An incredible opportunity awaits aspiring government job seekers in Delhi! The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has unveiled its highly anticipated Combined Examinations 2026 Notification (Advt. No. 01/2026), announcing a massive 911 vacancies across various prestigious posts. This is your golden chance to secure a stable and rewarding career with the Government of NCT of Delhi!
🎯 DSSSB is inviting online applications for skilled and dedicated individuals for positions like Legal Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Civil), and Grade - II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer. The application window opens on February 24, 2026, and closes on March 25, 2026. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join various departments under the Delhi Government and contribute to public service. Read on for a complete breakdown of eligibility, salary, selection process, and how to apply!
🎯 Quick Highlights
- Organization: Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
- Advertisement No.: 01/2026
- Post Names: Legal Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Civil), Grade - II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer
- Total Vacancies: 911 Posts
- Salary: Up to ₹1,42,400/- per month (Pay Level 7) plus allowances
- Application Start Date: 📅 24 February 2026 (From 12:00 Noon)
- Application Last Date: 📅 25 March 2026 (Till 11:59 PM) - Apply before it's too late!
- Application Fee: ₹100/- (Exemptions apply)
- Official Website: dsssbonline.nic.in
- Job Location: Delhi/NCR
📋 Vacancy Details
A total of 911 vacancies have been announced across multiple departments. Check the detailed post-wise and category-wise breakup below:
Post Code: 801/26 - Legal Assistant (Total: 10 Posts)
| Department Name |
UR |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
EWS |
Total Posts |
Essential Qualification |
| Delhi Pollution Control Committee |
3 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
5 |
Degree in Law + 3 yrs Legal Practitioner OR 1 yr Legal Work in Govt Dept. |
| Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
Regular Degree in Law (eligible for Bar registration) + 3 yrs experience at Bar. |
| Dept. of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs |
0 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
Degree in Law + 2 yrs Legal Practitioner OR 1 yr Legal Work in Govt Dept/PSU. |
| Delhi Transport Corporation |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
Graduate in Law + 1 yr experience with advocate + Bar Council enrollment + Hindi. |
Post Code: 802/26 - Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Total: 33 Posts)
| Department Name |
UR |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
EWS |
Total Posts |
Essential Qualification |
| Delhi Jal Board |
13 |
10 |
2 |
2 |
5 |
32 |
Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university. |
| Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university. |
Post Code: 803/26 - Junior Engineer (Civil) (Total: 281 Posts)
| Department Name |
UR |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
EWS |
Total Posts |
Essential Qualification |
| Delhi Jal Board |
95 |
37 |
24 |
10 |
14 |
180 |
Degree in Civil Engineering OR 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering + 2 years experience. |
| New Delhi Municipal Council |
35 |
23 |
15 |
4 |
24 |
101 |
3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution. |
Post Code: 804/26 - Grade - II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (Total: 587 Posts)
| Department Name |
UR |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
EWS |
Total Posts |
Essential Qualification |
| Services Department |
207 |
147 |
97 |
43 |
82 |
576 |
Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University / Institute. |
| Delhi Pollution Control Committee |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
Bachelor's Degree + Desirable: Basic Knowledge of Computer. |
| Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board |
5 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
8 |
Bachelor's Degree + Computer Proficiency. |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be considered eligible, candidates must fulfill the specific criteria regarding age, educational qualification, and experience as on the crucial date of 25/03/2026. Refer to the table above for post-specific qualifications.
Age Limit:
- Legal Assistant (Post Code 801/26): Not exceeding 30 years.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 802/26): Not exceeding 30 years (Delhi Jal Board), Not exceeding 32 years (Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board).
- Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 803/26): Not exceeding 30 years (Delhi Jal Board), Between 18-32 years (New Delhi Municipal Council).
- Grade - II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code 804/26): Between 21-30 years (Services Department), Not exceeding 30 years (DPCC, DUSIB).
