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Diploma in Engineering Government Jobs 2026 — Polytechnic Sarkari Naukri

A Polytechnic / Diploma in Engineering (3-year course) qualifies you for Junior Engineer, Technician, and Apprentice posts in Railways, CPWD, SSC JE, Defence Ordnance, state PWDs, and Electricity Boards.

38 Active JobsUpdated 29 Sept 2026✓ All India + State
Top Recruiters
  • • SSC JE (Diploma stream)
  • • RRB JE / Technician
  • • CPWD
  • • State PWD / JDVVNL
  • • Ordnance Factories
Salary Range

₹21,700 – ₹35,400 / month

CTC inclusive

Popular Posts
  • • Junior Engineer (SSC JE)
  • • Technician Grade-III (RRB)
  • • JE Civil/Mechanical/Electrical
  • • Act Apprentice
  • • Technical Supervisor
Age Limit

18 – 32 years (varies)

Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC

Latest Diploma in Engineering Job Notifications 2026

38 found
Latest PostingPSU JobsUttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL )- Junior Engineer (Diploma) Recruitment 2026

Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited

120 Posts
Last: Thu, 20 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingDefence Jobs

Technician (Vocational) Apprentice Programme, Naval Ship Repair Yard (NSRY), 2026

Naval Ship Repair Yard (NSRY), Sri Vijaya Puram, Ministry of Defence (Navy)

50 Posts
Last: Sat, 10 Oct, 2026
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Latest PostingRailway Jobs

Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala Act Apprentice 2026

Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala, Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India

734 Posts
Last: Sat, 05 Sept, 2026
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Latest PostingRailway Jobs

RailTel Corporation of India Limited Graduate Engineer Apprentice, Diploma Engineer Apprentice Recruitment 2026

RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL)

40 Posts
Last: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsRajasthan

RVUNL Junior Engineer (JEN) Electrical, Mechanical, Civil 2026

Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL)

869 Posts
Last: Tue, 25 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingDefence Jobs

Solid State Physics Laboratory, Apprentice (ITI Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice) 2026

Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India

41 Posts
Last: Fri, 21 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingPSU Jobs

NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Trade, Non-Engineering Graduate, Engineering Graduate and Technician (Diploma)

NLC India Limited (NLCIL)

1,235 Posts
Last: Tue, 11 Aug, 2026
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U R Rao Satellite Centre Apprentice (Graduate / Technician / Commercial Practice) Recruitment 2026

U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), ISRO, Department of Space

410 Posts
Last: Fri, 28 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingTamil Nadu

Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) 2026

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)

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Last: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsAssam

APSC Junior Manager Recruitment 2026

Assam Power Generation Corporation Limited (APGCL)

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Last: Fri, 21 Aug, 2026
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Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Graduate Apprentice & Technician Apprentice 2026

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Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), SAIL - Trade Apprentice (ITI), Diploma Apprentice, Graduate/Degree Apprentice 2026

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Latest PostingMining & Minerals Jobs

Western Coalfields Limited Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C, Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C Recruitment 2026

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444 Posts
Last: Mon, 10 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsKarnataka

Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-I/II, Project Assistant-I/II, Data Entry Operator cum Assistant Recruitment 2026

Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI)

71 Posts
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Latest PostingUttarakhand

Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET) 2026 - UTET-I & UTET-II

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Last: Mon, 03 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsWest Bengal

Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Kolkata Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026

Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Kolkata

44 Posts
Last: Mon, 03 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsHimachal Pradesh

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15 Posts
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Latest PostingDefence JobsPunjab

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10 Posts
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Latest PostingPSU Jobs

Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) Apprentice (Various Trades) Recruitment 2026–27

Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB)

71 Posts
Last: Mon, 10 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingPSU JobsMadhya Pradesh

Nepa Limited Recruitment 2026 for Various Posts

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36 Posts
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsChhattisgarh

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Chief Medical and Health Office Bemetara (CMHO Bemetara)

52 Posts
Last: Fri, 14 Aug, 2026
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Airports Authority of India (AAI) Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice & ITI Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27

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95 Posts
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsBihar

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Non-Teaching Recruitment for Junior Assistant, Junior Technician, Assistant Systems Engineer, Junior Technical Superintendent 2026

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad

38 Posts
Last: Thu, 06 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingRailway Jobs

Northeast Frontier Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 for Saxophonist and Western Classical Pianist

Northeast Frontier Railway (NF Railway), Maligaon, Guwahati-11 (Assam)

2 Posts
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsDelhi

IUAC Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 - Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, ITI Apprentice

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10 Posts
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsDelhi

IUAC Recruitment 2026: Scientist-C, Junior Engineer-C, Library Assistant-C

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8 Posts
Last: Tue, 04 Aug, 2026
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsChhattisgarh

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Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (CGSSB)

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HPCL Junior Executive Vacancy 2026

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Latest PostingState Govt JobsDelhi

