The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for the recruitment of Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts in the District & Sessions Courts, Delhi. Candidates who have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) from a recognized board and meet the prescribed eligibility conditions can apply online.
The online application process will begin on 13 October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 11 November 2026. A total of 25 vacancies have been notified, including 10 posts of Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and 15 posts of Chowkidar. Interested applicants should check the age limit, application fee, selection process and other recruitment conditions before submitting the form.
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
|---|---|
| Department | District & Sessions Courts, Delhi |
| Post Name | Sweeper/Safai Karamchari, Chowkidar |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Post Codes | 46/26, 47/26 |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Salary | ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 |
| Category | Group C |
| Official Website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 09 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 13 October 2026, 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 November 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
| SC / ST Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen (eligible for exemption) | Exempted |
Payment Mode: SBI e-pay only. The application fee, once paid, is non-refundable.
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Qualification
The recruitment includes two Group C posts under the District & Sessions Courts, Delhi. Both posts require a minimum qualification of Matriculation or an equivalent certificate from a recognized board. No prior experience is required for either post.
| Post Name | Post Code | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweeper/Safai Karamchari | 46/26 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Chowkidar | 47/26 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| Total | — | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board. The notification does not prescribe any essential work experience for these posts.
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and below 27 years of age. The age limit will be calculated as of 1 June 2026. According to the notification, candidates should have been born between 2 June 1999 and 1 June 2008, inclusive of these dates.
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 | Military service period + 3 years, subject to prescribed conditions |
OBC reservation and related relaxation are subject to the notification’s Delhi-specific eligibility requirements. Candidates should consult the official advertisement for the applicable conditions.
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DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Written Exam
- Interview
- Medical Test
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The examination scheme is the same for both advertised posts.
| 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.
- PwBD Candidates: 160 minutes, as specified in the notification.
- Question Type: Objective-type multiple-choice questions.
- Exam Language: Bilingual (English and Hindi), except for the respective English and Hindi language sections.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Interview: 15 marks.
Candidates should refer to the official advertisement for any subsequent changes to the examination scheme.
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents and details ready before applying:
- Class 10th certificate and marksheet.
- Valid photo identity proof, such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Scanned signature, as required by the online application portal.
- Active mobile number and email address.
- Caste certificate, where applicable.
- EWS certificate, where applicable.
- PwBD certificate, where applicable.
- Ex-Servicemen documents, where applicable.
- Other certificates required to establish eligibility and claim reservation benefits.
Applicants should ensure that all personal details and category information are correct before submitting the application.
How to Apply for DSSSB Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications online:
- Visit the official online application portal: dsssbonline.nic.in.
- Complete the DSSSB registration process if you have not registered previously.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Select the relevant post and advertisement under Advertisement No. 05/2026.
- Fill in the required personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents as instructed on the portal.
- Pay the applicable application fee through SBI e-pay, if required.
- Review the application carefully and submit it before the closing date.
- Save or print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important: Applications are accepted online only. The last date to submit the form is 11 November 2026, up to 11:00 PM.
DSSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Links
