Last Updated: 07 October 2026 | Source: DSSSB Advertisement No. 04/2026 dated 30 September 2026 | Recruitment: DSSSB Combined Examination 2026 | Posted By: GovtJobDeck | Estimated Time To Read: 12 MinutesDSSSB Recruitment 2026

DSSSB Recruitment 2026

The DSSSB Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 641 tentative vacancies in Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts. The recruitment includes Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon posts.

Online applications will open on 6 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon and the last date to apply is 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM. The important difference in this recruitment is that eligibility and selection are post-specific, with shorthand/typing tests for some posts and driving/skill tests for Process Server. final_adv_1

Candidates looking for more opportunities after graduation can also explore our updated list of Government Jobs After Graduation 2026.

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview

The vacancies are tentative and include backlog vacancies. final_adv_1

Important Dates

The examination and interview schedule will be communicated later through the DSSSB and Delhi District Courts websites.

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DSSSB Vacancy 2026

The notification contains 641 tentative vacancies, including backlog. The vacancies are distributed across District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts.

The notification gives 217 UR, 176 OBC, 116 SC, 75 ST and 57 EWS vacancies, making a total of 641. The vacancies are tentative and may change according to the requirements reported by the user departments.

Post-Wise Total

Candidates interested in more recruitment opportunities can also check our Central Government Jobs 2026 collection.

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Eligibility differs by post. Candidates must meet the required qualification and experience, wherever applicable, by the closing date of the application.

The Process Server qualification is important: candidates using the Higher Secondary route must have an LMV licence and two years of unblemished driving experience. final_adv_1

DSSSB Age Limit 2026

The basic age limit for all five post groups is 18 to 27 years, with age calculated as on 1 June 2026.

Age relaxation will be available to eligible reserved and special categories as per the advertisement.

Candidates who want to calculate their age according to a specific date can use the Age Calculator to check their eligibility quickly.

DSSSB Age Relaxation

Important: OBC reservation and age-relaxation benefits apply to eligible OBC (Delhi) candidates. Candidates belonging to OBC communities outside Delhi are treated as UR for these benefits.

DSSSB Salary 2026

The notification gives the following pay scales:

These are the pay scales stated in the recruitment advertisement; the notification does not provide a single fixed monthly in-hand salary.

To understand government salary calculations beyond the basic pay scale, use our Government Salary Calculators.

DSSSB Selection Process 2026

The selection process differs by post code.

Skill and driving tests are qualifying where specified. Interview marks are included in final merit for the applicable posts.

Senior PA and PA Exam Pattern

Tier-I is used for shortlisting. Candidates called for Tier-II will not exceed 25 times the advertised vacancies, while the skill-test shortlist will not exceed 10 times the vacancies. final_adv_1

For Senior PA, the shorthand test is at 110 wpm with a 550-word passage. For PA, it is 100 wpm with a 500-word passage. Both require typing at 40 wpm. The skill test is qualifying. final_adv_1

Junior Judicial Assistant Exam Pattern

The typing test is qualifying. The final merit list is prepared by Delhi District Courts based on the applicable Tier-II and Tier-IV marks.

Process Server Selection Process

The driving test is conducted in real traffic conditions. Candidates called for the driving/skill test can be up to 15 times the number of vacancies. The final selection is based on Tier-I and interview marks.

Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon Selection Process

The interview shortlist can be up to 10 times the number of vacancies. Final selection is based on Tier-I and interview marks. final_adv_1

DSSSB Negative Marking and Qualifying Marks

Each MCQ carries 1 mark, with 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.

DSSSB may prescribe higher cut-offs depending on the number of candidates and vacancies. final_adv_1

Post and Department Preference

Separate combined examinations will be conducted for each post code.

Candidates will give their post/department preferences at the interview stage. Once submitted, the preference cannot be changed later.

Candidates must therefore check their eligibility for every post or department they select. If a candidate is later found ineligible during e-dossier or document scrutiny, the candidature for that opted post/department can be rejected, and an alternative allotment request will not be entertained. final_adv_1

DSSSB Application Fee 2026

The fee must be paid through SBI e-pay. Once paid, the application fee is non-refundable. final_adv_1

How to Apply for DSSSB Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply online through the DSSSB OARS portal.

