DSSSB Sweeper & Chowkidar Recruitment 2026: The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released the detailed advertisement for the recruitment of Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts under Advertisement No. 05/2026 on 9 October 2026. Candidates interested in these posts can submit their applications online, for which an application window is open from 13 October 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM) at dsssbonline.nic.in.
The selection process includes an Objective Test (MCQ) followed by an Interview. The selected candidates will be paid a salary in the pay scale of Rs. 5,200-20,200 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 2,000 (Group C).
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DSSSB Recruitment 2026: Overview
The recruitment process is conducted on behalf of District and Sessions Courts from eligible candidates from Indian Nationals for recruitment to the posts of Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar against vacancies in District & Sessions Courts. This recruitment is very important for candidates who are looking for a government job after Matriculation.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Post Name | Sweeper/Safai Karamchari & Chowkidar |
| Advt No. | 05/2026 |
| Vacancy | 25 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 13 October 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation pass or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Selection Process | (i) Objective Test (MCQ) |
| (ii) Interview | |
| Salary | Rs. 5,200-20,200 + Grade Pay Rs. 2,000 (Group C) |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has announced that the online registration has been started on 13 October 2026 (12:00 Noon) and the last date to apply is 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM).
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| DSSSB Notification | 9 October 2026 |
| Application Process Begins | 13 October 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 11 November 2026 |
| Age Eligibility Reckoned as on | 1 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
DSSSB Vacancy 2026
The number of vacancies has been announced. A total of 25 vacancies have been notified across various posts. The post-wise distribution is as follows:
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Name of Deptt. | Group | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | PwBD (incl.) | ESM (incl.) | MSP (incl.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46/26 | Sweeper/Safai Karamchari | District & Sessions Courts | C | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 47/26 | Chowkidar | District & Sessions Courts | C | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Note: The above vacancies are tentative and based on inputs of the indenting Departments/Bodies.
DSSSB Notification 2026 Out
The detailed notification for the DSSSB Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 has been issued under Advertisement No. 05/2026. The notification contains the eligibility conditions, age limit, application dates, fee, examination stages, qualifying marks, examination centres, reservation provisions and other important instructions.
DSSSB Notification 2026 Official PDF – Click to Download
DSSSB Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil all the eligibility conditions prescribed by DSSSB. The final eligibility conditions should be checked from the detailed notification before applying.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Sweeper/Safai Karamchari | Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board | NIL |
| Chowkidar | Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board | NIL |
Note: The educational qualification, experience etc. as stipulated in the advertisement shall be determined as on 11/11/2026 i.e. crucial date/cut-off date.
Age Limit (as on 01/06/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
Note: The age limit shall be reckoned as on 01.06.2026. Therefore, a candidate must be born not earlier than 02.06.1999 and not later than 01.06.2008.
Age Relaxation:
| S. No. | Categories | Extent of Age Concession |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC/ST (For Group C) | 05 years |
| 2 | OBC (For Group C) | 03 years |
| 3 | PwBD + UR/EWS (For Group C) | 10 years |
| 4 | PwBD + SC/ST (For Group C) | 15 years |
| 5 | PwBD + OBC (For Group C) | 13 years |
| 6 | Govt. Employees | No provision in DDC Rules, 2012 |
| 7 | Ex-Servicemen (Group C) | Period of Military service plus 3 years (Maximum up to the age of 55 years) |
DSSSB Online Form 2026
The DSSSB Online Application process has started with the release of the detailed notification on 9 October 2026. The DSSSB Online Form is accepted online only through the official website https://dsssbonline.nic.in. Candidates must submit their applications by 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM).
DSSSB Apply Online 2026 Link – Click Here
How to Apply
- Visit the official DSSSB website https://dsssbonline.nic.in.
- Click on “Click for New Registration” to complete the Online Registration Form.
- Fill in the online application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Check the application form carefully.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the final submitted application for future reference.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman | Exempted |
Note: The candidates submitting their application online should pay the requisite fees only through SBI e-pay. Other mode of payment shall not be accepted/considered.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready:
- Valid mobile number
- Active email ID
- Matriculation certificate
- Educational qualification documents
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), wherever applicable
- Ex-Servicemen certificate, wherever applicable
- Valid identity proof (PAN Card/Voter ID Card/Driving License/Passport)
- Payment details
DSSSB Selection Process
Under the selection of candidates for Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts, candidates have to undergo the following stages of the selection process:
Stage 1 → Objective Test (MCQ)
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Stage 2 → Interview
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Final Selection/Merit List
The final selection of candidates will be on the basis of marks secured in objective/MCQ examination and interview. The number of candidates to be called for Interview shall be maximum of 10 times of the total vacancies.
