Delhi District & Session Court DSSSB Sweeper / Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026
Government of NCT of Delhi
Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
📍 Delhi (NCT)
● Open (Closing: 11 Nov 2026)
🏛 Group C
Code: 46/26 (Sweeper / Safai Karamchari); • 47/26 (Chowkidar)
Advt: 05/2026
Total Vacancies
25 Posts
Pay Scale
₹5,200–20,200
Last Date
11 Nov 2026
Job Type
Group C
Recruitment Overview & Official Notification Short Information
Official recruitment summary and core notification highlights.
Recruitment for Sweeper / Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar in District & Sessions Courts.
Job Profile & Career Progression
Official role responsibilities, department organization, and career growth ladder.
About the Department
District & Sessions Courts, Delhi
Vacancies & Reservation Breakdown
The total number of vacancies and category-wise reservation details are given below as per the official notification.
Overall Reservation
Overall Category & Horizontal Quota Reservation
CATEGORY-WISE RESERVATION BREAKDOWN
UR / General
12
Posts
OBC
06
Posts
SC
03
Posts
ST
02
Posts
EWS
02
Posts
HORIZONTAL RESERVATION
The following posts are reserved under horizontal categories as per government rules.
Ex-Servicemen
02
Posts
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdowns
Post #1
Seats: 10 Posts
Sweeper/Safai karamchari
CATEGORY-WISE RESERVATION BREAKDOWN
UR / General
05
Posts
OBC
02
Posts
SC
01
Posts
ST
01
Posts
EWS
01
Posts
Post #2
Seats: 15 Posts
Chowkidar
CATEGORY-WISE RESERVATION BREAKDOWN
UR / General
07
Posts
OBC
04
Posts
SC
02
Posts
ST
01
Posts
EWS
01
Posts
Educational Eligibility & Age Criteria
Minimum academic qualifications, degree disciplines, and age limits as per notification.
Qualification
Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board
Required Degrees
Matriculation or equivalent
Age Limit
18–27 years
Age Cut-off Date
01 Jun 2026
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 plus 3 years, up to age 55 years Government employees: No age relaxation under the stated rules.
Age Condition
Date of birth must be between 02 June 1999 and 01 June 2008
Nationality
Indian
Other Conditions
Educational qualification, experience and other eligibility conditions, except age, are determined as on 11 November 2026.
Selection Process & Examination Stages
Sequential recruitment workflow and candidate examination milestones.
01
Stage 01
Phase 1 of 2
Qualifying / Screening Round
Objective / MCQ Examination
02
Stage 02
Final Milestone
Final Merit & Recommendation
Interview
Process Scheme & Important Instructions
Official Guideline
• Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on the objective examination. The number called for interview will be a maximum of 10 times the total vacancies. Final selection will be based on objective examination and interview marks. There are no minimum qualifying marks for the interview
Examination Scheme & Details
Test pattern, duration, marking structure, and minimum qualifying criteria.
Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Online (CBT)
120 minutes; (160 minutes for PwD candidates)
100
Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Online (CBT)
120 minutes; (160 minutes for PwD candidates)
100
| Exam Parameter | Specification / Details |
|---|---|
|
Exam Mode
|
Online (CBT) |
|
Exam Pattern
|
Objective (MCQ) |
|
Total Questions
|
100 |
|
Total Marks
|
Objective examination: 100 marks; • Interview: 15 marks. |
|
Marks Per Question
|
1 mark |
|
Exam Duration
|
120 minutes; (160 minutes for PwD candidates) |
|
Negative Marking
|
Yes — 0.25 marks |
|
Question Language
|
English & Hindi |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
7 Categories Configured
Minimum Qualifying Marks
7 Categories Configured
| Category | Passing Marks / % |
|---|---|
|
General
|
50% |
|
SC
|
45% |
|
ST
|
45% |
|
OBC
|
45% |
|
EWS
|
50% |
|
PwD
|
45% |
|
ESM
|
45% |
Required Documents & Certificates
Certificates and files needed for online application, reservation claims & scrutiny.
Required Documents Checklist
12 Documents Listed
2 Mandatory
Required Documents Checklist
12 Documents Listed
2 Mandatory
| Document / Certificate Name | Requirement Status |
|---|---|
|
Recent photograph
|
Mandatory |
|
Aadhaar Card
|
Mandatory |
|
SC Certificate
|
If Applicable |
|
ST Certificate
|
If Applicable |
|
OBC Certificate
|
If Applicable |
|
OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate
|
If Applicable |
|
EWS Income and Asset Certificate
|
If Applicable |
|
PwBD Certificate
|
If Applicable |
|
Ex-Servicemen Supporting Certificate
|
If Applicable |
|
Educational Qualification Documents
|
If Applicable |
|
Experience Certificate
|
Optional |
|
Required document details will be shared with you via email after booking our Professional Apply Service.
