DSSSB Delhi Courts Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 641 Vacancies
Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has invited online applications on behalf of Delhi District Courts for five categories of posts under Advertisement No. 04/2026.
DSSSB Delhi Courts Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Recruiting Board | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
|---|---|
| User Departments | District & Sessions Courts and District & Sessions Courts (Family Courts), Delhi |
| Advertisement | No. 04/2026, dated 30-09-2026 |
| Posts | Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon |
| Total Vacancies | 641 tentative vacancies |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
Vacancy and Pay-Level Details
| Post Code | Post | District Courts | Family Courts | Total | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 805/26 | Senior Personal Assistant | 27 | - | 27 | Level 8 |
| 805/26 | Personal Assistant | 189 | 17 | 206 | Level 7 |
| 806/26 | Junior Judicial Assistant | 151 | 23 | 174 | Level 5 |
| 807/26 | Process Server | 91 | 1 | 92 | Level 4 |
| 808/26 | Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | 139 | 3 | 142 | Level 3 |
| Grand Total | 641 | - | |||
Category-wise Vacancy Summary
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | PwBD (included) | ESM (included) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 217 | 176 | 116 | 75 | 57 | 641 | 54 | 41 |
Vacancies are tentative and include backlog vacancies. PwBD and Ex-servicemen figures are included within the category totals.
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 30 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 6 October 2026, 12:00 noon |
| Last date to apply | 4 November 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Age reckoning date | 1 June 2026 |
| Qualification/experience cut-off | 4 November 2026 |
| Examination date | To be announced on the official websites |
Educational Qualifications
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Graduate; shorthand speed of at least 110 w.p.m. and typing speed of 40 w.p.m. |
| Personal Assistant | Graduate; shorthand speed of 100 w.p.m., typing speed of 40 w.p.m. and computer knowledge. |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Graduate with computer typing speed of at least 40 w.p.m. |
| Process Server | Matriculation or equivalent / Higher Secondary, with LMV driving licence and two years of unblemished driving experience. |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. |
Age Limit and 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 plus 3 years, subject to a maximum age of 55 years |
The advertisement states that there is no age-relaxation provision for government employees based merely on three years of regular and continuous government service.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General candidates | Rs.100 |
| Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-servicemen | Exempted |
The prescribed fee must be paid online through SBI e-pay. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
| Post | Tier-I | Later Stages |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant / Personal Assistant | 90 MCQs, 90 marks, 90 minutes | English descriptive test (75 marks), shorthand/typing skill test and interview (10 marks) |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | 120 MCQs, 120 marks, 120 minutes | English descriptive test (100 marks), 40-w.p.m. typing test and interview (15 marks) |
| Process Server | 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 120 minutes | Qualifying driving test in real traffic and interview (15 marks) |
| Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon | 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 120 minutes | Interview (15 marks) |
- Each MCQ carries one mark; 0.25 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
- Minimum qualifying marks for Tier-I MCQ and Tier-II descriptive tests: UR/EWS 50%; OBC (Delhi)/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM 45%.
- SPA, PA and JJA Tier-I tests are in English only. Process Server and Peon Tier-I tests are bilingual, except the English and Hindi language sections.
- Final merit is prepared by Delhi District Courts as specified for each post.
Tier-I Subject Distribution
| Posts | Subjects |
|---|---|
| SPA / PA | General English & Comprehension: 50; General Knowledge/Current Affairs: 20; General Intelligence: 20 |
| JJA | General English & Comprehension: 60; General Knowledge/Current Affairs: 30; General Intelligence: 30 |
| Process Server / Peon | English: 25; Hindi: 25; General Knowledge/Current Affairs: 25; Arithmetic: 25 |
Download Notification and Apply Online
On the DSSSB vacancies page, open Advertisement No. 04/2026. The online application link will be available from 6 October 2026 at 12:00 noon.
How to Apply
- Visit the DSSSB online portal and complete one-time registration, if not already registered.
- Log in with the generated user ID and password.
- Select Advertisement No. 04/2026 and the eligible post code.
- Enter the required personal, educational and category information carefully.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the fee through SBI e-pay, where applicable.
- Submit the form before 11:00 PM on 4 November 2026 and save a printout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in DSSSB Delhi Courts Recruitment 2026?
Advertisement No. 04/2026 announces 641 tentative vacancies across five post categories in Delhi District Courts and Family Courts.
What are the application dates?
Online applications may be submitted from 6 October 2026 at 12:00 noon to 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM.
What is the age limit?
The common age limit is 18 to below 27 years as on 1 June 2026. Eligible categories receive relaxation according to the notification.
What is the DSSSB application fee?
The application fee is Rs.100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. One-fourth mark, or 0.25 mark, is deducted for each wrong answer in the MCQ examination.
Can candidates apply offline?
No. Applications are accepted only online through the DSSSB application portal.