Step-by-Step Process

• Visit the DSSSB OARS application portal.
• Complete the one-time DSSSB registration if you do not already have an OARS registration.
• Keep a valid photo identity proof ready for new registration.
• Enter an active mobile number and email ID.
• Verify the required details through OTP.
• Log in to the OARS portal using your registration credentials.
• Select the relevant examination/post code under Advertisement No. 04/2026.
• Check the eligibility requirements for the particular post and department.
• Fill in the application form carefully.
• Upload the required photograph and signature.
• Select the applicable category correctly.
• Pay the ₹100 application fee through SBI e-pay, if applicable.
• Preview the complete application before final submission.
• Submit the application online.
• Download or print the submitted application form for future reference.

DSSSB registration is a one-time exercise and the same registration credentials can be used for future DSSSB examinations. Candidates should not create multiple registrations. final_adv_1

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the required documents and certificates ready before completing the application. These may include:

• Educational qualification certificates
• Date-of-birth proof
• Category certificate, where applicable
• OBC Delhi/NCL certificate, where applicable
• EWS Income & Asset Certificate, where applicable
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• Ex-Serviceman documents, where applicable
• Photograph and signature
• Valid photo identity proof

Candidates shortlisted for further stages may also have to complete the DSSSB e-dossier process.

DSSSB E-Dossier

Shortlisted candidates must upload the required documents through the e-dossier process within the prescribed period.

Failure to submit the required documents within the specified period can result in cancellation of candidature.

Candidates should therefore keep their certificates updated and verify that the documents support the eligibility claimed in the application.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Applying for a post without checking its specific qualification.
• Ignoring the 40 wpm typing requirement for applicable posts.
• Assuming every OBC candidate gets Delhi OBC benefits.
• Selecting a post/department without checking eligibility.
• Entering incorrect details in the final application.
• Waiting until the last day to submit the form.
• Using a payment mode other than SBI e-pay.
• Assuming the skill/driving test carries marks when it is qualifying.
• Forgetting that 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong MCQ.

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Related Opportunities

Candidates interested in similar government recruitment opportunities can also check:

• MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 – Assistant and clerical opportunity in the judicial sector.
• PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Clerk recruitment opportunity for candidates looking for office-based government jobs.
• Punjab HC SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Another court-related clerk recruitment opportunity.
• Government Jobs After Graduation 2026 – Useful for graduates looking for other government vacancies.
• 10th Pass Government Jobs 2026 – Useful for candidates targeting 10th-pass government jobs.

Important Links

Candidates open to jobs outside Delhi can also apply for the TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026, which has 6574 vacancies.

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 FAQs

What is the last date for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM. final_adv_1

How many vacancies are available in DSSSB Recruitment 2026?

There are 641 tentative vacancies across the advertised posts.

What is the DSSSB age limit?

The basic age limit is 18 to 27 years, calculated as on 1 June 2026.

What is the qualification for Junior Judicial Assistant?

Candidates need a graduation degree and typing speed of 40 wpm on computer.

What is the qualification for Process Server?

Candidates need Matriculation/equivalent, or Higher Secondary with an LMV driving licence and two years of unblemished driving experience.

Is there negative marking?

Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong MCQ answer.

What is the application fee?

The applicable application fee is ₹100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt.

Is the typing test for Junior Judicial Assistant qualifying?

Yes. The JJA typing test at 40 wpm is qualifying.

Can OBC candidates from outside Delhi claim OBC reservation?

No. The advertisement states that OBC benefits are applicable to eligible OBC (Delhi) candidates.

Where can candidates apply?

Applications must be submitted online through the DSSSB application portal.

Conclusion

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 offers 641 tentative vacancies across five major post groups, but eligibility is not uniform. Candidates should pay particular attention to the shorthand and typing requirements for Senior PA/PA, the computer typing requirement for JJA, and the driving qualification for Process Server. The application window runs from 6 October to 4 November 2026. final_adv_1

Important: Always verify the latest information on the official DSSSB website before submitting the application, especially for examination dates, corrigenda and any changes to the recruitment process.

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