DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026: 641 Posts, Eligibility, Salary, Exam Pattern & Apply Online

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the Combined Examination 2026 on behalf of the Delhi District Courts and Family Courts. The recruitment covers 641 tentative vacancies, including backlog, for Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon posts. final_adv_1

The online application process starts on 6 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon and the last date to submit the application is 4 November 2026 up to 11:00 PM. Applications are accepted online only through the DSSSB online application portal. final_adv_1

This recruitment is particularly important because the eligibility ranges from Matriculation to Graduation, depending on the post. Candidates can therefore find opportunities ranging from Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon and Process Server to Junior Judicial Assistant, Personal Assistant and Senior Personal Assistant. However, each post has different educational and skill requirements, so candidates should check the exact eligibility before applying. final_adv_1

The current DSSSB online portal also lists the four relevant post-code groups: 805/26, 806/26, 807/26 and 808/26.

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Recruiting Organization	Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
Recruitment For	Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts
Advertisement No.	04/2026
Advertisement Date	30 September 2026
Total Vacancies	641 Tentative, Including Backlog
Posts	Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon
Application Mode	Online Only
Application Start	06 October 2026, 12:00 Noon
Last Date	04 November 2026, 11:00 PM
Age Limit	18–27 Years, as on 01 June 2026, subject to applicable relaxation
Application Fee	₹100; exemptions as per notification
Job Location	Delhi District Courts / Family Courts

The official advertisement identifies DSSSB as the recruiting board and states that applications are invited on behalf of the Delhi District Courts for the advertised posts. final_adv_1

DSSSB Delhi District Courts Vacancy 2026

The recruitment contains 641 tentative vacancies, including backlog.

The post-wise distribution is:

Post	Post Code	Department	Vacancies
Senior Personal Assistant	805/26	District & Sessions Courts	27
Personal Assistant	805/26	District & Sessions Courts	189
Personal Assistant	805/26	Family Courts	17
Junior Judicial Assistant	806/26	District & Sessions Courts	151
Junior Judicial Assistant	806/26	Family Courts	23
Process Server	807/26	District & Sessions Courts	91
Process Server	807/26	Family Courts	1
Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon	808/26	District & Sessions Courts	139
Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon	808/26	Family Courts	3
Grand Total			641

The notification’s grand total is 641 vacancies, with 217 UR, 176 OBC, 116 SC, 75 ST and 57 EWS vacancies. The advertisement also reports 54 PwBD and 41 ESM vacancies, as applicable within the notified posts. final_adv_1

Important Vacancy Note

The 641 vacancies are explicitly described as tentative and based on inputs received from the indenting departments. The number can therefore change. final_adv_1

Post-wise Eligibility, Salary and Age Limit

One of the most important points in this recruitment is that all five post groups do not have the same eligibility criteria.

1. Senior Personal Assistant

The Senior Personal Assistant post is under the District & Sessions Courts.

Post Code	805/26
Vacancies	27
Qualification	Graduate with shorthand speed of at least 110 w.p.m. and typewriting speed of 40 w.p.m.
Experience	Nil
Pay Scale	₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,800; Group-B Non-Gazetted
Age	18–27 years as on 01/06/2026

The official advertisement gives these requirements on page 3. final_adv_1

2. Personal Assistant – District & Sessions Courts

There are 189 vacancies for Personal Assistant in the District & Sessions Courts.

Post Code	805/26
Vacancies	189
Qualification	Graduate + shorthand speed 100 w.p.m. + typing speed 40 w.p.m. + computer knowledge
Experience	Nil
Pay Scale	₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,600; Group-B Non-Gazetted
Age	18–27 years as on 01/06/2026

The same qualification applies to the 17 Personal Assistant vacancies in Family Courts. final_adv_1 final_adv_1

3. Junior Judicial Assistant

The Junior Judicial Assistant recruitment is divided between District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts.

The total is 174 vacancies.

Post Code	806/26
Total Vacancies	174
Qualification	Graduate with typing speed of at least 40 words per minute on computer
Experience	Nil
Pay Scale	₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,800; Group-C
Age	18–27 years as on 01/06/2026

The District & Sessions Courts have 151 JJA vacancies, while the Family Courts have 23 vacancies. final_adv_1

4. Process Server

There are 92 Process Server vacancies in total.

Post Code	807/26
Total Vacancies	92
Qualification	Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board / Higher Secondary with LMV driving licence and 2 years unblemished driving experience
Experience	As specified in the essential qualification
Pay Scale	₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,400; Group-C
Age	18–27 years as on 01/06/2026

The District & Sessions Courts have 91 Process Server vacancies, while Family Courts have 1 vacancy. final_adv_1

5. Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon

This is the largest single post category, with 142 vacancies.