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Latest PostingPSU JobsAssam

Indian Oil Corporation Limited – Guwahati Refinery Trade Apprentice / Technician Apprentice 2026-27

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102 Posts
Last: Tue, 28 Jul, 2026
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Latest PostingState Govt JobsJharkhand

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61 Posts
Last: Fri, 24 Jul, 2026
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Latest PostingScience & Research Jobs

ISRO ISTRAC Graduate, Diploma & ITI Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

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Government Job Opportunities for Diploma in Engineering Holders

SSC JE (Junior Engineer) accepts Diploma in Engineering as an alternative to a full B.Tech degree — making it one of the most important government exams for polytechnic students. Diploma holders in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical can appear for SSC JE and join CPWD, MES, CRPF, CWC, and other central departments as Junior Engineers at Pay Level 6 (₹35,400/month basic). The selection process is the same for diploma and degree holders: Paper-I (Computer Based Test) and Paper-II (Conventional/descriptive). This single exam opens doors to central government technical employment with good pay and job security.

Indian Railways is one of the biggest employers of diploma holders. RRB JE (Junior Engineer) exam recruits for multiple technical categories including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, and IT. Diploma holders are eligible for RRB JE as well as Railway Technician Grade III posts (Signal, Track Machine, Electrical, Diesel). Pay levels for these Railway posts range from Level 5 to Level 6 (₹29,200–₹35,400/month basic). RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) also accepts diploma holders in the relevant engineering stream. Given the sheer size of Indian Railways (over 14 lakh employees), vacancies run in thousands every recruitment cycle.

State government departments — State PWD, Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOMs), Irrigation Department, Water Supply Boards — recruit Junior Engineers at the state level, often via State Public Service Commissions or direct department notifications. These state JE exams are conducted by BSSC, OSSC, MPESB, UKPSC, RPSC, and others. Ordnance Factories Board (OFB) and defence PSUs like BEL, BEML, and BHEL also recruit diploma holders as Technician Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act, with a decent stipend and potential absorption as regular employees after training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Diploma in Engineering sufficient for SSC JE?
Yes. SSC JE explicitly accepts Diploma in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) as equivalent to a B.Tech / B.E. for eligibility. Diploma holders compete in the same exam and selection pool as degree holders. Pay after selection is identical — Level 6 (₹35,400/month basic). The only difference is that candidates with a degree may have a slight advantage in the descriptive Paper-II, but many diploma holders crack SSC JE with thorough preparation.
What Railway posts can a Diploma holder apply for?
Diploma holders can apply for: RRB JE (Junior Engineer) in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Signal — Pay Level 6 (₹35,400); Technician Grade-I/III (Electrical, Mechanical, Signal) — Pay Level 5 (₹29,200); RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) — Pay Level 2 (₹19,900) for 10th+ITI, but diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics is directly eligible. RRB JE is the most sought-after for diploma holders due to better pay and designation.
What is the salary of a Junior Engineer in the central government?
Junior Engineer (JE) posts in Central Government are at Pay Level 6 under 7th CPC: Basic pay ₹35,400/month. With DA (currently ~50%), HRA (8–27% depending on city), TA, and medical allowance, gross monthly salary is approximately ₹55,000–₹75,000/month in metros and ₹48,000–₹60,000/month in smaller cities. After promotion to Assistant Engineer (AE) at Level 7 (₹44,900 basic), total compensation increases significantly.
Can a Diploma holder give GATE for PSU jobs?
No. GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is only open to B.E / B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc (Engineering) or integrated dual degree candidates. Diploma holders are not eligible for GATE. However, diploma holders can appear in SSC JE, RRB JE, state PSC JE exams, and apply for Apprentice under the Apprenticeship Act (NAPS / NATS) in PSUs like BHEL, ONGC, SAIL, and Railways, which can be a gateway to permanent employment.
What is Act Apprentice recruitment in government PSUs?
Under the Apprentices Act 1961, PSUs and government departments are required to train a minimum number of apprentices. Diploma and ITI holders can register on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal (apprenticeshipindia.org). PSUs like BHEL, ONGC, SAIL, Railways, BEL, and DRDO offer Act Apprentice stipends of ₹9,000–₹14,000/month for diploma holders during the 1-year training period. While there is no guaranteed absorption, many PSUs prefer to hire from their trained apprentice pool.
Which state government exams are available for diploma engineers?
Nearly every state conducts its own Junior Engineer exam for diploma holders. Key ones: BSSC JE (Bihar), OSSC JE (Odisha), MPPSC / MPESB JE (Madhya Pradesh), RPSC JE (Rajasthan), HPSSC JE (Himachal Pradesh), UKPSC JE (Uttarakhand), BPSC JE (Bihar Public Service), HSSC JE (Haryana). State Electricity Boards (TNEB, JDVVNL, UPPCL, MSEDCL) also conduct separate JE exams for Electrical diploma holders. Pay is typically ₹22,000–₹35,000/month at entry level depending on the state pay matrix.

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