DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Out for 641 Personal Assistant and Other Posts
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Last Updated: 30 September 2026
Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the Combined Examination 2026 for recruitment to the posts of Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon. The recruitment is being conducted for vacancies in the District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts of Delhi.
A total of 641 vacancies have been notified under DSSSB Recruitment 2026. The online application process will begin on 6 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon and the last date to submit the application form is 4 November 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
DSSSB Notification 2026
The detailed DSSSB Notification 2026 under Advt. No. 04/2026 has been released, with complete details at https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/. The notification includes complete details, including eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, salary structure, application process details, and much more.
DSSSB Notification 2026 (Advt 04/2026) PDF- Click to Download
DSSSB Recruitment 2026- Summary
Candidates applying for the DSSSB Vacancy 2026 must ensure they fulfil the required eligibility criteria. The selection of candidates will be based Tier-I, Tier-II, Skill Test and Interview (as per post), and document verification.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Recruitment | DSSSB Combined Examination 2026 |
| Posts | Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon |
| Departments | District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts |
| Total Vacancies | 641 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Dates | 6 October to 4 November 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Selection Process | Tier-I, Tier-II, Skill Test and Interview |
| Official Website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
DSSSB Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The online applications for DSSSB vacancies will start on 6 October 2026 at the official website www.dsssb.delhi.gov.in, and the last date to fill the application form is 4 November 2026 (11 pm). Candidates must mark the registration dates on the calendar so as not to miss out on the opportunity.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 6 October 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 November 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Examination Date | To be notified |
| Interview/Skill Test Date | To be notified |
DSSSB Vacancy 2026
DSSSB has announced 641 vacancies under Advertisement No. 04/2026. These vacancies include backlog vacancies and are distributed among UR, OBC, SC, ST and EWS categories.
Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy
| Post Code | Post Name | Department | Pay Level | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 805/26 | Senior Personal Assistant | District & Sessions Courts | 8 | 10 | 08 | 03 | 05 | 01 | 27 |
| 805/26 | Personal Assistant | District & Sessions Courts | 7 | 37 | 52 | 49 | 37 | 14 | 189 |
| 805/26 | Personal Assistant | Family Courts | 7 | 06 | 04 | 02 | 03 | 02 | 17 |
| 806/26 | Junior Judicial Assistant | District & Sessions Courts | 5 | 63 | 40 | 22 | 11 | 15 | 151 |
| 806/26 | Junior Judicial Assistant | Family Courts | 5 | 07 | 07 | 04 | 03 | 02 | 23 |
| 807/26 | Process Server | District & Sessions Courts | 4 | 38 | 25 | 13 | 06 | 09 | 91 |
| 807/26 | Process Server | Family Courts | 4 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| 808/26 | Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | District & Sessions Courts | 3 | 56 | 38 | 21 | 10 | 14 | 139 |
| 808/26 | Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | Family Courts | 3 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| Total | 217 | 176 | 116 | 75 | 57 | 641 |
DSSSB Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must be Indian citizens and must fulfil the educational qualification, age and other requirements prescribed for the particular post. The notification clearly states that eligibility varies between posts/departments, so candidates should check the requirements of the post they wish to opt for.
DSSSB Educational Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Graduate with shorthand speed of at least 110 words per minute and typing speed of 40 words per minute |
| Personal Assistant | Graduate with shorthand speed of 100 words per minute, typing speed of 40 words per minute and knowledge of computer |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Graduate with typing speed of at least 40 words per minute on computer |
| Process Server | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised board or Higher Secondary with LMV driving licence and 2 years of unblemished driving experience |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised board |
DSSSB Age Limit 2026
The prescribed age limit for the posts is 18 to 27 years. The age will be calculated as on 1 June 2026.
Candidates must have been born not earlier than 2 June 1999 and not later than 1 June 2008.
DSSSB Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD + UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Period of military service + 3 years, maximum up to 55 years |
DSSSB Application Form 2026
Eligible candidates can submit the DSSSB Recruitment 2026 application form online through the official DSSSB application portal. Registration with DSSSB is a one-time process, and the same user ID and password can be used for subsequent DSSSB examinations.
The application window will remain open from 6 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon to 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM. Only online applications will be accepted.
DSSSB Vacancy 2026 Application Fees
The candidate must submit the application fee while filling out their application form; the fee details have been provided in the table below:
| Category | Application Fees |
| General | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
DSSSB Selection Process 2026
The selection process differs according to the post. DSSSB and the Delhi District Courts will conduct the respective stages mentioned in the examination scheme.
| Post | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Tier-I MCQ → Tier-II Descriptive Test → Tier-III Skill Test → Interview |
| Personal Assistant | Tier-I MCQ → Tier-II Descriptive Test → Tier-III Skill Test → Interview |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Tier-I MCQ → Tier-II Descriptive Test → Tier-III Typing Test → Interview |
| Process Server | Tier-I MCQ → Driving/Skill Test → Interview |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | Tier-I MCQ → Interview |
DSSSB Exam Pattern 2026
Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Tier-I | 90 MCQs, 90 Marks, 90 Minutes |
| Tier-II | Descriptive English Test, 75 Marks, 90 Minutes |
| Tier-III | Shorthand + Typing Skill Test |
| Tier-IV | Interview – 10 Marks |
Tier-I consists of General English & Comprehension (50 marks), General Knowledge including Current Affairs (20 marks) and General Intelligence (20 marks).
The Tier-II descriptive test includes:
- Essay – 250 words – 30 marks
- Grammar – 25 marks
- Translation – 20 words – 20 marks
- For Senior Personal Assistant, the shorthand requirement is 110 wpm, while for Personal Assistant it is 100 wpm. The typing requirement for both is 40 wpm.
Junior Judicial Assistant
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Tier-I | 120 MCQs, 120 Marks, 120 Minutes |
| Tier-II | Descriptive English Test, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes |
| Tier-III | Typing Test at 40 wpm |
| Tier-IV | Interview – 15 Marks |
Tier-I includes General English & Comprehension (60 marks), General Knowledge including Current Affairs (30 marks) and General Intelligence (30 marks).
The Tier-II test includes Essay of 300 words (50 marks), Grammar (30 marks) and Translation of 25 words (20 marks).
Process Server
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Tier-I | 100 MCQs, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes |
| Tier-II | Driving/Skill Test |
| Tier-III | Interview – 15 Marks |
The Tier-I paper consists of:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge including Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The driving test is qualifying in nature and is conducted under real traffic conditions.
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Tier-I | 100 MCQs, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes |
| Tier-II | Interview – 15 Marks |
Tier-I consists of English, Hindi, General Knowledge including Current Affairs and Arithmetic, with 25 questions and 25 marks from each subject.
DSSSB Negative Marking 2026
Each MCQ carries 1 mark, and 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. The minimum qualifying marks are:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 50% |
| OBC (Delhi)/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM | 45% |
DSSSB Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026- Click to Check
DSSSB Previous Year Question Papers- Click to Download
DSSSB Salary 2026
The notification mentions the following pay scales and pay levels for the advertised posts:
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale Mentioned in Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Level 8 | ₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,800 |
| Personal Assistant | Level 7 | ₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,600 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Level 5 | ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,800 |
| Process Server | Level 4 | ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,400 |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | Level 3 | ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 |
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