DSSSB has announced Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the Combined Examination 2026 for Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts. The recruitment offers 641 tentative vacancies for various posts, including Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon.
The online application will begin on 6 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon and remain open until 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM through the DSSSB online portal.
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Recruitment | Combined Examination 2026 |
| Organization | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Department | Delhi District & Sessions Courts & Family Courts |
| Total Vacancies | 641 Posts |
| Posts | Senior PA, PA, JJA, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 6 October 2026 |
| Start Time | 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18–27 Years |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
The official online application system is maintained by DSSSB and currently identifies itself as the Government of NCT of Delhi’s Online Application Registration System.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 6 October 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 November 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Qualification Cut-off | 4 November 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
DSSSB has notified 641 tentative vacancies across four post codes. The vacancies are distributed between Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Senior Personal Assistant | 27 |
| Personal Assistant | 206 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | 174 |
| Process Server | 92 |
| Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon | 142 |
| Total | 641 |
Court-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Post | District & Sessions Courts | Family Courts | Total |
| Senior Personal Assistant | 27 | – | 27 |
| Personal Assistant | 189 | 17 | 206 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | 151 | 23 | 174 |
| Process Server | 91 | 1 | 92 |
| Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon | 139 | 3 | 142 |
| Total | 597 | 44 | 641 |
Educational Qualification
The qualification is different for each post. In simple terms:
| Post | Qualification |
| Senior Personal Assistant | Graduation + 110 WPM Shorthand + 40 WPM Typing |
| Personal Assistant | Graduation + 100 WPM Shorthand + 40 WPM Typing + Computer Knowledge |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Graduation + 40 WPM Typing on Computer |
| Process Server | 10th Pass + LMV Driving Licence + 2 Years Driving Experience |
| Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon | 10th Pass |
The prescribed educational qualification, skill and experience are required to be fulfilled by the closing date of application, 4 November 2026.
Simple Explanation
→ Graduate candidates: Senior PA, PA and JJA
→ 10th pass candidates: Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon
→ 10th/eligible candidates with LMV licence + 2 years experience: Process Server
Age Limit
The age limit is 18 to 27 years for the advertised posts.
| particular | Age |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 June 2026 |
| SC/ST | 5 Years Relaxation |
| OBC (Delhi) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD | As per applicable rules |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per applicable rules |
Note:- OBC reservation is available only to eligible OBC (Delhi) candidates. OBC candidates from outside Delhi will be considered under the Unreserved (UR) category
Salary / Pay Scale
The posts are placed in different pay levels:
| Post | Pay Level | Starting Basic Pay |
| Senior Personal Assistant | Level 8 | ₹47,600 |
| Personal Assistant | Level 7 | ₹44,900 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Process Server | Level 4 | ₹25,500 |
| Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon | Level 3 | ₹21,700 |
Applicable allowances will be paid according to the relevant Delhi Government/department rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| Women,SC,ST,PwBD,Ex servicemen | Nil |
Selection Process
The selection process depends on the post applied for.
Senior Personal Assistant / Personal Assistant
Tier-I MCQ → Tier-II Descriptive Exam → Skill Test → Interview
The skill test is qualifying in nature, while the applicable written/interview stages are used for final merit according to the recruitment scheme.
Junior Judicial Assistant
Tier-I MCQ → Tier-II Descriptive Exam → Typing Test → Interview
typing test is qualifying in nature.
Process Server
Tier-I MCQ → Driving Test → Interview
Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon
Tier-I MCQ → Interview
The exact stage and merit calculation vary by post, so candidates should follow the scheme prescribed for their particular post code.
Exam Pattern – DSSSB Recruitment 2026
The examination scheme is different for each post. Candidates should prepare according to the post they are applying for.
1. Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant
| Stage | Exam | Marks | Duration |
| Tier-I | MCQ – English, GK & Current Affairs, General Intelligence | 90 | 90 M |
| Tier-II | Descriptive English – Essay, Grammar, Translation | 75 | 90 M |
| Tier-III | Shorthand + Typing Skill Test | Qualifying | – |
| Tier-IV | Interview | 10 | – |
2. Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA)
| Stage | Exam | Marks | Duration |
| Tier-I | MCQ – English, GK & General Intelligence | 120 | 120M |
| Tier-II | Descriptive English | 100 | 120M |
| Tier-III | Typing Test – 40 WPM | Qualifying | – |
| Tier-IV | Interview | 15 | – |
3. Process Server
| Stage | Exam | Marks | Duration |
| Tier-I | MCQ | 100 | 120 Min |
| Tier-II | Driving/Skill Test | Qualifying | – |
| Tier-III | Interview | 15 | – |
Tier-I Subjects:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| English | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
4. Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon
| Stage | Exam | Marks | Duration |
| Tier-I | MCQ | 100 | 120 Min |
| Tier-II | Interview | 15 | – |
Important Exam Rules:-
→ Negative Marking: 0.25 mark will be deducted for each wrong MCQ answer.
→ Qualifying Marks: 50% for UR/EWS and 45% for OBC (Delhi), SC, ST, PwBD and ESM candidates.
→ Skill/Typing/Driving tests are qualifying in nature wherever applicable.
→ Final merit depends on the stages prescribed for the respective post.
Skill Test / Typing Requirement
Candidates applying for the office posts should pay special attention to their typing and shorthand skills.
| Post | Required Skill |
| Senior Personal Assistant | 110 WPM Shorthand + 40 WPM Typing |
| Personal Assistant | 100 WPM Shorthand + 40 WPM Typing |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | 40 WPM Computer Typing |
| Process Server | LMV Driving Test |
The required skill test must be qualified according to the conditions specified for the respective post.
How to Apply for DSSSB Recruitment 2026
Candidates have to apply online only through the DSSSB application portal.
1.Visit the DSSSB official website.
2.Open the recruitment/advertisement section.
2.Select Advertisement No. 04/2026.
3.Read the complete notification carefully.
4.Register/login on the DSSSB online application portal.
5.Select the relevant post code.
6.Enter your personal and educational details.
7.Upload the required documents.
8.Pay the applicable application fee.
9.Check all details carefully.
10.Submit the application form.
11.Save the final application/registration details for future use.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
→ Recent passport-size photograph
→ Signature
→ 10th certificate/marksheet
→ Graduation certificate and marksheets, where applicable
→ Category certificate, if applicable
→ PwBD certificate, if applicable
→ Ex-Serviceman documents, if applicable
→ LMV Driving Licence for Process Server
→ Experience proof for Process Server
→ Other documents required in the online application
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
| Official DSSSB Website | Click here |
| DSSSB Online Application Portal | Click here |
| DSSSB Recruitment / Vacancy Section | Click here |
The DSSSB online portal identifies itself as the official Government of NCT of Delhi application system, while the DSSSB website is the Board’s official website.
Important Note
The 641 vacancies are tentative and include backlog vacancies. Candidates should read the official DSSSB Advertisement No. 04/2026 carefully before submitting the application. Eligibility, reservation, post preference and skill-test requirements should be checked for the exact post code.
For the latest DSSSB recruitment updates, admit cards, exam dates, answer keys, results and other Delhi government job notifications, visit Job Fikar.com regularly.