DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment
DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 641 Peon, Personal Assistant and More Posts
The DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has invited online applications on behalf of Delhi District Courts for a Combined Examination 2026 covering 641 posts of Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon, across District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts. Applications can be submitted at dsssbonline.nic.in from 6 October 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 4 November 2026 (11:00 PM).
Official NotificationApply Online
Official source: Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB), Govt. of NCT of Delhi – F.No.1(452)/P&P/DSSSB/2026/Advt./5114 dated 30.09.2026, Vacancy Notice/Advertisement No. 04/2026. Applications must be submitted online at dsssbonline.nic.in; no other mode (post/hand/mail) is accepted.On this page ▾
DSSSB Combined Examination 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB), FC-18, Institutional Area, Karkardooma, Delhi-110092 |
| On Behalf Of | Delhi District Courts – District & Sessions Courts and District & Sessions Courts (Family Courts) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 dated 30.09.2026 |
| Post Names (Post Codes) | Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant (805/26), Junior Judicial Assistant (806/26), Process Server (807/26), Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon (808/26) |
| Total Posts | 641 (tentative, including backlog) |
| Application Mode | Online only, via dsssbonline.nic.in |
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DSSSB Combined Exam 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 06 October 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Online Application Last Date | 04 November 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 June 2026 |
| Qualification/Experience Cut-off (Crucial) Date | 04 November 2026 (closing date of application) |
| Exam Date | To be intimated later on DSSSB/Delhi District Courts websites |
DSSSB Combined Exam 2026 Vacancy Details (Post-wise & Category-wise)
233Senior PA + Personal Assistant
174Jr. Judicial Assistant + Process Server
641Total Posts
| Post / Department | Total | PwBD | ESM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant – District & Sessions Courts | 27 | 07 | – |
| Personal Assistant – District & Sessions Courts | 189 | 25 | – |
| Personal Assistant – Family Courts | 17 | 02 | – |
| Junior Judicial Assistant – District & Sessions Courts | 151 | 08 | 15 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant – Family Courts | 23 | 02 | 02 |
| Process Server – District & Sessions Courts | 91 | 04 | 10 |
| Process Server – Family Courts | 01 | 00 | 00 |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon – District & Sessions Courts | 139 | 06 | 14 |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon – Family Courts | 03 | 00 | 00 |
| Grand Total | 641 | 54 | 41 |
Note: Vacancies are tentative and based on inputs from the indenting departments, and may increase or decrease. PwBD suitability differs by post – e.g., Senior PA/PA is suitable only for Locomotor categories (OL, BL, LC, Dw, AAV, SD/SI without neurological dysfunction), while Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon are suitable for a wider range including Blindness/Low Vision, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, and certain Autism/Intellectual/Learning Disability/Mental Illness categories, as specified for each post in the official notification.
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DSSSB Combined Exam 2026 Eligibility (Post-wise)
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Graduate with Shorthand speed of 110 wpm and Typing speed of 40 wpm |
| Personal Assistant (both Courts) | Graduate with Shorthand speed of 100 wpm, Typing speed of 40 wpm, and knowledge of computers |
| Junior Judicial Assistant (both Courts) | Graduate with typing speed of not less than 40 wpm on computer |
| Process Server (both Courts) | Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board/Higher Secondary, with a valid LMV driving licence and 2 years’ unblemished driving experience |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon (both Courts) | Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board |
- Citizenship: Candidate must be a citizen of India as defined in the Constitution of India or any law made by Parliament to regulate citizenship rights
- Educational qualification/experience is determined as on the crucial/cut-off date: 04.11.2026
DSSSB Combined Exam 2026 Age Limit
All posts: Minimum 18 years, maximum 27 years, as on 01.06.2026 (born not earlier than 02.06.1999 and not later than 01.06.2008).
