DSSSB Delhi District Courts 2026 recruitment: apply for 641 posts by November 4

The Delhi Subordinate Selection Board (DSSSB) announced the recruitment for 641 vacant posts across Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts. The official notification, Advertisement No. 04/2026, was released on September 30, 2026, outlining the application process and eligibility criteria for various judicial support roles.

Candidates interested in these positions can begin applying online from October 6, 2026, with the application window closing on November 4, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill positions such as Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon.

Application Process and Key Dates

The online application process for the DSSSB Delhi District Courts 2026 recruitment will commence on October 6, 2026, at 12:00 Noon. Prospective candidates must complete their applications by November 4, 2026, at 11:00 PM. This date also serves as the crucial cut-off for determining eligibility, including educational qualifications and experience.

Applicants are required to pay a fee of ₹100 if they belong to the General, OBC, or EWS categories. However, women candidates, along with those from SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen categories, are exempted from paying the application fee. All fee payments must be made online exclusively through SBI e-pay.

1. Candidates must register (one-time) on dsssbonline.nic.in if not already registered.
2. Log in and apply online for the post(s)/post code(s) of choice between October 6, 2026 (12:00 Noon) and November 4, 2026 (11:00 PM).
3. Fill in all details carefully, as no correction/modification is allowed after final submission.
4. Upload a recent, clear colour photograph and signature.
5. Pay the applicable fee, if any, only through SBI e-Pay.
6. Submit well before the closing date and take a printout of the confirmed application for records.

Vacancies and Eligibility Criteria

A total of 641 tentative vacancies have been announced across various departments within the Delhi District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts. The age limit for all posts is set between a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 27 years as of June 1, 2026. Candidates must be citizens of India to be eligible to apply. The vacancies are tentative and may be subject to change.

Educational qualifications vary by post, with requirements ranging from matriculation for Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon to a graduation degree for Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, and Junior Judicial Assistant roles. Specific skill requirements, such as shorthand and typing speeds, and a valid LMV driving licence for Process Server, are also mandated. OBC candidates from outside Delhi will be considered under the Unreserved (UR) category.

Selection Process and Examination Details

The selection process for the various posts includes a written examination, skill test/driving test, and an interview, depending on the specific role. The written examination will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. Each MCQ carries 1 mark.

Minimum qualifying marks for the MCQ/Descriptive stages are 50% for UR/EWS candidates and 45% for OBC (Delhi)/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates. Candidates are advised that mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, and other electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited in the examination hall. A prescribed dress code, including light clothing with half sleeves and slippers/low-heeled sandals, will be enforced.

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Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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