DSSSB 2026: Overview and Quick Snapshot

1,979 vacancies are now open under DSSSB Advertisement No. 03/2026, making this one of the largest single releases by the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board this year. The DSSSB JSA Cyber Forensic vacancy OBC 2026 alone accounts for 81 seats – the single biggest technical post in this notification. Posts span the Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Education, New Delhi Municipal Council, IT Department, Labour Department, and Delhi Archives, covering Group B and Group C cadres. Minimum qualification ranges from Class 10 with ITI (Lift Operator) to Master’s degree (all JSA posts), making this notification relevant to a wide candidate base across Delhi.

Based on official notification No. F.1(445)/P&P/DSSSB/2026/Advt./4829 by DSSSB. Verified: June 2026.

Quick Eligibility Check

The OBC (Delhi) certificate rule is the most commonly missed eligibility barrier in DSSSB recruitments – candidates holding OBC certificates from other states must confirm Delhi-specific entitlement before selecting the OBC category.

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Important Dates

The DSSSB portal dsssbonline.nic.in typically experiences high traffic in the final 48 hours before closing; submitting your application by 10 July reduces risk of payment gateway failures. Fee payment is only accepted through SBI ePay – keep net banking or UPI ready before you begin.

Vacancy and Category Analysis

TGT Computer Science (Post 41/26) dominates with 675 seats – the largest single post in this notification. Notably, the OBC column for this post shows zero vacancies, meaning all OBC Computer Science graduates compete under either UR or their own reserved pool as per roster allocation confirmed by the indenting department. Special Educator (Primary) offers the healthiest OBC opportunity with 121 seats. PwBD candidates are allocated 84 seats across various posts, though Crime Scene/DMFU (29/26) is identified as not suitable for most PwBD sub-categories.

With 1,979 total vacancies and approximately 8–12 lakh expected applicants based on DSSSB’s 2024 multi-post advertisement response, the selection ratio for technical posts stands at roughly 1 in 100–150 for UR candidates. OBC candidates face comparatively lower competition in Special Educator Primary (121 OBC seats) and Domestic Science Teacher (49 OBC seats – the highest OBC share proportionally at 38%) due to the subject-specific qualification barrier reducing the effective applicant pool significantly.

Salary and In-Hand Calculation

Taking JSA posts (Pay Level 5, Basic ₹29,200) as the primary example for in-hand calculation: NPS deduction is approximately ₹2,920 (10% of basic); DA at current 55% of basic adds approximately ₹16,060; HRA for Delhi (X-class city) at 27% of basic adds ₹7,884; TA is approximately ₹3,600 for Level 5. After NPS and employee ESI/CGHS contributions of approximately ₹1,500, approximate in-hand take-home is ₹36,000–₹39,000 per month for JSA posts posted in Delhi.

Compared to a Central Secretariat Assistant (Pay Level 6) which offers approximately ₹42,000–₹44,000 in-hand, JSA Pay Level 5 posts offer ₹4,000–₹6,000 less per month due to the one-level difference in pay band, though both carry identical Delhi HRA benefit as posting is within NCT.

Application Fee

DSSSB exclusively accepts payment through SBI ePay; attempting payment via other UPI apps or bank portals outside this gateway will result in the fee being forfeited without application confirmation. Fees once paid are non-refundable under any circumstances.

Age Limit

Age calculation example for JSA posts: The cut-off date is 15 July 2026. A candidate born on 15 July 1999 is exactly 27 years old on that date and is eligible for the UR category upper age limit. An OBC (Delhi) candidate born on 15 July 1996 would be 30 years old but eligible with the 3-year OBC relaxation. TGT Special Education (43/26) additionally grants 10 years of general age relaxation to women candidates, making the effective upper limit 40 years for general women applicants.

Eligibility Criteria

The most common eligibility error for TGT Computer Science is assuming B.Ed is required – this notification does not list B.Ed as essential, unlike some state-level TGT recruitments. Final year students are not eligible; all qualifications must be complete by the cut-off date of 15 July 2026. Equivalent qualifications are relaxable at the Competent Authority’s discretion, but candidates should not assume equivalence without written confirmation.

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Selection Process

One Tier (General) – Posts 34/26, 39/26, 40/26

A 2-hour Computer Based Test with 200 MCQs worth 200 marks covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, Hindi, and English (40 marks each). This is purely merit-based with no separate qualifying cutoff per section; the final merit list is based on total score. Focus your preparation equally across all five sections as none can be ignored.

