DSSSB Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1979 Assistant, Trained Graduate Teacher, and Various Posts

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has officially released Advertisement No. 03/2026, marking one of the largest recruitment cycles of the year under the Government of NCT

Of Delhi and various autonomous bodies. This recruitment drive offers a massive opportunity for technical, teaching, and scientific aspirants, announcing a total of 1,979 vacancies.

The positions span a diverse range of departments, including the Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Education, New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), Information Technology Department, Department of Delhi Archives, and the Labour Department. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting June 16, 2026, with the registration window remaining open until July 15, 2026.

DSSSB Advertisement No. 03/2026 Overview

To get a quick overview of this major employment notification, review the key points outlined below:

Recruitment Component	Details
Organization Name	Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
Advertisement Number	03/2026
Total Vacancies	1,979 Posts
Job Location	New Delhi
Application Mode	Online Only via the official DSSSB portal
Type of Examination	Objective Type Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Eligibility Cut-off Date	July 15, 2026
Official Website	dsssb.delhi.gov.in

Important Dates

The online application portal will open on a specific timeline, and no offline applications or late submissions will be accepted under any circumstances.

• Date of Official Notification Release: May 25, 2026
• Opening Date for Online Applications: June 16, 2026 (Starting from 10:00 hours)
• Closing Date for Online Applications: July 15, 2026 (Up to 23:00 hours)
• Crucial Date for Fixing Eligibility Criteria: July 15, 2026
• Examination Date: To be announced separately on the official website

Vacancy Breakdowns Across Key Post Codes

The 1,979 vacancies are distributed category-wise across 25 different post codes. The highest number of allocations are concentrated in the teaching and information technology branches. The breakdown of prominent positions includes:

Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT – Computer Science)

• Total Vacancies: 675 positions
• Department: Directorate of Education
• Significance: Represents the single largest vacancy block in this notification.

Special Educator (Primary)

• Total Vacancies: 450 positions
• Department: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)

IT Assistant (Grade-A)

• Total Vacancies: 125 positions
• Department: Information Technology Department

Junior Scientific Assistant (Cyber Forensic / Ballistics)

• Total Vacancies: 81 positions
• Department: Forensic Science Laboratory

Other vacancies advertised encompass highly specialized technical and administrative profiles such as Anthropologist, Pharmacist, Assistant Radiologist, Assistant Operator, Senior Scientific Assistant, Domestic Science Teacher, Technical Assistant, and Sub Inspector.

Post-Wise Eligibility, Qualifications, and Pay Scales

The educational requirements vary dramatically depending on the specific post code and the functional nature of the department. Below are the detailed eligibility parameters and pay scales for the core job tracks:

1. Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT – Computer Science)

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Application (BCA), Graduation in Computer Science from a recognized university, B.E. or B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology, or any standard Graduation degree combined with an “A” Level certificate from DOEACC.
• Pay Scale: Level 7 (Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400)
• Age Limit: Up to 30 years

2. Special Educator (Primary)

• Educational Qualification: 10+2 (Senior Secondary) pass from a recognized board, along with a mandatory 2-year Diploma program in Special Education recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), and qualification in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET).
• Pay Scale: Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400)
• Age Limit: Up to 30 years

3. Assistant (Ballistics/Document/Chemistry/Physics/Photo Laboratory)

• Educational Qualification: Master’s Degree from a recognized university in the respective stream (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Forensic Science, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Anthropology) depending on the core discipline of the laboratory post code.
• Pay Scale: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300)
• Age Limit: Varies by post code, generally between 18 to 30 years.

4. Assistant Operator

• Educational Qualification: Matriculation or Secondary School passing certificate with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, alongside a valid National Trade Certificate (NTC) or an completed Apprenticeship in Air Conditioning or Mechanical trades.
• Pay Scale: Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100)
• Age Limit: Generally between 18 to 27 years.

Age Limits and Category Relaxations

The standard maximum age limit across major profiles is capped at 30 years as calculated on the closing date of application submission. However, permissible upper age relaxations are extended to candidates from reserved categories in accordance with standard government directives:

• Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 years relaxation
• Other Backward Classes (OBC): 3 years relaxation
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years relaxation
• Central Government Civilian Employees / Departmental Candidates: Up to 5 years relaxation for employees who have rendered regular continuous service in allied cadres.
• Widows, Divorced Women, and Women Judicially Separated: Age concessions applicable as per standard Delhi Administration service provisions.

Application Fee Details

Candidates must process the application registration fee through the designated online payment gateway attached to the application system.

• General, OBC, and EWS Male Candidates: Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred only).
• Exempted Categories: All Female applicants, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates are completely exempt from paying any registration fee.

Note on Fees: The application fee is strictly non-refundable. Any incomplete application left without a successful payment status by the closing date will be summarily rejected by the computerized shortlisting engine.

Examination Scheme and Selection Process

DSSSB will implement a robust examination process consisting of multiple parts depending on the technical complexity of the post codes.

Written Examination Structure

The primary filtering mechanism is an objective-type Computer-Based Test (CBT) featuring Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

• Total Sections: Divided into Section A (General Awareness, Mental Ability, Numerical Aptitude, Test of Hindi Language, and Test of English Language) and Section B (Subject-specific questions matching the essential educational criteria).
• Total Marks: Varies from 200 to 300 marks depending on the post level.
• Negative Marking Penalty: A deduction of 0.25 marks will be applied for every incorrect answer marked on the computerized response sheet. Unanswered questions will attract zero penalty.

Minimum Qualifying Benchmarks

To be considered for the final merit selection list, candidates must score at or above the category-specific minimum percentages in their online examinations:

• General / EWS Category: Minimum 40% marks
• OBC Category (Delhi Domicile): Minimum 35% marks
• SC / ST / PH (PwBD) Categories: Minimum 30% marks

How to Apply Online

Eligible professionals must execute their registration via the official DSSSB online recruitment portal. Follow this exact sequence to file your form:

1. Visit the unified online application portal at dsssbonline.nic.in during the operational window.
2. Click on the registration tab to execute your baseline profile setup if you are a first-time user, ensuring your name and date of birth match your matriculation records.
3. Log in with your credentials, select Advertisement No. 03/2026, and choose the specific post codes you are qualified to contest.
4. Input your complete educational milestones, percentage metrics, and residential coordinates accurately.
5. Upload crisp, clearly scanned digital copies of your passport photograph, full signature, and mandatory supporting documents.
6. Complete the online application fee payment of Rs. 100/- using integrated net banking, debit cards, or UPI facilities (unless your category is exempt).
7. Submit the finalized application modules and take a clean physical printout of the generated form displaying your transaction reference numbers. Do not send any hard copies of the application form by post to the DSSSB headquarters.

DSSSB Assistant, Trained Graduate Teacher and More Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here