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DSSSB Delhi District Court Bharti 2026 - 641 Posts

Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) for Delhi District and Sessions Courts and Family Courts · Posted 31 Oct 2026

Total posts641
Qualification10th pass (Peon, Process Server with LMV licence) to Graduate with typing/shorthand (Junior Judicial Assistant, Personal Assistant, Senior Personal Assistant)
Age limit18–27 years
Last date4 Nov 2026

In short

DSSSB Delhi District Court Bharti 2026 is open for 641 tentative vacancies in the District and Sessions Courts and Family Courts of Delhi. Posts range from Peon (10th pass) to Senior Personal Assistant (graduate with shorthand). Online applications close on 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM.

This is Advertisement No. 04/2026, notified on 30/09/2026 under F.No.1 (452)/P&P/DSSSB/2026/Advt./5114. Applications opened on 6 October 2026. Vacancies include backlog and may change as per the courts. There is one separate combined exam for each post code: 805/26, 806/26, 807/26 and 808/26. Job seekers from Gujarat can apply, but the posting is in Delhi and OBC reservation is only for OBC (Delhi) candidates.

  • Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong MCQ answer
  • No application fee for women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen; others pay Rs. 100
  • OBC reservation only for OBC (Delhi) candidates. OBC (Outside Delhi) must apply as UR
  • Only one registration and one application per candidate; duplicates lead to cancellation and debarment
  • Final merit list is prepared by Delhi District Courts, not DSSSB
  • Skill tests are qualifying: shorthand/typing for PA posts, typing for JJA, driving for Process Server
  • No re-evaluation or rechecking of answer sheets
  • Post preference is taken at the interview stage and cannot be changed
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Important dates

  1. 30 Sep 2026

    Notification Date · done

  2. 6 Oct 2026

    Application Start · done

  3. 4 Nov 2026

    Fee Payment Last Date

  4. 4 Nov 2026

    Last Date to Apply

  5. 6 Oct 2026

    Application start time · done

  6. 4 Nov 2026

    Application closing time

  7. 1 Jun 2026

    Age cut-off date · done

  8. To be announced on DSSSB and Delhi District Courts websites

    Exam and interview dates

Application fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS (men)Rs. 100
Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-servicemenNil

Pay Rs. 100 online through SBI e-pay only. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen are exempt. Fee is not refundable.

Eligibility

Educational qualification (post-wise):

  • Senior Personal Assistant (805/26): Graduate with shorthand 110 wpm and typing 40 wpm
  • Personal Assistant (805/26): Graduate with shorthand 100 wpm, typing 40 wpm and computer knowledge
  • Junior Judicial Assistant (806/26): Graduate with computer typing speed of 40 wpm
  • Process Server (807/26): Matriculation pass or equivalent with LMV driving licence and 2 years of unblemished driving experience
  • Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon (808/26): Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognised board

Experience: No experience needed, except 2 years of driving experience for Process Server.

Age limit: 18 to 27 years, reckoned as on 01/06/2026. Education and other eligibility are counted on 04/11/2026.

CategoryRelaxationMaximum age
UR / EWSNil27 years
OBC (Delhi)3 years30 years
SC / ST5 years32 years
PwBD (UR / EWS)10 years37 years
PwBD (OBC)13 years40 years
PwBD (SC / ST)15 years42 years
Ex-servicemenMilitary service plus 3 yearsUp to 55 years

Government employees get no age relaxation as per DDC Rules, 2012.

Minimum qualifying marks (Tier-I MCQ and descriptive):

CategoryMinimum marks
UR / EWS50%
OBC (Delhi) / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM45%

Other conditions:

  • Must be a citizen of India
  • PwBD reservation needs at least 40% disability and a post identified as suitable for that disability
  • OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued on or after 01/04/2026 and not later than 04/11/2026
  • EWS Income and Asset Certificate must be valid for FY 2026-27
  • Ex-servicemen already re-employed in civil Group C/D after using ESM benefits get no reservation or fee concession
Age limit18–27 years
ExperienceNot required (freshers can apply)
SalaryPay Level 3 to Level 8 (Rs. 5,200-34,800 plus Grade Pay Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 4,800, post-wise)
Basic PayPay Level 3 to Level 8: Rs. 5,200-34,800 / 9,300-34,800 plus Grade Pay Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 4,800

Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the official notification.

Vacancy details · 641 posts

Post NameUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Senior Personal Assistant (District Courts)10183527
Personal Assistant (District Courts)3714524937189
Personal Assistant (Family Courts)6242317
Junior Judicial Assistant (District Courts)6315402211151
Junior Judicial Assistant (Family Courts)7274323
Process Server (District Courts)3892513691
Process Server (Family Courts)———1—1
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon (District Courts)5614382110139
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon (Family Courts)——21—3

Selection process

  1. 1Tier-I: MCQ exam (computer based) for all posts
  2. 2Tier-II: Descriptive test in English for Personal Assistant, Senior PA and Junior Judicial Assistant
  3. 3Skill test: shorthand and typing for PA/SPA, typing for JJA, driving test for Process Server (qualifying)
  4. 4Interview conducted by Delhi District Courts
  5. 5Final merit list prepared by Delhi District Courts, e-dossier verification and medical

