DSSSB Recruitment 2026 — Teacher, JE, Clerk, Pharmacist Posts, Exam Pattern & Delhi Salary
Complete guide to DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board). Posts covered, eligibility by role, exam pattern, Delhi government salary benefits, and advantages of working in the capital.
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board handles recruitment for the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi — one of the largest urban government employers in the country. DSSSB is particularly known for teacher recruitment (the largest volume category), but it fills posts across dozens of departments. If you want a government job and have the option to be based in Delhi, DSSSB is worth serious attention.
What is DSSSB?
DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board) is the Delhi government's recruitment body, equivalent to what SSC does for the Central Government but specifically for Delhi Government departments, autonomous bodies, and Delhi Municipal Corporation.
Key employing bodies under DSSSB:
- GNCT of Delhi (Delhi Government departments) — Education, Health, Finance, Revenue, etc.
- Delhi Municipal Corporation (MCD) — Post-merger of the three MCDs
- New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) — South/Central Delhi areas
- Delhi Development Authority (DDA) — Housing and urban development
- Delhi Jal Board — Water supply
- Delhi Cantonment Board
Posts Recruited by DSSSB
DSSSB recruits for a wide range of posts. Here's an overview by category:
Teaching Posts (Largest Volume)
| Post | Level | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher (PRT) | Primary (Class 1–5) | Graduation + D.El.Ed/B.Ed + CTET Paper I |
| Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) | Middle (Class 6–10) | Graduation in subject + B.Ed + CTET Paper II |
| Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) | Senior (Class 11–12) | Post-graduation in subject + B.Ed |
| Nursery Teacher (NTT) | Pre-primary | D.El.Ed (Nursery) |
| Special Education Teacher | Inclusive classes | B.Ed Special Education |
Technical Posts
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Diploma or B.E. in Civil |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Diploma or B.E. in Electrical |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | Diploma or B.E. in Mechanical |
| Assistant Engineer (AE) | B.E. in relevant stream |
| Drawing Inspector | Diploma Civil + related |
Health and Paramedical Posts
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Pharmacist | D.Pharma / B.Pharma |
| Lab Technician | BSc MLT / DMLT |
| Radiographer | BSc Radiography or Diploma |
| Junior Radiographer | Diploma |
| Dental Hygienist | Dental Hygiene diploma |
| Ward Boy/Aya | 10th pass |
| Veterinary Stock Assistant | BSc Veterinary or equivalent |
Administrative and Clerical Posts
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 12th pass + typing speed |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Graduation |
| Stenographer Grade D | 12th + Stenography skill |
| Patwari | Graduation (varies) |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 12th + typing |
| Accounts Assistant | B.Com / graduation |
Specialist Posts
- Legal Assistant — LLB
- Librarian — BLIS/MLIS
- Assistant Superintendent — Graduation
- Welfare Officer — MSW/MBA HR
Exam Pattern
DSSSB uses a One Tier or Two Tier system depending on the post:
One-Tier Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) — for in-service candidates (internal)
One-Tier (for most Group C posts)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 20 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 |
| Arithmetical and Numerical Ability | 20 |
| Hindi Language and Comprehension | 20 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 20 |
| Subject Knowledge (post-specific) | 100 |
| Total | 200 |
Two-Tier (for Group B posts — JEs, Assistant Engineers, PGTs)
Tier I: General (non-technical) paper — 200 marks, similar to above but without subject paper. Tier II: Subject-specific technical/domain paper — 200 marks.Only candidates who clear Tier I are called for Tier II. Final merit is based on combined score.
Skill Test (where applicable)
For LDC and Steno posts: Typing test and stenography test after written exam.
For JE posts with Computer Knowledge component: Computer-based skill test in some cycles.
Salary in Delhi Government
Delhi government employees benefit from pay levels similar to Central Government 7th CPC scales, but there's an important addition — Delhi Government employees receive HRA at higher rates because Delhi is classified as a high-cost city.
Selected Post Salaries
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay | Gross In-Hand (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRT (Teacher) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹70,000–₹85,000 |
| TGT (Teacher) | Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | ₹75,000–₹90,000 |
| PGT (Teacher) | Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | ₹75,000–₹95,000 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ₹55,000–₹65,000 |
| LDC | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | ₹32,000–₹40,000 |
| Pharmacist | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | ₹45,000–₹55,000 |
| Steno Grade D | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | ₹40,000–₹50,000 |
Benefits of Working in Delhi Government
Working in a Delhi government job has advantages beyond the pay that are often underestimated:
Housing Board and accommodation: GNCT has housing schemes and employee quarters in various parts of Delhi. Waiting periods exist but allocated quarters in Dwarka, Rohini, and East Delhi are well-maintained. CGHS equivalent — Delhi DGHS: Delhi government employees have access to Delhi DGHS (Directorate General of Health Services) empanelled hospitals. Health coverage for self and family. Children's education: Delhi government schools where parents are teachers naturally have access to quality schooling (the Delhi government school system has significantly improved). Kendriya Vidyalayas and Delhi government schools are both accessible. Career in a world-class city: Access to national-level cultural events, professional networking, specialised training, and connectivity that smaller postings don't offer. No remote posting: Unlike Central Government or defence jobs, DSSSB employees are posted within Delhi-NCR. If staying near family in Delhi is a priority, this is a major advantage.Track all DSSSB notifications at SarkariNaukriHub — vacancy announcements, exam date schedules, and syllabus PDFs are available there. DSSSB often releases large notification batches that fill up quickly.