🏛️ DSSSB Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 01/2026)
📢 Apply Online for 911 JE, AE, ASO & Legal Assistant Posts
Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) | Govt. of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released a major recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 01/2026) for the Combined Examinations 2026. The board is inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens to fill a massive 911 vacancies across various prestigious departments of the Government of NCT of Delhi, Autonomous Bodies, and Local Bodies.
This mega recruitment drive covers highly sought-after positions including Legal Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Junior Engineer (Civil), and Grade-II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer (ASO). The vacancies are distributed across top-tier departments like the Delhi Jal Board, Delhi Pollution Control Committee, NDMC, and the Services Department. Interested candidates can apply online starting from 24th February 2026. Read this ultra-detailed post below to get complete insights into the vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, rigorous exam patterns, age limits, and direct application links! 👇
🚀 DSSSB 01/2026 Recruitment Overview
| 🏢 Recruiting Body | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| 📄 Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| 💼 Name of Posts | JE (Civil), AE (Civil), Legal Assistant, ASO / Grade-II |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 911 Posts |
| 📅 Application Dates | 24th Feb 2026 to 25th March 2026 |
| 💰 Salary / Pay Level | Pay Level – 6 & 7 (₹ 35,400 to ₹ 1,42,400) |
| 📍 Job Location | Delhi / NCR |
| 📝 Application Mode | Online Only (dsssbonline.nic.in) |
📊 Post & Department-Wise Vacancy Details
The 911 vacancies are distributed across multiple departments. Here is the detailed category-wise breakup:
| Post Code | Name of Post | Department | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⚖️ Legal Assistant (Post Code: 801/26) | ||||||||
| 801/26 | Legal Assistant | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| 801/26 | Legal Assistant | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 801/26 | Legal Assistant | Dept of Law, Justice & Legislative Affairs | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 801/26 | Legal Assistant | Delhi Transport Corporation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 🏗️ Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Post Code: 802/26) | ||||||||
| 802/26 | AE (Civil) | Delhi Jal Board | 13 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 32 |
| 802/26 | AE (Civil) | Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 🛠️ Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Code: 803/26) | ||||||||
| 803/26 | JE (Civil) | Delhi Jal Board | 95 | 37 | 24 | 10 | 14 | 180 |
| 803/26 | JE (Civil) | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | 35 | 23 | 15 | 4 | 24 | 101 |
| 📁 Grade – II / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code: 804/26) | ||||||||
| 804/26 | Grade-II / ASO | Services Department | 207 | 147 | 97 | 43 | 82 | 576 |
| 804/26 | ASO | Delhi Pollution Control Committee | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 804/26 | ASO | Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 365 | 220 | 140 | 59 | 127 | 911 | ||
🎓 Post-Wise Educational Qualification & Age Limit
⚖️ 1. Legal Assistant (Post Code: 801/26)
- Educational Qualification: Regular Degree in Law from a recognized university.
- Experience Required: Three years’ experience as a Legal Practitioner OR One year experience in handling Legal work in a Government Department/PSU. (Note: DTC requires 1 year experience with Advocate + enrolled with Bar Council + Hindi knowledge).
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 30 years (Age relaxations applicable).
- Pay Scale: ₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400 (Level-6) or ₹ 44,900 – ₹ 1,42,400 (Level-7) depending on the department.
🏗️ 2. Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Post Code: 802/26)
- Educational Qualification: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or its equivalent.
- Experience Required: Nil (Freshers can apply!).
- Age Limit: DJB: Not exceeding 30 years. DAMB: 18 – 35 years.
- Pay Scale: ₹ 44,900 – ₹ 1,42,400 (Pay Level-7) / Group ‘B’.
🛠️ 3. Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Code: 803/26)
- Educational Qualification (DJB): Degree in Civil Engineering OR Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering + Two years’ experience in planning, execution, and maintenance of civil engineering works.
- Educational Qualification (NDMC): Three years Diploma in Civil Engineering (No experience mentioned).
- Age Limit: DJB: Not exceeding 30 years. NDMC: 18 – 32 years.
- Pay Scale: ₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400 (Pay Level-6) / Group ‘B’ & ‘C’.
📁 4. Grade-II / Assistant Section Officer (Post Code: 804/26)
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized University. (DUSIB & DPCC additionally ask for Computer Proficiency/Knowledge).
- Experience Required: Nil.
- Age Limit: Services Dept: 21 – 30 years. DPCC & DUSIB: Not exceeding 30 years.
- Pay Scale: ₹ 44,900 – ₹ 1,42,400 (Pay Level-7) / Group ‘B’.
