UPSSSC 2026: Apply Online for 1,156 Junior Engineer Posts Starting Today
Engineering diploma holders across Uttar Pradesh have received major employment news as the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) officially initiated the online registration window for the Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment Examination on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Designed to reinforce operational and technical cadres across various provincial state departments, this recruitment drive looks to fill a cumulative total of 1,156 Junior Engineer vacancies. Qualified engineering candidates can access the official recruitment portal to submit their application forms starting today, with the digital application window remaining open until the final submission deadline of November 25, 2026.
Mandatory Eligibility Framework: PET 2025 Scorecard, Relevant Engineering Diploma, and Age Limits
To register for the UPSSSC Junior Engineer selection drive, candidates must possess a valid scorecard from the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025), serving as the foundational screening benchmark for state technical exams. Along with clearing intermediate (Class 12) education from an accredited board, applicants must hold a three-year technical diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized state board or polytechnic institution, alongside other prescribed departmental qualifications. The candidate's age must be at least 21 years, while the upper age threshold is capped strictly at 40 years, with standard statutory age relaxations granted to reserved categories including OBC, SC, and ST in accordance with Uttar Pradesh government regulations.
Comprehensive 100-Mark Exam Pattern: Subject Specializations, UP GK Weightage, and Negative Marking
The selection process relies on an objective written examination comprising a total weightage of 100 marks, allotted a total testing window of 120 minutes (2 hours). The technical syllabus tests core engineering proficiency across key topics including theory of machines and machine design, engineering mechanics, thermodynamics, internal combustion engines, steam engineering, power plant engineering, alongside refrigeration and air compression principles. Additionally, candidates will face specialized sections assessing general awareness and regional developments specific to the state of Uttar Pradesh. The test includes a strict negative marking penalty, deducting one-quarter mark (0.25 marks) for each incorrect answer, with qualifying merit holders advancing to the final document verification stage.
Application Protocol and Modest ₹25 Processing Fee via Official Portal Before November 25
To encourage widespread participation among young technical diploma holders, the commission has established a uniform, minimal processing charge. Applicants from all categories—including General, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST—must remit a nominal online registration fee of just ₹25 via net banking, debit cards, or integrated UPI channels to validate their application. Aspirants are strongly encouraged to register and review their uploaded academic documents well before the November 25 cutoff to prevent last-minute technical bottlenecks on the state servers.
