DSSSB invites applications for 911 vacancies including Legal Assistant, AE, JE, and ASO. Eligibility varies by post. Apply online by 25/03/2026 at dsssbonline.nic.in. Check exam pattern & eligibility.
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 01/2026, announcing a significant recruitment drive for various positions including Legal Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Civil), and Grade – II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer. A total of 911 vacancies are available across multiple departments under the Government of NCT of Delhi, Autonomous, and Local bodies. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates seeking government jobs in Delhi.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official DSSSB website. The application window opens on February 24, 2026, and the last date to apply is March 25, 2026. Candidates are advised to review the detailed notification carefully for post-specific eligibility criteria, application procedures, and the selection process.
Quick Overview
| Organization | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Names | Legal Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Civil), Grade – II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 911 |
| Application Start Date | 24 February 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Application Last Date | 25 March 2026 (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- (Exemptions apply) |
| Selection Process | One-Tier / Two-Tier Examination, Skill Test (where applicable) |
| Official Website | https://dsssbonline.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive covers a wide range of posts in various departments. Below is a detailed breakdown of vacancies:
| Post Name | Post Code | Department | Total Vacancies | Pay Level | Group | Salary Range (Approx.) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Assistant | 801/26 | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | 5 | 6 | ‘B’, Non-Gazetted | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | |
| Legal Assistant | 801/26 | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | 2 | 7 | ‘B’ | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | |
| Legal Assistant | 801/26 | Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs | 2 | 6 | ‘B’, Non-Gazetted | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | |
| Legal Assistant | 801/26 | Delhi Transport Corporation | 1 | 6 | ‘C’ | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 802/26 | Delhi Jal Board | 32 | 7 | ‘B’ | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 802/26 | Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board | 1 | 7 | ‘B’ | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 803/26 | Delhi Jal Board | 180 | 6 | ‘B’ | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 803/26 | New Delhi Municipal Council | 101 | 6 | ‘C’, Non-Gazetted | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | |
| Grade – II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer | 804/26 | Services Department | 576 | 7 | ‘B’ (Central Civil Service, Ministerial, Non-Gazetted) | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | |
| Assistant Section Officer | 804/26 | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | 3 | 7 | ‘B’ | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | |
| Assistant Section Officer | 804/26 | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | 8 | 7 | ‘B’ | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | |
| GRAND TOTAL | 911 | ||||||
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility conditions including nationality, age, educational qualifications, and experience as of the crucial date, March 25, 2026.
Nationality
- The candidate must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification & Experience
Legal Assistant (Post Code 801/26)
- Delhi Pollution Control Committee: Degree in Law from a recognized university + 3 years experience as Legal Practitioner or 1 year in Legal work in a Government Department.
- Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board: Regular Degree in Law (entitling registration at bar and appearing before courts) + 3 years experience at Bar.
- Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs: Degree in Law from a recognized university + 2 years experience as Legal Practitioner or 1 year experience in handling Legal work in a Government Department/PSU.
- Delhi Transport Corporation: Graduate in Law from a recognized institution (Central/Provincial/State Act) + At least one-year experience of working with advocate and enrolled with Bar Council + Knowledge (read and write) of Hindi Language.
Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 802/26)
- Delhi Jal Board: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
- Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution or its equivalent.
Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 803/26)
- Delhi Jal Board: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university OR Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized university/Board/Institute plus two years’ experience in planning, execution and maintenance of civil engineering works.
- New Delhi Municipal Council: Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.
Grade – II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code 804/26)
- Services Department: Bachelor Degree from a recognized University / Institute.
- Delhi Pollution Control Committee: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University + Basic Knowledge of Computer.
- Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from any recognized University + Computer Proficiency.
