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SSC JE Syllabus 2025 - Check Subject Wise paper 1 and 2 syllabus

SSC JE Syllabus 2025 - Check Subject Wise paper 1 and 2 syllabus

Edited By Meghana Mohana Krishnan | Updated on Jul 05, 2024 12:46 PM IST | #SSC JE

Staff Selection Commission provides the SSC JE syllabus 2025 in the official notification at ssc.gov.in. The questions will be asked from the engineering background in the SSC JE syllabus 2025. The syllabus will be prescribed separately for both paper 1 and 2 of the SSC JE 2025 exam. The exam syllabus helps candidates in their preparation for the Junior Engineer examination.

With the help of the SSC Junior Engineer syllabus 2025, candidates can lay out a plan on how to prepare for the exam. For better performance in the exam, candidates can refer to the SSC JE previous years question papers and exam pattern. Candidates can also check the SSC JE syllabus civil and for others in this article. To know more about the SSC JE syllabus 2025, read the complete article.

SSC JE 2025 Syllabus

Staff Selection Commission Junior Engineer 2025 exam has two papers - paper 1 and 2. SSC JE Paper 1 and Paper 2 will be conducted in online mode as it has multiple choice questions. The syllabus for SSC JE paper 1 and 2 exams are prescribed separately by SSC for all the junior engineer posts of civil, mechanical and electrical engineer. The syllabus for SSC JE for paper 1 and paper 2 is as follows:

SSC Junior Engineer Paper 1 Syllabus

In SSC JE paper 1 questions will be asked from subjects like general intelligence and reasoning, general awareness and general engineering for civil, electrical and mechanical engineering. SSC JE Paper 1 exam will be conducted in online mode and questions will be asked on topics like problem-solving, analysis, judgment, decision-making, history, polity, building material, electrical circuits and more. Check the table below to get an idea of the SSC JE tier 1 syllabus.

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SSC JE Paper 1 Syllabus 2025

SSC JE paper 1 subjects

Topics

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Similarities, differences, space visualization, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, observation, decision making, analogies, visual memory, discrimination, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, relationship concepts, arithmetical number series etc.

General Awareness

History, Geography, Economics, Polity, Scientific research, etc.

Part A SSC JE Civil Syllabus

Building Materials, Estimating, Surveying, Soil Mechanics, Hydraulics, Irrigation Engineering, Costing & Valuation, Transportation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, etc.

Structural Engineering

Theory of Structures, Concrete Technology, etc.

Part B Electrical Engineering Syllabus

Basic concepts, Circuit law, Magnetic Circuits, AC Fundamentals, Measuring instruments, Electrical Machines, single-phase induction Motors, Synchronous Machines, Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Estimation & costing, Utilization & electrical energy, etc.

Part C Mechanical Engineering Syllabus

Theory of machines & machine design, Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials, Properties of Pure Substances, Law of Thermodynamics, Air standard Cycles for IC Engines, Rankine cycle of System, Boilers, Classification, Specification, Fitting & Accessories, Air Compressors, Refrigeration cycles, Principle of Refrigeration Plant, Nozzles & Steam Turbines etc.

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SSC JE Paper 2 Syllabus

SSC JE Paper 2 exam will be conducted in CBT mode. The SSC JE Paper 2 has three different parts - civil & structural engineering, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering. Check the SSC JE paper 2 syllabi in the table below:

SSC JE Paper 2 Civil Engineering Syllabus

Civil engineering units

Topics

Building Materials

Physical and Chemical properties, classification, standard tests, uses and manufacture/quarrying of materials e.g. building stones, silicate-based materials, cement (Portland), asbestos products, timber and wood-based products, laminates, bituminous materials, paints, varnishes.

