How to Prepare for SSC JE in 80 Days?
An Effective Study Plan
Staff Service Commission, popularly known as SSC, is a famous government department that helps in the recruitment of candidates in various departments of the government of India. SSC conducts multiple exams like SSC JE, SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, SSC MTS, etc. Some of these exams, like SSC JE, are for the recruitment of candidates for technical positions like junior engineer, while others are for the recruitment of candidates in non-technical positions. However, in this blog we would solely focus upon the recruitment in technical positions, i.e., upon SSC JE. We would focus upon a few topics like how to prepare for SSC JE, the SSC JE 2025 syllabus, the SSC JE study plan for 80 days, etc. This blog would be helpful for those aspirants who are going to appear in SSC JE 2025.
SSC JE 2025
SSC released the official notification for 2025 on 30th June 2025; the last day for submission of online applications was 21st July 2025. As per the official notification, the SSC JE exam is going to be conducted from 27th October 2025 to 31st October 2025. Aspirants who want to work in departments like MES, CPWD, BRO, CPES, etc. as junior engineers have to appear in the SSC JE 2025 examination.
SSC JE is a highly competitive exam in which diploma as well as degree-holding students are eligible. Departments like CPWD have very high cut-offs. In such a scenario, it becomes very important that aspirants follow the SSC JE preparation strategy.
As of now, hardly 80 days are left for SSC JE, in such less time it is very important that aspirants follow a proper study plan for the rest of days so that they can ensure their selection.
Aspirants can divide these 80 days in 3 phases each of 30 days. In each phase aspirants have to finish different activities.
| Phase | Period | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1-30 | Concept building and syllabus completion |
| 2 | 31-60 | Practising questions, attempting mock test, solving pyq (previous year questions) |
| 3 | 61-80 | Revision |
Let us have a look at each phase in detail.
How to prepare for SSC JE-80 study days plan
The first question that generally comes to the mind of aspirants when they fill out the SSC JE form is how to prepare for the SSC JE exam, what are the important aspects where aspirants should focus during SSC JE technical preparation, SSC JE preparation tips, SSC JE preparation strategy, etc. For all such questions, we are presenting the section on how to prepare for SSC JE.
To prepare for SSC JE, students need adequate conceptual clarity. The level of questions asked in SSC JE are not very tough; however, the syllabus is quite large, which makes it difficult for aspirants to perform well in the exam. The syllabus of CBT 1 and CBT 2 is different. CBT 1 consists of 200 questions, each worth 1 mark. The questions in SSC JE CBT 1 are divided into 3 sections, viz., General Intelligence, General Awareness, and the Technical portion.
General intelligence and general awareness have a weightage of 50 marks each, and the technical portion carries the weightage of 100 marks, and therefore it becomes important for aspirants to score good marks in every section of the SSC JE 2025 exam.
Let us have a look at the SSC JE preparation strategy.
SSC JE preparation strategy
As said above, scoring good marks in every section is very important for the selection in CBT 2 in SSC JE. To score good marks in CBT 1 and CBT 2, candidates need to prepare every section in the SSC JE exam. Candidates have to follow a subject-wise plan for each section so that they can clear the cut-off of SSC JE CBT 1 and can secure their place in the final merit list of SSC JE CBT 2.
Let us look at the SSC JE preparation strategy.
- Get the official syllabus: Before starting the preparation, it is important that candidates get the latest SSC JE 2025 syllabus from the official website of SSC. Although the syllabus generally remains the same, it is still advised that candidates check the SSC JE 2025 syllabus from the official website.
- Arrange all the resources: Candidates who are aspiring for SSC JE 2025 should arrange all the resources before starting their preparation. Candidates can also join MADE EASY Live Online classes for SSC JE 2025 exam. Those candidates who are not able to join live classes can opt for the MADE EASY recorded course for SSC JE 2025 exam. These classes are conducted by MADE EASY expert faculty team members. Complete technical and non-technical sections of the SSC JE 2025 syllabus are covered in these courses. Those students who want to target other AE and JE exams can enroll in the MADE EASY Live Online JE and AE course.
- Complete the syllabus at least 1.5 months before the exam: Aspirants should try to complete their SSC JE 2025 syllabus at least 1.5 months before the exam. This would provide them enough time for practice and revision.
- Don’t skip the non-technical portion: Generally, students preparing for SSC JE have this misconception that only the completion of the SSC JE technical syllabus would be sufficient for qualifying the CBT 1. This is absolutely wrong, as the SSC JE technical portion carries a weightage of only 100 marks, and to get selected in CBT 1, candidates need to score good marks in other sections also.
- Practice daily and attempt mock tests: Merely completing the syllabus is not sufficient for SSC JE 2025 CBT 1; candidates need to practice the concepts on a regular basis. Also, attempting mock tests is very important in SSC JE exam preparation. Candidates should also solve previous year papers to get an idea of the level of the exam and the type of questions asked previously in the SSC JE exam. For SSC JE 2025 aspirants, MADE EASY has launched the SSC JE 2025 test series. This test series is designed by expert faculty members. The difficulty level of the test series is close to equal to or more than the actual SSC JE exam so that students can get a real feel for the exam. To know more about the SSC JE 2025 test series, candidates can visit here.
