DSSSB Advt 05/2026 Recruitment notification has been officially published by the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB). Released under Advertisement No. 05/2026, this recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible 10th-pass candidates for 25 Group ‘C’ vacancies comprising Sweeper / Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar in the District & Sessions Courts, Delhi.
The online registration portal opens on October 13, 2026 (12:00 Noon) and will remain active until November 11, 2026 (11:00 PM) on the official board website dsssbonline.nic.in.
Below is the verified, authentic, and step-by-step breakdown covering post codes, category-wise vacancies, age limits, pay scale, examination structure, syllabus, and online application guidelines.
Quick Overview: Delhi District Courts Advt 05/2026
| Parameter | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Department / User Office | Office of the Principal District & Sessions Judge (HQ), Delhi Courts |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 05/2026 |
| Name of Posts | Sweeper / Safai Karamchari (Post Code 46/26) & Chowkidar (Post Code 47/26) |
| Total Vacancies | 25 Posts |
| Classification | Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Pay Matrix Level 3 / Pay Band ₹5,200 – ₹20,200/- + Grade Pay ₹2,000/- |
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent from a recognized board |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 Years (as on June 1, 2026) + Category Relaxations |
| Application Mode | 100% Online via dsssbonline.nic.in |
| Online Application Window | October 13, 2026 (12:00 Noon) to November 11, 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Official Websites | dsssb.delhi.gov.in & dsssbonline.nic.in |
Important Dates & Event Schedule
Candidates must track these dates strictly to ensure on-time form submission:
- Official Advertisement Date: October 9, 2026
- Online Registration Starting Date: October 13, 2026 (from 12:00 Noon)
- Closing Date for Online Application & Fee: November 11, 2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
- Admit Card Release Date: To be announced 7–10 days before the examination
- Written Examination (MCQ CBT / OMR): To be notified on the DSSSB portal
Post-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup
The 25 vacancies in the District & Sessions Courts of Delhi are distributed as follows:
| Post Code | Name of Post | Department | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total Posts | PwBD / ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46/26 | Sweeper / Safai Karamchari | District & Sessions Courts | 04 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 10 | As per rules |
| 47/26 | Chowkidar | District & Sessions Courts | 07 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 15 | As per rules |
| Total | — | — | 11 | 07 | 03 | 02 | 02 | 25 | — |
(Salary includes basic pay, Dearness Allowance [DA], House Rent Allowance [HRA], Transport Allowance [TA], and other benefits applicable to Delhi Government / District Court staff).
Eligibility Criteria: Education & Age Limits
1. Educational Qualification (As on November 11, 2026)
- Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or Institution.
- Desirable / Experience: No prior experience is required; freshers meeting the age and educational criteria are fully eligible.
2. Age Limit (Crucial Cut-Off Date: June 1, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years (Candidate must not have been born earlier than 02.06.1999 and not later than 01.06.2008).
- Permissible Upper Age Relaxations:
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years (Up to 32 Years)
- OBC Candidates (Delhi Domicile only): 3 Years (Up to 30 Years)
- PwBD Candidates: 10 Years (15 years for SC/ST, 13 years for OBC)
- Ex-Servicemen: Military service period plus 3 years.
- Departmental Candidates (Govt of NCT of Delhi / District Courts): Up to 40 years of age as per extant guidelines.
Important Note for OBC Candidates: Only OBC candidates possessing an OBC certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of NCT of Delhi are eligible for reservation benefits. Candidates holding OBC certificates issued by other states will be considered under the Unreserved (UR) category.
Selection Process & Scheme of Examination
The selection methodology for both Sweeper and Chowkidar posts consists of two stages:
[ Stage 1: Objective Multiple Choice Test (MCQ Exam - 100 Marks) ]
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[ Stage 2: Interview Round (15 Marks) ]
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[ Stage 3: Verification of Documents & Medical Fitness Check ]
Stage 1: Written Examination (Objective MCQ Test)
- Total Questions: 100 Objective Questions
- Total Marks: 100 Marks
- Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 Marks deducted for each incorrect answer (1/4th negative marking).
- Medium of Exam: Bilingual (Hindi and English).
| Section | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General English | 25 | 25 |
| B | General Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| C | General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| D | Arithmetic / Basic Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| Total | — | 100 Questions | 100 Marks |
Stage 2: Interview (15 Marks)
Candidates qualifying in the written examination based on category-wise merit will be invited for an Interview carrying 15 marks. The final merit list will be prepared based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Written Examination and Interview.
Application Fee & Mode of Payment
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR), OBC, and EWS Male Candidates | ₹100/- |
| Women Candidates (All Categories) | Exempted (Nil) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen Candidates | Exempted (Nil) |
- Payment Mode: Fee must be paid exclusively online through SBI e-Pay using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure
Follow these instructions to submit your application on the DSSSB portal:
- Access DSSSB Online Portal: Open dsssbonline.nic.in in your web browser.
- One-Time Registration (OTRS): If applying for the first time, click on “Click for New Registration”. Register using your Class 10th Roll Number, Passing Year, Date of Birth, and Aadhaar Number.
- Log In to Dashboard: Log in with your registration credentials (DOB, 10th Roll Number, Year of Passing, and Password).
- Select Advt. No. 05/2026: In the active examinations list, locate Post Code 46/26 (Sweeper / Safai Karamchari) and/or Post Code 47/26 (Chowkidar) and click “Apply Now”.
- Fill Personal & Academic Details: Fill in communication address, category details, and 10th passing marks with Board name.
- Upload Scanned Media:
- Recent colored passport photo (Postcard size 5×7 inch with white background as specified by DSSSB OTRS).
- Clear signature on plain paper.
- Left thumb impression (LTI) and Right thumb impression (RTI).
- Submit & Pay Fee: Verify all details in the preview window, pay the ₹100 application fee online (exempted categories bypass this), and submit the form.
- Save Application PDF: Download and print the confirmation page containing the generated Application Number.
Important Direct Links
| Description | Direct Official Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (Advt. 05/2026 PDF) | Click Here to Download PDF Notice |
| DSSSB Online Application Portal (Registration & Login) | Click Here to Apply Online |
| DSSSB Main Official Website | Click Here to Visit dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
| Delhi District Courts Official Portal | delhidistrictcourts.nic.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies announced in DSSSB Advt 05/2026?
A total of 25 vacancies have been notified for Delhi District Courts, including 10 posts for Sweeper / Safai Karamchari (Post Code 46/26) and 15 posts for Chowkidar (Post Code 47/26).
Q2. What is the educational qualification required for these posts?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent from a recognized board. No additional technical qualification or experience is needed.
Q3. What is the age limit and crucial date for DSSSB Advt 05/2026?
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 27 years as of June 1, 2026. Permissible age relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC (Delhi), PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.
Q4. What is the selection process for Sweeper and Chowkidar vacancies?
Selection involves a 100-mark objective MCQ written examination followed by a 15-mark personal interview. Final selection is based on combined aggregate performance.
Q5. When does online registration start and end?
Online applications open on October 13, 2026 (12:00 Noon) and close on November 11, 2026 (11:00 PM) on dsssbonline.nic.in.
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