DSSSB Advertisement No. 03/2026 has opened 1,979 vacancies across teaching and non-teaching posts (post codes 21/26 to 45/26). The application window closes on July 15, 2026 at dsssb.delhi.gov.in. Before you fill the form, you need to be certain you meet the eligibility criteria — the wrong qualification or a missed age calculation can lead to disqualification even after the exam. This article covers every eligibility condition post-by-post, with the fee structure, domicile rules, and the exact documents you need.
Post-Wise Eligibility — Education Qualification and Age Limit
DSSSB 03/2026 covers both non-teaching (MTS, LDC, Head Clerk, Patwari, Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer) and teaching posts (TGT, Special Education Teacher). Each post has a specific educational requirement. Check the table carefully — your degree must be from a UGC-recognised university, and for technical posts, the Board/Council recognition of your institute matters.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (General) | Selection Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) | Matriculation (10th pass) from a recognised Board | 18–27 years | One-tier (Single paper MCQ) |
| LDC / Junior Clerk | 12th (Senior Secondary) pass from a recognised Board | 18–27 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
| Head Clerk | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University | 18–27 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
| Patwari | 12th pass + certificate/diploma in Patwari or Revenue work from a recognised institution | 18–27 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised institution/university | 18–27 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution/university | 18–27 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) | B.E. / B.Tech in the relevant discipline from a recognised university | 21–27 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | Graduation (in the relevant subject) from a recognised university + B.Ed from an NCTE-recognised institution | 18–32 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
| Special Education Teacher | Graduation + B.Ed (Special Education) OR D.Ed (Special Education) from an RCI-recognised institution | 18–32 years | Two-tier (Tier 1 + Tier 2) |
Age is calculated as on the cut-off date notified in the advertisement. Always check the official notification PDF for the exact cut-off date — it is typically the closing date of the application window (July 15, 2026 for this notification).
Age Relaxation — Category-Wise
Age relaxation applies over and above the upper age limit shown in the table above. The relaxation for SC/ST candidates of Delhi, OBC candidates of Delhi, PwD candidates, and Ex-Servicemen follows the GNCT Delhi Government norms. Note that these relaxations apply only to candidates belonging to Delhi-specific categories — candidates from other states claiming OBC must verify if Delhi's OBC list includes their caste.
| Category | Age Relaxation Allowed |
|---|---|
| SC / ST (Delhi) | +5 years over the upper age limit |
| OBC (Delhi Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years over the upper age limit |
| PwD (Persons with Disability) — General | +10 years over the upper age limit |
| PwD — SC / ST category | +15 years over the upper age limit |
| PwD — OBC category | +13 years over the upper age limit |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | Military service + 3 years, subject to max age of 45 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (General) | Up to 35 years (verify with notification) |
| DSSSB / Govt of Delhi regular employees | Varies by post — check notification PDF |
Application Fee
The fee is the same across all posts in Advertisement 03/2026. Payment is accepted online only — through debit card, credit card, or net banking via the DSSSB portal. The fee is non-refundable once submitted.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Nil (no fee) |
| PwD (all categories) | Nil (no fee) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil (no fee) |
| Women candidates (all categories) | Nil (no fee) |
Delhi Domicile — Not Required for Most Posts
This is the single most important thing to know before you apply: DSSSB does NOT require a Delhi domicile certificate for most posts. Many candidates from outside Delhi skip this recruitment assuming it is only for Delhi residents. That assumption is wrong.
DSSSB is a central-government-pattern board that recruits for the GNCT (Government of National Capital Territory) of Delhi. Posts under it are open to all Indian citizens unless the advertisement specifically states otherwise. Advertisement 03/2026 does not impose a Delhi domicile requirement on the general open-category posts.
Compare this to Haryana recruitment boards, which mandate Haryana domicile for many state-level posts. DSSSB's open-to-all nature makes it one of the more accessible government boards for candidates across India — especially those based in NCR (Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad) who consider Delhi government jobs but assume they are ineligible.
Physical Standards
For most posts in DSSSB 03/2026 — including MTS, LDC, Head Clerk, Patwari, and teaching posts — there are no prescribed physical standards. These are desk/classroom jobs and the selection is entirely written-test based.
