DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar recruitment 2026: apply from October 13 for 25 vacancies
In short
- Online applications for 25 Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts open on 13 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon.
- The application window closes on 11 November 2026 at 11:00 PM, with eligibility reckoned as of this date.
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) and be between 18 and 27 years old as of 1 June 2026.
- The selection process includes a 100-mark Objective/MCQ Test and a 15-mark Interview.
- The application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, with exemptions for women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released a notification for the recruitment of 25 Group C posts for Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar in the Delhi District and Sessions Courts. The online application process for these positions will commence on 13 October 2026 at 12:00 Noon.
This recruitment drive, under Advertisement No. 05/2026, aims to fill 10 vacancies for Sweeper/Safai Karamchari (Post Code 46/26) and 15 vacancies for Chowkidar (Post Code 47/26). The application window will remain open until 11 November 2026, 11:00 PM, which is also the crucial date for determining educational qualification and experience.
Application Process and Key Dates
The online application portal for the DSSSB Sweeper and Chowkidar posts will be accessible from 13 October 2026. Interested candidates are required to complete their applications by the deadline of 11 November 2026. The official notification for these vacancies was released on 9 October 2026.
Candidates applying for these positions must be citizens of India. The age limit for applicants is set between 18 and 27 years, with age eligibility reckoned as on 1 June 2026. Specific age relaxations are applicable for various reserved categories, as detailed in the official notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| DSSSB Notification | 9 October 2026 |
| Application Process Begins | 13 October 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 11 November 2026 |
| Age Eligibility Reckoned as on | 1 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is ₹100. However, women candidates, as well as those belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories, are exempted from paying the application fee. The fee must be paid online through SBI e-pay.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC candidates, where applicable | ₹100 |
| Women candidates | Exempted |
| SC/ST candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted, subject to notification conditions |
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Eligibility Criteria and Vacancies
To be eligible for these Group C posts, candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or an equivalent examination. The total of 25 vacancies are distributed across different categories and posts, with 10 for Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and 15 for Chowkidar. These vacancies are tentative and may be subject to change based on departmental requirements.
Age relaxation provisions are in place for various categories. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year relaxation, OBC candidates a 3-year relaxation, and PwBD candidates are eligible for relaxations ranging from 10 to 15 years depending on their category. Ex-Servicemen are granted age relaxation equivalent to their military service period plus three years, up to a maximum age of 55 years.
| Category | Sweeper/Safai Karamchari | Chowkidar | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 5 | 7 | 12 |
| OBC | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| SC | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| ST | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| EWS | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 10 | 15 | 25 |
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Delhi) | 3 years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Military service period plus 3 years, up to a maximum age of 55 years |
Selection Process and Examination Details
The selection process for the Sweeper/Safai Karamchari and Chowkidar posts will involve an Objective/MCQ Test followed by an Interview. The Objective/MCQ Test will carry a total of 100 marks, while the Interview will be for 15 marks. The examination will be bilingual, offered in both English and Hindi, other than language-specific sections.
The Objective/MCQ Test will have a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. Candidates must achieve minimum qualifying marks in the Objective/MCQ Examination: 50% for UR/EWS categories and 45% for OBC(Delhi)/SC/ST/PH(PwBD)/ESM categories. The examination duration is 120 minutes, with an extended time of 160 minutes for PwBD candidates.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge, including Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹5,200-20,200 with a Grade Pay of ₹2,000, categorising these as Group C posts. Candidates with OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificates must ensure they are issued on or after 1 April 2026 and up to 11 November 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹5,200–₹20,200 |
| Grade Pay | ₹2,000 |
| Group | Group C |
Candidates are advised to visit the official DSSSB online application portal, dsssbonline.nic.in, from 13 October 2026 to register and complete their applications. It is recommended to review the form thoroughly before final submission and retain a printout for future reference.
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