Delhi Police Driver Final Answer Key and Marks 2026
Job Description
Eligibility
How to Apply
Overview
The Delhi Police Driver recruitment is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) on behalf of the Delhi Police to fill driver positions in various departments and units across Delhi. This recruitment selects candidates for the post of Driver (Ordinary Grade) in the Delhi Police establishment. Candidates are recruited through a competitive computer-based examination followed by driving test and document verification. Selected candidates will be responsible for driving official vehicles, maintaining vehicle logs, and ensuring safe transportation of officials and equipment. The Delhi Police, being the primary law enforcement agency for the National Capital Territory of Delhi, requires drivers for its vast fleet of vehicles across multiple police stations, headquarters, and special units. This position offers candidates an opportunity to serve in one of India's most prominent police forces with job security, government benefits, and career progression opportunities.
Important Dates
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | December 2025 (Indicative) |
| Application Start Date | December 2025 (Indicative) |
| Application Last Date | January 2026 (Indicative) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | January 2026 (Indicative) |
| Admit Card Release | February 2026 (Indicative) |
| Computer Based Examination Date | March 2026 (Indicative) |
| Answer Key Release | March 2026 (Indicative) |
| Final Answer Key Release | April 2026 (Indicative) |
| CBT Result Date | April 2026 (Indicative) |
| Driving Test Date | May-June 2026 (Indicative) |
| Final Result Date | July 2026 (Indicative) |
Vacancy Details
Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 264 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 66 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 178 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 53 |
| Total | 660 |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Minimum Qualification: Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board
- Driving License: Valid permanent driving license for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) / Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) issued by competent authority
- Driving Experience: Minimum 2 years of driving experience for LMV or HMV (experience calculated from date of issue of permanent driving license)
- Candidates must possess a valid driving license at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process
Age Limit
Age as on closing date of application:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 years | 25 years |
| OBC | 18 years | 28 years |
| SC/ST | 18 years | 30 years |
| PwD (UR) | 18 years | 35 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 18 years | 38 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 18 years | 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 18 years | As per rules (relaxable by service rendered + 3 years) |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC Candidates | 3 years |
| SC/ST Candidates | 5 years |
| PwD (General) | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of service + 3 years |
| Delhi Police Personnel (Departmental Candidates) | 5 years (up to age 40) |
Nationality
- Candidate must be a citizen of India
- Character and antecedents will be verified thoroughly as per police recruitment norms
How to Apply
How to Apply
- Visit Official Website: Go to the Staff Selection Commission official website at ssc.nic.in or the regional SSC website
- Registration: Click on 'Login' and then 'Register Now' if you are a new user. Complete one-time registration by providing basic details, email ID and mobile number
- Login: Use your registration number and password to login to the SSC portal
- Fill Application Form: Select 'Delhi Police Driver Recruitment 2026' from the list of active recruitments and click 'Apply'
- Enter Personal Details: Fill in all required fields including personal information, educational qualifications, driving license details, experience, category, etc.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of recent photograph (size 4-20 KB), signature (size 1-12 KB), and driving license (PDF format, size up to 300 KB) as per specifications
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI) or offline mode (SBI Challan)
- Submit Application: Review all details carefully and submit the application form
- Take Printout: Download and save the submitted application form for future reference
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | No Fee (Exempted) |
| Women Candidates (All Categories) | No Fee (Exempted) |
Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, BHIM) or Offline (SBI Branch Challan)
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Selection Process
Selection Procedure
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Computer Based Examination (CBT): Objective type multiple choice examination covering General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, and subjects related to driving and traffic rules. Candidates are shortlisted based on CBT marks for next stage.
- Driving Test (DT): Shortlisted candidates from CBT will undergo a practical driving test to assess their driving skills on different types of vehicles (LMV/HMV) and road conditions. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in vehicle handling, traffic rules compliance, parking, reversing, and navigating through obstacles. This is a qualifying test (Pass/Fail).
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates who qualify the driving test will be called for document verification where original certificates of educational qualification, age proof, driving license, experience certificate, category certificate, and other relevant documents will be verified.
