The UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) on 12 October 2026, according to the published information. Under Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026, the Commission will conduct the Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination (PET-2025)/24 to fill 1,156 vacancies across eight post categories in various Uttar Pradesh government departments, corporations and boards.
Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and have been issued a PET 2025 scorecard can apply. Online applications will open on 3 November 2026 and close on 25 November 2026 on the official UPSSSC website, with a uniform application processing fee of Rs. 25 for all categories. Shortlisting for the main written examination will be based on normalised PET 2025 scores, so candidates should confirm their PET 2025 status and post-wise eligibility from the official notification before applying.
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UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Recruitment Name | UPSSSC Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 24-Exam/2026 |
| Examination Name | Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination (PET-2025)/24 |
| Notification Release Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,156 Posts |
| Post Categories | 8 |
| PET Requirement | UPSSSC PET 2025 participation with issued scorecard |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment and Application Correction | 02 December 2026 |
| Main Exam Date | To be notified |
Applications and fresh fee payments will not be accepted after 25 November 2026. Candidates must complete the fee adjustment within the specified period to use the application correction facility.
Vacancy Details :UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026
UPSSSC has advertised 1,156 vacancies across eight post categories in six departments and organisations. The largest share is for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) in the Irrigation and Water Resources Department, followed by Mechanic posts in the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC).
| Department | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Water Department | Technical Assistant (Mechanical) – Special Selection | 3 |
| Employment and Training Department | Instructor Machinist | 1 |
| UPSRTC | Assistant Storekeeper | 128 |
| UPSRTC | Mechanic | 270 |
| Irrigation and Water Resources Department | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 304 |
| Irrigation and Water Resources Department | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) – Special Selection | 154 |
| Panchayati Raj Department | Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) | 32 |
| Public Works Department | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | 264 |
| Total | 1,156 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 439 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 15 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 285 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 98 |
| Total | 1,156 |
Some vacancies fall under special selection provisions, and horizontal reservation rules also apply. Candidates should check post-specific reservation eligibility in the official notification before choosing a post, as vacancy figures may be revised under applicable government reservation orders.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy both the PET 2025 requirement and the educational qualification prescribed for their selected post. The exact qualification depends on the department and post, so compare your diploma discipline with the equivalence lists in the official advertisement before applying.
PET 2025 Eligibility
- Candidates must have participated in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025.
- A PET 2025 scorecard must have been issued by the Commission.
- Shortlisting for the main examination will be based on normalised PET 2025 scores.
- Candidates with zero or negative normalised scores will not be shortlisted.
Educational Qualification
- Junior Engineer (Mechanical): Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a recognised equivalent qualification, as specified in the notification and departmental equivalence orders.
- Assistant Engineer (Mechanical): Qualification prescribed by the Public Works Department recruitment rules.
- Mechanic / Assistant Storekeeper: Relevant mechanical or technical qualification under UPSRTC service rules.
- Technical Assistant (Mechanical): Qualification prescribed by the Ground Water Department recruitment rules.
- Instructor Machinist: Relevant technical and vocational qualifications under the Employment and Training Department rules.
- Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical): Technical qualification prescribed by the Panchayati Raj Department.
Equivalent disciplines listed in the notification include Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (Production / Maintenance / Automobile / Tool / CAD-CAM / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning), Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool and Die Engineering, Mechatronics, and Robotics and Mechatronics. Inclusion of a discipline in an equivalence list does not mean it is accepted for every post — check the applicable department and post rules. Aspirants preparing for other engineering recruitments may also like the OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 and the C-DAC Recruitment 2026 coverage on this site.
UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 / 21 years (post-wise) |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per Uttar Pradesh Government rules for reserved categories |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 25 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 25 |
| PH (Divyang) | Rs. 25 |
The application-stage fee is only the online processing fee, uniform at Rs. 25 for all categories. The prescribed main examination fee will be payable separately by candidates shortlisted for the main examination, before downloading the exam admit card.
Selection Process
- PET 2025 Score-based Shortlisting: Eligible candidates are shortlisted on normalised PET 2025 scores.
