Delhi DSSSB Various Post Exam Admit Card 2026

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) conducts recruitment exams for various Group B, C, and D posts across different departments of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi. DSSSB is the primary recruiting agency for non-gazetted posts under the Delhi government, covering positions in education, health, revenue, engineering, and administrative departments. This exam admits candidates to various positions including Teaching, Nursing, Clerical, Technical, and other ministerial posts based on their qualification and the specific post applied for. The selection through DSSSB ensures placement in Delhi government departments with job security, regular salary structure as per 7th Pay Commission, and opportunities for career advancement. Candidates can apply for multiple posts in a single recruitment cycle depending on their eligibility and preferences.

Important Dates

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution across various posts:

Note: Actual vacancies vary by specific post notification. DSSSB typically releases 5,000-7,000 vacancies annually across all posts.

Educational Qualification

• For Teaching Posts: Bachelor's degree with B.Ed/D.El.Ed from recognized university, CTET/TET qualified
• For Clerical Posts: 12th Pass from recognized board with typing speed 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi
• For Technical Posts: Diploma/Degree in relevant engineering discipline from recognized institution
• For Nursing Posts: B.Sc Nursing/GNM from recognized institution with valid registration
• For Lower Division Clerk: 12th Pass with basic computer knowledge
• For Other Posts: Qualification ranges from 10th to Graduation depending on specific post requirements

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation Summary:

• OBC candidates: 3 years
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years
• PwD candidates: 10 years (General), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST)
• Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years

Age calculated as on closing date of application

Nationality

• Indian Citizen, OR
• Subject of Nepal, OR
• Subject of Bhutan, OR
• Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, OR
• Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries with intention to permanently settle in India

How to Apply

1. Visit the official DSSSB website at dsssb.delhi.gov.in
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for the relevant post notification
3. Register as a new user by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number)
4. Verify your email and mobile through OTP
5. Login with generated credentials and fill the online application form carefully
6. Upload scanned copies of recent photograph (20-50 KB, JPG format), signature (10-20 KB), and required documents
7. Select your examination centre preference
8. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
9. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page
10. Take multiple printouts of the submitted application for future reference

Application Fees

Payment mode: Online only through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI

Selection Stages

1. Tier-I Examination (One-Time Registration): Computer-based objective type exam covering General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, Hindi Language & Comprehension, and English Language & Comprehension. Valid for 3 years from date of declaration of result.

1. Tier-II Examination (Post-Specific): Computer-based exam with questions related to the specific post and subject knowledge. Difficulty level and syllabus vary according to the educational qualification required for the post.

1. Skill Test/Typing Test (where applicable): For posts requiring typing skills, stenography, or specific technical skills. Candidates must achieve minimum qualifying speed/accuracy as per post requirements.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, caste certificate, age proof, experience certificates, and other relevant documents.

1. Medical Examination: Physical and medical fitness test conducted for specific posts (teaching, nursing, field posts) as per government norms.

1. Final Merit List: Prepared based on marks obtained in Tier-II examination (and Tier-I for tie-breaking), subject to document verification and medical fitness.

Tier-I Examination Pattern (One-Time Registration)

Tier-II Examination Pattern (Post-Specific)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in both Tier-I and Tier-II examinations.

Qualifying Marks: General category - 40%, OBC/SC/ST/PwD - 35%

Exam mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) for both tiers

General Awareness

• Indian History, Culture and Freedom Movement
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Geography of India and World
• Indian Economy and Economic Development
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Current Affairs - National and International
• Sports and Games
• Important Books and Authors
• Awards and Honours
• Science and Technology developments

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classifications
• Spatial Visualization and Spatial Orientation
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Decision Making and Judgment
• Visual Memory
• Arithmetical Reasoning and Figural Classification
• Arithmetical Number Series
• Non-verbal series
• Coding and Decoding
• Statement Conclusions and Syllogism

