SSC JE 2026 Option-Cum-Preference Window Open: Check Steps to Submit Preferences Online

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has activated the option cum preferences submission window for the candidates who have appeared in Paper II of Junior Engineer (Civil Mechanical and Electrical) Examination 2025. The candidates are required to fill their preferences to be eligible for the final merit list and selection process. The window was opened on June 10 2026 at 5 PM and will be available till June 14 2026 11:59 PM. 

The SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2025 was held in two phases. The first stage Paper I  was held in computer-based mode, and its results were announced on March 6, 2026, to shortlist candidates for the next round. Candidates who qualified then appeared for Paper II which was conducted on April 7 2026. 

SSC JE Option Cum Preference Form 2026 Notification PDF

According to an official notice issued by SSC candidates can submit their preferred posts and organizations by logging into their accounts on the commission's official website. The option cum preference form can be accessed through the "My Application" section available on the candidate dashboard. The commission has made it clear that all candidates who appeared for Paper II must submit their post preferences within the given deadline. Candidates who fail to complete this step will not be considered for the final merit list or the subsequent selection process. Check the direct link to download the option-cum-preference form notification here. 

SSC JE Option Cum Preference Form 2026 Important Details to Remember

Candidates can modify their post and organisation preferences multiple times during the submission window. However, the preferences saved and submitted last before the deadline will be considered final. SSC has advised candidates to carefully review their choices and click the “Submit” button to complete the process. Once the form is successfully submitted, a confirmation email will be sent to the candidate’s registered email ID. 

Also, SSC has stated that no requests, complaints or grievances related to the Option-cum-Preference form will be accepted after the deadline, regardless of whether they are submitted through email, post, fax, or any other mode.

Steps to Fill SSC JE Option Cum Preference Form 2026

Candidates can follow these basic steps to fill out their preference form as released by the commission.

• Go to the official website of the SSC at ssc.gov.in

• You need to visit the official website and sign in using your login credentials. 

• Click and open the option-cum-preference form available on the home page of the website

• Fill in the required information as per preference

• Submit the form as per the instructions provided.

• Save the form and take a printout for future references

Candidates are advised to visit the official website regularly to obtain recent updates and information related to the SSC JE Form.