Opening Overview
Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for recruitment to various Group B & Group C posts under Government of NCT of Delhi / Autonomous / Local Bodies. A total of 1,979 vacancies are available across multiple post codes. Online applications will be accepted from 16/06/2026 to 15/07/2026.
Post Details Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Post Name | Junior Scientific Assistant, I.T. Assistant Grade-A, Fitter Grade-II, Lift Operator, Sub Station Apprentice, Data Processing Assistant, Data Entry Operator, TGT (Computer Science), Domestic Science Teacher, Special Educator, Electrical Overseer / Sub-Inspector, and others |
| Total Vacancies | 1,979 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass / Matric / ITI / Diploma / Graduate / Post Graduate / B.Ed / CTET / RCI Registration (Post-wise) |
| Last Date | 15/07/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29/05/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 16/06/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application (Time) | 15/07/2026 (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Application Start Time | 16/06/2026 (From 12:00 Noon) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 15/07/2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| Women Candidates | ₹0 |
| SC | ₹0 |
| ST | ₹0 |
| PwBD | ₹0 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Eligible) | ₹0 |
Payment Mode: Fee must be paid only through SBI e-Pay. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 15/07/2026 (closing date / cut-off date). Post-wise age limits are different.
Post-wise Age Limits (as per visible pages):
- 18-27 Years: Junior Scientific Assistant (Biology / Ballistics / Chemistry / Lie-Detection / Documents / HRD/QC / Photo / Cyber Forensic / Crime Scene / Finger Print / Physics), Electrical Overseer / Sub-Inspector
- Not exceeding 30 Years: Technical Assistant (Hindi), Assistant Archivist Grade-I, TGT (Computer Science), Domestic Science Teacher, TGT (Special Education Teacher), Special Educator (Primary), Data Processing Assistant Grade ‘A’, Data Entry Operator Grade ‘B’
- Below 27 Years: I.T. Assistant Grade-A
- 20-32 Years: Fitter Grade-II
- 18-37 Years: Lift Operator
- 18-32 Years: Asstt. Operator cum Mechanic (A/C), Sub Station Apprentice
Category-wise Age Relaxation (Upper Age):
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- PwBD + SC/ST: 15 years
- PwBD + OBC: 13 years
- Departmental candidate (regular Govt. servant with 3 years continuous service): as per DoP&T norms (including up to 40 years for certain Group C posts; details as per advertisement)
- Ex-Servicemen (Group B & C Non-Gazetted): Military service + 3 years (maximum up to 55 years)
- Meritorious Sports Persons (Group C): 5 years (SC/ST: 10 years, OBC: 8 years)
- Disabled Defence Services Personnel (Group C): Up to 45 years (SC/ST: 50, OBC: 48)
- Widows / divorced women / women judicially separated and not re-married (Group C): Up to 35 years (SC/ST: 40, OBC: 38)
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 1,979
| Post Code | Post Name | Department | Group | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Biology) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 17 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 44 |
| 22/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Ballistics) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 7 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 18 |
| 23/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Chemistry) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 10 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 |
| 24/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Lie-Detection) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| 25/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Documents) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
| 26/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (HRD/QC) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 27/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Photo) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| 28/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Cyber Forensic) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 35 | 21 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 81 |
| 29/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Crime Scene/District Mobile Forensic Unit) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 21 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 46 |
| 30/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Finger Print) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 31/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Physics) | Forensic Science Laboratory | C | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| 32/26 | Technical Assistant (Hindi) | Department of Delhi Archives | B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 33/26 | Assistant Archivist Grade-I | Department of Delhi Archives | B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 34/26 | I.T. Assistant Grade-A | Information Technology Department | C | 51 | 34 | 19 | 9 | 12 | 125 |
| 35/26 | Fitter Grade-II | New Delhi Municipal Council | C | 17 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 36 |
| 36/26 | Lift Operator | New Delhi Municipal Council | C | 2 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 13 |
| 37/26 | Asstt. Operator cum Mechanic (A/C) | New Delhi Municipal Council | C | 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| 38/26 | Sub Station Apprentice | New Delhi Municipal Council | C | 8 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 11 | 37 |
| 39/26 | Data Processing Assistant Grade ‘A’ | New Delhi Municipal Council | C | 10 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 21 |
| 40/26 | Data Entry Operator Grade ‘B’ | New Delhi Municipal Council | C | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 41/26 | Trained Graduate Teacher (Computer Science) | Directorate of Education | B | 416 | 0 | 104 | 39 | 116 | 675 |
| 42/26 | Domestic Science Teacher | Directorate of Education | B | 36 | 49 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 129 |
| 43/26 | Trained Graduate Teacher (Special Education Teacher) | Directorate of Education | B | 135 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9 | 163 |
| 44/26 | Special Educator (Primary) | Directorate of Education | B | 184 | 121 | 67 | 33 | 45 | 450 |
| 45/26 | Electrical Overseer / Sub-Inspector | Labour Department | C | 6 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
Eligibility / Qualification
Below is the essential qualification summary (post-wise) as per the notification:
Forensic Science Laboratory (Junior Scientific Assistant)
- JSA (Biology) (21/26): Master’s degree in Zoology / Botany / Microbiology / Anthropology / Biology / Human Biology / Life Science / Biochemistry / Genetics / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Forensic Science (with Zoology or Botany as a subject/paper during all 3 years of B.Sc.) OR B.E./B.Tech in Biotechnology.
