The Govt Jobs landscape has expanded with the official rollout of the Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Commission notification. The board has announced a total of 33 openings under post code 802/26. Aspiring engineering professionals can explore other relevant opportunities such as the DSSSB DASS Grade 2 Recruitment 2026 (911 Vacancies) and DSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 (281 Vacancies).
To understand all official guidelines, candidates can refer directly to the DSSSB AE Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF or visit the official portal at https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/.
DSSSB Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
This recruitment drive targets qualified civil engineering graduates for prestigious departments under the Delhi Government. Below is a concise breakdown of the administrative and service parameters:
| Organization Name | Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Commission |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer (Civil) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Post Code | 802/26 |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Vacancies | 33 |
| Exam Date | Will be Announced Soon |
| Selection Process | Tier-1 & Tier-2 |
| Salary | Rs 9,300 to Rs 34,800 |
| Probation Period | 2 years |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/ |
Important Dates & Schedule
Candidates must ensure they submit their applications within the designated timeframe. Keep track of all major event milestones:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| DSSSB AE Notification Release Date | 20th February 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 24th February 2026 (12 noon) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25th March 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Exam Date | Will be Announced Soon |
Vacancy Distribution & Departmental Breakdown
The 33 available Assistant Engineer (Civil) posts are distributed across participating Delhi government organizations:
| Name of Department | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSSSB AE Vacancy- Civil (Total- 33) | ||||||
| Delhi Jal Board | 13 | 10 | 02 | 02 | 05 | 32 |
| Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board | 01 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 01 |
| Total | 14 | 10 | 02 | 02 | 05 | 33 |
Education Qualification Checklist
Before proceeding with registration, applicants must confirm they fulfill the educational criteria:
- Candidates must hold a degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized university or institution.
Age Limits and Relaxations
The standard age bracket for candidates is 18 to 30 years old as of the specified cutoff date. Relaxations apply for reserved categories:
| Category | Upper Age Limit Relaxations |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years (below 37 years) |
| OBC | 3 years (below 35 years) |
| PwD | 10 years (below 42 years) |
| PwD and SC/ST | 15 years (below 47 years) |
| PwD and OBC | 13 years (below 45 years) |
| Candidates for the same department with at least 3 years of service in Central Govt./Govt. of Delhi | 40 years of age (45 years for SC/ST) |
| Meritorious Sports Person | 5 years for General, 8 years for OBC and 10 years for SC/ST |
| ESM | Ex-servicemen: 3 years added to the length of military service. General and OBC categories: Military service duration plus an additional 6 years. SC/ST categories: Military service duration plus an additional 8 years. |
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Structure
The selection is structured around a rigorous two-tier computer-based test (CBT) methodology. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, while 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect response.
CBT-1 Structure
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DSSSB AE Exam Pattern 2026 for CBT-1 | |||
| A | General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 |
| A | Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 |
| A | Test of Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 |
| A | Test of English Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 |
| B | Civil/Electrical Engineering paper | 100 | 100 |
| Total | -- | 200 | 200 |
CBT-2 Structure
| Parts | Subjects | No of Questions | Marks | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSSSB AE Exam Pattern 2026 for CBT-2 | ||||
| Part 1 | Civil/Electrical Engineering Paper | 100 | 100 | Exam Duration: 3 Hours |
| Part 2 | The ability for application of concepts, problem-solving capacity, ability to comprehend the context and apply theoretical aspects, etc. | 100 | 200 | |
| Total | -- | 200 | 300 | -- |
How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates can register for the post through the online portal. You can initiate your application process via the direct online link:
Apply Online: DSSSB AE Recruitment 2026 (Link Active)
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