Age Relaxation:
Relaxation in the upper age limit will be provided as per Government of India/DoPT norms for reserved categories. This is crucial for many applicants! 👇
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST (Group B & C) |
5 years |
| OBC (Group B & C) |
3 years |
| PwBD (Group B & C) |
10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST (Group B & C) |
15 years |
| PwBD + OBC (Group B & C) |
13 years |
| Departmental Candidate (Group B) |
Up to 5 years |
| Departmental Candidate (Group C) |
Up to 40 years (45 for SC/ST, 43 for OBC) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group B & C) |
Period of Military service + 3 years (Max 55 years) |
| Meritorious Sports Persons (Group C) |
5 years (10 for SC/ST, 8 for OBC) |
| Disabled Defence services personnel (Group C) |
45 years (50 for SC/ST, 48 for OBC) |
| Widows/Divorced women/Judicially Separated women (Group C) |
Up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST, 38 for OBC) |
| Contractual Employees (GNCTD) |
Up to 5 years (if 180 working days in a year) for the same department. |
Educational Qualification & Experience:
The minimum educational qualification and experience vary significantly by post. Please refer to the detailed vacancy table above for specific requirements for each post code and department. Generally, a Bachelor's Degree in the relevant field (Law/Civil Engineering) or a Diploma in Civil Engineering with relevant experience is required. Computer proficiency is also a desirable/essential skill for some ASO posts. All qualifications and experience will be determined as of March 25, 2026. 🎓
💰 Salary & Benefits
Successful candidates will be offered an attractive salary package along with other government benefits. The pay scale for these posts ranges from Pay Level 6 to Pay Level 7, as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
- Pay Level 6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/- per month (Basic Pay) for Legal Assistant (DPCC, Law, DTC) and Junior Engineer (Civil).
- Pay Level 7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- per month (Basic Pay) for Legal Assistant (DUSIB), Assistant Engineer (Civil), and Grade - II / Assistant Section Officer.
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will also be entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits as admissible to Central Government employees posted in Delhi. This comprehensive package ensures a financially secure future! 📈
📝 Selection Process
The selection process for the DSSSB Combined Examinations 2026 is designed to identify the most suitable candidates. It primarily involves a Written Examination, which can be either One-Tier or Two-Tier, depending on the post.
Examination Scheme:
- One Tier (Technical) Examination: For Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 802/26) & Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 803/26).
- Two Tier Examination: For Legal Assistant (Post Code 801/26) & Grade - II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code 804/26).
Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern:
1. Legal Assistant (Post Code 801/26) - Two Tier (Technical-II)
- Tier-I (2 Hours, 200 Questions, 200 Marks):
- Section-A (100 Q, 100 M, 20 M each): General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, Test of Hindi Language & Comprehension, Test of English Language & Comprehension.
- Section-B (100 Q, 100 M): Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on the subject concerned as per the qualification prescribed.
- Tier-II (3 Hours, 300 Marks):
- Part-I (100 Q, 100 M, 1 M each): Objective MCQs covering the entire syllabus of the qualifying subject.
- Part-II (100 Q, 200 M, 2 M each): Objective MCQs evaluating application of concepts, problem-solving, and technical/domain knowledge.
2. Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 802/26) & Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 803/26) - One Tier (Technical)
- Examination (3 Hours, 300 Marks):
- Section-A (100 Q, 100 M, 20 M each): General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, Test of Hindi Language & Comprehension, Test of English Language & Comprehension.
- Section-B (100 Q, 200 M, 2 M each): Objective MCQs evaluating application of concepts, problem-solving, and technical/domain knowledge related to the subject.
3. Grade - II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code 804/26) - Two Tier (General)
- Tier-I (2 Hours, 200 Questions, 200 Marks, 40 M each): General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, Hindi Language & Comprehension, English Language & Comprehension.