- JSA (Ballistics) (22/26): Master’s degree in Physics / Mathematics / Applied Mathematics / Forensic Science (with Physics/Mathematics as a subject/paper during all 3 years of B.Sc.).
- JSA (Chemistry) (23/26): Master’s degree in Chemistry / Toxicology / Biochemistry / Forensic Science (with Chemistry as a subject/paper during all 3 years of B.Sc.).
- JSA (Lie-Detection) (24/26): Master’s degree in Psychology / Criminology.
- JSA (Documents) (25/26): Master’s degree in Physics / Chemistry / Forensic Science with Physics/Chemistry studied for at least 2 years / 4 semesters at B.Sc. level.
- JSA (HRD/QC) (26/26): Master’s degree in Physics / Mathematics / Computer Science / Chemistry / Botany / Zoology / Forensic Science / Psychology / Toxicology / Biotechnology / Genetics OR 2-year PG Diploma in Business Administration/Management (HR specialization) OR MCA OR B.Tech (CS/Electronics/IT/ECE/Instrumentation).
- JSA (Photo) (27/26): Master’s degree in Physics / Computer Science / Data Analytics / Artificial Intelligence / IT / Forensic Science OR B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence.
- JSA (Cyber Forensic) (28/26): Master’s degree in Computer Science / Computer Application / IT / Physics (Electronics/Cyber Security specialization) OR B.E./B.Tech in CSE / IT / ECE / Electricals & Electronics.
- JSA (Crime Scene/District Mobile Forensic Unit) (29/26): Master’s degree in Zoology / Botany / Anthropology / Microbiology / Chemistry / Physics / Toxicology / Biochemistry / Forensic Science.
- JSA (Finger Print) (30/26): Master’s degree in Physics / Chemistry / Forensic Science with Physics/Chemistry studied for at least 2 years / 4 semesters at B.Sc. level.
- JSA (Physics) (31/26): Master’s degree in Physics / Forensic Science with Physics studied for at least 2 years / 4 semesters at B.Sc. level.
Department of Delhi Archives
- Technical Assistant (Hindi) (32/26): Master’s degree in Hindi/English/any subject with Hindi-English combinations as specified in the notification and Diploma/Certificate in translation (Hindi↔English) or 2 years translation experience in Govt./UT/Govt. undertaking.
- Assistant Archivist Grade-I (33/26): Master’s Degree in History with a paper in Modern Indian History and Diploma in Archives & Record Management. Desirable: Certificate course in Microsoft Office.
Information Technology Department
- I.T. Assistant Grade-A (34/26): 12th pass and typing/data entry speed 8000 key depressions per hour (26.67 WPM) in English or Hindi; must qualify Aptitude Test. Desirable: 1-year certificate in Data Preparation & Computer Software.
New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
- Fitter Grade-II (35/26): Plumber trade certificate + 1 year practical experience in handling water distribution network of C.I. and G.I. pipes and accessories.
- Lift Operator (36/26): Matric/Hr. Secondary + ITI (Electrician/Wireman).
- Asstt. Operator cum Mechanic (A/C) (37/26): Matric/Hr. Secondary with PCM + ITI (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) + minimum 2 years experience in A/C field.
- Sub Station Apprentice (38/26): Matric + National Trade Certificate (2 years) in Electrician (or equivalent as specified).
