Short Detail:
Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has announced DSSSB Delhi District Court Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 for 25 posts. Candidates who have passed Class 10 can apply for Sweeper / Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts. Online applications will open from 13/10/2026 to 11/11/2026. Selection will include a written exam and an interview. Check the age limit, fees, post-wise details and exam pattern before filling the form.
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Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
DSSSB Delhi District Court Sweeper / Safai Karamchari & Chowkidar Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 05/2026
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 09/10/2026
- Application Start Date: 13/10/2026 (12:00 Noon)
- Last Date To Apply: 11/11/2026 (11:00 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 11/11/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Not Available
- Exam Date: Not Available
- Result Date: Coming soon
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Women: ₹0/-
- Pay the fee online through SBI e-pay.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/06/2026
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: Below 27 Years
- Date of birth must be from 02/06/1999 to 01/06/2008, before applying age relaxation.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Delhi) | 3 Years |
| PwBD + UR / EWS | 10 Years |
| PwBD + SC / ST | 15 Years |
| PwBD + OBC (Delhi) | 13 Years |
| ESM | Military service period + 3 years; maximum age 55 years |
| Government Employees | No extra age relaxation under DDC Rules, 2012 |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 25
| Post Code | Post Name | UR | OBC (Delhi) | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46/26 | Sweeper / Safai Karamchari | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 47/26 | Chowkidar | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| Total | All Posts | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
Eligibility Details
- For both posts, candidates must have passed Class 10 or an equivalent exam from a recognized board.
- No work experience is required for either post.
DSSSB Sweeper / Safai Karamchari & Chowkidar: Salary Details
| Post Name | Group | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Sweeper / Safai Karamchari | Group C | ₹5,200–₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 |
| Chowkidar | Group C | ₹5,200–₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 |
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| Apply Online | Link Active: 13/10/2026 |
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DSSSB Sweeper & Chowkidar 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Objective Exam | DSSSB will conduct a 100-mark multiple-choice exam. |
| Interview | Candidates shortlisted from the exam will attend a 15-mark interview. |
| Final Selection | Written exam and interview marks will be added. Final merit will be based on the total out of 115 marks. |
Written Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi Language | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Exam time: 120 minutes; eligible PwD candidates get 160 minutes.
- Questions will be in Hindi and English, except the language sections.
- Each wrong answer will reduce the score by 0.25 marks.
- Minimum exam marks: 50% for UR / EWS and 45% for OBC (Delhi) / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM.
- If the CBT is held in multiple shifts, DSSSB will adjust marks through its normalization formula.
Interview & Final Merit
- Up to 10 times the number of posts may be called for interview, based on exam merit.
- The interview is for 15 marks. No minimum pass marks are set for the interview.
- District & Sessions Courts, Tis Hazari, Delhi will prepare the final merit list using exam and interview marks.
- For equal total marks, the older candidate gets a higher rank. If date of birth is also the same, the first name that comes earlier in English alphabetical order gets priority.
DSSSB Sweeper & Chowkidar Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
When can I apply for DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026?
Applications open on 13/10/2026 at 12:00 Noon and close on 11/11/2026 at 11:00 PM. Submit the online form within this period. The qualification and category certificate cut-off date is also 11/11/2026.
How many posts are in DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026?
There are 25 posts in Delhi District & Sessions Courts. Sweeper / Safai Karamchari has 10 posts and Chowkidar has 15 posts. Each post includes 1 ESM seat within the category-wise total, rather than as an extra seat.
Who can apply for DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026?
Class 10 pass candidates, or those with an equivalent qualification from a recognized board, can apply. Neither post requires work experience. Candidates must also meet the age and category rules and have the required documents by the closing date.
What is the age limit for DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be at least 18 and below 27 years on 01/06/2026. The basic birth date range is 02/06/1999 to 01/06/2008. SC, ST, eligible OBC (Delhi), PwBD and ESM candidates can get the stated age relaxation.
What is the fee for DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026?
The fee is ₹100, payable online through SBI e-pay. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ESM candidates do not pay it. ESM candidates who already used reservation to obtain regular civil government employment cannot claim this fee concession again.
How will DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar candidates be selected?
Selection uses a 100-mark objective exam followed by a 15-mark interview. Candidates will be called for interview according to exam merit, up to 10 times the posts. Final rank will depend on the combined score out of 115 marks.
Is there negative marking in the DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar exam?
Yes. Each incorrect answer reduces the score by 0.25 marks. The exam has 100 questions in English, Hindi, General Knowledge and Arithmetic. Candidates normally get 120 minutes; eligible PwD candidates get 160 minutes to complete the paper.
