DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has officially rolled out Advt. No. 01/2026, inviting aspiring candidates for 941 vacancies across multiple prestigious roles including Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Legal Assistant, and other engineering positions. Operating under institutions like the Government of NCT of Delhi, Delhi Pollution Control Committee, Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board, Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, Delhi Transport Corporation, Delhi Jal Board, Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board, and New Delhi Municipal Council, this selection cycle has recorded a massive registration pool. A total of 3,42,608 candidates have registered to compete for these coveted posts.
Candidates looking to fast-track their government career should Check Latest DSSSB Exam Date 2026 Notifications Here and keep track of updates. For comprehensive preparation, you can also View DSSSB ASO Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 and Download Previous Year Question Papers for DSSSB ASO.
| Conducting Body | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Post Name | Grade – II/Assistant Section Officer, Legal Assistant, and other posts |
| DSSSB ASO Vacancy 2026 | 941 |
| Advt. No. | 01/2026 |
| Type of Questions | Multiple-Choice Question (MCQ) |
| Exam Date | Announced Soon |
| Number of Questions | 200 |
| Negative Marking | 0.50 Marks |
| Selection Process | Tier 1, Tier 2, Skill Test / Endurance Test / Driving Test / Trade Test, and Medical Exam |
| Salary | Post Wise |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/ https://dsssbonline.nic.in/ |
Important Dates & Schedule
The notification was formally released on 20th February 2026. Aspirants must complete their submissions before the closing window.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20th February 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 24th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25th March 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 25th March 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Exam Date | Will be Announced Soon |
Vacancy Distribution and Candidate Registration Insights
A total of 941 positions are available under Advt. No. 01/2026. Review the category-wise breakdown of applied candidates and individual department allocations below.
Candidates Applied Breakdown
- UR → 1,78,558
- OBC → 39,579
- EWS → 30,842
- SC → 73,959
- ST → 19,670
| Post Name | Department Name | Total | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Assistant | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Legal Assistant | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Legal Assistant | Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Legal Assistant | Delhi Transport Corporation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Delhi Jal Board | 32 | 13 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Delhi Jal Board | 180 | 95 | 37 | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | New Delhi Municipal Council | 101 | 35 | 23 | 15 | 4 | 24 |
| Grade-II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer | Services Department | 576 | 207 | 147 | 97 | 43 | 82 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | 8 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| GRAND TOTAL | — | 941 | 365 | 220 | 140 | 59 | 127 |
Eligibility Criteria, Age Limits & Qualifications
Candidates must satisfy the required educational qualifications and age parameters as of 25th March 2026. The minimum age limit is 20 years, and the maximum age limit is 30 years.
Age Limit Relaxations
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- PwBD + SC/ST: 15 Years
- PwBD + OBC: 13 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: Period of Military Service + 3 Years (Maximum up to 55 Years)
- Meritorious Sports Persons: Up to 05 Years (10 Years for SC/ST, 08 Years for OBC)
- Disabled Defence Services Personnel: 45 Years (50 Years for SC/ST, 48 Years for OBC)
- Widows / Divorced Women / Women Judicially Separated and Not Re-married: Up to 35 Years (40 Years for SC/ST, 38 Years for OBC)
| Post Name | Department Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Grade-II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer | Services Department | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University / Institute |
| Assistant Section Officer | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University. |
| Assistant Section Officer | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from any recognized University. Computer Proficiency |
| Legal Assistant | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | Candidates must have completed a degree in Law from a recognized university 3 years of experience as a Legal Practitioner or one year of experience in Legal work in a Government Department. |
| Legal Assistant | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | Possessing a regular degree in Law (entitling the incumbent for registration at bar and appearing before the courts) from a recognised university or equivalent, and 03 years’ experience at the bar |
| Legal Assistant | Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs | Degree in Law from a recognised university. Two years’ experience as Legal Practitioner or one year experience in handling Legal work in a Government Department/PSU. |
| Legal Assistant | Delhi Transport Corporation | Graduate in Law from a recognized institution established or incorporated by or under a Central Act or Provincial Act, or a State Act, or any other institution or foreign institution approved by the Central Government. At least one-year experience of working with advocate and enrolled with Bar Council. Should have knowledge (read and write) of Hindi Language |
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/ OBC | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Ex-serviceman | Exempted |
Payment must be completed securely via SBI e-pay before 25th March 2026 (11:59 pm).
