JKSSB Junior Engineer (Civil): Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Eligibility (2026)
Official Notification Summary
Exam Pattern & Section-wise Marks Distribution
The selection process for the post of Junior Engineer (Civil) under the Public Works (R&B) Department & Jal Shakti Department follows the official blueprint notified by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board. Candidates should organize their daily study schedules around the prescribed mark allocations below:
| Subject / Section Name | Number of Questions | Allocated Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Surveying | 10 | 10 |
| Mechanics & Structural Analysis | 15 | 15 |
| RCC Structures & Design | 15 | 15 |
| Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering | 10 | 10 |
| Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulics | 15 | 15 |
| Irrigation Engineering & Hydrology | 10 | 10 |
| Water Supply & Sanitary Engineering | 10 | 10 |
| Transportation / Highway Engineering | 10 | 10 |
| Railway Engineering & Tunnelling | 10 | 10 |
| Construction Planning & Management (CPM/PERT) | 15 | 15 |
| Total Test Weightage | 120 Questions | 120 Marks |
Marking Scheme Notes: Each multiple choice question carries fixed value. For each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer is deducted. Candidates are advised against blind guessing. Questions left unattempted attract zero penalty.
Official Topic-wise Syllabus
Below is the comprehensive syllabus arranged in the exact sequence specified in the official JKSSB advertisement notification. Focus intensively on high-weightage sections such as General Awareness with special reference to Jammu & Kashmir UT.
Surveying & Leveling (10 Marks)
Principles of surveying, chain surveying, prismatic compass, theodolite traverse, leveling and contouring, tachometric surveying, curve setting, total station and GPS fundamentals.
Mechanics & Structural Analysis (15 Marks)
Direct and bending stresses, shear stress, Mohr's circle, bending moment and shear force diagrams for statically determinate beams, slope and deflection, truss analysis, moment distribution method.
RCC Structures & Design (15 Marks)
Limit state design philosophy, singly and doubly reinforced beams, flanged sections, shear and torsion, bond and anchorage, one-way and two-way slabs, short columns, isolated footings (IS 456-2000).
Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering (10 Marks)
Soil classification, permeability and seepage, effective stress principle, compaction and consolidation, shear strength of soils, bearing capacity of shallow foundations, deep pile foundations.
Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulics (15 Marks)
Fluid properties, pressure measurement, Bernoulli's theorem, laminar and turbulent pipe flow, boundary layer theory, open channel flow, specific energy, hydraulic jump, centrifugal pumps and turbines.
Irrigation Engineering & Hydrology (10 Marks)
Crop water requirements, canal design (Kennedy and Lacey theories), canal lining, diversion headworks, gravity dams, spillways, cross-drainage structures.
Water Supply & Sanitary Engineering (10 Marks)
Water demand forecasting, water quality standards, treatment processes (coagulation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection), sewerage systems, sewage treatment, sludge disposal.
Transportation & Highway Engineering (10 Marks)
Highway planning and geometric design (IRC standards), sight distances, super elevation, pavement materials (aggregates, bitumen), design of flexible and rigid pavements.
Railway Engineering & Tunnelling (10 Marks)
Permanent way components, rail gauges, rail joints, sleepers and ballast, points and crossings, interlocking and signaling, tunnel cross-sections and ventilation.
Construction Planning & Management (15 Marks)
Project scheduling, Bar charts, CPM and PERT network analysis, cost-time optimization, construction equipment, contracts, tenders, valuation, safety and quality assurance.
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What Changed in Recent Notifications
Official Notification PDF & Board Verification
Do not rely on unverified social media forwards or altered circulars. The complete advertisement notification, service rules, and prescribed annexures can be downloaded directly from the official JKSSB repository:
Download Official Junior Engineer (Civil) Syllabus PDF ⇩
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the educational qualification for JKSSB JE Civil?
Candidates must possess a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized government polytechnic institute or a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) from a recognized University.
Is there any interview or viva voce for JKSSB Junior Engineer?
No. Under S.O. 180 recruitment guidelines, selection is based 100% on the normalized merit score obtained in the single-stage objective Computer Based Test (CBT).
Is negative marking applicable in the JKSSB JE exam?
Yes. Each incorrect response incurs a deduction of 0.25 marks (negative marking) in the 120-question CBT.
Does the JKSSB JE Civil exam include non-technical general knowledge?
No. The official syllabus for JKSSB JE Civil is strictly technical, with all 120 marks distributed across civil engineering core disciplines.
Where can candidates download the official notification PDF?
The official notification and syllabus PDF can be accessed directly from the official JKSSB portal at jkssb.nic.in under notification 06 of 2022.