Age Relaxation (Group B & C Posts)
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD + UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| Government Employees (3+ years regular service) | Not applicable – DDC Rules, 2012 (Rule 7) provide no age relaxation for this category |
| Ex-Servicemen | Period of military service plus 3 years (maximum up to age 55) |
Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School certificate (or equivalent) available at the time of application is final; no subsequent change request is entertained.
DSSSB Combined Exam 2026 Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Group |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | ₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,800 | Group-B (Non-Gazetted) |
| Personal Assistant | ₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,600 | Group-B (Non-Gazetted) |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,800 | Group-C |
| Process Server | ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,400 | Group-C |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 | Group-C |
DSSSB Combined Exam 2026 Selection Process
Separate examinations are held for each post code. Minimum qualifying marks (MCQ/Descriptive stages): UR/EWS – 50%, OBC(Delhi)/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM – 45%. Each MCQ carries 1 mark, with negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer.
Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant (Post Code 805/26)
| Tier | Format | Marks / Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | MCQ (shortlisting) | 90 marks, 90 min – English & Comprehension (50), GK (20), General Intelligence (20); up to 25× vacancies shortlisted |
| Tier-II | Descriptive (English) | 75 marks, 90 min – Essay 250 words (30), Grammar (25), Translation 20 words (20); up to 10× vacancies shortlisted for skill test |
| Tier-III | Skill Test (qualifying) | Senior PA: 550-word dictation (5 min) + 40-min transcription, max 22 errors (4%). PA: 500-word dictation + 40-min transcription, max 20 errors (4%). Typing @ 40 wpm for both. |
| Tier-IV | Interview | 10 marks, no minimum qualifying marks; conducted by Delhi District Courts; final merit on Tier-II + Tier-IV combined |
Junior Judicial Assistant (Post Code 806/26)
| Tier | Format | Marks / Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | MCQ (shortlisting) | 120 marks, 120 min – English & Comprehension (60), GK (30), General Intelligence (30); up to 25× vacancies shortlisted |
| Tier-II | Descriptive (English) | 100 marks, 120 min – Essay 300 words (50), Grammar (30), Translation 25 words (20); up to 10× vacancies shortlisted for skill test |
| Tier-III | Skill Test (qualifying) | Typing test @ 40 wpm |
| Tier-IV | Interview | 15 marks, no minimum qualifying marks; final merit on Tier-II + Tier-IV combined |
Process Server (Post Code 807/26)
| Tier | Format | Marks / Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | Objective/MCQ (Bilingual, Eng+Hindi) | 100 marks, 120 min (160 min for PwBD) – English (25), Hindi (25), GK (25), Arithmetic (25); up to 15× vacancies shortlisted |
| Tier-II | Driving/Skill Test (qualifying) | Conducted in real traffic conditions |
| Tier-III | Interview | 15 marks, no minimum qualifying marks; final selection on Tier-I + Tier-III combined |
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon (Post Code 808/26)
| Tier | Format | Marks / Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | Objective/MCQ (Bilingual, Eng+Hindi) | 100 marks, 120 min (160 min for PwBD) – English (25), Hindi (25), GK (25), Arithmetic (25); up to 10× vacancies shortlisted for interview |
| Tier-II | Interview | 15 marks, no minimum qualifying marks; final selection on Tier-I + Tier-II combined |
- DSSSB conducts the MCQ, Descriptive and Shorthand/Typing tests; Delhi District Courts (Tis Hazari) conducts the Driving Test/Interview and prepares the final merit list
- Marks from Computer Based Examinations are normalized (where applicable) as per DSSSB’s published formula
- No re-evaluation/re-checking of answer sheets is permitted
- In a tie, the senior-in-age candidate ranks higher; if DOB also matches, alphabetical order of first name (English) decides
How to Apply for DSSSB Combined Exam 2026
- Register (one-time) on dsssbonline.nic.in, if not already registered with DSSSB; this generates a common User ID/Password for all future DSSSB exams.
