The UPSSSC Junior Engineer exam recruits Junior Engineers (Civil) for various Uttar Pradesh state departments including PWD, Irrigation and Jal Nigam. It is a prime opportunity for civil engineering aspirants from UP and neighbouring regions who want a secure state government posting close to home.
UPSSSC JE requires a valid PET score as a gateway — clear that first, then the UP-specific GK and technical accuracy decide your rank.
UPSSSC JE at a glance
Eligibility
- • Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised board, OR
- • B.Tech in Civil Engineering
- • Domicile/eligibility as per UPSSSC rules
Salary
Pay Level 6 (state) — approx ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month plus allowances (as per latest notification).
Stages
Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) → Main Written Exam → Document Verification
See the full UPSSSC JE syllabus & exam pattern →
Step-by-step preparation strategy
- ✅Ensure your PET score is valid before the JE notification.
- ✅Prioritise high-weight civil subjects and UP-specific general knowledge.
- ✅Practise UPSSSC JE previous-year papers for the exact difficulty level.
- ✅Maintain speed — the objective paper rewards accuracy under time pressure.
Recommended study timeline
PET readiness
Ensure a valid Preliminary Eligibility Test score before the JE notification.
Months 1–3 · Technical core
All civil subjects for the technical section.
Months 4–5 · UP GK
Uttar Pradesh general knowledge and current affairs.
Final weeks · PYQ + Mocks
UPSSSC JE previous papers and timed mocks.
Subjects to prioritise
General / Non-Technical
- • General Intelligence & Reasoning
- • General Awareness & Current Affairs
- • Quantitative Aptitude (where applicable)
Civil Engineering — Core
- • Building Materials
- • Estimating, Costing & Valuation
- • Surveying & Levelling
- • Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering
- • Hydraulics & Fluid Mechanics
- • Irrigation Engineering
- • Transportation (Highway) Engineering
- • Environmental Engineering
Structural Engineering
- • Theory of Structures
- • Concrete Technology
- • RCC Design (Limit State & Working Stress)
- • Steel Design
Books & resources
- Core civil engineering notes
- Uttar Pradesh GK material
- UPSSSC JE previous-year papers
Common mistakes to avoid
- ⚠️Forgetting to keep the PET score valid.
- ⚠️Ignoring UP-specific general knowledge.
- ⚠️Low accuracy under time pressure.
UPSSSC JE preparation — FAQs
Do I need to clear PET for UPSSSC JE? +
Yes, a valid Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) score is required to apply for UPSSSC JE.
Can students from Uttarakhand apply? +
Eligibility depends on UPSSSC domicile rules — our mentors guide you on exactly which state exams you qualify for.
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