DSSSB Delhi District Courts Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 641 Posts

The examination schedule will be communicated separately through the DSSSB and Delhi District Courts websites.

• Only online applications are accepted.
• Candidates can submit only one registration/application as specified in the notification.
• Vacancies are tentative and can change.
• Candidates must independently verify their eligibility for the post they select.
• Post and department preferences exercised at the interview stage are final once confirmed.
• Electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices and smartwatches are prohibited in the examination hall.
• Candidates should retain a copy of the submitted application.
• The examination date will be announced separately.
• Candidates should regularly check the DSSSB and Delhi District Courts websites for further updates.

The recruitment includes vacancies for five major categories of posts.

Out of the total vacancies, the notification lists 54 PwBD vacancies and 41 Ex-Servicemen vacancies. Reservation and suitability conditions vary according to the post.

DSSSB Delhi District Courts Salary / Pay Scale

The pay scales mentioned in the recruitment notification are:

The above are the pay scales stated in the recruitment information; candidates should refer to the official notification for applicable allowances and service conditions.

Post-wise Eligibility

1. Senior Personal Assistant

Candidates should have:

• A Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution.
• Shorthand speed of 110 words per minute.
• Typing speed of 40 words per minute.

2. Personal Assistant

Candidates should have:

• A Bachelor's degree.
• Shorthand speed of 100 words per minute.
• Typing speed of 40 words per minute.
• Knowledge of computers.

3. Junior Judicial Assistant

Candidates should have:

• A Bachelor's degree from a recognized university/institution.
• Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute on computer.

4. Process Server

Candidates should have:

• Matriculation or equivalent qualification from a recognized board.
• A valid LMV driving licence.
• At least 2 years of unblemished driving experience.

5. Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon

Candidates should have:

• Passed Matriculation or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.

The required educational qualification and experience must be possessed by the candidate by 4 November 2026, the crucial date specified in the notification.

Age Limit

The prescribed age limit for all the advertised posts is:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 27 years
• Age will be calculated as on: 1 June 2026

Candidates should have been born between 2 June 1999 and 1 June 2008, both dates inclusive, subject to applicable age relaxation.

Age Relaxation

The notification contains specific conditions for different categories. Candidates should check the official advertisement before claiming relaxation.

The selection process differs according to the post.

Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant

The selection process consists of:

1. Tier-I MCQ Examination
2. Tier-II Descriptive Examination
3. Shorthand and Typing Skill Test
4. Interview

For Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant, the Tier-I examination is used for shortlisting. The final merit is based on the prescribed final stages mentioned in the notification.

Junior Judicial Assistant

The selection process consists of:

1. Tier-I MCQ Examination
2. Tier-II Descriptive Examination
3. Computer Typing Test
4. Interview

The typing test is qualifying in nature, while the final merit is prepared using the marks prescribed for the applicable stages.

Process Server

The selection process consists of:

1. Objective/MCQ Examination
2. Driving/Skill Test
3. Interview

The driving test is qualifying in nature and is conducted under real traffic conditions.

Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon

The selection process consists of:

1. Objective/MCQ Examination
2. Interview

The written examination carries 100 marks, followed by a 15-mark interview.

DSSSB Exam Pattern

Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant

The Tier-I examination carries 90 marks with a duration of 90 minutes.

Subjects include:

• English & Comprehension – 50 marks
• General Knowledge – 20 marks
• General Intelligence – 20 marks

The descriptive examination carries 75 marks and includes English essay writing, grammar and translation.

The skill test includes shorthand dictation, transcription and typing requirements.

Junior Judicial Assistant

Tier-I:

• Total Marks: 120
• Duration: 120 minutes
• English & Comprehension – 60 marks
• General Knowledge – 30 marks
• General Intelligence – 30 marks

Tier-II:

• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 120 minutes
• English Essay – 50 marks
• Grammar – 30 marks
• Translation – 20 marks

A qualifying typing test at 40 words per minute is also conducted.

Process Server

The written examination carries 100 marks and has a duration of 120 minutes. The paper includes:

• English – 25 marks
• Hindi – 25 marks
• General Knowledge – 25 marks
• Arithmetic – 25 marks

The driving test is qualifying in nature.

Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon

The written examination carries 100 marks and has a duration of 120 minutes.

Subjects:

• English – 25 marks
• Hindi – 25 marks
• General Knowledge – 25 marks
• Arithmetic – 25 marks

Candidates shortlisted from the written examination are called for the interview.

Negative Marking

For the applicable MCQ examinations, each question carries one mark and 0.25 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.

The notification also specifies minimum qualifying requirements for the relevant MCQ/descriptive stages.

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying and for later document verification/e-dossier requirements:

• Matriculation/10th certificate
• Educational qualification certificates
• Graduation certificate, wherever applicable
• Shorthand/typing certificate or supporting documents, wherever applicable
• Valid LMV driving licence for Process Server
• Proof of two years' driving experience for Process Server
• Category certificate, wherever applicable
• Delhi OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate, wherever applicable
• EWS Income & Asset Certificate, wherever applicable
• PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
• Ex-Servicemen documents, wherever applicable
• Recent colour photograph
• Signature

Supporting documents are required at the e-dossier stage as specified by DSSSB.

Candidates can follow these steps to submit the application:

1. Visit the official DSSSB online application portal.
2. Complete the one-time registration if you do not already have a DSSSB registration.
3. Log in using your registration credentials.
4. Select the relevant post/post code.
5. Enter your personal, educational and other required information.
6. Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee through SBI e-Pay, if applicable.
8. Carefully verify all information before submitting the application.
9. Submit the application before 4 November 2026 at 11:00 PM.
10. Download and save/print the submitted application for future reference.

Candidates should enter their details carefully because changes or modifications after final submission are not permitted as specified in the notification.