|
If Applicable |
Claim & Reservation Documents
5 Certificates Configured
Claim & Reservation Documents
5 Certificates Configured
| Reservation / Claim Category Document | Condition / Rule |
|---|---|
|
SC/ST Certificate
|
Applicable |
|
EWS Income Certificate
|
Income and Asset Certificate required for EWS claim |
|
OBC Certificate
|
OBC (Delhi) certificate and OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate as specified in the notification |
|
PwD Certificate
|
Yes |
|
Ex-Servicemen Certificate
|
Yes |
Upload Instructions & Specifications
File Format, Size & Upload Rules
Upload Instructions & Specifications
File Format, Size & Upload Rules
Official Upload Guidelines
Important Note
• Upload a recent, clear colour photograph with a plain white or off-white background, full face facing forward and eyes open.
• Blurred or illegible photograph/signature may result in rejection.
• Photo identity proof must be scanned in JPG/JPEG format, between 15 KB and 60 KB.
• Minimum image resolution: PAN Card/Driving Licence — 300 × 200 pixels; Voter ID — 200 × 300 pixels; Passport — 450 × 350 pixels.
• If Aadhaar is provided as identity proof, a scanned ID proof is not required.
• Supporting documents will be sought during online e-dossier submission for shortlisted candidates.
• Category certificates must be available as required by the notification.
• Blurred or illegible photograph/signature may result in rejection.
• Photo identity proof must be scanned in JPG/JPEG format, between 15 KB and 60 KB.
• Minimum image resolution: PAN Card/Driving Licence — 300 × 200 pixels; Voter ID — 200 × 300 pixels; Passport — 450 × 350 pixels.
• If Aadhaar is provided as identity proof, a scanned ID proof is not required.
• Supporting documents will be sought during online e-dossier submission for shortlisted candidates.
• Category certificates must be available as required by the notification.
Application Fee & Category-Wise Structure
Official prescribed fees, category exemptions, and transaction charges.
Category-Wise Prescribed Fees
8 Categories Listed
Category-Wise Prescribed Fees
8 Categories Listed
General / UR
₹ 100/-
OBC
₹ 100/-
EWS
₹ 100/-
SC
Exempted
ST
Exempted
Female Candidates
Exempted
PwD (Divyang)
Exempted
Ex-Servicemen
Exempted
Application Fee Summary (Overall)
Prescribed Fee Details
Application Fee Summary (Overall)
Prescribed Fee Details
As Per Category
Accepted Payment Modes & Gateways
Online & Offline Modes
Accepted Payment Modes & Gateways
Online & Offline Modes
Pay the Exam Fee Through Online / Offline Fee Mode Only (SBI e-Pay only)
Important Dates & Official Timeline
Complete schedule of official notifications, online application dates, fee deadlines, and exam timeline.
Recruitment Stage
Status
Timeline Date
Official Notification Release
Advertisement Published
Released
09 Oct 2026
Released
Online Application Begins
Opening Date of Registration
Registration Started
13 Oct 2026
Registration Started
Last Date to Apply Online
Strict Submission Deadline
Closing Deadline (11:59 PM)
11 Nov 2026
Closing Deadline (11:59 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date
Online Payment Closes
Payment Cutoff
11 Nov 2026
Payment Cutoff
Admit Card / Hall Ticket Release
Call Letter Available
Hall Ticket
Notify Soon
Hall Ticket
Examination Schedule (CBT / Written)
Tier / Stage-1 Exam
Exam Phase
Notify Soon
Exam Phase
Result & Scorecard Declaration
Final Merit List
Scorecard
Notify Soon
Scorecard
| Recruitment Event / Stage | Important Date | Status & Details |
|---|---|---|
|
Official Notification Release
Advertisement Published
|
09 Oct 2026 | Released |
|
Online Application Begins
Opening Date of Registration
|
13 Oct 2026 | Registration Started |
|
Last Date to Apply Online
Strict Submission Deadline
|
11 Nov 2026 | Closing Deadline (11:59 PM) |
|
Fee Payment Last Date
Online Payment Closes
|
11 Nov 2026 | Payment Cutoff |
|
Admit Card / Hall Ticket Release
Call Letter Available
|
Notify Soon | Hall Ticket |
|
Examination Schedule (CBT / Written)
Tier / Stage-1 Exam
|
Notify Soon | Exam Phase |
|
Result & Scorecard Declaration
Final Merit List
|
Notify Soon | Scorecard |
Official Links & Direct Downloads
Verified official notification PDF downloads, department website, and syllabus links.
Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official gazette advertisement & rules
Official Department Website
Visit the official organization page
Official Answer Key & Challenge Link
Check official answer sheet and raise objections
Examination Result & Cutoff Link
Check score card, merit list and category cut-off marks
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Candidate Advisory:
Selection for government posts is strictly based on merit and competitive examinations. The recruiting body never appoints agents or charges unauthorized fees.