One Tier (Technical) – JSA, Fitter, Lift Operator, Sub Station Apprentice, Electrical Overseer, and other technical posts

200 questions over 2 hours split into Section A (100 marks: General subjects) and Section B (100 marks: Subject-specific domain). Section B carries a mandatory minimum qualifying mark; Section A has no minimum but combined marks determine final merit. Prioritise Section B heavily – scoring below the domain cutoff eliminates a candidate even with a high Section A score.

One Tier (Technical/Teaching) – TGT and Special Educator posts

Same 200-mark structure as Technical tier but Section B includes questions on teaching methodology and B.Ed content alongside subject knowledge. RCI and CTET qualification verification happens at the e-dossier stage, not during the exam.

Your first 7 days after applying:

1. Save your application confirmation number and take a printout of the submitted form immediately.
2. For JSA posts, begin mapping your Master’s degree subjects to the specific specialisation you applied for – the e-dossier check is strict on subject match.
3. For Special Educator posts, ensure your RCI registration certificate is current and not expired before the exam date.
4. Bookmark dsssb.delhi.gov.in and check every 2–3 days for admit card notices and exam schedule announcements.
5. For IT Assistant, practise typing speed to maintain 8,000 key depressions/hour – the Aptitude Test is qualifying in nature.

Exam Syllabus

How to Apply

1. Visit dsssbonline.nic.in and complete one-time registration if not already registered; save the user ID and password carefully.
2. Log in and select the specific post code you wish to apply for (e.g., 28/26 for JSA Cyber Forensic).
3. Fill in personal details, educational qualification, and category information accurately – no corrections are permitted after submission.
4. Upload a recent passport-size photograph with white or off-white background, full face, eyes open; blurred photos will lead to rejection.
5. Upload signature scan in black ink on white paper.
6. Select your category carefully – OBC candidates must confirm Delhi OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate dated on or after 01/04/2026 is in hand.
7. Pay the application fee (₹100 for General/OBC/EWS male) exclusively through SBI ePay.
8. Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approximate in-hand salary for DSSSB JSA posts after all deductions?

Approximately ₹36,000–₹39,000 per month for JSA posts at Pay Level 5 (Basic ₹29,200) after NPS (~10%), standard CGHS contribution, and accounting for Delhi X-class HRA at 27%. Gross pay before deductions is approximately ₹40,000–₹44,000. Candidates posted in Delhi receive the full X-class HRA benefit, which alone adds ₹7,884 per month.

What is the last date to apply and where do I submit the application?

The closing date is 15 July 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications are accepted exclusively through dsssbonline.nic.in – no other mode including post, email, or hand delivery is accepted. Submitting before 10 July is advisable to avoid portal congestion near the deadline.

How many total vacancies are there and which post has the most seats?

There are 1,979 total vacancies across 25 post codes. TGT Computer Science (Post 41/26) has the highest count at 675 seats, followed by Special Educator Primary at 450 seats. JSA Cyber Forensic is the largest single technical post with 81 vacancies.

Is a Master’s degree mandatory for all JSA posts, or is a Bachelor’s degree sufficient?

Master’s degree is mandatory for all 11 JSA specialisations in this notification. The only exception is JSA Cyber Forensic (28/26), which also accepts B.E./B.Tech in CS, IT, or ECE. A standalone Bachelor’s degree does not qualify for any other JSA post.

What is the age limit and relaxation for OBC candidates applying for JSA posts?

General upper age limit for JSA posts is 27 years as of the cut-off date 15 July 2026. OBC (Delhi) candidates receive 3 years of relaxation, making the effective upper limit 30 years. SC/ST candidates receive 5 years (limit: 32 years) and PwBD candidates receive 10 years relaxation.

Is CTET qualification required for TGT Computer Science (Post 41/26)?

The official notification does not list CTET as an essential qualification for TGT Computer Science (Post 41/26) – unlike the Special Education Teacher posts where CTET is explicitly mandatory. Candidates should verify this against the Recruitment Rules of the Directorate of Education before applying.

Are OBC candidates from outside Delhi eligible for the OBC reserved category in DSSSB?

Candidates holding OBC certificates issued outside Delhi are eligible only if that certificate was issued based on an OBC (Delhi) certificate held by their father, siblings, or real paternal uncles who resided in Delhi before 8 September 1993. All other outside-Delhi OBC holders must apply under the UR (unreserved) category.