DSSSB Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates interested in the DSSSB Exam must be aware of the DSSSB Exam Pattern. The examination will be an Objective Test (MCQ) of 100 marks.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge (including Current Affairs) | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam Duration: 120 Minutes (160 Minutes for PwBD Candidates)
Language of Examination: Bilingual i.e. English and Hindi except the questions of English Language and Hindi Language Papers.
Negative Marking: Each MCQ will carry 1 mark and negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- For UR/EWS Category: 50%
- For OBC(Delhi)/SC/ST/PH(PwBD)/ESM: 45%
Interview
- Interview will be of 15 marks and will be conducted by O/o Ld. Principal District & Sessions Judge (HQs).
- The final selection of candidates will be on the basis of marks secured in objective/MCQ examination and interview.
- There will be no minimum qualifying marks in the interview.
DSSSB Salary
Candidates appointed for Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts will be paid an attractive monthly salary in the pay scale of Rs. 5,200-20,200 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 2,000.
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Grade Pay | Group |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweeper/Safai Karamchari | Rs. 5,200-20,200 | Rs. 2,000 | Group C |
| Chowkidar | Rs. 5,200-20,200 | Rs. 2,000 | Group C |
DSSSB Salary Components
- Basic Pay
- Grade Pay
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Medical benefits
- Other admissible allowances
- In-hand salary
- Promotion opportunities
DSSSB Reservation of Appointments
The rule of reservation of appointments applies to each post separately in this recruitment. The details of the reservation to candidates belonging to various categories are given below:
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 12 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 6 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 2 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 2 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Applicable |
Note: Only OBC (Delhi) candidates notified by Govt. of NCT of Delhi will be given the benefit of reservation/age relaxation under OBC category. OBC (Outside) candidates will be treated as Un-reserved candidates.
DSSSB Important Instructions
- The candidate must be a citizen of India as defined in the Constitution of India or under any law made by the Parliament to regulate the rights for citizenship.
- The candidate must be eligible in terms of age, educational qualifications, experience etc. as per Recruitment Rules notified by the User Department.
- The age eligibility shall be reckoned as on 01/06/2026.
- The educational qualification, experience etc. as stipulated in advertisement shall be determined as on 11/11/2026 i.e. crucial date/cut-off date.
- Candidates must apply online through the website https://dsssbonline.nic.in only. No other mode of application shall be accepted.
- Candidates are advised to submit the online application much before the closing date and not to wait till the last date.
- Once online application form is submitted, no request for change/correction/modification (including change of category) shall be entertained.
- Application fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
- The DSSSB reserves the right to cancel/withdraw/delete any question/questions from the Question Paper.
- There is no provision of re-evaluation/re-checking of Answer Sheets/Answer Scripts.
- The DSSSB reserves the right to change/amend the examination scheme, if so required, any time before the examination.
- In case of any discrepancy among the English, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi version of advertisement/information, the English version will be treated as final.
- Candidates are advised to visit DSSSB website regularly for latest updates.
FAQs
Q1. Is DSSSB Notification 2026 Out?
Yes, DSSSB Notification 2026 has been finally released on 9 October 2026 under Advertisement No. 05/2026.
Q2. What is the selection process for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
The candidates will be selected through an Objective Test (MCQ) followed by an Interview.
Q3. What is the advertisement number for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
The Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 05/2026.
Q4. What is the total number of vacancies for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
A total of 25 vacancies have been notified (10 for Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and 15 for Chowkidar).
Q5. What is the last date to apply for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM).
Q6. What is the salary for DSSSB posts?
The salary is in the pay scale of Rs. 5,200-20,200 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 2,000 (Group C).
Q7. What is the age limit for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 01/06/2026.
Q8. What is the educational qualification for DSSSB posts?
The educational qualification is Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board.
Q9. Is there a negative marking in DSSSB Exam?
Yes, each MCQ will carry 1 mark and negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Q10. What is the application fee for DSSSB Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 100/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman candidates are exempted.
