If you have been preparing for a secure government job in Delhi, here is an excellent opportunity for you! The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has officially released the much-awaited Advertisement No. 01/2026.
Through this notification, DSSSB has announced a total of 911 vacancies for Group-B technical and non-technical posts. These include Legal Assistant, Assistant Engineer (AE Civil), Junior Engineer (JE Civil), and Grade-II / Assistant Section Officer (ASO) across various departments like the Delhi Jal Board, Services Department, and NDMC.
In this complete post, we will cover all the crucial details like important dates, eligibility criteria, application fees, exam pattern, and how to apply online smoothly.
1. Quick Overview of DSSSB Advt 01/2026
Here is a simple summary of the recruitment drive:
| Information | Details |
| Recruitment Board | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 |
| Posts Available | Legal Assistant, AE (Civil), JE (Civil), ASO |
| Total Vacancies | 911 Posts |
| Job Location | Delhi (NCT Government Departments) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in / dsssbonline.nic.in |
2. Important Dates to Remember
Make sure you do not miss the application deadline. Save these dates for your reference:
- Official Notification Release Date: 20 February 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 24 February 2026 (From 12:00 Noon)
- Last Date to Apply Online: 25 March 2026 (Till 11:59 PM)
- Last Date to Pay Application Fee: 25 March 2026
- Exam Date: Will be announced later
- Admit Card Release: 7-10 days before the exam
3. Post-Wise Vacancy Details
A total of 911 seats are available. Here is the post-wise breakdown of vacancies:
| Post Name | Department | Total Vacancies |
| Grade-II / Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | Services Department | 576 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Delhi Jal Board | 180 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | NDMC | 101 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Delhi Jal Board | 32 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | DAMB | 1 |
| Legal Assistant | Multiple Departments (DPCC, DUSIB, etc.) | 10 |
| Assistant Section Officer | DPCC / DUSIB | 11 |
| Total Vacancies | 911 Posts |
(Note: These seats are further divided into General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories according to government reservation rules.)
4. Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
Before you fill out the application, please check the education and age requirements for your desired post carefully.
A. Educational Qualification
- Assistant Section Officer (ASO) / Grade-II: You must hold a basic Bachelor’s Degree in any stream (Arts, Science, Commerce) from a recognized university. Basic computer proficiency is required for some departments.
- Junior Engineer (JE Civil): You must have a Degree in Civil Engineering OR a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering with 2 years of work experience.
- Assistant Engineer (AE Civil): You need a complete Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university. No prior experience is required for the Delhi Jal Board.
- Legal Assistant: You must have a Degree in Law (LLB). Additionally, you will need 1 to 3 years of experience as a Legal Practitioner or working in the legal department of a government body (requirements vary slightly depending on the specific department).
B. Age Limit (As of 25 March 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 to 21 Years (Depending on the post).
- ASO & Legal Assistant: Maximum age up to 30 years (35 years for specific departments).
- AE / JE Civil: Maximum age up to 30 years (32 years for NDMC/DAMB).
(Age relaxation is provided to SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates as per Delhi Government rules. OBC relaxation is mostly applicable only for Delhi-certified OBC candidates.)
5. Application Fee
You have to pay the application fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking (SBI e-pay only).
| Candidate Category | Form Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / All Women Candidates | Free (Rs. 0/-) |
6. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process varies slightly based on the post you are applying for.
- One-Tier Technical Exam: For the posts of Assistant Engineer (AE) and Junior Engineer (JE), there will be a single objective-type written exam of 3 hours. The final merit list will be made based on these marks.
- Two-Tier Exam: For the posts of ASO and Legal Assistant, there will be a Tier-1 (Qualifying) and Tier-2 (Main) written exam.
- Document Verification: Checking original mark sheets and certificates.
- Medical Test: Basic fitness check.
Important Note: There will be a strict negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
7. Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a handsome salary under the 7th Pay Commission along with standard government allowances (DA, HRA, TA).
- Legal Assistant & AE Civil: Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400)
- JE Civil: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400)
- ASO / Grade-II: Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400)
8. How to Apply Online
Follow these easy steps from your computer or mobile to apply for the DSSSB Vacancy 2026:
- Visit the official DSSSB online application portal:
dsssbonline.nic.in. - Click on the “New Registration” button. (If you have applied for DSSSB exams before, simply log in using your Date of Birth, 10th Roll Number, and Password).
- Once registered, log in and select “Apply Online” for Advertisement No. 01/2026 against your preferred post (Legal Assistant, AE, JE, or ASO).
- Fill out the application form carefully with your personal details, educational qualifications, and category information.
- Upload a clear passport-size photo and your signature in the required format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form, download the final PDF, and print a copy to keep it safe for future reference.