Short Information: DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026 The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for a combined examination for recruitment to 641 posts in District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts in Delhi. The advertisement dated 30th September 2026 comprises of five different job posts namely Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon.
Online applications will be open from 6 October 2026 (12:00 noon) to 4 November 2026 (11:00 PM). The Delhi District Court vacancy application form will be disabled after the last date. Candidates cannot apply after the Delhi District Court vacancy application form gets deactivated. Applications are accepted only through the official DSSSB portal i.e. https://dsssbonline.nic.in.
The recruitment is conducted by DSSSB on behalf of Delhi District Courts. Candidates are advised to read the detailed advertisement on the DSSSB website before applying as eligibility rules (age, qualifications, typing and shorthand speeds, disability suitability etc.) differ from post to post.
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DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Board | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Notification Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 641 |
| Departments | District & Sessions Courts, Family Courts |
| Posts | Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Portal | https://dsssbonline.nic.in |
| Job Location | Delhi |
Important Dates to DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026
- Online applications begin: 6 October 2026 (12:00 noon)
- Last date to apply: 4 November 2026 (11:00 PM)
- Age reckoning date: 1 June 2026
- Cut-off date for eligibility (qualifications, experience, certificates): 4 November 2026
Age Limit and Relaxation : DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026
The age limit for all posts is 18 to 27 years, reckoned as on 1 June 2026. This means a candidate must have been born not earlier than 2 June 1999 and not later than 1 June 2008.
Upper age relaxation is available as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD + UR/EWS: 10 years
- PwBD + OBC: 13 years
- PwBD + SC/ST: 15 years
- Ex-servicemen: period of military service plus 3 years (maximum up to 55 years)
Notably, the notification states there is no provision for age relaxation for government employees who have rendered three years or more of regular and continuous service, as clarified by the user department.
Application Fee : DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026
The application fee is ₹100. Women candidates, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-serviceman candidates are exempted from paying the fee. Payment must be made only through SBI e-pay — no other mode will be accepted, and the fee is non-refundable.
Vacancy Details : DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026
| Post | Department | Total Vacancies |
| Senior Personal Assistant | District & Sessions Courts | 27 |
| Personal Assistant | District & Sessions Courts | 189 |
| Personal Assistant | Family Courts | 17 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | District & Sessions Courts | 151 |
| Junior Judicial Assistant | Family Courts | 23 |
| Process Server | District & Sessions Courts | 91 |
| Process Server | Family Courts | 01 |
| Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon | District & Sessions Courts | 139 |
| Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon | Family Courts | 03 |
| Total | 641 |
Category-wise, the total vacancies include 217 unreserved, 176 OBC, 116 SC, 75 ST and 57 EWS posts. The advertisement also includes 54 posts for PwBD candidates and 41 for ex-servicemen. DSSSB has clarified that the vacancy count is tentative and based on inputs from the indenting departments, so the final number may go up or down.
Post Codes and Pay Levels
The combined examination has been divided into four post codes:
- 805/26 – Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant
- 806/26 – Junior Judicial Assistant
- 807/26 – Process Server
- 808/26 – Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon
Pay scales are as follows: Senior Personal Assistant (Level 8), Personal Assistant (Level 7), Junior Judicial Assistant (Level 5), Process Server (Level 4), and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon (Level 3). Details of the applicable pay bands and grade pay are given in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria : DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026
The essential qualifications vary by post:
- Senior Personal Assistant: Graduate with shorthand speed of 110 words per minute and typing speed of 40 words per minute, along with computer knowledge.
- Personal Assistant: Graduate with shorthand speed of 100 wpm, typing speed of 40 wpm and computer knowledge.
- Junior Judicial Assistant: Graduate with typing speed of not less than 40 wpm on computer.
- Process Server: Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognised board / Higher Secondary, along with a driving licence for LMV and two years of unblemished driving experience.
- Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon: Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognised board.
Candidates must also be Indian citizens and must meet the age and experience requirements prescribed in the Recruitment Rules of the user department for the post they opt for.
How to Apply : DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026
- Candidates who have not registered on the DSSSB portal.
- must complete a one-time registration first.
- The user ID and password generated after registration must be used for all future applications.
- Only one registration and one application per candidate is allowed — multiple registrations or applications will lead to cancellation of candidature and debarment from DSSSB examinations.
- Applicants should keep a scanned photo identity proof ready in JPEG format between 15 KB and 60 KB, along with a recent colour photograph. The fee, where applicable, must be paid through SBI e-pay before final submission. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
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FAQs for DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for DSSSB District Court Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 4 November 2026 till 11:00 PM. The application window opens on 6 October 2026 from 12:00 noon.
Q2. How many total vacancies are notified?
A total of 641 vacancies across District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts.
Q3. Which posts are included in this recruitment?
Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon.
Q4. What is the age limit for these posts?
Candidates must have attained 18 years and should not have attained 27 years as on 1 June 2026. This means born not earlier than 2 June 1999 and not later than 1 June 2008. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD and Ex-servicemen as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-serviceman candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
Q6. What is the selection process?
It varies by post:
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, Tier-II Driving Test, Tier-III Interview.
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon: Tier-I MCQ, Tier-II Interview.
Q7. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in the MCQ test.
Q8. What are the minimum qualifying marks?
50% for UR/EWS and 45% for OBC (Delhi), SC, ST, PwBD and ESM candidates in Tier-I and Tier-II (descriptive).
Q9. What is the mode of application?
Only online through the official portal https://dsssbonline.nic.in. No other mode is accepted.
Q10. Can I apply for multiple posts?
No. Only one registration and one application per candidate is allowed. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature and debarment.
Q11. What is the cut-off date for determining eligibility?
The cut-off date for educational qualifications, experience and other eligibility conditions (except age) is 4 November 2026. Age is reckoned as on 1 June 2026.
Q12. Do OBC candidates from outside Delhi get reservation benefits?
No. Only OBC (Delhi) candidates notified by Govt. of NCT of Delhi are eligible for reservation and age relaxation. OBC (outside) candidates will be treated as Unreserved.
Q13. What is the pay scale for these posts?
Senior Personal Assistant: Level 8
Personal Assistant: Level 7
Junior Judicial Assistant: Level 5
Process Server: Level 4
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon: Level 3
Exact pay bands and grade pay are given in the official notification.
Q14. Where can I get the detailed notification?
The detailed advertisement is available on the DSSSB website https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in/dsssb-vacancies and the Delhi District Courts website.
Q15. What is the exam language for MCQ tests?
For Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant and Junior Judicial Assistant, the MCQ test is in English only. For Process Server and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon, the MCQ test is bilingual (English and Hindi), except the English and Hindi language papers.
