Delhi University DU Assistant Online Form 2026

Delhi University (DU) invites applications for 215 Assistant posts across various departments under its administration. The University of Delhi, established in 1922, is one of India's premier central universities with over 90 affiliated colleges. These Assistant positions are non-teaching administrative roles that support the university's various departments including banking, accounts, academics, and general administration. Candidates selected will be appointed to various DU colleges and departments based on merit and preference. The recruitment is conducted through a computer-based test followed by document verification. This is an All India recruitment open to eligible candidates from across the country with ITI qualification as the minimum educational requirement.

Important Dates

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate in relevant trade from recognized institution
• Relevant Trades: Fitter, Electrician, COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant), Mechanic, or related technical trades
• Desirable: Diploma in Engineering or graduation in relevant field
• Computer Knowledge: Basic computer proficiency required

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

• OBC candidates: 3 years
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years
• PwBD candidates: 10 years (15 years for OBC/SC/ST)
• Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years

Nationality

• Indian citizen, or
• Subject of Nepal, or
• Subject of Bhutan, or
• Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962, or
• Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries, with intention of permanent settlement

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the University of Delhi recruitment portal at www.du.ac.in or the dedicated recruitment website
2. Registration: Click on "New Registration" and enter basic details (name, email, mobile number) to generate Registration ID and Password
3. Login: Use credentials to login to the application portal
4. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections including personal details, educational qualifications, experience, category, preference of posting
5. Upload Documents: Scan and upload recent photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), ITI certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable) in prescribed format
6. Fee Payment: Pay application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
7. Preview and Submit: Review filled application thoroughly, make corrections if needed, then submit
8. Download Receipt: Save and print the application confirmation page and fee payment receipt for future reference

Application Fees

Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Payment gateway charges (if any) to be borne by candidate.

Selection Process

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): Online objective-type examination covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and subject-specific technical knowledge based on ITI trade. Duration 2 hours with 100 questions for 100 marks.

1. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted based on CBT marks will be called for document verification. Original certificates of age, educational qualification, category, experience, and other relevant documents must be produced.

1. Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates will undergo medical fitness test conducted by designated medical authority to ensure fitness for the post.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list prepared based on CBT scores. In case of tie, older candidate will be given preference, followed by alphabetical order of names.

1. Appointment: Selected candidates will receive appointment letters and must join within stipulated time. Probation period of 2 years applies to all fresh appointees.

Examination Pattern

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks: General/EWS - 40%, OBC - 35%, SC/ST/PwBD - 30%

Language: Questions in English and Hindi (except English Language section)

Detailed Syllabus

General Awareness

• Current affairs - National and International events
• Indian History and Freedom Movement
• Indian Geography - Physical, Economic, Social
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Economic and Social Development
• General Science - Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics
• Sports and awards
• Books and authors
• Important dates and days

Reasoning Ability

• Analogies and similarities
• Differences and classifications
• Series completion - Number, Letter, Figure
• Coding and Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction sense and distance
• Syllogism and statements
• Puzzles and arrangements
• Venn diagrams
• Data Sufficiency

Quantitative Aptitude

• Number System and HCF-LCM
• Simplification and approximation
• Percentage, Ratio and Proportion
• Average, Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Mensuration - Area and Volume
• Data Interpretation - Tables, Bar graphs, Pie charts
• Basic algebra and geometry

English Language

• Reading Comprehension
• Vocabulary - Synonyms, Antonyms
• Grammar - Tenses, Articles, Prepositions
• Sentence correction and error detection
• Fill in the blanks
• Phrase replacement and idioms
• One word substitution
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech

Technical Knowledge (ITI Trade-Specific)

• For Fitter Trade: Workshop calculations, engineering drawing, fitting tools, measurement instruments, safety practices
• For Electrician Trade: Basic electricity, AC/DC circuits, electrical machines, wiring and safety, measuring instruments
• For COPA Trade: Computer fundamentals, MS Office, internet basics, programming concepts, hardware and software
• For Mechanic Trade: Engineering mechanics, machine tools, maintenance practices, workshop safety
• Trade theory and practical knowledge as per ITI curriculum
• Safety regulations and workshop practices

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities for self and dependents, LTC (Leave Travel Concession), pension benefits under NPS, annual increment, performance-linked incentives, and other Central Government employee benefits.

Assistant posts in Delhi University offer good career progression opportunities within the university administration. After completing 4-5 years of service with satisfactory performance, Assistants can be promoted to Senior Assistant positions (Level-4, ₹25,500-81,100), followed by promotion to Personal Assistant/Administrative Officer cadre. With 15-20 years of service and departmental examinations, employees can reach Section Officer level positions earning ₹44,900-1,42,400 basic pay.

Admit cards for the Computer Based Test will be released approximately 10-15 days before the examination date on the official DU recruitment portal. Candidates must download the admit card using their Registration ID and Password/Date of Birth. No physical admit card will be sent by post. The admit card contains important details like exam date, time, venue, reporting time, and candidate instructions. Candidates must bring a printout of the admit card along with valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Driving License, Voter ID) to the examination center.

Results of the Computer Based Test will be declared within 30-45 days after the examination on the official DU recruitment website. Candidates can check their results by entering Registration ID and Password on the result portal. Category-wise merit lists will be published showing roll numbers of qualified candidates. Those who clear the cutoff will be called for document verification through individual email and SMS. Final appointment letters will be issued after successful completion of all selection stages and medical examination, typically 3-4 months after CBT results.

Based on previous Delhi University Assistant recruitment cycles, the expected cutoff marks (out of 100) are typically around 65-70 marks for General/EWS category, 60-65 marks for OBC-NCL category, and 55-60 marks for SC/ST categories. PwBD category cutoffs are generally 5-7 marks lower than respective category cutoffs. Actual cutoffs vary based on difficulty level, number of vacancies, and number of candidates appearing. Higher cutoffs expected for popular departments and locations within Delhi NCR.

Examination Centres

Exams will be conducted across major cities in India:

North: Delhi (NCR), Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Lucknow, Kanpur, Jaipur, Amritsar

South: Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Coimbatore, Visakhapatnam, Mysore

East: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Ranchi, Siliguri, Raipur

West: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, Nagpur, Indore, Vadodara, Nashik

Northeast: Guwahati, Agartala, Imphal, Shillong

Candidates can choose 3 preferred exam cities during application. Final allotment subject to availability.