- Data Processing Assistant Grade ‘A’ (39/26): Degree OR 3-year Diploma in Computer Engg. with 1 year EDP experience OR Degree in Computer Engg.; typing speed 8000 key depressions per hour.
- Data Entry Operator Grade ‘B’ (40/26): Degree OR 3-year Diploma in Computer Engg./Digital Electronics/ECE with computer application/programming; typing speed 8000 key depressions per hour and qualify Aptitude Test.
Directorate of Education
- TGT (Computer Science) (41/26): BCA OR Graduation in Computer Science (CS studied in all years as main subject) OR BE/B.Tech (CS/IT) OR Graduation + ‘A’ Level course from DOEACC; age up to 30 years.
- Domestic Science Teacher (42/26): Bachelor’s degree in Domestic Science/Home Science + B.Ed with Domestic/Home Science as teaching subject. Desirable: Hindi at secondary level.
- TGT (Special Education Teacher) (43/26): Graduation + Special Education qualification options (B.Ed Special / B.Ed + Diploma/PGPD/PGPC/PG Diploma etc.) + CTET (Elementary Stage) + RCI Registration.
- Special Educator (Primary) (44/26): 12th pass + Special Education diploma/qualification options as listed + CTET (Primary Stage) + RCI Registration.
Labour Department
- Electrical Overseer / Sub-Inspector (45/26): 3-year Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) + 1 year experience for Diploma holders in practice of Electrical Engineering (workshop / generation / transmission / distribution / administration of Act & rules).
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination as per post category (One Tier General / One Tier Technical / One Tier Technical-Teaching).
- Normalization of marks may be applied (if required) as per DSSSB notice dated 11/07/2018.
- Draft Answer Key will be displayed after exam; objections accepted online only within the time limit set by DSSSB.
- Skill Test / Trade Test / Aptitude Test / Physical Endurance Test / Driving Test etc. may be conducted as per job requirement.
- Document Verification / e-Dossier scrutiny by the concerned User Department.
Minimum Qualifying Marks (where applicable):
- General/EWS: 40%
- OBC (Delhi): 35%
- SC/ST/PwBD: 30%
- Ex-Servicemen: 5% relaxation in their respective category subject to minimum 30%
Exam Pattern
One Tier (General) – Post Codes: 34/26, 39/26, 40/26
| Paper | Duration | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBT (MCQ) | 2 Hours | 200 | 200 |
Subjects (40 marks each):
- General Awareness
- General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability
- Arithmetical & Numerical Ability
- Hindi Language & Comprehension
- English Language & Comprehension
One Tier (Technical) – Post Codes: 21/26, 22/26, 23/26, 24/26, 25/26, 26/26, 27/26, 28/26, 29/26, 30/26, 31/26, 32/26, 33/26, 35/26, 36/26, 37/26, 38/26, 45/26
| Section | Duration | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A (General) | Included in 2 Hours | 100 | 100 |
| Section B (Domain Subject) | Included in 2 Hours | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 2 Hours | 200 | 200 |
Section A Subjects (20 marks each):
- General Awareness
- General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability
- Arithmetical & Numerical Ability
- Hindi Language & Comprehension
- English Language & Comprehension
Section B: Subject concerned as per qualification prescribed for the post.
One Tier (Technical / Teaching) – Post Codes: 41/26, 42/26, 43/26, 44/26
| Section | Duration | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A (General) | Included in 2 Hours | 100 | 100 |
| Section B (Subject + Teaching Methodology/B.Ed.) | Included in 2 Hours | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 2 Hours | 200 | 200 |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deduction for each wrong answer (for 1-mark MCQ).
Salary / Pay Scale
Post-wise pay scale as per notification:
- Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400): TGT (Computer Science), Domestic Science Teacher, TGT (Special Education Teacher)
- Pay Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400): Technical Assistant (Hindi), Assistant Archivist Grade-I, Data Processing Assistant Grade ‘A’, Special Educator (Primary)
- Pay Level 5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300): Junior Scientific Assistant (various), Data Entry Operator Grade ‘B’, Electrical Overseer / Sub-Inspector
- Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100): I.T. Assistant Grade-A
- Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200): Lift Operator, Asstt. Operator cum Mechanic (A/C), Sub Station Apprentice
- Pre-Revised (₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + ₹1,900 GP): Fitter Grade-II