Estimating, Costing and Valuation

Estimate, a glossary of technical terms, analysis of rates, methods and unit of measurement, Items of work – earthwork, brickwork, RCC work, Shuttering, Timber work, Painting, Flooring, and Plastering. Boundary wall, Brick building, Water Tank, Septic tank, Bar bending schedule, Centre line method, Midsection formula, Trapezoidal formula, Simpson‟s rule etc.

Surveying

Principles of surveying, measurement of distance, chain surveying, working of the prismatic compass, compass traversing, bearings, local attraction, plane table surveying, theodolite traversing, adjustment of theodolite, Levelling, Definition of terms used in levelling, contouring, curvature and refraction corrections, temporary and permanent adjustments of dumpy level, methods of contouring, use of contour map etc.

Hydraulics

Fluid properties, hydrostatics, measurements of flow, Bernoulli‟s theorem and its application, flow through pipes, flow in open channels, weirs, flumes, spillways, pumps and

turbines etc.

Irrigation Engineering

Definition, necessity, benefits, 2II effects of irrigation, types and methods of irrigation, Hydrology – Measurement of rainfall, runoff coefficient, rain gauge, losses from precipitation etc.

Transportation Engineering

Highway Engineering – cross-sectional elements, geometric design,

types of pavements, pavement materials – aggregates and bitumen, different tests, Design of flexible and rigid pavements, etc.

Environmental Engineering

Quality of water, source of water supply, purification of distribution of water, the need of sanitation, sewerage systems, circular sewer, oval sewer, appurtenances, sewage treatments etc.

SSC JE Paper 2 Structural Engineering Syllabus

Units

Topics

Theory of structures

Elasticity constants, types of beams – determinate and indeterminate, bending moment and shear force diagrams of simply supported, cantilever and overhanging beams. Moment of area and moment of inertia for rectangular & circular sections etc.

Concrete Technology

Properties, Advantages and uses of concrete, cement aggregates, the importance of water quality, water-cement ratio, workability, mix design, storage, batching, mixing, placement, compaction, finishing etc.

RCC Design

RCC beams-flexural strength, shear strength, bond strength, design of singly reinforced and doubly reinforced beams, cantilever beams. T-beams, lintels. One-way and two-way slabs, isolated footings. Reinforced brickworks, columns, staircases, retaining walls etc.

Steel Design

Steel design and construction of steel columns, beams roof trusses plate girders.

SSC JE Paper 2 Electrical Engineering Syllabus

Units

Topics

Basic concepts

Concepts of resistance, inductance, capacitance, and various factors affecting them. Concepts of current, voltage, power, energy and their units.

Circuit law

Kirchhoff‟s law, Simple Circuit solution using network theorems.

Magnetic Circuit

Concepts of flux, mmf, reluctance, Different kinds of magnetic materials, Magnetic calculations for conductors of different configurations e.g. straight, circular, solenoidal, etc. Electromagnetic induction, self and mutual induction.

AC Fundamentals

Instantaneous, peak, R.M.S. and average values of alternating waves, Representation of sinusoidal waveform, simple series and parallel AC Circuits consisting of R.L. and C, Resonance, Tank Circuit etc

Measurement and measuring instruments

Measurement of power (1 phase and 3 phase, both active and reactive) and energy, 2 wattmeter method of 3 phase power measurement. Measurement of frequency and phase angle.

Electrical Machines

D.C. Machine, Basic Principles of D.C. motors and generators, their characteristics, speed control and starting of D.C. Motors. Method of braking motor, Losses and efficiency of D.C. Machines etc.

Synchronous Machines

Generation of 3-phase e.m.f. armature reaction, voltage regulation, parallel operation of two alternators, synchronizing, control of active and reactive power. Starting and applications of synchronous motors etc.

Generation, Transmission & Distribution

Different types of power stations, Load factor, diversity factor, demand factor, cost of generation, inter-connection of power stations. Power factor improvement, various types of tariffs, types of faults, short circuit current for symmetrical faults. Switchgears – a rating of circuit breakers etc.

