DSSSB Sweeper & Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 25 Posts (Advt No. 05/2026)
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for 25 Group C posts in the District and Sessions Courts, Delhi: 10 Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and 15 Chowkidar. Candidates who have passed Class 10 can apply online. Below you will find vacancy, eligibility, age limit, fee, exam pattern and the application process.
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DSSSB Sweeper & Chowkidar 2026 – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Department | District and Sessions Courts, Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Posts | Sweeper/Safai Karamchari (Post Code 46/26), Chowkidar (Post Code 47/26) |
| Total Vacancy | 25 (tentative) |
| Qualification | 10th (Matriculation) Pass |
| Pay Scale | ₹5,200–₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 (Group C) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection | MCQ Exam + Interview + Final Merit |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 9 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 13 October 2026 (12:00 noon) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 November 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | Before the exam (date not announced) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweeper / Safai Karamchari | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Chowkidar | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| Total | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
The vacancies are tentative and may change. They include 2 posts for Ex-Servicemen (1 in each post).
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent from a recognised board.
- Experience: Not required.
- Eligibility (except age) is determined as on 11 November 2026.
- OBC: Only OBC (Delhi) candidates get OBC benefits. OBC candidates from outside Delhi must apply under UR. The OBC-NCL certificate must be issued between 1 April 2026 and 11 November 2026.
Age Limit (as on 1 June 2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 27 years (born between 2 June 1999 and 1 June 2008)
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Delhi) | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Military service + 3 years (maximum 55 years) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (men) | ₹100 |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The fee is paid online through SBI e-pay and is non-refundable.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the DSSSB online portal dsssbonline.nic.in.
- Complete the one-time OARS registration (do not register more than once).
- Log in and select the post(s) from Advt No. 05/2026.
- Fill in the personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload the photograph, signature and documents as required.
- Pay the fee (if applicable) and submit the form before 11 November 2026.
- Take a printout of the final application for future use.
Selection Process
- Objective / MCQ Exam conducted by DSSSB
- Shortlisting for interview (up to 10 times the vacancies)
- Interview (15 marks) conducted by the Office of the Principal District & Sessions Judge (HQs), Delhi
- Final Merit List and e-Dossier verification
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 120 minutes (160 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates).
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Paper is bilingual (English and Hindi), except the language sections.
- Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS 50%; OBC (Delhi), SC, ST, PwBD and ESM 45%. DSSSB may raise the cut-off.
- The interview has no minimum qualifying marks. Final merit is out of 115 marks.
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download PDF |
| Official Website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many posts are there in DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar 2026?
There are 25 posts: 10 Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and 15 Chowkidar.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
11 November 2026 (11:00 PM).
Q3. What is the educational qualification?
Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent. No experience is required.
Q4. What is the age limit?
18 to 27 years as on 1 June 2026, with relaxation as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹100 for General/OBC/EWS. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen are exempt.
Q6. Can candidates from outside Delhi apply for OBC benefit?
No. Only OBC (Delhi) candidates get the benefit. Others must apply under UR.
Q7. When is the exam?
The date has not been announced yet. Keep checking the official website.
Conclusion
DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar 2026 is a good chance for 10th pass candidates to get a Group C court job in Delhi. Read the official notification, keep your documents ready and apply well before the last date. Bookmark our site for Delhi jobs, admit cards and results.