Post Code	808/26
Total Vacancies	142
Qualification	Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized Board
Experience	Nil
Pay Scale	₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000; Group-C
Age	18–27 years as on 01/06/2026

There are 139 vacancies in District & Sessions Courts and 3 vacancies in Family Courts. final_adv_1

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date / Time
Advertisement Date	30 September 2026
Application Starts	06 October 2026, 12:00 Noon
Application Closes	04 November 2026, 11:00 PM
Age Reckoning Date	01 June 2026
Qualification / Experience Cut-off	04 November 2026
Exam / Interview Date	To be notified

The notification says the date of examination/interview will be communicated later through the DSSSB and Delhi District Courts websites. final_adv_1

DSSSB Age Limit 2026

For the posts covered by this advertisement, the standard age requirement is 18 to 27 years, with age reckoned as on 1 June 2026.

Category	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	Period of Military Service + 3 Years, maximum up to 55 years

The notification specifies that a candidate ordinarily must have been born not earlier than 02 June 1999 and not later than 01 June 2008 for the 18–27 age bracket, subject to applicable relaxations. final_adv_1

For PwBD candidates, the advertisement states that the relevant age relaxation applies where the post is identified as suitable for persons with disabilities. final_adv_1

DSSSB Application Fee 2026

The application fee is ₹100.

Candidate Category	Fee
General / Applicable Non-Exempt Candidates	₹100
Women Candidates	Exempted
SC / ST	Exempted
PwBD	Exempted
Ex-Servicemen	Exempted, subject to notification conditions

The fee must be paid through SBI e-Pay. The notification says that other payment modes will not be accepted and the fee once paid will not be refunded. final_adv_1

Important: An Ex-Serviceman who has already obtained regular civil employment after using the ESM reservation benefit may not qualify for the fee concession under the conditions specified in the notification. final_adv_1

DSSSB Selection Process 2026

The selection process is post-specific. This is one of the most important aspects of Advertisement No. 04/2026.

Different post codes have different examination schemes:

• Senior Personal Assistant / Personal Assistant: Tier-I MCQ → Tier-II Descriptive → Tier-III Skill Test → Tier-IV Interview
• Junior Judicial Assistant: Tier-I MCQ → Tier-II Descriptive → Tier-III Typing Test → Tier-IV Interview
• Process Server: Tier-I MCQ → Driving/Skill Test → Interview
• Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon: Tier-I MCQ → Interview

The official notification sets out these schemes separately from pages 9 to 12. final_adv_1 final_adv_1

Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant Exam Pattern

For Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant, Tier-I is a 90-mark MCQ test of 90 minutes.

Stage	Details
Tier-I	90 MCQs, 90 Marks, 90 Minutes
Tier-II	Descriptive English, 75 Marks, 90 Minutes
Tier-III – Senior PA	Shorthand 110 w.p.m. + Typing 40 w.p.m.
Tier-III – PA	Shorthand 100 w.p.m. + Typing 40 w.p.m.
Tier-IV	Interview – 10 Marks

Tier-I Subjects

• General English & Comprehension – 50 questions / 50 marks
• General Knowledge including Current Affairs – 20 questions / 20 marks
• General Intelligence – 20 questions / 20 marks

Total: 90 questions / 90 marks.

The MCQ examination is conducted in English only. final_adv_1

Tier-II Descriptive English

The descriptive paper contains:

• Essay of 250 words – 30 marks
• Grammar – 25 marks
• Translation of 20 words – 20 marks

Total: 75 marks.

The notification states that candidates shortlisted from Tier-I can be called for the descriptive test, with the number not exceeding 25 times the advertised vacancies. Candidates qualifying Tier-II can then be called for the skill test, with the number not exceeding 10 times the vacancies. final_adv_1

Senior PA Skill Test

For Senior Personal Assistant:

• 550-word passage
• Dictation time: 5 minutes
• Transcription time: 40 minutes
• Maximum permissible mistakes: 4%, i.e. 22 mistakes
• Two opportunities are provided; the better performance is considered

Personal Assistant Skill Test

For Personal Assistant:

• 500-word passage
• Dictation time: 5 minutes
• Transcription time: 40 minutes
• Maximum permissible mistakes: 4%, i.e. 20 mistakes
• Two opportunities are provided; the better performance is considered. final_adv_1

The skill test is qualifying in nature. Candidates qualifying it become eligible for the interview. final_adv_1

Junior Judicial Assistant Exam Pattern 2026

The JJA examination has four stages.

