Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) District Courts Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 641 Vacancies (Advt. No. 04/2026)

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has officially released its major employment notification (Advt. No. 04/2026, dated 30th September 2026) for the direct recruitment of qualified and eligible candidates to fill 641 vacancies for Senior Personal Assistant (SPA), Personal Assistant (PA), Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA), Process Server, and Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon posts across the Delhi District Courts and Family Courts.

The online application registration window opened on 6th October 2026 (12:00 Noon), and candidates can submit their applications online through the official OARS portal up to 4th November 2026 (11:00 PM).

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
Client Department	District & Sessions Courts / Family Courts, Delhi
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 04/2026 (Dated 30th September 2026)
Post Designations	Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon
Total Openings	641 Vacancies
Job Location	Delhi / New Delhi
Application Mode	Online Only (via official DSSSB OARS portal)
Notification Release Date	30th September 2026
Online Application Start Date & Time	6th October 2026 (12:00 Noon)
Last Date & Time to Apply Online	4th November 2026 (Up to 11:00 PM)
Official Website Portals	dsssbonline.nic.in / dsssb.delhi.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Official Notification Publication Date	30th September 2026
Commencement of Online Application Window	6th October 2026 (12:00 Noon)
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	4th November 2026 (Up to 11:00 PM)
Cut-off Date for Age Calculation	1st June 2026
Cut-off Date for Educational Eligibility	4th November 2026
Tier-I Examination Date	To be notified separately on the portal

Post, Vacancy & Salary Structure Matrix

Post Code	Post Designation	Total Openings	Pay Scale Structure (7th CPC Equivalent)	Cadre Group
—	Senior Personal Assistant	As per notice	Level-08 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100/-)	Group-B (Non-Gazetted)
805/26	Personal Assistant	206	Level-07 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-)	Group-B (Non-Gazetted)
806/26	Junior Judicial Assistant	174	Level-05 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300/-)	Group-C
807/26	Process Server	92	Level-04 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-)	Group-C
808/26	Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon	142	Level-03 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100/-)	Group-C
Total	—	641 Posts	—	—

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st June 2026)

• Standard Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age (Candidates must have been born not earlier than 2nd June 1999 and not later than 1st June 2008).
• Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are relaxable as per government rules:
  • SC / ST: Up to 5 years.
  • OBC: Up to 3 years.
  • PwBD (UR/EWS): Up to 10 years.
  • PwBD (OBC): Up to 13 years.
  • PwBD (SC/ST): Up to 15 years.
  • Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Military service rendered plus 3 years (up to a maximum cap of 55 years).

2. Educational & Professional Qualifications (Post-Wise)

• Senior Personal Assistant: Graduate degree from a recognized university, with a shorthand speed of at least 110 W.P.M. and typing speed of 40 W.P.M. on a computer.
• Personal Assistant (Post Code 805/26): Graduate degree from a recognized university, with a shorthand speed of 100 W.P.M. and typing speed of 40 W.P.M. on a computer, plus general computer proficiency.
• Junior Judicial Assistant (Post Code 806/26): Graduate degree from a recognized university, coupled with a computer typing speed of at least 40 W.P.M. in English.
• Process Server (Post Code 807/26): Matriculation (10th pass) or equivalent from a recognized board, holding a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Driving Licence backed by at least 2 years of unblemished driving experience.
• Peon / Orderly / Dak Peon (Post Code 808/26): Matriculation (10th Standard Pass) from a recognized board or institution.

Selection Process Structure

Selection comprises multi-tiered testing tailored to administrative and court operational needs:

1. Tier-I Examination: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) covering General English, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and General Intelligence/Reasoning.
2. Tier-II Examination: Descriptive tests or specialized technical evaluations where applicable.
3. Tier-III Skill / Driving Test: Shorthand dictation, computer typing tests (40 W.P.M.), or practical LMV driving evaluations.
4. Tier-IV Personal Interview: Conducted by Delhi District Courts for behavioral and technical assessment, leading to final merit preparation.

Application Fee Structure

Category of Applicant	Application Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates	₹100/-
Women Candidates / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen	Exempted (₹0/-)
Payment Mode: Online digital payment gateway via SBI e-Pay (Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, UPI). Fees are non-refundable.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the official DSSSB online application registration system at dsssbonline.nic.in.
2. New Registration / Login: If you are a first-time user, complete the “Click Here for New Registration” process using your Aadhaar or 10th standard certificate details. Existing users can log in directly using credentials.
3. Select Advertisement: Navigate to active vacancy notices and select Advt. No. 04/2026 for Delhi District Courts.
4. Fill Application Form: Choose your desired post code, fill in comprehensive personal data, educational credentials, and category records.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload recent passport-size photographs, scanned signatures, and left/right thumb impressions adhering strictly to dimension and file size guidelines.
6. Remit Fee & Final Submission: Pay the application fee of ₹100/- online (if applicable), review the final form preview, and submit your application before 4th November 2026 (11:00 PM). Save a hard copy or digital printout of the confirmation page for your records.

🔗 DSSSB Official Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online via DSSSB OARS Portal

📄 Download DSSSB Advt. No. 04/2026 Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for DSSSB Recruitment 04/2026?

A: The online application submission deadline is 4th November 2026 up to 11:00 PM.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under this notification?

A: A total of 641 vacancies have been notified across Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, and Peon positions.

Q3: What is the basic educational qualification for Peon and JJA posts?

A: For Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon, candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard). For Junior Judicial Assistant, candidates need a Graduate degree with a 40 W.P.M. typing speed.

Q4: Is work experience required for Process Server posts?

A: Yes, Process Server applicants must possess a Matriculation certificate, a valid LMV driving licence, and at least 2 years of unblemished driving experience.

Q5: What is the application fee for General category male candidates?

A: The application fee is ₹100/-, while women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempt from fee payment.