The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has officially announced the Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2025 for engineering graduates across various government departments. This recruitment drive offers 1,200+ technical vacancies with attractive salary packages in the Karnataka state government.
KPSC JE Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Public Service Commission |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) |
| Total Vacancies | 313+ (Expected) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Eligibility | Diploma/Degree in Engineering |
| Age Limit | 18-35 Years |
| Salary | ₹35,400 – ₹66,600 (Level 8) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Document Verification |
| Official Website | [KPSC Official Portal] |
KPSC JE Recruitment 2024, 313 Posts
| Events | Dates |
| Official Notification Release Date | 15th March 2024 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 29th April 2024 |
| Apply Online End Date | 28th May 2024 |
| Last Date for the Payment of Application Fee | 28th May 2024 |
| KPSC JE Exam Date 2024 | To be notified |
| Departments | Posts | Number of Vacancies |
| Department of Water Resources | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) for in-service Group C personnel serving in the water resources department | 04 |
| Department of Water Resources | Junior Engineer (Civil) for in-service Group C personnel serving in the water resources department | 54 |
| Department of Water Resources | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 26 |
| Department of Water Resources | Junior Engineer (Civil) | 216 |
| Public Library | Assistant Librarian | 13 |
| Total | 313 | |
Detailed Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Civil JE: Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering
Mechanical JE: Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Electrical JE: Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum Marks: 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST)
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025):
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 35 years
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC
KPSC JE Recruitment 2025 Salary
After clearing all the stages of the KPSC JE Recruitment 2024 selection process, candidates who will be hired for the post of Assistant Librarian will get Rs. 30,350 – Rs. 58,250/- as their monthly salary. The table below provides the monthly pay for the Junior Engineer (Civil & Mechanical) posts.
| Posts | Salaries |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Rs. 33,450 – Rs. 62,600/- |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | Rs. 33,450 – Rs. 62,600/- |
| Assistant Librarian | Rs. 30,350 – Rs. 58,250/- |
Salary Structure:
Basic Pay: ₹35,400 – ₹66,600 (Level 8)
Grade Pay: ₹4,800
Allowances: DA, HRA, Travel Allowance
Application Process
Visit Official Website: KPSC recruitment portal
New Registration: Create account with valid email/mobile
Fill Application: Enter personal/educational details
Upload Documents: Photo, signature, degree certificates
Pay Fee: ₹250 (General), ₹100 (Reserved categories)
Final Submission: Download confirmation page
KPSC Junior Engineer Recruitment Syllabus
Selection Process:
Written Examination (200 Marks)
Technical Subject (100 Marks)
General Knowledge (50 Marks)
Karnataka Specific (50 Marks)
Exam Structure:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Core Engineering | 100 | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 50 | 50 |
| Karnataka Affairs | 50 | 50 |
| Subjects/Sections | Topics |
| General Studies |
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| General English |
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| General Kannada |
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| Computer Knowledge |
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Preparation Tips
Focus on core engineering concepts
Practice KPSC previous year papers
Study Karnataka government schemes
Prepare technical drawing basics
FAQs
1. What is the qualification for KPSC JE?
Diploma/Degree in relevant engineering discipline as per KPSC JE eligibility criteria.
2. Is there interview for Junior Engineer post?
No, selection is based on written exam and document verification.
3. What is KPSC JE salary?
Selected candidates get ₹35,400 – ₹66,600 as per 7th Pay Commission.
4. How many attempts allowed for KPSC JE?
No limit, but candidates must satisfy age criteria.
5. Is KPSC JE exam conducted online?
No, it’s offline (OMR sheet) based examination.