Stage	Details
Tier-I	120 MCQs, 120 Marks, 120 Minutes
Tier-II	Descriptive English, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes
Tier-III	Typing Test at 40 w.p.m.
Tier-III Marks	15 Marks; conducted by Delhi District Courts
Tier-IV	Interview; no minimum qualifying marks

JJA Tier-I Subjects

• General English & Comprehension – 60 marks
• General Knowledge including Current Affairs – 30 marks
• General Intelligence – 30 marks

Total: 120 questions / 120 marks.

The examination language for the MCQ paper is English only. final_adv_1

JJA Tier-II

The descriptive English paper contains:

• Essay of 300 words – 50 marks
• Grammar – 30 marks
• Translation of 25 words – 20 marks

Total: 100 marks. final_adv_1

The number of candidates called for the skill test will not be more than 10 times the advertised vacancies.

JJA Typing Test

The typing test is at 40 words per minute and is conducted by the Delhi District Courts. The skill test is qualifying in nature. final_adv_1

Process Server Exam Pattern 2026

The Process Server recruitment has a different examination structure.

Stage	Details
Tier-I	100 MCQs, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes
Tier-II	Driving / Skill Test – Qualifying
Tier-III	Interview – 15 Marks

Tier-I Subjects

• English – 25 marks
• Hindi – 25 marks
• General Knowledge including Current Affairs – 25 marks
• Arithmetic – 25 marks

Total: 100 marks.

The MCQ paper is bilingual, English and Hindi, except for the respective English and Hindi language questions. final_adv_1

The Driving Test is qualifying only and is conducted under real traffic conditions. final_adv_1

The final selection is based on the combined marks of Tier-I and the interview, subject to the prescribed process. final_adv_1

Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon Exam Pattern 2026

For Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon, the examination structure is simpler.

Stage	Details
Tier-I	100 MCQs, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes
Tier-II	Interview – 15 Marks

Tier-I Subjects

• English – 25 marks
• Hindi – 25 marks
• General Knowledge including Current Affairs – 25 marks
• Arithmetic – 25 marks

Total: 100 marks.

The examination is bilingual, except for the English and Hindi language questions. final_adv_1

The number of candidates called for interview can be up to 10 times the total vacancies. The interview carries 15 marks and has no minimum qualifying marks. final_adv_1

DSSSB Negative Marking 2026

The advertisement provides 0.25 marks negative marking for every wrong answer in the MCQ examinations.

Each MCQ carries 1 mark. final_adv_1

This applies across the relevant objective examinations under the combined examination scheme.

Qualifying Marks

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
UR / EWS	50%
OBC (Delhi) / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM	45%

The notification states these minimum qualifying percentages for Tier-I MCQ and Tier-II Descriptive examinations where applicable. final_adv_1

Important: Minimum qualifying marks are not the same as the final selection cut-off. DSSSB can prescribe a higher cut-off depending on candidate performance and vacancy availability. final_adv_1

DSSSB Reservation Rules 2026

Reservation benefits are available to eligible SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, ESM and other applicable categories according to the relevant Government instructions and Rule 8 of the DDC Rules, 2012. final_adv_1

Important OBC Rule

This is particularly important for candidates from outside Delhi.

The notification states that only OBC (Delhi) candidates meeting the specified requirements receive OBC reservation/age-relaxation benefits.

An OBC candidate from outside Delhi is treated as Unreserved and must apply under the UR category. final_adv_1

For eligible Delhi OBC candidates, the notification requires:

• OBC certificate issued on or before 4 November 2026
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026
• The NCL certificate must also be available by the application closing date. final_adv_1

This is an important point for JobDekho readers from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and other states: having an OBC certificate from another state does not automatically provide Delhi OBC reservation in this recruitment.

DSSSB EWS Certificate Requirement

Candidates claiming EWS reservation must possess the prescribed Income & Asset Certificate.

The notification states that the EWS certificate must be valid for Financial Year 2026–27, based on income for Financial Year 2025–26, and must be issued on or before 4 November 2026. final_adv_1

DSSSB Application Process 2026

The application process is completely online.

Step 1 – DSSSB Registration

Candidates must first register on the DSSSB online portal.

The registration is a one-time exercise. The generated user ID and password are used for subsequent DSSSB examinations as well. final_adv_1

Step 2 – Login

Use the registration credentials to access the application.

Step 3 – Select the Relevant Examination/Post

Candidates should carefully check the post code and eligibility before selecting the post.

