Delhi DASS Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026: DSSSB Grade 2 ASO Blueprint

Posted: Jun 10, 2026 11:37 AM IST
Updated: Aug 17, 2026 12:54 PM IST
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Aspirants aiming to crack the upcoming civil services selections can now strategize their preparation with precision. The official Delhi DASS Syllabus 2026 has been released on the DSSSB portal, coinciding with the DSSSB Grade 2 ASO Recruitment 2026: 911 Vacancies Announced - Check Details. Understanding the layout of subjects, marking distribution, and tier structures is vital for securing a competitive edge.

DSSSB DASS Exam Pattern 2026

The selection roadmap begins with a rigorous written assessment. The Tier 1 Paper consists of 200 questions for 100 marks (though section-wise breakdowns account for a structured table total of 100 questions for 100 marks across 5 sections, while specific administrative guidelines mention up to 200 questions). The overall exam duration for Tier 1 as per the exam pattern table is 2 hours. Furthermore, after the Tier 2 Exam, an optional exam will be organised by the Board that is qualifying in nature and tests the minimum standard in writing skills.

Section Name Total Question Total Marks Duration
General Awareness 20 20 2 hours
General Intelligence & Reasoning 20 20
Arithmetical & Numerical Ability 20 20
Hindi Language & Comprehension 20 20
English Language & Comprehension 20 20
Total 100 100 2 Hours

Detailed Section-Wise Syllabus Checklists

To clear the cut-off marks, candidates must master each core topic outlined in the official notification. Review the exhaustive checklists below:

General Awareness Syllabus

  • Current Events of the last six months
  • Indian History
  • Indian Polity
  • Indian Constitution
  • Sports
  • Art & Culture
  • Geography
  • Economics
  • Scientific Research and Discoveries
  • National/International Organization
  • Famous Places around India
  • Books and Authors

Reasoning Ability Syllabus

  • Analogy
  • Similarities and Differences
  • Space Visualisation
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • Visual Memory
  • Discrimination
  • Blood Relation
  • Alphabetical Reasoning
  • Number Series
  • Syllogism

Arithmetical & Numerical Abilities Syllabus

  • Number System
  • Simplification
  • Decimal
  • Data Interpretation
  • Fractions
  • LCM & HCF
  • Percentage
  • Average
  • Profit & Loss
  • Discount
  • Simple & Compound Interest
  • Time & Work
  • Time & Distance
  • Statistics

English Language & Comprehension Syllabus

  • Common Errors
  • Sentence Improvements
  • One Word Substitution
  • Idioms & Phrases
  • Synonyms & Antonyms
  • Spelling Test
  • Voice
  • Narration
  • Reading Comprehension

Computer knowledge Syllabus

  • Hardware & Software Basics
  • History and Origin of Computers
  • Generations of Computers
  • Window Operating System
  • Internet and Related Terms
  • Questions on Basic MS-Office
  • Networking and Communication
  • Database Management
  • Virus and Security
  • Input and Output Devices
  • Shortcut Key

Next Steps and Additional Resources

Now that you are familiar with the exam format and topic lists, it is crucial to test your progress using historical question sets and evaluate your potential career growth. To help with your preparation and planning, explore these helpful resources:

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