⚔️ Examination Scheme & Syllabus
The selection process involves highly competitive Computer Based Tests (CBT). Depending on the post, it will be a One-Tier or Two-Tier examination. Below are the exhaustive details:
➤ For Legal Assistant (Post Code: 801/26) – TWO TIER (Technical)
| Tier | Duration & Marks | Syllabus Breakdown |
| Tier-I (Screening) |
2 Hours 200 MCQs 200 Marks |
Section A (100 Marks): General Awareness (20), General Intelligence & Reasoning (20), Arithmetical & Numerical Ability (20), Hindi Language (20), English Language (20). Section B (100 Marks): Subject specific (Law) MCQs. |
| Tier-II (Mains) |
3 Hours 200 MCQs 300 Marks |
Part I (100 Marks): Subject specific MCQs (100 Qs of 1 Mark each). Part II (200 Marks): 100 MCQs of 2 Marks each. Evaluates application of concepts, problem-solving, theoretical aspects related to technical/domain knowledge. |
➤ For AE (Civil) & JE (Civil) (Post Code: 802/26 & 803/26) – ONE TIER (Technical)
| Tier | Duration & Marks | Syllabus Breakdown |
| One Tier Technical |
3 Hours 200 MCQs 300 Marks |
Section A (100 Marks): General Awareness, Intelligence & Reasoning, Arithmetic, Hindi Language, English Language (20 Marks each). (1 Mark per Q). Section B (200 Marks): 100 MCQs of 2 Marks each to evaluate ability for application of concepts, problem-solving, and domain knowledge of Civil Engineering. |
➤ For Grade-II / ASO (Post Code: 804/26) – TWO TIER (General)
| Tier | Duration & Marks | Syllabus Breakdown |
| Tier-I (Screening) |
2 Hours 200 MCQs 200 Marks |
General Awareness, Intelligence & Reasoning, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, Hindi Language, English Language (40 Marks each). |
| Tier-II (Mains) |
3 Hours 200 MCQs + Desc. 300 Marks |
Part I (200 Marks MCQ): Gen. Awareness, Intelligence & Reasoning, Arithmetic, English Language, Computer Proficiency (40 Marks each). Part II (100 Marks Descriptive): Essay in English (50 Marks), Letter/Application writing in English (25 Marks), Precis writing/Summarizing in English (25 Marks). |
🛑 Negative Marking Rule:
Negative Marking will be applicable. A deduction of 0.25 marks will be made for each wrong 1-mark MCQ answer, and 0.50 marks for each wrong 2-mark MCQ answer.
💸 Application Fee
- ✅ General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹ 100/- (One Hundred Only).
- ✅ Women Candidates (All Categories): Exempted (No Fee).
- ✅ SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Exempted (No Fee).
- Mode of Payment: Online via SBI e-pay only.
👨🦳 Age Relaxation Rules
- 🔹 SC / ST: 05 Years.
- 🔹 OBC (Delhi Only): 03 Years. (Outside Delhi OBCs treated as UR)
- 🔹 PwBD: 10 Years (15 yrs for SC/ST, 13 yrs for OBC).
- 🔹 Ex-Servicemen: Period of Military service + 3 years.
- 🔹 Departmental Candidates: Up to 5 years (Group B) / Up to 40 yrs of age (Group C).
📝 How to Apply Online on OARS Portal
Candidates must submit their application strictly via online mode through the DSSSB OARS portal. Follow these steps:
- Step 1: Registration: If you are a new user, visit dsssbonline.nic.in and click on “New Registration”. Register using your Class X roll number, Aadhar details, Email ID, and Mobile number.
- Step 2: Login: Login using your Registration ID (DOB + Class X Roll No + Year of Passing) and Password.
- Step 3: Apply for Post: Click on “Apply Online” and select the relevant Advt No. 01/2026 and your desired Post Code (e.g., 802/26).
- Step 4: Fill Details: Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
- Step 5: Upload Documents: Upload recent clear color photograph (must have full face, front view, eyes open) and scanned signatures as per the prescribed format.
- Step 6: Pay Fee & Submit: Pay the Rs. 100 fee via SBI e-pay (if applicable). Verify all details using ‘Preview’ and click ‘Final Submit’. No changes are allowed after final submission!
⚠️ Post Preferences: Candidates must exercise department/post preferences at the time of online calling of e-dossiers. Once exercised, preferences are FINAL and IRREVERSIBLE.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for DSSSB Advt 01/2026?
The online application portal opens on 24th February 2026 and closes on 25th March 2026 (till 11:59 PM).
Q2. Can candidates from outside Delhi claim OBC reservation?
No. Only OBC candidates certified by the Govt. of NCT of Delhi are eligible for OBC reservation and age relaxation. OBC (Outside Delhi) candidates will be treated as Un-reserved (UR) candidates.
Q3. What is the exam pattern for Assistant Section Officer (Grade-II)?
The ASO exam involves a Two-Tier system. Tier-I is a 200 marks screening test. Tier-II consists of 200 marks objective MCQs and 100 marks Descriptive paper (Essay, Letter, Precis in English). Total Mains marks: 300.
Q4. Is there negative marking in DSSSB 2026 exams?
Yes, negative marking is strictly applicable. A deduction of 0.25 marks is made for each wrong answer in 1-mark questions, and 0.50 marks deduction for each wrong answer in 2-mark questions.
Q5. Are B.Tech freshers eligible for Assistant Engineer (Civil) posts?
Yes! Candidates with a Degree in Civil Engineering can apply for Assistant Engineer (Civil) post. No prior experience is stated as essential for this post in DJB or DAMB.
Disclaimer: All information provided is based on the official notification (Advt No. 01/2026) released by DSSSB. Candidates are advised to visit the official website dsssbonline.nic.in for final verification and to read the RRs carefully.
Vinit Rajput is the Founder of GovtRank.com. He is an education news analyst from Khatauli, Muzaffarnagar with 5+ years of experience in tracking government job notifications. He specializes in verifying official circulars and simplifying them for students.