Note: Qualifications are relaxable at the discretion of the Competent Authority/Board in certain cases.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit varies by post and department:
| Post Code | Department | Age Limit (General/EWS) |
|---|---|---|
| 801/26 (Legal Assistant) | DPCC, DUSIB, LJ&LA | Not exceeding 30 years |
| 801/26 (Legal Assistant) | DTC | 18 – 35 years |
| 802/26 (Assistant Engineer Civil) | DJB, DAMB | Not exceeding 30 years (DJB), 32 years (DAMB) |
| 803/26 (Junior Engineer Civil) | DJB | Not exceeding 30 years |
| 803/26 (Junior Engineer Civil) | NDMC | 18 – 32 years |
| 804/26 (Grade-II/ASO) | Services Department | 21 – 30 years |
| 804/26 (ASO) | DPCC, DUSIB | Not exceeding 30 years |
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation will be provided as per Government of India rules and DoPT guidelines. The details are as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST (For Group B & C) | 05 years |
| OBC (For Group B & C) | 03 years |
| PwBD (For Group B & C) | 10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST (For Group B & C) | 15 years |
| PwBD + OBC (For Group B & C) | 13 years |
| Departmental candidate (Regular Govt. servant with at least 3 years continuous service) | Up to 05 years for Group ‘B’ posts; Up to 40 years for Group ‘C’ posts (45 for SC/ST, 43 for OBC) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group B & C (Non-Gazetted)) | Period of Military service plus 3 years (Maximum upto 55 years) |
| Meritorious Sports Persons (Only for Group ‘C’ posts) | Up to 05 years (10 years for SC/ST and 08 years for OBC candidates) |
| Disabled Defence services personnel (Only for Group ‘C’ posts) | 45 years (50 years for SC/ST, 48 years for OBC) |
| Widows/ divorced women/women judicially separated and who are not re-married (Only for Group ‘C’ posts) | Up to the age of 35 years (up to 40 yrs for SC/ST & 38 for OBC) |
| Contractual employees (same department) | Up to 5 years (subject to actual time spent, max 180 working days/year) |
Application Fee
The application fee details are as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| Women candidates | Exempted |
| SC/ST candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-servicemen | Exempted (conditions apply) |
The fee must be paid online through SBI e-pay only. Application fees once paid are non-refundable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Application | 24 February 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 25 March 2026 (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Crucial Date for Eligibility | 25 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be intimated later |
Selection Process
The selection process for the various posts involves either a One-Tier or Two-Tier examination, followed by a skill test where applicable. The mode of selection will be based on the marks obtained in the Computer Based Examination, which will be normalized if conducted in multiple shifts.
- Written Examination:
- One-Tier Technical Examination: For Assistant Engineer (Civil) and Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Codes 802/26 & 803/26).
- Two-Tier Examination: For Legal Assistant (Post Code 801/26) and Grade – II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code 804/26).
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: Candidates must secure minimum marks in the written examination:
- General/EWS: 40%
- OBC (Delhi): 35%
- SC/ST/PH (PwBD): 30%
- Ex-servicemen: 5% relaxation in their respective categories, subject to a minimum of 30%.
- Skill Test/Endurance Test/Driving Test/Trade Test: Will be conducted as per the requirement of the job.
- E-dossier & Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be required to upload their supporting documents (e-dossier) online.
- Post Preference: Candidates will submit their department/post preferences at the time of online calling of e-dossier. This preference will be final and irreversible.
Examination Scheme
The examination will be conducted in a Computer Based Test (CBT) format. Questions will be bilingual (Hindi & English), except for language papers.
1. Legal Assistant (Post Code 801/26) – Two Tier (Technical-II)
Tier-I (Qualifying)
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 2 Hours | 0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | ||
| A | Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 | ||
| A | Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | ||
| A | English Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | ||
| B | Subject Concerned (Objective Type MCQs) | 100 | 100 | ||
| Total Tier-I | 200 | 200 | |||
Tier-II (For Merit)
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Qualifying Subject (Objective Type MCQs) | 100 | 100 | 3 Hours | 0.25 marks per wrong answer (for 1-mark Q), 0.50 marks (for 2-mark Q) |
| II | Technical & Domain Knowledge (Objective Type MCQs) | 100 | 200 | ||
| Total Tier-II | 200 | 300 | |||
2. Assistant Engineer (Civil) & Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Codes 802/26 & 803/26) – One Tier Technical
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 3 Hours | 0.25 marks per wrong answer (for 1-mark Q), 0.50 marks (for 2-mark Q) |
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | ||
| A | Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 | ||
| A | Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | ||
| A | English Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | ||
| B | Technical & Domain Knowledge (Objective Type MCQs) | 100 | 200 | ||
| Total | 200 | 300 | |||
3. Grade – II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code 804/26) – Two Tier (General)
Tier-I (Qualifying)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 2 Hours | 0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | ||
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | ||
| Hindi Language & Comprehension | 40 | 40 | ||
| English Language & Comprehension | 40 | 40 | ||
| Total Tier-I | 200 | 200 |
Tier-II (For Merit)
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I (MCQ) | General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 3 Hours (One Session) | 0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| I (MCQ) | General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | ||
| I (MCQ) | Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | ||
| I (MCQ) | English Language and Comprehension | 40 | 40 | ||
| I (MCQ) | Computer Proficiency | 40 | 40 | ||
| II (Descriptive) | Essay / Expansion of Ideas (In English) | – | 50 | ||
| II (Descriptive) | Precis writing / Summarizing (In English) | – | 50 | ||
| Total Tier-II | 200 (MCQ) + 2 (Descriptive) | 300 | |||
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online for the DSSSB Combined Examinations 2026:
- One-time Registration: Visit the official DSSSB portal https://dsssbonline.nic.in and complete the one-time registration if you haven’t already. Use the generated User ID and password for all future applications.
- Access Application Link: Once registered, log in to the portal using your credentials. The application link will be active from February 24, 2026 (12:00 Noon).
- Fill Application Form: Carefully fill out the online application form with all required details. Ensure accuracy, as no changes will be allowed after submission.