Arithmetical & Numerical Ability

• Number Systems and Simplification
• Decimals and Fractions
• Highest Common Factor (HCF) and Lowest Common Multiple (LCM)
• Ratio and Proportion
• Percentage and Averages
• Profit and Loss
• Discount and Simple Interest
• Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time and Distance
• Mensuration (Area and Volume)
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts)

Hindi Language & Comprehension

• संधि और संधि विच्छेद
• उपसर्ग और प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची और विलोम शब्द
• अनेकार्थी शब्द
• शब्द युग्म और वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण
• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति
• अपठित गद्यांश पर आधारित प्रश्न

English Language & Comprehension

• Vocabulary and Synonyms/Antonyms
• Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions)
• Sentence Structure and Correction
• Idioms and Phrases
• One Word Substitution
• Fill in the Blanks
• Comprehension Passages
• Spotting Errors
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech

Post-Specific Subject Syllabus

Varies significantly based on the specific post. Examples include:

For Teaching Posts: Pedagogy, Child Development, Teaching Methodology, Subject Knowledge (Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, English, Hindi, etc.)

For Technical Posts: Engineering subjects (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics), Technical Drawing, Basic Computer Knowledge

For Clerical Posts: Office Procedures, File Management, Computer Knowledge (MS Office, Internet basics), Business Correspondence

For Nursing Posts: Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacology

Typical / Indicative salary structure for various DSSSB posts (7th Pay Commission):

Additional Benefits:

• Medical facilities for self and dependents
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Group Insurance and CGHS benefits
• Annual Increment of 3%
• Performance-Related Incentives (certain posts)

Salary varies by specific post level. Teaching posts typically start at Level 4-5 (₹25,500-₹29,200), while technical posts may start at Level 6-7 (₹35,400-₹44,900)

Career progression in DSSSB posts follows the standard Delhi government promotion policy with regular departmental promotion committees reviewing performance and seniority. Typical growth path includes promotion from Lower Division Clerk to Upper Division Clerk to Assistant to Section Officer, with similar hierarchical progression in teaching (TGT to Vice Principal to Principal) and technical cadres. Employees can expect promotions every 5-7 years based on satisfactory performance, with opportunities for departmental examinations to accelerate career advancement and access to specialized training programs for skill development.

DSSSB releases admit cards approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official website. Candidates must download their admit card by logging into the candidate portal using their application number and date of birth. The admit card contains crucial information including examination centre address, reporting time, examination date and shift, important instructions, and candidate details. No admit card is sent by post, and entry to the examination centre is strictly prohibited without a valid admit card along with original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License/Passport).

DSSSB declares Tier-I results typically within 2-3 months after the examination, while Tier-II results are announced 1-2 months post-exam. Results are published on the official website as PDF merit lists containing roll numbers and marks secured by qualified candidates. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into the candidate portal with their credentials. The final select list is prepared after document verification and medical examination, and selected candidates are offered appointment letters through their registered email and by post to their communication address.

Typical / Indicative DSSSB cutoff marks vary significantly by post, category, and number of vacancies. For general category, Tier-I cutoffs typically range between 45-65 marks out of 100, while OBC cutoffs are 2-5 marks lower, and SC/ST cutoffs are 5-10 marks lower than general category. Tier-II cutoffs are generally higher, ranging from 55-75% for general category depending on post competitiveness. Popular posts like TGT, PGT, and Assistant Teacher witness higher cutoffs (60-75 marks in Tier-I), while technical and specialized posts may have moderate cutoffs (45-60 marks). Final cutoffs are determined by vacancy position, number of applicants, and overall difficulty level of the examination.

Examination Centres

North India: Delhi (all districts - North, South, East, West, Central, New Delhi, North West, North East, South West, South East, Shahdara), Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Gurugram, Chandigarh, Dehradun

South India: Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kochi

East India: Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar

West India: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Indore

Northeast India: Guwahati, Shillong

Primary centres are in Delhi NCR. Candidates can choose their preferred centre during application, subject to availability. DSSSB reserves the right to add, withdraw, or change examination centres.