Estimation and costing

Estimation of lighting scheme, electric installation of machines and relevant IE rules. Earthing practices and IE Rules.

Utilization of Electrical Energy

Illumination, Electric heating, Electric welding, Electroplating, Electric drives and motors.

Basic Electronics

Working of various electronic devices e.g. P N Junction diodes, Transistors, BJT and JFET. Simple circuits using these devices.

SSC JE Paper 2 Mechanical Engineering Syllabus

Units

Topics

Theory of Machines and Machine Design

Concept of a simple machine, Four bar linkage and link motion, Flywheels and fluctuation of energy, Power transmission by belts, Clutches, Gears, etc.

Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials

Equilibrium of Forces, Law of motion, Friction, Concepts of stress and strain, Elastic limit and elastic constants, Bending moments and shear force diagram, Stress in composite bars etc.

Thermal Engineering

Properties of Pure Substances, Laws of Thermodynamics, Air standard Cycles for IC engines, Rankine cycle of steam, Boilers; Classification; Specification etc.

Fluid Mechanics & Machinery

Properties & Classification of Fluid, Fluid Statics, Measurement of Fluid Pressure, Fluid Kinematics, Measurement of Flow rate Basic Principles etc.

Production Engineering

Classification of Steels: mild steel & alloy steel, Heat treatment of steel, Welding, Welding Defects & Testing; NDT, Foundry & Casting – methods, defects, different casting processes etc.

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SSC JE Exam Pattern 2025

SSC JE exam pattern will be mentioned by the Commission in the official notification. As per the SSC JE notification, the JE paper 1 exam is of 200 marks with a negative marking. Paper 1 will be conducted in online mode. Whereas SSC JE paper 2 is of 300 marks in which questions asked will be of objective nature and will be conducted in online mode too. Check the SSC JE exam pattern 2025 in the tables below.

SSC JE Paper 1 Exam Pattern

Sections

Number of Questions

Total marks

Duration

General Intelligence Reasoning

50

50

2 hours (2 hours and 40 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe.)

General Awareness

50

50

General Engineering

Part – A (Civil & Structural) or

Part – B (Electrical) or

Part – C (Mechanical)

100

100

SSC JE Paper 2 Exam Pattern

Parts

Subject

Total Marks

Duration

Part-A


Part- B


Part-C

General Engineering (Civil & Structural)

or

General Engineering (Electrical)

or

General Engineering (Mechanical)

300

2 hours (2 hours and 40 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe.)

SSC JE Preparation Tips 2025

  • Refer to the SSC JE syllabus and exam pattern as mentioned in the official notification.

  • Download the previous year questions of SSC JE and solve them on a daily basis.

  • Make an effective SSC JE study plan and make a timetable. Follow the timetable strictly to get success in the exam.

  • Make short notes of SSC JE and keep them handy for quick revision.

  • Refer to the best study materials for the exam

SSC JE Question Paper 2025

SSC will provide the question paper for SSC Junior Engineer 2025 along with the answer key and response sheet. SSC JE previous years question papers help candidates in getting to know the exam pattern, paper difficulty level and more. It will help them to get a feel of what type of questions are asked in the exam and in devising a strategy on how to attempt the SSC JE exam.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. What is the age limit for SSC JE 2025?

The age limit depends of the department chosen by the candidate. For CPWD, The upper age limit is 32 years. For other departments, the age limit is 30 years.

2. What is the application fee for the SSC JE 2025 examination application?

SSC JE form fee is Rs 100 for unreserved category applicants.

3. What are the different stages of the SSC JE examination?

SSC JE exam has three papers. They are as follows:

  • SSC JE paper 1 (MCQ type)

  • SSC JE paper 2 (MCQ type)

  • Document verification

4. What is the syllabus of SSC JE 2025?

The SSC JE Syllabus 2025 for Paper 1 consists of three sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Engineering (Civil & Structural, Electrical, and Mechanical).  