- Tier-II (3 Hours, One Session, 300 Marks):
- Part-I (MCQ) (200 Questions, 200 Marks, 40 M each): General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, English Language & Comprehension, Computer Proficiency.
- Part-II (Descriptive) (100 Marks):
- Essay / Expansion of Ideas (In English): 50 Marks
- Precis writing / Summarizing (In English): 25 Marks
- Letter / Application writing (In English): 25 Marks
Important Notes on Examination:
- Negative Marking: Yes, a penalty for wrong answers! 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect 1-mark MCQ, and 0.50 marks for each incorrect 2-mark MCQ.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General/EWS: 40%
- OBC (Delhi): 35%
- SC/ST/PwBD: 30%
- Ex-servicemen: 5% relaxation in their respective categories (minimum 30%).
- Tie-Breaking Rules: In case of equal marks, specific rules (e.g., marks in Section-B, age, alphabetical order of name) will be applied. For Two-Tier exams, Tier-I is qualifying, and final merit is based on Tier-II marks.
- Post Preferences: Candidates MUST submit their preferences for departments/posts at the e-dossier stage. These preferences are FINAL and IRREVERSIBLE. Choose wisely!
- Skill Test/Endurance Test: Will be conducted as per job requirement.
- Exam Language: Bilingual (Hindi & English), except for language-specific papers.
💳 Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee is required to complete your application:
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General/OBC (Male) |
₹100/- |
| Women Candidates |
Exempted |
| SC/ST/PwBD Candidates |
Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen |
Exempted* |
*Note: Ex-servicemen who have already secured civil employment under Central Govt./GNCTD/Autonomous Bodies after availing reservation benefits are NOT eligible for fee concession. The fee must be paid online through SBI e-pay. 💸
📅 Important Dates
Mark your calendars with these crucial dates to ensure you don't miss any deadlines:
| Event |
Date |
| Official Notification Release Date |
20 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
24 February 2026 (From 12:00 Noon) |
| Online Application Last Date |
25 March 2026 (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
25 March 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Eligibility |
25 March 2026 |
| Exam Date |
To be intimated later |
| Admit Card Release |
To be intimated later |
🔗 How to Apply Online
Applying for the DSSSB Combined Recruitment 2026 is a straightforward online process. Follow these steps carefully to ensure a successful application:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to https://dsssbonline.nic.in.
- New Registration: If you are a first-time applicant, click on the "New Registration" link and complete the one-time registration process. You will receive a User ID and Password.
- Login: Use your registered User ID and Password to log in to the OARS portal.
- Find Advertisement: Navigate to the latest advertisement (Advt. No. 01/2026) for Combined Examinations 2026.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in all required details accurately, including personal information, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents as per the specified format and size. (Keep a valid photo ID proof ready; Aadhaar number doesn't require scanned ID proof).
- Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online through SBI e-pay, if applicable to your category.
- Review and Submit: Carefully review your entire application form for any errors before final submission. Once submitted, no changes will be allowed.
- Print Application: After successful submission, take a printout of your filled application form for future reference.
💡 Important Tips for Aspirants
- Apply Early: Don't wait until the last day to avoid website traffic and technical glitches. The closing date is 25th March 2026, but the system may get overloaded.
- Read Notification Thoroughly: Before applying, meticulously go through the official notification to understand all eligibility criteria, specific requirements for each post, and departmental preferences.
- Keep Documents Ready: Have all your educational certificates, experience letters, caste certificates, and scanned photograph/signature ready in the prescribed format.
- Check Eligibility on Crucial Date: Ensure you meet all age, qualification, and experience criteria as on 25/03/2026.
- Practice Mock Tests: Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and question types by attempting mock tests available on the DSSSB website.
- Choose Preferences Wisely: Your post and department preferences, submitted during e-dossier, are final and irreversible. Research and decide carefully.
- Stay Updated: Regularly visit the official DSSSB website for the latest updates regarding examination dates, admit cards, and results.