- Log in and apply online for the post(s)/post code(s) of your choice between 06.10.2026 (12:00 Noon) and 04.11.2026 (11:00 PM).
- Fill in all details carefully – no correction/modification (including category change) is allowed after final submission.
- Upload a recent, clear colour photograph (plain white/off-white background, full face, eyes open) and signature.
- Pay the applicable fee, if any, only through SBI e-Pay.
- Submit well before the closing date and take a printout of the confirmed application for your records.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| Women (any category) / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (Nil) |
Important: Ex-servicemen already re-employed on a regular basis in Central/Delhi Govt. civil posts after availing ESM reservation benefits are not eligible for the fee concession. Fee once paid is non-refundable, and only SBI e-Pay is accepted.
Documents Required
- Matriculation/Secondary School certificate (date of birth proof)
- Educational qualification certificates relevant to the post applied for (Graduation, Shorthand/Typing certificates, etc.)
- LMV driving licence and proof of 2 years’ driving experience (for Process Server)
- OBC (Delhi) certificate with Non-Creamy-Layer certificate issued on/after 01.04.2026, where claiming OBC reservation (OBC-Outside-Delhi candidates are treated as UR)
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate valid for FY 2026-27 (based on FY 2025-26 income), issued on or before 04.11.2026
- Disability certificate, for PwBD candidates claiming reservation/relaxation (minimum 40% relevant disability required)
- Discharge certificate/proof of military service, for Ex-Servicemen
- Recent colour photograph (plain background) and signature, uploaded in the prescribed format
Supporting documents are sought only at the e-dossier stage after shortlisting; scrutiny is carried out by the concerned user department (Delhi District Courts), not DSSSB. Candidates who fail to upload the e-dossier within the given time are not considered further.
Important Conditions
- Candidates must check their own eligibility (qualification, age, experience, PwBD suitability) for each post/department opted; ineligibility found at e-dossier/document verification leads to rejection for that post code with no reallocation
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/PwBD candidates selected purely on general merit are adjusted against unreserved vacancies, not reserved ones
- Post/department preferences are exercised at the interview stage, are final and irreversible once confirmed, and cannot be changed later
- Vacancies may vary (increase/decrease) at the discretion of the indenting department, with no compensation to candidates for such changes
- Mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, and other electronic gadgets are strictly banned in the exam hall; possession leads to debarment and possible legal action
- A prescribed dress code applies: light clothing with half sleeves, no big buttons/brooch/badge, Salwar/Trouser, and only slippers/low-heeled sandals (no shoes)
- Only one registration and one application per candidate are allowed; multiple submissions lead to cancellation and debarment
- In case of discrepancy between English, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi versions of the advertisement, the English version prevails
- DSSSB/Delhi District Courts reserve the right to change the examination scheme, cancel/modify the recruitment, or change exam centres at any stage
DSSSB Combined Exam 2026 Important Links
Apply Online (DSSSB)→Official Notification PDF (Advt 04/2026)→DSSSB Vacancies Page→DSSSB Official Website→
DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many posts are notified in DSSSB Advt No. 04/2026?
641 posts across Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon in Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
4 November 2026, till 11:00 PM.
Q3. What is the age limit?
18 to 27 years as on 1 June 2026, for all five posts, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.
Q4. What is the qualification for Personal Assistant?
Graduate with Shorthand speed of 100 wpm, Typing speed of 40 wpm, and computer knowledge.
Q5. What is the selection process for Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon?
A 100-mark bilingual Objective/MCQ test followed by a 15-mark interview; final merit is the combined score, with no minimum qualifying marks in the interview.
Q6. What is the application fee?
₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS male candidates; women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted.
Q7. Is there a driving test for Process Server?
Yes, a qualifying-only Driving Test conducted in real traffic conditions, in addition to the MCQ and interview.
Q8. Can I change my post preference after the interview?
No. Preferences exercised and confirmed at the interview stage are final and irreversible.
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