Q1. How many vacancies are released in Delhi DSSSB Advt. No. 05/2026 and for which posts?

The board has notified 25 posts in total for Delhi courts. Ten posts are for Sweeper or Safai Karamchari. Fifteen posts are for Chowkidar. All posts belong to the District and Sessions Courts. The category wise break up is printed in the official PDF. Read that PDF before you start your form.

Q2. What is the required educational qualification for DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar posts?

You must pass Class 10 or Matriculation from a recognized board. No degree or diploma is required for either post. Candidates waiting for the Class 10 result should read the notification rules first. Passing marksheet proof is enough at the application stage. The board checks original certificates during document verification.

Q3. What is the age limit for DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 27 years. Age is counted as on 1 June 2026 for all applicants. OBC candidates of Delhi get 3 years of upper age relaxation. SC and ST candidates get 5 years of relaxation. PwBD candidates get 10 years or more as per rules. Ex-servicemen get relaxation under government norms.

Q4. What is the application fee and which candidates are exempted?

General, OBC and EWS candidates pay Rs 100 as the application fee. SC, ST and PH candidates pay no fee at all. Women candidates are also fully exempt from the fee. You can pay online with debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI or an SBI e-pay challan. An unpaid form is treated as rejected. Always save the payment receipt.

Q5. What is the selection process and exam pattern for these posts?

The board conducts a one tier objective written test. The paper usually has 100 questions for 100 marks in 100 minutes. Sections cover general awareness, reasoning, arithmetic, Hindi and English. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for wrong answers in the standard DSSSB scheme. Shortlisted candidates then face document verification and a medical test. There is no interview for these posts.

Q6. Is there any correction window to edit the submitted application form?

DSSSB usually opens a correction window after the last date of application. The board charges a small fee for each correction in some cycles. You can change personal details, category or post preference during that period. Check the official website for exact correction dates. No changes are allowed after the correction window closes.

Q7. Which documents are needed at the time of document verification?

Class 10 marksheet and certificate for date of birth proof. Caste, EWS or PwBD certificate if you claim any relaxation. Recent passport size photo and signature as per the given size. A valid photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card or Voter ID. Employed candidates must also bring a No Objection Certificate.

Q8. What is the last date to apply and where do I submit the form?

The online window runs from 13 October 2026 to 11 November 2026. Fee payment also closes on 11 November 2026. Submit the form at dsssbonline.nic.in before the deadline. Do not wait for the final day because the server stays busy. Download a printout of the submitted form and receipt for your records.

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DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 25 Posts

DSSSB has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for 25 posts in Delhi courts. Ten vacancies are for Sweeper or Safai Karamchari. Fifteen vacancies are for Chowkidar. Both posts fall under the District and Sessions Courts. You need a Class 10 pass from a recognized board. The age band is 18 to 27 years as on 1 June 2026. Reserved categories get upper age relaxation under Delhi government rules. Online registration opens on 13 October 2026. The closing date is 11 November 2026. General, OBC, and EWS candidates pay Rs 100. SC, ST, PH, and women candidates pay nothing. Selection is based on a written test followed by document verification. The pay scale is Rs 5,200 to 20,200 with a grade pay of Rs 2,000. Apply online at dsssbonline.nic.in.

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Updated: 10 October 2026 | 07:21 PM

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Delhi DSSSB Sweeper & Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 25 Post
Post Name		Total Post		Eligibility & Qualification Details
Sweeper / Safai Karamchari (District and Sessions Courts)		10		Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or an equivalent exam from a recognized board. No higher degree, diploma, or technical certificate is required for this post. Basic reading and writing ability in Hindi or English helps in the written test. The applicant must be a citizen of India. Physical fitness as per department standards is checked at the medical stage.
Chowkidar (District and Sessions Courts)		15		Class 10 pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized board. No prior work experience is needed for this post. Candidates must meet the basic physical and medical fitness norms. Good knowledge of the local area and basic security duties is useful. The applicant must be a citizen of India.
Delhi DSSSB Advt. No. 05/2026 : Category Wise Vacancy Details
Post Name	UR		OBC		EWS	SC	ST	Total
Sweeper / Safai Karamchari	05		02		01	01	01	10
Chowkidar	07		04		01	02	01	15

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