For Junior Engineer and Assistant Engineer posts, no physical fitness test is required either. If any post within 03/2026 carries physical requirements, they will be explicitly stated in the post-specific instructions in the official notification. Always read the post-specific notes in the PDF before applying.
Documents Required at the Application Stage
At the time of filling the online form, you will need to upload scanned copies of the following. Upload quality matters — blurry or cropped images lead to form rejection during scrutiny.
- Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, 20–50 KB, white background)
- Signature (JPEG, 10–20 KB, on white paper with black/blue pen)
- 10th Marksheet / Certificate (for age proof)
- Highest qualifying education certificate and marksheet
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) — Delhi issued, if claiming reservation
- PwD certificate — issued by competent authority, if applicable
- Ex-Serviceman discharge certificate, if applicable
- B.Ed / D.Ed certificate (for teaching posts)
- Patwari training certificate (for Patwari post)
Documents Required at the Document Verification (DV) Stage
Candidates shortlisted after the written test are called for Document Verification. You must bring originals along with self-attested photocopies of all of the following:
| Document | Details / Notes |
|---|---|
| Identity Proof | Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence (any one) |
| Age Proof | 10th Marksheet, Birth Certificate, or School Leaving Certificate from a recognised Board |
| Education Certificates | All degree/diploma/certificate marksheets from 10th onwards — originals required for each |
| B.Ed / D.Ed Certificate | For TGT and Special Education Teacher posts — NCTE/RCI recognition of the institution must be verifiable |
| Patwari Training Certificate | For Patwari post — institution must be state-recognised for Revenue/Land Records training |
| Category Certificate | SC/ST/OBC-NCL — issued by Delhi Govt authority. NCL certificate must be within validity period. |
| PwD Certificate | Issued by Medical Board / SADAREM authority — must show disability percentage |
| Ex-SM Discharge Book | Along with PPO (Pension Payment Order) if applicable |
| Two Passport-Size Photos | Same specifications as the photo uploaded in the application |
| Print of Application Form | Final submitted application form printout |
How to Apply — Step-by-Step (dsssb.delhi.gov.in)
- Go to dsssb.delhi.gov.in → click "Recruitment" → "Advertisement No. 03/2026"
- Click "Apply Online" for the specific post code you want to apply for (21/26 to 45/26)
- Register with your mobile number and email ID — OTP verification required
- Fill in personal details: name, date of birth, category, address
- Enter your educational qualifications (institution, year of passing, percentage/CGPA)
- Upload photograph and signature in the specified format and size
- Upload required documents in PDF/JPEG format as specified
- Pay the application fee (₹100 for General/OBC Male) via online payment — Women/SC/ST/PwD/Ex-SM pay nil
- Review the filled form carefully before final submission — no edits allowed after submission
- Download and print the confirmation page with application number — keep it safe
Selection Process — One-Tier vs Two-Tier
DSSSB uses two different selection structures depending on the post. Understanding this upfront helps you plan your preparation.
| Post | Tier Structure | What Each Tier Tests |
|---|---|---|
| MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) | One-Tier | Single MCQ paper covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Arithmetic, English, Hindi. No Tier 2. |
| LDC / Junior Clerk | Two-Tier | Tier 1: General awareness + Reasoning + Arithmetic + English + Hindi (MCQ). Tier 2: Descriptive test (written) — English and Hindi writing skills tested. |
| Head Clerk | Two-Tier | Tier 1: Same as LDC. Tier 2: Descriptive test focused on drafting, summarising, official communication. |
| Patwari | Two-Tier | Tier 1: General subjects MCQ. Tier 2: Revenue work / Patwari-specific paper. |
| Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) | Two-Tier | Tier 1: General subjects MCQ. Tier 2: Engineering discipline-specific paper (Civil or Electrical). |
| Assistant Engineer | Two-Tier | Tier 1: General MCQ (technical awareness included). Tier 2: Advanced engineering discipline paper. |
| TGT | Two-Tier | Tier 1: General subjects MCQ. Tier 2: Subject-specific paper in the teaching subject (English, Science, Maths, Social Science, etc.) |
| Special Education Teacher | Two-Tier | Tier 1: General subjects MCQ. Tier 2: Special Education theory and pedagogy paper. |
All Tier 1 papers are OMR-based MCQ with negative marking (typically 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer). Tier 2 papers may be written/descriptive depending on the post. Check the official notification for exact marking schemes per post.
