DSSSB 2026: Tier 1 & 2 Pattern, Posts, Eligibility & Prep
DSSSB 2026 guide covering the one-tier and two-tier exam pattern, the wide range of Delhi government posts, eligibility, syllabus, cutoff framing and a prep plan, with the official DSSSB portal named as the binding source for live numbers.
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As of 8 June 2026, the DSSSB 2026 notification dates, post list, and vacancy counts are not confirmed here, so treat every date and number on this page as last-cycle-based or estimated and verify each on the official DSSSB portal, which is the binding source. The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board recruits for a wide spread of Delhi government posts, from teaching to clerical to technical, making it one of the most varied recruitment boards.
This guide covers the tier structure, the post range, eligibility, syllabus, an honest cutoff framing, and a study plan. Numbers that change between cycles are labelled.
DSSSB 2026 Status and Source Discipline
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board conducts DSSSB recruitment. The recruitment family is stable; the date sheet, post list, and vacancies change with each advertisement and appear only in the official notification, which you should confirm on the official DSSSB portal.
| Item | What to confirm in the official notice |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | The specific advertisement and post code |
| Posts and vacancies | The post list and department-wise vacancies |
| Tier scheme | Whether the post uses one tier or two tiers |
| Age and education | Post-wise age band and qualification |
| Exam window | The Computer Based Test schedule |
DSSSB Exam Pattern (Last-Cycle Basis)
DSSSB uses a one-tier or two-tier scheme depending on the post. The objective Computer Based Test commonly has two parts.
Section A (General, common)
| Section | Focus |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | static GK and current affairs |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | analogy, series, coding, non-verbal |
| Arithmetical and Numerical Ability | arithmetic and basic maths |
| Test of Hindi Language | grammar and comprehension |
| Test of English Language | grammar and comprehension |
Section B (Post-specific)
For technical and teaching posts, a subject and, for teaching posts, a pedagogy section. This is the decisive component for those roles. Confirm the exact split and marks for your post in the notice.
- Negative marking applies in recent cycles; confirm the value
- The tier scheme and section weighting depend on the post
DSSSB Post Range (Indicative)
| Post type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Teaching | TGT, PGT, PRT, Assistant Teacher |
| Clerical | Junior Clerk, LDC, Assistant |
| Technical | Junior Engineer, Lab Assistant, and others |
| Group roles | various group B and group C posts |
The exact posts and vacancies vary by advertisement and are confirmed only in the official notice.
Eligibility (Verify in the 2026 Notice)
| Post type | Common qualification (verify) |
|---|---|
| Teaching | Graduation or post-graduation plus B.Ed as per post |
| Clerical | Senior secondary or graduation plus typing where required |
| Technical | Relevant diploma or degree |
| Group roles | Matriculation to graduation depending on post |
Eligibility is highly post-dependent. Apply only for posts whose exact qualification you meet, and compute age on the cut-off date in the notice.
Syllabus and Strategy
General Sections
General awareness, reasoning, numerical ability, Hindi, and English at the post level. The aptitude preparation transfers across many DSSSB posts.
Post-Specific Section
For teaching posts, prepare the subject content plus pedagogy thoroughly, since this section decides selection. For technical posts, revise your discipline.
Cutoff Framing: Read It Honestly
DSSSB cut-offs are released per advertisement and vary widely by post and category.
Data note as of 8 June 2026: DSSSB 2026 cut-offs are not yet available. Past post-wise cut-offs vary widely and should be treated as candidate-reported and indicative only. Confirm the official result on the official DSSSB portal, which is binding.
Because each post has its own vacancies and applicant pool, target the highest realistic score rather than anchoring on a single number.
Selection Process: Stage by Stage
- Computer Based Test: one or two tiers depending on the post.
- Skill or typing test: for posts that require it, usually qualifying.
- Document verification: education, post qualification, age, and category.
A Practical Preparation Plan
| Phase | Focus | Daily hours |
|---|---|---|
| Weeks 1 to 4 | General sections plus post-specific foundations | 4 to 5 |
| Weeks 5 to 8 | Post-specific subject and pedagogy depth | 5 to 6 |
| Weeks 9 onward | Full mocks twice a week, error log | 5 to 6 |
Common Reasons Candidates Lose the Cycle
- Under-preparing the post-specific section. It decides selection for teaching and technical posts.
- Wrong qualification match. Eligibility is post-dependent; a mismatch fails at verification.
- Ignoring the typing or skill test. Qualifying for relevant posts.
- Planning against tentative dates. Confirm dates on the official DSSSB portal.
Related Government Exam Guides
- CTET 2026, the teacher eligibility prerequisite for many teaching posts
- SSC CHSL Papers 2026, a comparable clerical track
- ESIC UDC 2026, another central clerical track
- Government Exams 2026 Calendar, the portal-watch hub
FAQ, DSSSB 2026
Q: Does DSSSB recruit teachers? A: Yes, TGT, PGT, PRT, and assistant teacher posts are a major part of DSSSB recruitment, alongside many other roles.
Q: Is the eligibility the same for all posts? A: No. It varies widely by post, from matriculation to graduation plus B.Ed. Confirm your post's clause on the official DSSSB portal.
Q: Which section decides teaching-post selection? A: The post-specific subject and pedagogy section. Prepare it deeply.
Q: When is DSSSB 2026? A: The 2026 dates are not confirmed here. Confirm the schedule on the official DSSSB portal.
Use this guide for planning only. Confirm every live number on the official DSSSB portal at dsssb.delhi.gov.in.
Sources and review notesreviewed 8 Jun 2026
Official notices, candidate reports, offer documents, and editorial practice questions carry different confidence levels. The visible source list lets you inspect the evidence instead of relying on a blanket verification badge.
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