- Medical Examination: Candidates who clear document verification will undergo a comprehensive medical examination as per Delhi Police medical standards. Vision, hearing, physical fitness, and general health parameters will be assessed.
- Character & Antecedent Verification: Thorough police verification of character, antecedents, and background of candidates will be conducted before final selection.
- Final Merit List: Final selection will be based on marks obtained in Computer Based Examination only (subject to qualifying driving test and meeting all eligibility criteria). Merit list will be prepared category-wise.
Exam Pattern
Computer Based Examination (CBT) Pattern (Typical / Indicative)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwD candidates) |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| Trade Related Questions (Driving & Traffic Rules) | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
Exam Mode: Computer Based (Online)
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 4 options
Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer
Qualifying Marks:
- UR/EWS: 35% (35 marks)
- OBC: 32.5% (32.5 marks)
- SC/ST: 30% (30 marks)
- PwD: 30% (30 marks)
Language: Bilingual (Hindi and English) except for General English section
Normalization: Marks will be normalized if exam is conducted in multiple shifts
Syllabus
Detailed Syllabus
General Awareness
- Current Affairs (National and International)
- Indian History (Freedom Struggle, Major Events)
- Indian Polity and Constitution
- Indian Economy and Economic Issues
- Geography (India and World)
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics)
- Sports and Games
- Books and Authors
- Awards and Honors
- Important Days and Events
- Art and Culture of India
- Environmental Studies
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies and Similarities
- Differences and Classification
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test
- Alphabet and Number Series
- Mathematical Operations
- Venn Diagrams
- Pattern Recognition
- Figure Completion and Analysis
- Mirror and Water Images
- Embedded Figures
- Paper Folding and Cutting
- Logical Reasoning
- Syllogism
- Statement and Conclusions
Numerical Aptitude
- Number Systems (HCF, LCM, Divisibility)
- Simplification and Approximation
- Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
- Average, Mixture and Allegation
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Profit, Loss and Discount
- Time and Work
- Time, Speed and Distance
- Mensuration (Area, Volume)
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts)
- Basic Arithmetic Operations
- Square Roots and Cube Roots
- Fractions and Decimals
Trade Related (Driving & Traffic Rules)
- Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (Major provisions)
- Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989
- Traffic Signs and Symbols (Mandatory, Cautionary, Informatory)
- Road Safety Measures
- Driving License Rules and Regulations
- Vehicle Registration Procedures
- Traffic Rules and Regulations
- Road Markings and their meanings
- Basic Vehicle Maintenance
- Engine Parts and Functions
- Vehicle Documents (RC, Insurance, Pollution Certificate)
- Penalties for Traffic Violations
- Rights and Duties of Drivers
- Accident Prevention and First Aid
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Fuel Types and Vehicle Categories
Salary
Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative based on 7th Pay Commission)
| Component | Amount (Monthly) |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹21,700 |
| Pay Scale | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) @ 50% | ₹10,850 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) @ 27% (Delhi) | ₹5,859 |
| Transport Allowance | ₹3,600 |
| Other Allowances | ₹2,000 - ₹3,000 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | ₹44,000 - ₹46,000 |
| Deductions (GPF, NPS, Income Tax) | ₹3,000 - ₹4,000 |
| Approximate In-Hand Salary | ₹40,000 - ₹42,000 |
Additional Benefits:
- Medical facilities for self and dependents
- Government accommodation or HRA
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Pension and Gratuity benefits
- Uniform and maintenance allowance
- Annual increments (3% of basic pay)
- Performance-linked incentives
- Group Insurance and death benefits
- Canteen facilities
- Children education allowance
Note: Salary figures are indicative and may vary based on city classification, actual DA rates, and deductions. DA is revised twice a year (January and July).
Career Growth
Delhi Police Drivers have good career progression opportunities within the department. After completing the required service period and passing departmental examinations, drivers can be promoted to Head Driver and subsequently to supervisory positions like Dispatch Rider or Motor Transport Inspector. With experience, performance, and additional qualifications, there are opportunities to move into administrative or technical roles within the Delhi Police motor transport wing, offering both vertical career growth and enhanced responsibilities with corresponding pay scale improvements.