5. Can I crack SSC JE in 3 months?

Yes, a candidate can pass the SSC JE exam in 3 months

6. Is SSC JE tough?

Yes, the SSC JE exam is challenging exam which offers great opportunities to those who qualify.

7. Is SSC JE held every year?

Yes, the SSC JE exam is held once a year

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Questions related to SSC JE

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Hi,

With your BTech degree percentage of 84 and a GATE score of 301, along with your SC category, you have a chance to secure admission in MTech programs at some IITs, but it may not be assured in the top-ranking ones due to intense competition.

However, admissions also depend on various factors such as the number of seats available, the specific department and program you're applying to, and the preferences of the particular IIT you're interested in. Some IITs may consider your application favorably based on your category and GATE score.

Considering your GATE score of 301 and SC category, here are a few IITs and MTech courses where you might have a chance of admission:

  1. IIT Delhi:

    • MTech in Electrical Engineering
    • MTech in Mechanical Engineering
    • MTech in Civil Engineering

  2. IIT Bombay:

    • MTech in Computer Science and Engineering
    • MTech in Electrical Engineering

  3. IIT Madras:

    • MTech in Aerospace Engineering
    • MTech in Chemical Engineering
    • MTech in Biotechnology

  4. IIT Kanpur:

    • MTech in Aerospace Engineering
    • MTech in Materials Science and Engineering

It's advisable to check the respective IITs' official websites for detailed information on MTech admissions, including eligibility criteria, seat matrix, and admission procedure.

Consider using the GATE College Predictor tool provided below to get more specific information.

GATE College Predictor

https://engineering.careers360.com/gate-college-predictor?utm_source=qna&utm_medium=ini-gate_cp


Regarding SSC JE (Staff Selection Commission Junior Engineer) and SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) examinations:

SSC JE is conducted for recruitment to the posts of Junior Engineers in various government departments, whereas SSC CGL is conducted for recruitment to Group B and C posts in various ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India.

For both examinations, eligibility criteria vary depending on the specific posts and departments. Generally, a bachelor's degree in engineering is required for SSC JE, while for SSC CGL, a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required.

As an SC candidate, you may have certain relaxations in terms of age limits and qualifying marks in these examinations.

For detailed information on eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and application procedures, you should refer to the official websites of SSC (Staff Selection Commission).


Thank You

Yes ECE graduates are eligible to apply for the post of electrical engineer post in all government departments but they should clear the competitive exam held by the department.

Even in PWD many Electronics engineers are working as Electrical & Mechanical Junior Engineer . Subjects of ECE and Electrical engineering is almost the same but ECE has more complex subjects than electrical engineering.

Hi,

Since you have registered yourself with a changed name, your new name will be visible on the admit card. But keep in mind that your name has to be the same on your official government documents. Else it can create unnecessary problems during the further procedure of examination.

Hello User,

Hope you are doing well.

The education qualification requirements for SSC Junior Engineer is different for each post. As per the SSC JE 2022 Eligibility criteria the candidates who have passed 4 year B. Tech in Civil Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering and 3 year Diploma in Civil Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering are eligible to apply for various posts which will be specified in the SSC JE Notification. As you have graduated or pursuing Electronics and Communication Engineering you are not eligible to apply for SSC JE. You can find the eligibility criteria and the relevant information using the link below -

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/ssc-je-eligibility-criteria


Good Luck!

hello aspirant,

hope you are doing good.

you can change your branch in engineering through lateral entry.

EE :

EE is a core branch.

placements for this branch in India are in public sector. If you want to get job opportunities in core electrical companies like NTPC you need to crack GATE exam.

it is also called as most competitive branch


ECE :

ECE is not a core branch.

you need not to crack any GATE exam, as there are lot of opportunities for ECE in software field.

students of ECE are also eligible to work in Software industry.

there are lot of opportunities in private sector.


I suggest you to think twice before taking a decision to change from ECE to EE


all the best


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