Step 4 – Enter Details

Fill in personal, educational, category and other required information.

Step 5 – Upload Photograph and Signature

The advertisement specifically requires a recent, clear colour photograph. The photograph should have a plain white or off-white background, full face, front view and open eyes. Blurred or illegible photographs/signatures can lead to rejection. final_adv_1

Step 6 – Pay Fee

Where applicable, pay ₹100 through SBI e-Pay.

Step 7 – Final Review

Check every field carefully before submitting.

The notification clearly says that after submission, correction/modification, including change of category, will not be entertained. final_adv_1

Step 8 – Save the Application

Take a printout/save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important DSSSB Application Rules You Should Not Miss

Only One Registration

Only one DSSSB registration is permitted.

If multiple registrations are detected, they can lead to cancellation and debarment from DSSSB examinations. final_adv_1

Only One Application

Only one online application is permitted for this examination. Multiple applications can result in rejection/cancellation. final_adv_1

No Offline Application

Applications submitted by:

• Post
• By hand
• Email
• Any other offline mode

will not be accepted. final_adv_1

Eligibility Is Checked Later

The application is accepted on a provisional basis. Detailed scrutiny is conducted by the concerned user department through the e-dossier/document verification process. final_adv_1

Therefore, successfully submitting the application does not mean that the candidate has been finally declared eligible.

Post and Department Preference – Very Important

DSSSB will conduct separate combined examinations according to the respective post codes.

The candidates’ preferences for posts/departments will be obtained by the Delhi District Courts at the interview stage.

Once preferences are exercised, they are treated as final and cannot subsequently be changed. final_adv_1

This means candidates should understand the eligibility of each post before reaching the preference stage.

If a candidate is found ineligible for a selected post during document scrutiny, the candidature for that opted post can be rejected, and the candidate cannot demand allotment to another post/department as a substitute. final_adv_1

Who Should Apply for DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026?

The answer depends on the post.

Graduates with shorthand skills

Candidates with graduation plus shorthand and typing skills can consider:

• Senior Personal Assistant
• Personal Assistant

Graduates with computer typing skills

Candidates with graduation and at least 40 w.p.m. computer typing can consider:

• Junior Judicial Assistant

Matriculation candidates with driving experience

Candidates meeting the prescribed driving licence and experience conditions can consider:

• Process Server

Matriculation candidates

Candidates with Matriculation/equivalent can consider:

• Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon

This makes the recruitment accessible to candidates from different educational backgrounds, but each candidate must independently verify the exact Recruitment Rules applicable to the selected post and department.

Who Should Not Apply Without Checking Eligibility?

A candidate should not submit the application merely because they meet the general age requirement.

Before applying, check:

• Required educational qualification
• Required shorthand speed, where applicable
• Required typing speed
• Computer knowledge, where applicable
• Driving licence and experience for Process Server
• Category certificate
• OBC Delhi eligibility
• EWS certificate validity
• PwBD suitability
• ESM conditions
• Age and applicable relaxation

The notification explicitly places responsibility on the candidate to ensure eligibility for each opted post/department. final_adv_1

Documents and E-Dossier

Candidates should keep their educational, category and other supporting documents ready.

The important document-related process is the e-dossier.

DSSSB states that supporting documents will be sought when candidates are called for e-dossier/document verification. If a candidate fails to upload the required e-dossier within the prescribed period, candidature can be rejected without another opportunity. final_adv_1

Candidates should therefore keep clear copies of:

• Matriculation certificate
• Graduation certificate/marksheets, wherever applicable
• Shorthand/typing-related supporting documents, where required
• Category certificate
• OBC Delhi/NCL certificate, where applicable
• EWS Income & Asset Certificate
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• ESM documents, where applicable
• Driving licence for Process Server
• Other documents required under the applicable Recruitment Rules

DSSSB Exam Preparation Strategy

Because this is a combined examination with different post-specific schemes, preparation should be based on the post code.

For Senior PA / PA

Focus heavily on:

• English grammar
• English comprehension
• Current affairs
• General Knowledge
• General Intelligence
• Essay writing
• Translation
• Shorthand
• Typing

The skill test should be practised separately because the required shorthand speed is 110 w.p.m. for Senior PA and 100 w.p.m. for PA. final_adv_1

For Junior Judicial Assistant

Give priority to:

• General English & Comprehension
• General Knowledge/current affairs
• General Intelligence
• English essay writing
• Grammar
• Translation
• Computer typing at 40 w.p.m.

