DSSSB Sweeper & Chowkidar Recruitment 2026: 25 Posts in Delhi District Courts (10th Pass) – Apply Online by 11 November
DSSSB has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for 25 Group-C posts — Sweeper/Safai Karamchari (10) and Chowkidar (15) — in Delhi District & Sessions Courts. Matriculation pass candidates aged 18–27 can apply online at dsssbonline.nic.in from 13/10/2026 (12:00 noon) to 11/11/2026 (11:00 PM).Official Notification PDF: DSSSB Advt 05/2026 – Official PDF
25 Posts (Sweeper 10 + Chowkidar 15) – Apply by 11 November 2026
Short Summary: Pay ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 (Group C). Fee ₹100 (women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-SM exempt). Selection: 100-mark objective test + 15-mark interview.
Important Dates – DSSSB Advt 05/2026 | |
| Notification: | 09/10/2026 |
| Online apply start: | 13/10/2026 (12:00 noon) |
| Last date online & fee: | 11/11/2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Exam date: | To be notified |
Application Fee | |
| UR / OBC / EWS: | ₹100 |
| Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-SM: | Exempted |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
📺 DSSSB Advt 05/2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide
Watch our video guide covering eligibility, important dates, fee, vacancy details, and how to apply online.
Important Links | |
| Apply Online: | Apply Online – DSSSB OARS (from 13 Oct 2026) |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | DSSSB Advt 05/2026 – Official PDF |
| Official Website: | DSSSB Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
| Join Our Channels for Live Updates: | |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post (Code) | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweeper/Safai Karamchari (46/26) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Chowkidar (47/26) | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| Total | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
Includes 2 Ex-SM posts (1 each).
Eligibility
- Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognised board.
- Indian citizen.
Age Limit
18–27 years as on 01/06/2026. Relaxation: SC/ST 5, OBC 3, PwBD 10–15 years, Ex-SM as per rules.
Salary
PB-1 ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000 (Level-3 equivalent) plus Delhi allowances.
DSSSB Sweeper/Chowkidar Level-3 In-Hand Salary
₹43,008
₹37,958
₹35,788
| Compensation Component | X Cities (Tier 1) | Y Cities (Tier 2) | Z Cities (Tier 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions) | |||
| +Basic Pay | ₹21,700 | ₹21,700 | ₹21,700 |
| +Dearness Allowance (DA @ 60%) | ₹13,020 | ₹13,020 | ₹13,020 |
| +House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹6,510 (30%) | ₹4,340 (20%) | ₹2,170 (10%) |
| +Transport Allowance (TPT + DA) | ₹5,760 | ₹2,880 | ₹2,880 |
| Total Gross Monthly Salary | ₹46,990 | ₹41,940 | ₹39,770 |
| Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries) | |||
| -NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA) | ₹3,472 | ₹3,472 | ₹3,472 |
| -CGHS (Medical Benefits) | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| -CGEGIS (Insurance Fund) | ₹60 | ₹60 | ₹60 |
| -Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS) | ₹0 | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Total Monthly Deductions | ₹3,982 | ₹3,982 | ₹3,982 |
| Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home) | ₹43,008 | ₹37,958 | ₹35,788 |
• X Cities (30% HRA): Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad.
• Y Cities (20% HRA): All state capitals and cities with population > 500,000.
• Z Cities (10% HRA): Small towns, districts, and rural postings.
• Dearness Allowance: Active at 60% of Basic Pay.
• NPS: 10% mandatory employee deduction (matched with 14% Government contribution).
• TDS: Estimated under standard slab rates with standard deduction applied.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Total (120 min) | 100 | 100 |
Negative marking 0.25. Interview 15 marks (up to 10× vacancies called).
Selection Process
- Objective (MCQ) test – 100 marks
- Interview – 15 marks
- Document verification
How to Apply
- Register on dsssbonline.nic.in from 13/10/2026.
- Select post code 46/26 or 47/26, fill the form and upload photo/signature.
- Pay fee via SBI e-pay and submit by 11/11/2026, 11:00 PM.
DSSSB Advt 05/2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
DSSSB Advt 05/2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