Exam pattern

PaperSubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
Senior PA / PA - Tier-I MCQGeneral English and Comprehension 50, General Knowledge 20, General Intelligence 20909090 minutes
Senior PA / PA - Tier-II DescriptiveEssay 30, Grammar 25, Translation 20 (English)37590 minutes
Junior Judicial Assistant - Tier-I MCQGeneral English and Comprehension 60, General Knowledge 30, General Intelligence 30120120120 minutes
Junior Judicial Assistant - Tier-II DescriptiveEssay 50, Grammar 30, Translation 20 (English)3100120 minutes
Process Server - Tier-I MCQEnglish 25, Hindi 25, General Knowledge 25, Arithmetic 25100100120 minutes
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon - Tier-I MCQEnglish 25, Hindi 25, General Knowledge 25, Arithmetic 25100100120 minutes

How to apply

  1. Register on the DSSSB OARS portal at dsssbonline.nic.in using New Registration. This is a one-time registration.
    • Keep a scanned photo ID (15-60 KB, JPG) ready, or give your Aadhaar number
    • Use an active email and mobile number and verify with OTP
  2. Log in with your registration number and password.
  3. Choose the post code you want (805/26, 806/26, 807/26 or 808/26) and open the application form.
  4. Fill in all details and category carefully. No correction is allowed after submission.
  5. Upload a recent colour photograph with white or off-white background and your signature. Blurred images lead to rejection.
  6. Pay Rs. 100 through SBI e-pay if you are not exempt.
  7. Submit between 06/10/2026 (12:00 noon) and 04/11/2026 (11:00 PM) and print the application for your records.
  8. Check dsssb.delhi.gov.in and the Delhi District Courts website regularly for exam dates and updates.

Documents required

Registration Documents

  • Photo ID proof (PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport) scan, or Aadhaar number
  • Class 10 roll number details
  • Recent colour photograph and signature

Academic Documents (for e-dossier)

  • 10th certificate for date of birth
  • Graduation certificate and mark sheets (for office posts)
  • Shorthand and typing qualification proof, as applicable
  • LMV driving licence and driving experience proof (Process Server)

Category Documents

  • SC/ST certificate
  • OBC (Delhi) certificate and OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 01/04/2026
  • EWS Income and Asset Certificate for FY 2026-27
  • PwBD disability certificate
  • Ex-servicemen discharge proof

Copies of supporting documents are asked only when the e-dossier is called online.

Important notes

General Guidelines

  1. Vacancies are tentative and based on the departments' requirements. They may increase or decrease.
  2. Implementation of reservation and PwBD suitability is decided by the District Courts.
  3. DSSSB can cancel or change the advertisement or exam scheme at any stage.
  4. The English version prevails if versions differ.
  5. Exam centres are in Delhi/NCR or other states as decided by DSSSB. No change of date, time or centre is allowed.
  6. Mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, earbuds and metal items are not allowed at the centre. Dress code: light half-sleeve clothes, slippers or low-heel sandals; shoes not allowed.

Selection Notes

  1. Marks may be normalised using the DSSSB formula of 11.07.2018.
  2. Draft answer keys are shown on the DSSSB website. Objections are accepted online only.
  3. Cancelled questions are handled on a prorata basis.
  4. In a tie, the older candidate ranks higher, then the name in alphabetical order.
  5. Candidates selected on own merit without relaxed standards are counted against unreserved posts.
  6. Post and department are allotted on merit-cum-preference. Preference once given at interview is final.
  7. Candidature is provisional. Selection gives no right to appointment.
  8. Candidates must upload their e-dossier in the given time. Scrutiny is done by the user department.

Application and Fee

  1. Only online applications are accepted. Post, hand or email applications are rejected.
  2. Only one registration and one application are allowed. Multiple ones lead to cancellation and debarment.
  3. Request for change of category or any detail is not entertained.
  4. Fee paid is not refunded under any circumstances.
  5. Apply early to avoid heavy load on the website near the closing date.

Fraud and Misconduct Warning

  1. False information, fake documents, impersonation or unfair means lead to cancellation, debarment and possible police action.
  2. Fake applications using names or photos of dignitaries invite action under the IT Act.

Frequently asked questions

How many vacancies are there in DSSSB Delhi District Court Recruitment 2026?

There are 641 tentative vacancies in total, including backlog, across five posts in the Delhi District and Family Courts.

What is the last date for DSSSB Delhi District Court 2026?

The last date to apply online is 4 November 2026 till 11:00 PM on dsssbonline.nic.in.

What is the qualification for DSSSB Delhi court posts?

Peon needs 10th pass. Process Server needs 10th pass with LMV licence. JJA, PA and SPA need graduation with typing or shorthand skills.

What is the age limit for DSSSB Delhi District Court Bharti?

The age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 01/06/2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.

What is the application fee for DSSSB Advt 04/2026?

The fee is Rs. 100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen candidates do not pay.

What is the vacancy count for each post?

Senior PA 27, PA 206, Junior Judicial Assistant 174, Process Server 92 and Peon 142, including Family Courts.

Is there negative marking in DSSSB court exams?

Yes. Each wrong MCQ answer carries a negative mark of 0.25.

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