What is JE ZP?
The Junior Engineer (JE) post in the Zilla Parishad (ZP) is a Group C technical position within the Maharashtra Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department. It is a highly sought-after role for engineering graduates and diploma holders looking to work in rural infrastructure development.
Exam Details
The recruitment is conducted as a “Direct Recruitment” (Saral Seva Bharti) through an online Computer Based Test (CBT), typically administered by IBPS.
- Total Marks: 200
- Total Questions: 100
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Marking Scheme: 2 marks for every correct answer. (Check specific notifications for negative marking, though it is often absent in these exams).
- Medium: Bilingual (Marathi & English), but the Technical section is usually in English only.
Qualifications & Criteria
To apply for the Junior Engineer post, you must meet the following educational requirements:
- Educational Qualification:
- Junior Engineer (Civil): A Degree or a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or institute.
- Junior Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical): Relevant Degree or 3-year Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in the Marathi language (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Computer Literacy: A certificate in computer proficiency (like MS-CIT) is usually required, though some districts allow you to submit this within two years of joining.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as of the date mentioned in the specific advertisement (e.g., as of December 2025/January 2026):
- Open Category: 18 to 38 years.
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS): 18 to 43 years (5-year relaxation).
- Specially Abled (PH): Up to 45 years.
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The exam is divided into two parts: Non-Technical (60%) and Technical (40%).
- Marathi/English: Grammar, vocabulary, synonyms/antonyms, and passage comprehension.
- General Knowledge: History & Geography of Maharashtra, Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, and Rural Development schemes.
- Reasoning/Aptitude: Number series, coding-decoding, puzzles, percentages, profit & loss, and time-work problems.
- Technical (Civil Example): Building Materials, Surveying, Soil Mechanics, Hydraulics, Theory of Structures, Concrete Technology, and Public Health Engineering (Water Supply).
