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Physics Wallah helps you check important information related to multiple engineering exams in one place. From exam dates and eligibility criteria to syllabus and exam pattern, you can explore complete information for different AE/JE exams and access exam-specific preparation resources.
AE/JE exam dates are released separately by different conducting authorities like RRB, SSC, and various state recruitment boards. If you are preparing for AE/JE 2026 exams, keeping track of important events like notification dates, application forms, admit cards, and exam schedules becomes important because every exam follows a different recruitment timeline.
For RRB JE 2025-26, the CBT 1 examination has already been conducted, and CBT 2 is expected to be held in June 2026. SSC JE 2026 recruitment dates have also been released through the revised SSC exam calendar, while several state AE/JE exams are expected to release notifications throughout the year based on vacancies and department requirements.
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Event |
RRB JE 2026 |
SSC JE 2026 |
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Notification Release |
28th October 2025 |
31st March 2026 |
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Application Form Start Date |
31st October 2025 |
31st March 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
30th November 2025 |
30th April 2026 |
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Stage I Exam Date |
CBT 1 conducted on 19th-20th and 25th February 2026 |
Paper 1: May – June 2026 |
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Stage II Exam Date |
CBT 2 expected in June 2026 |
Paper 2 tentatively expected in late 2026 |
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Result Date |
To be announced |
To be announced |
Eligibility criteria for AE/JE exams differ according to the post, branch, and recruitment authority. Most JE exams require a diploma or engineering degree, while AE posts usually require a B.Tech or BE degree. State-wise AE/JE exam eligibility criteria may vary according to the conducting authority, engineering branch, and department requirements.
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Feature |
RRB JE 2026 |
SSC JE 2026 |
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Conducting Body |
Railway Recruitment Boards |
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
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Posts |
JE, CMA, DMS & Others |
Junior Engineer |
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Educational Qualification |
Diploma or B.E./B.Tech. in relevant disciplines |
Diploma or Degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering |
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Age Limit |
18 to 33 years |
Up to 30 or 32 years (varies by post) |
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Nationality |
All Indian Nationals are eligible |
Indian Citizens and other eligible categories |
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Experience Requirement |
Not Mandatory |
Required for diploma holders in specific departments |
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Selection Process |
CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification |
Paper 1, Paper 2, Document Verification |
The AE/JE exam pattern varies according to the conducting authority and engineering branch. Exams like RRB JE and SSC JE follow different selection stages, marking schemes, and question distribution. State-wise AE/JE exam pattern may also differ depending on the recruitment process and department requirements.
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Feature |
RRB JE 2026 |
SSC JE 2026 |
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Conducting Body |
Railway Recruitment Board |
Staff Selection Commission |
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Eligible Branches |
Multiple Engineering Branches |
Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Quantity Surveying and Contracts |
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Exam Mode |
Online |
Online |
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Selection Process |
CBT 1, CBT 2, Document Verification |
Paper 1, Paper 2, Document Verification |
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Number of Stages |
Two Stages |
Two Papers |
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Total Questions |
CBT 1 – 100 Questions CBT 2 – 150 Questions |
Paper 1 – 200 Questions Paper 2 – 100 Questions |
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Total Marks |
CBT 1 – 100 Marks CBT 2 – 150 Marks |
Paper 1 – 200 Marks Paper 2 – 300 Marks |
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Type of Questions |
Objective Type |
Objective Based |
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Negative Marking |
⅓ Mark Deduction in CBT 1 & CBT 2 |
Paper 1 0.25 marks - Paper 2 - 1/3 marks for every incorrect answer |
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Exam Duration |
CBT 1 – 90 Minutes CBT 2 – 120 Minutes |
Paper - 120 Minutes Paper 2 -120 Minutes |
The AE/JE syllabus varies according to the conducting authority, engineering branch, and exam level. RRB JE, SSC JE, and state-wise AE/JE exams follow different technical subjects, exam topics, and section-wise weightage. Some exams focus more on technical concepts, while others also include reasoning, general awareness, and current affairs sections.
The syllabus usually includes:
Branch Technical Subjects
Engineering Mathematics
General Intelligence
General Awareness
Current Affairs
General Science
State-wise AE/JE syllabus may also include state GK and department-specific topics. You can download detailed branch-wise and exam-wise syllabus PDFs from the links given below.
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AE JE Syllabus 2026 -2027 |
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RRB JE Syllabus 2026 |
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SSC JE Syllabus 2026 |
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PW provides branch-wise preparation support for different AE/JE exams, including RRB JE, SSC JE, and state engineering recruitment exams. You can access batches, mock tests, practice questions, and revision resources according to your engineering branch and exam requirements.
PW offers dedicated preparation batches for different engineering branches:
46 batches for Civil Engineering
34 batches for Electrical Engineering
33 batches for Mechanical Engineering
11 batches for Electronics Engineering
PW also provides 100+ mock tests across different engineering branches to help you practice according to the latest AE/JE exam pattern.
You can prepare branch-specific technical subjects for exams like RRB JE, SSC JE, and state AE/JE recruitment exams through dedicated batches and practice resources.
Recorded classes, revision sessions, and practice resources help in revising important engineering topics before the exam.
Mock test practice helps you improve question-solving speed and manage time better during CBT-based exams.
By practising mock tests regularly, you can understand question trends, marking schemes, and important topics for different AE/JE exams.