📚 DSSSB 2026 Syllabus — Full Tier 1 + Tier 2 Topic Breakdown — understand exactly what each tier paper covers before you start preparing.
Common Disqualification Reasons
Every year, candidates get disqualified at the document verification stage due to avoidable mistakes. Here are the most common reasons — read these carefully before you apply:
| Disqualification Reason | Details |
|---|---|
| Using a non-Delhi OBC certificate | Delhi OBC list differs from central OBC list. An OBC certificate issued by another state does not entitle you to OBC reservation in DSSSB. Check DSSSB's Delhi OBC list. |
| Expired OBC-NCL certificate | If your Non-Creamy Layer status certificate is older than 12 months, it will be rejected at DV. Renew it before the last date. |
| B.Ed from a non-NCTE-recognised college | Many private B.Ed colleges lack NCTE recognition. A B.Ed from a non-recognised college makes you ineligible for TGT. Verify your college's NCTE recognition at ncte.gov.in. |
| Patwari post without training certificate | Only 12th pass is not enough. Candidates applying for Patwari without the Revenue/Patwari training certificate are ineligible. |
| Multiple posts in one form | Each post code needs a separate application. Candidates who try to mention multiple posts in one form face outright rejection. |
| Incorrect date of birth entered | Age is a hard cut-off. Entering the wrong DOB — even accidentally — can result in disqualification without appeal. |
| Photograph/signature specification mismatch | Photos in colour backgrounds other than white, or signatures in pencil, are rejected at scrutiny. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Delhi domicile mandatory to apply for DSSSB 03/2026?
No. Delhi domicile is not required for the general open-category posts in DSSSB Advertisement 03/2026. Any Indian citizen who meets the educational and age criteria can apply. Candidates from UP, Haryana, Rajasthan, Bihar, and other states regularly qualify and join DSSSB. You only need Delhi-specific category certificates (SC/ST/OBC) if you are claiming category-based reservation under Delhi's lists.
Q: Can I apply for more than one post in DSSSB 03/2026?
Yes, you can apply for multiple posts, but each requires a completely separate online application and fee payment. DSSSB does not allow a single form to cover multiple post codes. If you are eligible for both LDC (Post Code 22/26) and Head Clerk (Post Code 23/26), you must submit two separate applications.
Q: I have a B.Ed from a university in another state. Am I eligible for TGT posts?
Yes, as long as your B.Ed is from an NCTE-recognised institution. NCTE recognition is national — it is not state-specific. Verify your college's recognition status at the NCTE website (ncte.gov.in). DSSSB checks NCTE recognition during document verification; if your college is not listed, your candidature will be rejected even if you passed the exam.
Q: What is the age limit for TGT posts in DSSSB 2026?
The general upper age limit for TGT and Special Education Teacher posts is 32 years (as of the cut-off date in the notification). This is higher than the 27-year limit for clerical/non-teaching posts. Applicable relaxations apply on top of this: SC/ST (+5), OBC (+3), PwD (+10/+13/+15 depending on category combination).
Q: I am a woman from Maharashtra in the General category. Do I pay the ₹100 fee?
No. Women candidates are fully fee-exempt regardless of category or domicile. This exemption applies to all women applying under DSSSB Advertisement 03/2026, whether they belong to General, OBC, SC, ST, or any other category.
Q: Is there a negative marking in DSSSB exams?
Yes. DSSSB Tier 1 papers carry negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer (1/4th of the marks for that question). This means for every 4 wrong answers, you lose 1 mark. Do not guess blindly — only attempt a question if you can eliminate at least one or two options confidently.
Q: My OBC certificate is 14 months old. Will it be accepted?
Unlikely. DSSSB typically requires the OBC Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate to be issued within the preceding 12 months from the last date of application. A 14-month-old certificate would be treated as expired. Get a fresh certificate from your SDM or Tehsildar well before July 15, 2026.