Selection Process Stages
- Stage 1: Tier-1 Written Examination
- Stage 2: Tier-2 Written Examination
- Stage 3: Skill Test / Endurance Test / Trade Test (as applicable)
- Stage 4: Document Verification
- Stage 5: Medical Examination
Exam Patterns & Minimum Qualifying Marks
Negative marking applies at 0.50 marks per incorrect answer. Grade 2 ASO minimum qualifying benchmarks are:
- General/EWS – 40%
- OBC (Delhi) – 35%
- SC/ST/PH (PwBD) – 30%
- Ex-servicemen will be given 5% relaxation in their respective categories, subject to a minimum of 30%.
DSSSB ASO Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 2 hours |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning ability | 40 | 40 | |
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | |
| Hindi Language & Comprehension | 40 | 40 | |
| English Language & Comprehension | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
DSSSB ASO Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Subjects | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A (Objective type) | General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 3 hours |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning ability | 40 | 40 | ||
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | ||
| English Language & Comprehension | 40 | 40 | ||
| Computer Proficiency | 40 | 40 | ||
| Part B (Descriptive type) | Essay / Expansion of Ideas (English) | — | 50 | |
| Letter / Application writing (In English) | — | 25 | ||
| Precis writing / Summarising (In English) | — | 25 | ||
| Total | 200 | 300 | ||
DSSSB Legal Assistant Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Subjects | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 2 hours |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning ability | 20 | 20 | ||
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 | ||
| Test of Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | ||
| Test of English Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | ||
| Section B | Concerned Subjects | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | ||
DSSSB Legal Assistant Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | 100 | 100 | 3 hours |
| Part 2 | 100 | 200 | |
| Total | 200 | 300 |
Salary Structure
For complete breakdown details, visit and Check Detailed DSSSB ASO Salary Structure.
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Legal Assistant | Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400/- (Pay Level – 6) |
| Grade-II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer | Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400/- (Pay Level – 7) |
| Assistant Section Officer | Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400/- (Pay Level – 7) |
Steps to Apply for DSSSB ASO Recruitment 2026
Follow this procedure to submit your online application successfully:
- Go to the official website of Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board, DSSSB https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/.
- Go to “Careers” and click on “Apply Online for Recruitment to the post- DSSSB PRT 2025”- “Click Here for Registration”.
- Enter the details like name, contact details, and email address, and click on submit.
- A provisional registration ID and Password will be sent to your email address.
- The candidate has to log in with a Registration ID and Password and enter the complete details like Name, father’s name, Address, Date of birth, etc;
- Candidates are required to attach all the required documents like SSC mark sheets, category certificates for reserved candidates, PwD certificates for PwD candidates.
- Attach the photographs and signature (not more than a 3-month-old photo is allowed).
- Candidates have to verify all the details before clicking on “Final Submit”.
- No changes are entertained once the candidate clicks on the “Final Submit button.
- Validate your details by clicking on “Validate your Details”.
- Modify the details if required and click on “Final Submit”.
- Candidates are redirected to the payment page and pay the required amount to complete the registration process.
- Pay the application fee and click on the final submit tab.
- Download and take a print copy of the DSSSB ASO Application Form 2026.
Official assets and links:
- https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/
- https://dsssbonline.nic.in/
- Download Official DSSSB ASO Notification 2026 PDF
- Apply Online: DSSSB ASO Recruitment 2026 Portal
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