The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for a Combined Examination to recruit 641 candidates for various posts in the Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts. The vacancies include Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon.
The online application process will start on 6 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon and will remain open until 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM.
Details for DSSSB Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Examination | Combined Examination 2026 |
| Organization/Department | Delhi District & Sessions Courts / Family Courts |
| Posts | Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon |
| Total Vacancies | 641 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 6 October 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date | 4 November 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Age Limit | 18–27 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹100 |
| Official Website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
| Application Portal | dsssbonline.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
DSSSB has announced a total of 641 vacancies under four post codes.
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 805/26 | Senior Personal Assistant | 27 |
| 805/26 | Personal Assistant – District & Sessions Courts | 189 |
| 805/26 | Personal Assistant – Family Courts | 17 |
| 806/26 | Junior Judicial Assistant – District & Sessions Courts | 151 |
| 806/26 | Junior Judicial Assistant – Family Courts | 23 |
| 807/26 | Process Server – District & Sessions Courts | 91 |
| 807/26 | Process Server – Family Courts | 1 |
| 808/26 | Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon – District & Sessions Courts | 139 |
| 808/26 | Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon – Family Courts | 3 |
The category-wise total is 217 UR, 176 OBC, 116 SC, 75 ST and 57 EWS vacancies.
Educational Qualification
Senior Personal Assistant
Candidates must possess a Graduate degree along with:
- Shorthand speed of at least 110 words per minute
- Typewriting speed of 40 words per minute
No essential experience has been prescribed. final_adv_1
Personal Assistant
Candidates must be:
- Graduate
- Shorthand speed: 100 WPM
- Typing speed: 40 WPM
- Knowledge of computer
No essential experience is required. final_adv_1
The same essential qualification applies to Personal Assistant vacancies in the Family Courts. final_adv_1
Junior Judicial Assistant
Candidates must possess:
- Graduate degree
- Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute on a computer
No essential experience is required. final_adv_1
Process Server
The essential qualification specified in the advertisement is:
- Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board; or
- Higher Secondary with an LMV driving licence and 2 years of unblemished driving experience
The notification links the essential experience requirement to the qualification stated above. final_adv_1
Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon
Candidates must have passed:
Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board.
No essential experience is required.
Age Limit
The basic age requirement for the advertised posts is:
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 27 Years
Age will be calculated as of 1 June 2026. Candidates under the basic age limit should have been born not earlier than 2 June 1999 and not later than 1 June 2008.
The educational qualifications, experience and other relevant eligibility requirements will generally be determined as of the closing date, 4 November 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD + UR/EWS | 10 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Period of military service + 3 years, subject to maximum age of 55 years |
The advertisement states that there is no provision under the cited DDC Rules for age relaxation to government employees merely on the basis of having completed three years of regular and continuous government service, as clarified by the user department.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale Mentioned in Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Level 8 | ₹9,300–34,800 + GP ₹4,800 |
| Personal Assistant | Level 7 | ₹9,300–34,800 + GP ₹4,600 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Level 5 | ₹5,200–20,200 + GP ₹2,800 |
| Process Server | Level 4 | ₹5,200–20,200 + GP ₹2,400 |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | Level 3 | ₹5,200–20,200 + GP ₹2,000 |
The post-wise pay levels are shown in the vacancy table, while the corresponding pay scales and grade pay are specified in the eligibility tables.
Application Fee
The application fee is: ₹100
The following candidates are exempted from paying the application fee:
- Women candidates
- SC candidates
- ST candidates
- PwBD candidates
- Eligible Ex-Servicemen
Fee payment must be made through SBI e-pay. Other modes of payment will not be accepted, and fees once paid will not be refunded.
Selection Process
The selection procedure varies according to the post.
Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant Selection
The selection consists of:
- Tier-I – MCQ Examination
- Tier-II – Descriptive English Test
- Tier-III – Shorthand/Typing Skill Test
- Tier-IV – Interview
Tier-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English & Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
| General Knowledge including Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| General Intelligence | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 90 | 90 |
Duration: 90 minutes
Tier-II is a 75-mark English descriptive examination consisting of Essay, Grammar and Translation.
For the skill test, Senior Personal Assistant requires shorthand at 110 WPM and Personal Assistant at 100 WPM, with typing at 40 WPM.
Junior Judicial Assistant Exam Pattern
The JJA selection process consists of:
- Tier-I – MCQ
- Tier-II – Descriptive English Test
- Tier-III – Typing Skill Test
- Tier-IV – Interview
Tier-I
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English & Comprehension | 60 | 60 |
| General Knowledge including Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Duration: 120 Minutes
Tier-II carries 100 marks, Tier-III requires typing at 40 WPM, and the interview carries 15 marks.
Process Server Exam Pattern
The Process Server selection procedure comprises:
- Tier-I – Objective/MCQ Test
- Tier-II – Driving/Skill Test
- Tier-III – Interview
The written examination consists of 100 MCQs for 100 marks covering:
- English – 25 Marks
- Hindi – 25 Marks
- General Knowledge including Current Affairs – 25 Marks
- Arithmetic – 25 Marks
The duration is 120 minutes. The Driving Test is qualifying in nature and is to be conducted under real traffic conditions.
Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon Exam Pattern
The selection procedure consists of:
- Tier-I – Objective/MCQ Examination
- Tier-II – Interview
The MCQ examination carries 100 marks with 100 questions:
- English – 25 marks
- Hindi – 25 marks
- General Knowledge including Current Affairs – 25 marks
- Arithmetic – 25 marks
The written examination duration is 120 minutes, while the interview carries 15 marks.
Minimum Qualifying Marks & Negative Marking
The minimum qualifying marks specified for Tier-I MCQ and Tier-II Descriptive examinations are:
- UR/EWS: 50%
- OBC (Delhi)/SC/ST/PH (PwBD)/ESM: 45%
Each MCQ carries 1 mark, and 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the DSSSB application portal.
- Step 1: Visit https://dsssbonline.nic.in/.
- Step 2: Complete DSSSB registration if you are not already registered. Registration is a one-time process.
- Step 3: Log in using your DSSSB User ID and password.
- Step 4: Select the appropriate DSSSB Combined Examination/Post Code.
- Step 5: Fill in your personal, educational and other required details carefully.
- Step 6: Upload the required photograph/signature and other documents as applicable.
- Step 7: Pay the application fee through SBI e-pay if applicable.
- Step 8: Check all details before finally submitting the application.
- Step 9: Submit the application and keep a printout/copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Applications will be accepted online only. The notification states that requests to change or correct particulars after final submission will not be entertained.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 6 October 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 November 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 June 2026 |
| Qualification/Experience Cut-off Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be announced |
The examination/interview dates will be communicated later through the DSSSB and Delhi District Courts websites.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 FAQs
How many vacancies are available under DSSSB Advertisement No. 04/2026?
A total of 641 vacancies have been announced for Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon posts.
When will the DSSSB Recruitment 2026 application start?
Online applications will start on 6 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon.
What is the last date to apply for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 4 November 2026, up to 11:00 PM.
What is the age limit?
The basic age limit is 18 to 27 years, calculated as of 1 June 2026, subject to applicable category-wise relaxation.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt from payment.
What is the qualification for Junior Judicial Assistant?
Candidates must be graduates with a typing speed of at least 40 WPM on a computer.
What is the qualification for DSSSB Peon Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong MCQ answer.