DSSSB (Advt. 05/2026) invites online applications for 25 vacancies for Sweeper/Safai Karamchari (10) and Chowkidar (15) in District & Sessions Courts, Delhi. Applicants must have passed Matriculation or equivalent. Applications open 13-10-2026 and close 11-11-2026; fees (Rs.100) paid via SBI e-pay (exemptions apply). Pay scale is Rs.5,200-20,200 with Grade Pay Rs.2,000. Selection is through an Objective/MCQ test followed by an Interview.
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Vacancy Details
- Sweeper / Safai karamchari: 10 vacancies
Qualification: Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board- UR: 5
- OBC: 2
- SC: 1
- ST: 1
- EWS: 1
- Chowkidar: 15 vacancies
Qualification: Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board- UR: 7
- OBC: 4
- SC: 2
- ST: 1
- EWS: 1
Qualification Requirements
Essential: Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board for both Sweeper/Safai Karamchari (Post Code 46/26) and Chowkidar (Post Code 47/26). No experience or desirable qualifications required.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
Application Fees
- General / UR, OBC, EWS: ₹100
- Women candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Serviceman: ₹0
Selection Process
- Objective/MCQ Test: A 100-mark objective/MCQ test consisting of four parts: English (25 marks), Hindi (25 marks), General Knowledge including Current Affairs (25 marks), and Arithmetic (25 marks). Each question carries 1 mark and there is a negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer. Duration is 120 minutes (160 minutes for PwD candidates). Minimum qualifying marks: 50% for UR/EWS and 45% for OBC(Delhi)/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM.
- Interview: Interview carries 15 marks and will be conducted by the Office of the Ld. Principal District & Sessions Judge (HQs). Candidates called for interview will be up to 10 times the total vacancies. There is no minimum qualifying mark in the interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official DSSSB OARS portal at https://dsssbonline.nic.in and click ‘Click for New Registration’ if registering for the first time.
- Complete the online registration form with valid details, scanned photo identity proof, and active contact credentials.
- Log in with the user ID and password generated after registration.
- Select the respective post code (46/26 for Sweeper/Safai karamchari or 47/26 for Chowkidar) and fill the online application form accurately.
- Upload a recent clear colour photograph with a plain white or off-white background and signature as per prescribed specifications.
- Pay the requisite application fee of Rs. 100/- online through SBI e-pay (exempted for women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen).
- Submit the online application form before 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM).
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for your personal records.
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Important Dates
- Date of Notification:
- Opening Date for Submission of Online Applications:
- Closing Date for Submission of Online Applications:
- Last Date for Fee Payment:
- Examination / Interview Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
The essential qualification for both Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts is Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board.
How do I apply for these DSSSB vacancies?
Apply online at the DSSSB OARS portal (https://dsssbonline.nic.in), complete registration, fill the application for the relevant post code (46/26 or 47/26), upload required documents, pay the fee via SBI e-pay, and submit before the deadline.
What is the last date to apply?
The closing date for submission of online applications and the last date for fee payment is 11-11-2026 (11:00 PM).
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection comprises an Objective/MCQ Test (100 marks) followed by an Interview (15 marks). The MCQ test has negative marking and specified minimum qualifying marks for different categories.
What is the pay scale for the posts?
The notified pay is Rs. 5,200-20,200/- with a Grade Pay of Rs. 2,000/- (Group-C).
