Introduction
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has issued Advertisement No. 10/2026 for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (Kanisth Abhiyanta) across three state departments – Public Works Department (PWD), Water Resources Department, and Public Health Engineering Department (PHED). A total of 874 vacancies are available and applications must be submitted online through the SSO Rajasthan portal before 14 September 2026 (11:59 PM).
Highlights
| Organisation | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) / Rajasthan Karmchari Chayan Board, Jaipur |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical/Electrical) |
| Total Vacancies | 874 |
| Application Mode | Online (SSO Portal) |
| Start Date | 16 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 14 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is for the post of Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical/Electrical) in the following departments of the Rajasthan Government:
- Public Works Department (PWD)
- Water Resources Department
- Public Health Engineering Department (PHED)
Vacancy Details
| Department | Post | Non‑Scheduled Area | Scheduled Area | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Works Department (PWD) | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Degree Holder | 329 | 22 | 351 |
| Public Works Department (PWD) | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Diploma Holder | 41 | 1 | 42 |
| Water Resources Department | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Degree Holder | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| Water Resources Department | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Diploma Holder | 144 | 35 | 179 |
| Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Degree Holder | 44 | 3 | 47 |
| Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Diploma Holder | 133 | 18 | 151 |
| Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) | Junior Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) – Diploma Holder | 30 | 2 | 32 |
| Total | 874 | |||
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Junior Engineer (Civil) – Degree Holder | Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university/institution in India, or an equivalent qualification as declared by the Government. |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) – Diploma Holder | Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution, or a diploma recognized by the Institution of Engineers for exemption from its associate membership examination. |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) – Diploma Holder | Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution, or an equivalent diploma recognized by the Institution of Engineers. |
Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens or subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who entered India before 1 January 1962, or persons of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, or specified East African countries.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age (as on 1 January 2027) | 18 years |
| Maximum Age (as on 1 January 2027) | 40 years |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS male (Rajasthan residents) – Relaxation | 5 years |
| General category women – Relaxation | 5 years |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS women (Rajasthan residents) – Relaxation | 10 years |
| Ex‑servicemen (as per Rajasthan Civil Services rules) | 15 years (subject to conditions) |
| Benchmark disability (PwD) candidates | Additional 5 years over category relaxation |
| Widows and divorced women | No upper age limit (subject to state retirement age) |
Relaxations are non‑cumulative; only one provision can be availed.
Pay Scale & Salary
The selected candidates will be appointed on a probationary basis for 2 years with a pay matrix of Level‑10 as per the 7th Pay Commission. During probation, a fixed monthly remuneration (as prescribed by the state government) will be paid, and no additional allowances (HRA, DA, etc.) are applicable. Upon successful completion of probation, candidates become eligible for the regular pay scale and confirmation.
Application Fee
| General category & Creamy Layer OBC/MBC | Rs. 600 |
| Rajasthan Non‑Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, EWS, SC, ST | Rs. 400 |
| All Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Rs. 400 |
The fee is a One Time Registration (OTR) fee payable via e‑Mitra kiosk, CSC, net banking, ATM‑cum‑debit card, or credit card. Candidates who have already paid the OTR fee earlier are exempted from paying again.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Number | 10/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 16 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 14 September 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| One Time Registration (OTR) Fee Payment | Before the last date of application |
| Correction Window After Submission | 3 days after application closes (fee of Rs. 300 applicable), plus an additional 7‑day window after the exam for limited fields |
| Tentative Exam Month | February 2027 (CBT / TBT / OMR‑based offline) |
| Admit Card | To be issued online via SSO login (date not specified) |
Selection Process
- Online registration and payment of OTR fee on the SSO portal.
- Submission of the completed application form before the last date.
- Written examination consisting of:
- Part A – General Knowledge (Rajasthan history, culture, geography, etc.) – 40 marks
- Part B – Engineering Subject (Civil or Mechanical/Electrical as applicable) – 80 marks
Total marks: 120; Duration: 2 hours; Objective type MCQs; Negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer; Minimum qualifying marks: 40 %.
- Result declaration based on marks obtained. No further interview or document verification stage is mentioned.
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSO portal of RSSB (link provided in the “Important Links” section).
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to generate a unique login ID.
- Log in with the generated credentials and select “Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical/Electrical)” as the post.
- Fill in personal, educational, and professional details as per the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.) in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the applicable OTR fee (Rs. 600 or Rs. 400 as per your category) through the available online payment modes.
- Review the entire application, confirm that all details are correct, and submit the form before 14 September 2026 (11:59 PM).
- After successful submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| Official Notification PDF | View Here |
| Official Website | rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the application?
The online application must be submitted on or before 14 September 2026 (11:59 PM). - How many total vacancies are there?
There are 874 Junior Engineer vacancies across PWD, Water Resources, and PHED departments. - What are the educational qualifications required?
Degree holders need a B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering; diploma holders need a recognized Diploma in Civil or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering as specified for each post. - Is there any age relaxation?
Yes. Various relaxations are provided (up to 15 years for ex‑servicemen, 10 years for women of certain categories, etc.) as detailed in the Age Limit table. - What is the application fee?
General and Creamy‑Layer OBC/MBC candidates pay Rs. 600; Rajasthan Non‑Creamy‑Layer OBC/MBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD candidates pay Rs. 400. - When will the written exam be conducted?
The exam is tentatively scheduled for February 2027 and may be conducted as CBT, TBT, or OMR‑based offline test. - What is the pay scale for the selected candidates?
Selected candidates will be appointed on a probationary basis with a Pay Matrix Level‑10 as per the 7th Pay Commission.