- Prepare short notes: Handwritten notes are a great source of revision before the mock test and also before the exam. While completing any topic, aspirants should try to make their own handwritten notes. After multiple revisions and attempting multiple mock tests of the SSC JE 2025 exam, candidates should make their own short notes so that they can refer to these short notes before the exam for a quick revision.
- Note down mistakes: Merely attempting mock tests is not enough; analyzing the tests after attempting them is equally important in the SSC JE 2025 exam. Candidates who are preparing for the SSC JE 2025 exam should note down their mistakes and try not to repeat them in the future.
- Stay calm and eat healthy food: Candidates should eat healthy food and take care of their health. Staying healthy is very important for aspirants preparing for SSC JE 2025. Candidates should get proper sleep along with a healthy diet. Eating junk food can make the aspirants sick, which would hamper their preparation.
SSC JE subject-wise plan
As we discussed the importance of scoring good marks in every section in SSC JE exam in the previous sections, let us have a look at SSC JE subject-wise plan.
General Intelligence and Reasoning
General intelligence and reasoning is a very important subject in the SSC JE syllabus, as it holds 25% weightage in the SSC JE exam. The questions in the general intelligence and reasoning section are not very tough in the SSC JE exam; however, candidates need to maintain their accuracy and time management. If prepared well, then aspirants can even score full marks in this section. To prepare for general intelligence and reasoning for the SSC JE exam, aspirants can follow the below-mentioned steps:
- Understand the syllabus: SSC JE exam aspirants should understand the syllabus to strategize their preparation accordingly.
- Time management: SSC JE exam requires good time management skills. Aspirants should develop their time management skills from the preparation phase itself.
- Use PYQ for practice: Candidates can use the previous year questions as a source of practice. This would help the candidates to understand the level of question that are asked in SSC JE exam.
- Follow standard books: Nowadays there are lots of books available in the market. However, SSC JE exam aspirants should only follow standard books for their SSC JE preparation. For general intelligence and reasoning, candidates can refer to MADE EASY books. To know more about books and previous year papers, candidates can visit here.
- Practice regularly: Regular practice is very important for developing conceptual clarity in general intelligence and reasoning for SSC JE exam. Candidates should practice a lot of questions on daily basis. This would also help in improving their speed.
- Stay healthy: As we know that a healthy body resides in healthy mind. Candidates preparing for SSC JE should eat healthy food, take proper sleep and avoid junk food to stay fit during SSC JE exam preparation.
General awareness
Just like general intelligence and reasoning, general awareness is also a very important subject in the SSC JE syllabus, as it also holds 25% weightage in the SSC JE exam. The general awareness section tests the understanding and knowledge of aspirants around their surroundings and knowledge of other non-engineering subjects like history, geography, polity, etc. It also tests the knowledge candidates have about the current affairs.
To prepare for general intelligence and reasoning for the SSC JE exam, aspirants can follow the below-mentioned steps:
- Understand the syllabus: SSC JE exam aspirants should understand the syllabus to strategize their preparation accordingly. SSC JE candidates should avoid spending too much time on the general awareness section and should study as per the syllabus.
- Read current affairs daily: Candidates should read current affairs daily. Candidates can follow the MADE EASY website regularly for current affairs.
- Build strong concepts of static GK: Candidates should develop the static GK part, as lots of questions are asked from static GK. Candidates can refer to NCERT books from class 6 to 12 for the static GK portion.
- Prepare handwritten notes: Notes are very important in the general awareness section. Candidates should prepare their own notes while completing any topic.
- Attempt mock test: Candidates should attempt mock tests at regular intervals to check their knowledge.
- Revise regularly: Regular revision is very important in the general awareness section for the SSC JE exam. Candidates should practice a lot of questions on a daily basis. This would also help in improving their speed. Candidates should also check previous years’ papers to get an idea of the level of questions.
- Stay healthy: SSC JE exam aspirants should follow a healthy diet, take adequate rest, and keep themselves calm.
SSC JE Technical preparation
Preparing technical subjects is very important in the SSC JE exam, as they hold 50% weightage. None can clear SSC JE CBT 1 without good command over technical subjects. SSC JE technical preparation not only helps in getting a good score in CBT 1 but also in CBT 2. The questions asked in CBT 1 in the technical portion are not very difficult, and most of them can be solved with basic knowledge.
Generally a lot of candidates go for GATE-level preparation in SSC JE, which is not recommended. GATE and SSC JE are different exams, and the level of questions asked in both the exams is very different. For practicing, candidates can refer to MADE EASY books.
These are some general tips regarding SSC JE technical preparation. These tips are general in nature, and candidates can modify them as per their requirements.
SSC JE is a wonderful opportunity for all those candidates who want to serve in different government organizations. It offers a wonderful career along with a good salary and a good work-life balance.
We wish all the very best to every SSC JE 2025 aspirant.
FAQs:
Is 80 days enough to prepare for SSC JE?
Answer: Yes, 80 days are enough to prepare for SSC JE.
How many hours should I study daily for SSC JE in 3 months?
Answer: It depends upon the aspirant. Those candidate who believe they need to work hard should study more.
Is SSC JE easy to crack?
Answer: Yes, if prepared well then SSC JE is easy to crack.
Can I prepare for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 together?
Answer: Yes, it is possible to prepare for both paper 1 and paper 2 together.
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