- Upload Documents: Prepare scanned copies of your photo identity proof (e.g., PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, Passport) as per the specified format and size (15kb-60kb, 300×200 pixels for PAN/DL, 200×300 pixels for Voter Card, 450×350 pixels for Passport).
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹100/- through SBI e-pay. Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and eligible Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted.
- Review and Submit: Before final submission, review all entered details in the application form. No corrections/modifications will be entertained after submission.
- Print Application: After successful submission, take a printout of the completed application form for your records.
- Apply Early: Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues due to heavy website traffic.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://dsssbonline.nic.in |
| Detailed Advertisement (To be checked on official website) | https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/dsssb-vacancies |
| Online Application Link | https://dsssbonline.nic.in (Active from 24/02/2026) |
Job Profile & Career Scope
Working with DSSSB offers a stable and rewarding career in the Government of NCT of Delhi. Each post has specific duties and responsibilities:
- Legal Assistant: Involves legal research, drafting legal opinions, assisting in court cases, and ensuring compliance with legal frameworks within the respective department. Career growth can lead to senior legal advisory roles.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) & Junior Engineer (Civil): These roles are crucial for infrastructure development and maintenance. Duties include planning, designing, executing, and supervising civil engineering projects like roads, buildings, water supply, and sanitation. Career progression typically involves moving to Executive Engineer and Superintending Engineer positions.
- Grade – II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer: These are administrative and clerical roles involving office management, file work, correspondence, data entry, and assisting senior officers in various departmental functions. Opportunities exist for promotion to Section Officer and other administrative positions based on performance and departmental exams.
Government jobs in Delhi offer attractive salary packages, allowances (DA, HRA, TA), medical facilities, and pension benefits, making them highly sought after.
Preparation Tips
To excel in the DSSSB Combined Examinations, a well-structured preparation strategy is essential:
Understand the Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Thoroughly go through the detailed syllabus and exam pattern for your specific post. Identify high-weightage topics and plan your study schedule accordingly.
Section-wise Strategy
- General Awareness: Stay updated with current affairs, read newspapers daily, and refer to standard GK books like Lucent’s General Knowledge.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Practice a wide variety of questions from reasoning books (e.g., R.S. Aggarwal) to improve logical thinking and problem-solving speed.
- Arithmetical & Numerical Ability: Focus on basic arithmetic, data interpretation, and quantitative aptitude. Practice regularly to enhance speed and accuracy.
- Hindi & English Language & Comprehension: Improve grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Practice reading comprehension and cloze tests.
- Computer Proficiency (for ASO): Learn basic computer operations, MS Office, internet usage, and cybersecurity fundamentals.
- Subject-Specific Sections (Technical/Law): Revise core concepts from your engineering or law degree. Solve previous year’s questions and technical MCQs.
Time Management & Mock Tests
Allocate dedicated time for each subject. Solve full-length mock tests regularly to simulate exam conditions, identify weak areas, and improve time management. Analyze your performance in mocks to refine your strategy.
Revision
Regular revision of notes and important formulas is crucial. Create short notes for quick review before the exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the last date to apply for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications for DSSSB Recruitment 2026 is March 25, 2026, till 11:59 PM.
Q2: How many vacancies are announced in this DSSSB notification?
A total of 911 vacancies have been announced across various posts like Legal Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Civil), and Grade – II / Assistant Section Officer.
Q3: What is the application fee for DSSSB 2026 recruitment?
The application fee is ₹100/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and eligible Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
Q4: Can candidates from outside Delhi apply for these posts?
Yes, candidates from outside Delhi can apply. However, OBC candidates from outside Delhi will be treated as Un-reserved (UR) candidates and must apply under the UR category.
Q5: Is there negative marking in the DSSSB examinations?
Yes, negative marking is applicable. For 1-mark MCQs, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer. For 2-mark MCQs, 0.50 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q6: What is the selection process for Legal Assistant and ASO posts?
For Legal Assistant and Grade – II / ASO posts, the selection process involves a Two-Tier examination (Tier-I qualifying, Tier-II for merit). A skill test may also be conducted as per job requirements.
Q7: What documents are required for the application?
Candidates need to have a scanned photo identity proof ready for upload during registration. Copies of supporting documents for educational qualification, age, and experience will be required at the time of online calling of e-dossier (document verification).
Q8: What is the age limit for Assistant Engineer (Civil) posts?
The age limit for Assistant Engineer (Civil) posts is generally not exceeding 30 years, with some departmental variations (e.g., 32 years for DAMB). Age relaxation is provided as per government rules.
Q9: How will the final merit list be prepared?
For Two-Tier exams, the final merit list will be based on the cumulative marks obtained in Part-I & Part-II of Tier-II examination. For One-Tier Technical exams, it will be based on cumulative marks from both Section A and Section B. Marks will be normalized.
Q10: Can I change my post preferences after submitting the e-dossier?
No, post preferences submitted and confirmed at the time of online calling of e-dossier will be treated as final and irreversible. Candidates are advised to exercise their preferences very carefully.
