SSC JE (Junior Engineering) Exam has two papers. The Tier 1 Exam is an Objective type paper, while the Tier 2 paper is a Subjective or Descriptive type paper. The SSC JE Tier 1 paper includes three sections that mainly cover topics under General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Engineering.
The paper has two common sections and one section related to the specific branch the examinee has applied for. The detailed section-wise syllabus for Tier 1 of SSC JE has been listed down. The syllabus for the engineering branches is mainly of the Diploma level in Engineering.
SSC JE Tier 1 Section I : General Intelligence and Reasoning
Interested candidates can follow the website of BYJU’S Exam Prep for further information and regular updates about the SSC JE Exam. The SSC JE syllabus for Tier 1 are:
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- General Awareness
- General Engineering ( Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering)
The General Intelligence and Reasoning section covers verbal as well as the non-verbal type of questions. The questions are designed to test symbols, relationships and various abstract ideas. The topics covered under this section are given below:
- Classification
- Venn Diagram
- Analogy
- Coding-Decoding
- Decision Making
- Similarities and Differences
- Word Formation
- Direction and Distance
- Problem Solving
- Reasoning Puzzles
- Calendars
- Statement and Conclusion
SSC JE Tier 1 Section II : General Awareness
The General Awareness section mainly tests the candidate’s general knowledge and awareness about the current state of affairs. This section aims to prepare the candidate to remain aware of the day-to-day things happening in their surroundings and daily lives. Questions may also include subjects related to India and its neighboring countries. The main topics covered under this section are discussed along with some examples below:
- Static General Knowledge
- Books and Authors
- Awards and Honors
- History
- Science
- Culture
- Inventions and Discoveries
- Important Schemes
- Current Affairs
- Geography
- Portfolio
- Countries, Capital, and Currencies
- Sports
- Economic
- People in the News
- Tennis Grand Slam Winners
SSC JE Tier 1 Section II : General Engineering
- Part – A (Civil and Structural Engineering)
- Building Materials
- Costing and Valuation
- Hydraulics
- Surveying
- Transportation Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Irrigation Engineering
- Soil Mechanics
- Theory of Structures
- Steel Design
- Concrete Technology
- RCC Design
- Part B (Electrical Engineering)
- Basic Concepts
- Measurement and Measuring Instruments
- Electrical Machines
- AC Fundamentals
- Circuit Law
- Magnetic Circuit
- Basic Electronics
- Fractional Kilowatt Motors
- Single-Phase Induction Motors
- Utilization and Electrical Energy
- Generation, Transmission and Distribution
- Estimation and Costing
- Synchronous Machines
- Part C (Mechanical Engineering)
- Theory of Machines and Machine Design
- Properties of Pure Substances
- First and Second Law of Thermodynamics
- Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials
- Air Standard Cycles for IC Engines
- Cooling and Lubrication for IC Engines
- IC Engine Performance
- IC Engine Combustion
- Rankine Cycle of System
- Refrigeration Cycles
- Principles of a Refrigeration Plant
- Nozzles and Steam Turbines
- Properties and Classification of Fluids
- Measurement of Flow Rates in Fluids
- Dynamics of Ideal Fluids
- Hydraulic Turbines
- Classification of Steel
- Centrifugal Pumps
After clearing the Tier 1 and Tier 2 of the SSC JE Exam, candidates have to proceed to the second stage of the selection procedure. Candidates have to appear for the Document Verification. BYJU’s Exam Prep guides candidates with details regarding the syllabus and other aspects of exams. Candidates are advised to keep a look on the BYJU’s Exam Prep website to stay updated.