Admit Card
Admit cards for the Computer Based Examination will be released approximately 7-10 days before the exam date on the official SSC website. Candidates must login to the SSC portal using their registration number and password to download their admit card. No physical admit card will be sent by post. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License, or Passport) to the examination centre. Entry will not be permitted without a valid admit card and ID proof.
Result
The result of the Computer Based Examination will be declared on the official SSC website within 4-6 weeks after completion of the exam. Results will display the candidate's roll number, name, marks obtained, qualifying status, and normalization details (if applicable). Candidates can check their results by entering registration number/roll number on the SSC portal. Score cards will be made available for download. Shortlisted candidates for Driving Test will be intimated separately through official website and registered email/SMS.
Expected Cutoff
The cutoff marks vary each year depending on factors like number of vacancies, number of candidates appeared, difficulty level of the exam, and category. For Delhi Police Driver recruitment, typical cutoff ranges are: UR/EWS candidates 45-55 marks out of 100, OBC candidates 40-50 marks, and SC/ST candidates 35-45 marks. Category-wise cutoffs are determined separately and candidates must score above their respective category cutoff to qualify for the next stage. Final cutoff marks are announced along with the result declaration.
Exam Centres
Examination Centres
The Computer Based Examination will be conducted at various centres across India in major cities:
North: Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Faridabad, Chandigarh, Shimla, Dehradun, Jaipur, Lucknow, Agra, Meerut, Varanasi, Patna, Ranchi
South: Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Coimbatore, Madurai, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Mysuru
East: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Durgapur, Siliguri, Raipur, Bhilai
West: Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Indore, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Goa
Northeast: Guwahati, Agartala, Imphal, Shillong, Aizawl, Dibrugarh
Note: Final allocation of exam centre is at the discretion of SSC. Candidates can select preferred centres during application, but SSC reserves the right to allot any centre based on availability and administrative convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the educational qualification required for Delhi Police Driver recruitment?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th class) or equivalent from a recognized Board. Additionally, they must possess a valid permanent driving license for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) or Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) with minimum 2 years of driving experience calculated from the date of issue of permanent driving license.
What is the application fee for Delhi Police Driver recruitment?
The application fee is ₹100 for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. SC, ST, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and all women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. The fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, or offline through SBI Challan.
How many vacancies are there in Delhi Police Driver recruitment 2026?
A total of 660 vacancies have been notified for the post of Driver in Delhi Police. The vacancies are distributed across categories as: UR-264, SC-99, ST-66, OBC-178, and EWS-53. The actual number of vacancies may vary based on organizational requirements.
What will be the salary of Delhi Police Driver?
The starting basic pay for Delhi Police Driver is ₹21,700 in Pay Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200) as per 7th Pay Commission. With DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits, the gross monthly salary is approximately ₹44,000-46,000, and the in-hand salary is around ₹40,000-42,000 after deductions.
How many attempts are allowed for Delhi Police Driver exam?
There is no restriction on the number of attempts for Delhi Police Driver recruitment. Candidates can apply as many times as they want, provided they meet the age eligibility criteria on the closing date of application for each recruitment cycle.
Is there negative marking in Delhi Police Driver exam?
Yes, there is negative marking in the Computer Based Examination. For each wrong answer, 0.25 marks (one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question) will be deducted from the total score. Unattempted questions will not attract any penalty.
Can I apply for Delhi Police Driver recruitment in offline mode?
No, offline application is not accepted for Delhi Police Driver recruitment. Applications must be submitted only through online mode on the official SSC website (ssc.nic.in). Candidates need to register, fill the application form online, upload required documents, pay the fee online or through SBI Challan, and submit the form electronically.
What are the stages in the Delhi Police Driver selection process?
The selection process consists of five stages: (1) Computer Based Examination with 100 MCQs for 100 marks, (2) Practical Driving Test to assess driving skills, (3) Document Verification of original certificates, (4) Medical Examination as per Delhi Police standards, and (5) Character & Antecedent Verification. Final selection is based on CBT marks, subject to qualifying all stages.