For Process Server

Preparation should cover:

• English
• Hindi
• General Knowledge/current affairs
• Arithmetic
• Driving skills

The driving test is conducted in real traffic conditions, so candidates should not prepare only for the written paper. final_adv_1

For Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon

Focus on:

• English
• Hindi
• General Knowledge/current affairs
• Arithmetic
• Interview preparation

DSSSB Recruitment 2026 – Candidate Checklist

Check Before Applying	Status to Verify
Age	18–27 years as on 01/06/2026, subject to relaxation
Educational Qualification	Matches the selected post
Typing / Shorthand	Meets the exact post requirement
Driving Requirement	LMV licence + required experience for Process Server
OBC Claim	Eligible OBC Delhi status + required NCL certificate
EWS Claim	Valid FY 2026–27 Income & Asset Certificate
Photograph	Recent, clear colour photograph as instructed
Application	Only one application; details checked before final submission
Fee	₹100 through SBI e-Pay if applicable
Deadline	04 November 2026, 11:00 PM

DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

1. What is DSSSB Advertisement No. 04/2026?

Ans: DSSSB Advertisement No. 04/2026 is a Combined Examination 2026 recruitment conducted by the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board on behalf of Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts for Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon posts.

2. How many vacancies are available in DSSSB Recruitment 2026?

Ans: There are 641 tentative vacancies, including backlog, under Advertisement No. 04/2026.

3. What posts are included in DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The recruitment covers Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon.

4. What is the age limit?

Ans: The standard age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 1 June 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.

5. What is the qualification for Junior Judicial Assistant?

Ans: A candidate must be a graduate and have a typing speed of at least 40 words per minute on a computer.

6. What is the qualification for Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon?

Ans: Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized Board is required.

7. What is the qualification for Process Server?

Ans: The notification requires Matriculation/equivalent from a recognized Board or Higher Secondary with an LMV driving licence and two years of unblemished driving experience.

8. What is the application fee?

Ans: The application fee is ₹100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted subject to the conditions in the advertisement.

9. What is the last date to apply?

Ans: The last date for online application submission is 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM.

10. Is there negative marking?

Ans: Yes. There is a deduction of 0.25 marks for each wrong MCQ answer.

11. Is there a typing test for Junior Judicial Assistant?

Ans: Yes. The JJA selection process includes a typing test at 40 words per minute.

12. Is shorthand required for Personal Assistant?

Ans: Yes. Personal Assistant requires shorthand speed of 100 words per minute and typing speed of 40 words per minute.

13. Is shorthand required for Senior Personal Assistant?

Ans: Yes. Senior Personal Assistant requires shorthand speed of 110 words per minute and typewriting speed of 40 words per minute.

14. Can candidates from outside Delhi claim OBC reservation?

Ans: The notification states that OBC candidates from outside Delhi are treated as Unreserved for this recruitment. OBC reservation/age-relaxation benefits are available to eligible OBC (Delhi) candidates meeting the prescribed requirements.

15. Is the application offline?

Ans: No. Applications are accepted through online mode only.

16. When will the DSSSB exam be conducted?

Ans: The examination/interview dates have not been specified in the advertisement. DSSSB and the Delhi District Courts will communicate the schedule later through their official websites.

17. Can I submit more than one application?

Ans: No. The notification allows only one online application for the examination. Multiple applications can result in cancellation and debarment.

18. Is the 641 vacancy figure final?

Ans: No. The notification describes the vacancies as tentative and states that they are based on inputs from the indenting departments.

Final Words

The DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026 is a broad recruitment opportunity because it covers multiple court posts with different educational and skill requirements. With 641 tentative vacancies, the recruitment includes opportunities for both Matriculation-level and Graduate-level candidates.

However, candidates should not treat this as one common eligibility recruitment. Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon all have different qualification, skill-test and selection requirements.

The most important points to check before submitting the application are:

• Exact post eligibility
• Age as on 1 June 2026
• Qualification/experience cut-off of 4 November 2026
• Typing or shorthand requirement where applicable
• LMV licence and driving experience for Process Server
• Delhi-specific OBC rules
• EWS certificate validity
• Correct category selection
• Only one registration/application
• ₹100 fee through SBI e-Pay, where applicable
• Final submission before 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM

The official advertisement itself warns candidates that eligibility differs between posts/departments and that responsibility for meeting the relevant conditions rests with the candidate. final_adv_1

Official Links

The official DSSSB vacancy information is available through the DSSSB website, while applications are submitted through the DSSSB Online Application Registration System. The current OARS portal lists the relevant 2026 post-code groups.

The official DSSSB OARS portal is currently showing the relevant Senior Personal Assistant/Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon application groups.

Source & Verification