.

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Jaipur, Rajasthan - 302018
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