- Main Written Examination: Shortlisted candidates appear for the objective-type Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination.
- Document Verification and Medical: Candidates must satisfy the documentary and recruitment conditions of the Commission and the appointing departments.
Exam Pattern
The main examination will consist of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks, with a duration of 2 hours. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question (0.25 mark) will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Machine Design | 15 | 15 |
| Engineering Mechanics | 10 | 10 |
| Strength of Materials | 10 | 10 |
| Thermodynamics | 5 | 5 |
| Internal Combustion Engine | 5 | 5 |
| Steam Engineering and Power Plant Engineering | 5 | 5 |
| Refrigeration and Air Compression | 5 | 5 |
| Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines | 10 | 10 |
| Computer and Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Salary
| Post Name | Pay Level / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) / Technical Assistant (Mechanical) / Instructor Machinist / ADPRO (Technical) | Level 6 – Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | Level 6 – Pay Band Rs. 9,300–34,800, Grade Pay Rs. 4,200 |
| Mechanic | Level 5 – Pay Band Rs. 5,200–20,200 |
| Assistant Storekeeper | Level 4 – Pay Band Rs. 5,200–20,200 |
The notification presents some positions using a pay-level designation together with an earlier pay-band structure. Treat these as the figures stated in the advertisement rather than directly comparable monthly take-home salaries.
How to Apply for UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Open the link for the Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination (PET-2025)/24 under Advt. No. 24-Exam/2026.
- Authenticate using your UPSSSC PET 2025 registration number and OTP-based verification.
- Fill in the application form, choose your post carefully, and upload the required documents.
- Pay the Rs. 25 online processing fee through the available payment modes.
- Submit the form before 25 November 2026 and take a printout of the final application for your records.
Documents to Keep Ready
- UPSSSC PET 2025 registration number and scorecard
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Class 10 and 12 marksheets and certificates
- Mechanical Engineering diploma certificate and marksheets
- Category / EWS / PwD certificate, if applicable
- Valid photo ID proof and domicile certificate, if required
UPSSSC has released a parallel notification for electrical engineers under the same PET-2025 main examination cycle — candidates from that stream should read the UPSSSC JE Electrical Recruitment 2026 details (380 posts, Advt. 25-Exam/2026). Engineers exploring other public-sector openings can also check the NTPC Recruitment 2026 engineer posts coverage on this site.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| Apply Online (from 03 November 2026, on the official portal) | UPSSSC Apply Online |
| Download Notification (Advt. 24-Exam/2026, on the official website) | Official Notification |
FAQs
When will the UPSSSC JE Mechanical 2026 online form start?
Online applications for the UPSSSC Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026 open on 03 November 2026 and close on 25 November 2026 on upsssc.gov.in.
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,156 vacancies have been advertised across eight post categories under Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026.
Is UPSSSC PET 2025 mandatory for UPSSSC JE Mechanical 2026?
Yes. Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and have been issued a PET 2025 scorecard can apply, and shortlisting for the main exam is based on normalised PET 2025 scores.
What is the application fee for UPSSSC JE Mechanical 2026?
The application-stage online processing fee is Rs. 25 for all categories. A separate main examination fee will apply for candidates shortlisted for the main exam.
What is the age limit for UPSSSC JE Mechanical 2026?
The age limit is 18 or 21 years minimum (post-wise) and 40 years maximum, reckoned as on 01 July 2026, with relaxation as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
What is the selection process for UPSSSC JE Mechanical 2026?
Selection involves PET 2025 score-based shortlisting, followed by the Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination of 100 objective questions (100 marks, 2 hours), and then document verification and medical formalities.
What is the exam pattern of the UPSSSC JE Mechanical Main Exam?
The main exam has 100 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours, covering Machine Design, Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Thermodynamics, IC Engine, Steam and Power Plant, Refrigeration, Fluid Mechanics, Computer and IT, and General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh, with 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the information published by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission in Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026. Candidates should verify eligibility, dates and instructions from the official notification on upsssc.gov.in before applying. A2Z Sarkari Exam is an informational portal and is not affiliated with UPSSSC.
