DSSSB 2026: The Complete Guide to Delhi's Teaching and Non-Teaching Jobs
DSSSB 2026: The Complete Guide to Delhi’s Teaching and Non-Teaching Jobs
Last Updated: July 19, 2026
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) is the gateway to government jobs in Delhi’s schools, hospitals, and administrative offices. For Delhi residents, it’s one of the most accessible routes to government employment.
What is DSSSB?
DSSSB conducts recruitment for Teaching (PGT, TGT, PRT, Nursery Teacher), Non-Teaching (Junior Engineer, Stenographer, Clerk, Patwari), Medical (Staff Nurse, Pharmacist), and Technical posts across Delhi government departments.
Exam Pattern
Tier 1: Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 2 hours |
| Reasoning | 20 | 20 | |
| Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 | |
| English Language | 20 | 20 | |
| Hindi Language | 20 | 20 | |
| Subject Concerned | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
No negative marking. Subject concerned carries 50% of total marks.
Tier 2: Main Examination (Some posts)
Subject Concerned (Descriptive/Advanced) + Skill Test (Stenographer/Typing posts).
Eligibility
| Post | Education |
|---|---|
| PGT | Master’s + B.Ed |
| TGT | Bachelor’s + B.Ed (CTET mandatory) |
| PRT | Sr. Secondary + D.El.Ed (CTET mandatory) |
| JE | Diploma/Degree in Engineering (age 18-27) |
| Clerk | 12th pass + typing speed (age 18-27) |
Some posts require Delhi domicile. Check notification carefully.
Subject-Wise Strategy
General Sections (100 marks): General Awareness with Delhi-specific focus (Delhi government schemes, administrative structure, history, education policies), basic reasoning, 10th level math, school-level English and Hindi.
Subject Concerned (100 marks – the decider): Content knowledge at Master’s (PGT), Bachelor’s (TGT), or Sr. Secondary (PRT) level. Pedagogy weight: 30-40% depending on post.
3-Month Preparation Plan
Month 1: Subject content + general sections + Delhi-specific current affairs Month 2: Intensive practice + previous year papers + weekly mocks Month 3: Revision + exam temperament + document verification readiness
The DSSSB Advantage
Unlike central government jobs with all-India transfers, DSSSB keeps you in Delhi. Salary: ₹35,000-65,000. High job security. Minimal transfers. DDA housing sometimes available.
Final Words
DSSSB is not as glamorous as UPSC, but for Delhi residents seeking stable government employment – especially in teaching – it’s one of the most accessible paths.