The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) functions as the constitutional recruitment authority responsible for filling teaching and non-teaching vacancies across departments of the Government of NCT of Delhi, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), and New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). Conducting high-stakes competitive examinations for Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT), Post Graduate Teachers (PGT), Primary Teachers (PRT / Assistant Teacher), Junior Assistants / LDC, and Stenographers, DSSSB enforces a strict document verification mechanism through its central Online Application Registration System (OARS) portal.
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1. DSSSB Executive Quick Facts & Portal Metadata
All recruitment notifications, candidate registrations, hall ticket downloads, CBT answer key challenges, and e-Dossier document submissions are managed exclusively through the official Delhi state portals:
- Official Conducting Body: Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB), Government of NCT of Delhi.
- Official Online Portal:
dsssbonline.nic.in(OARS) &dsssb.delhi.gov.in. - Mandatory Profile System: Online Application Registration System (OARS) linked to 10th Roll Number + Year of Passing.
- Postcard Photo Upload Specs: 5 × 7 inches ratio (480 × 672 px), 50 KB to 300 KB, light/white background, upper half of body visible.
- Signature Upload Specs: 3.5 × 2.75 cm (140 × 110 px), 10 KB to 40 KB, dark/black ballpoint ink on plain white paper.
- Thumb Impressions Upload Specs: Left & Right Thumb impressions (140 × 110 px, 10 KB to 40 KB each) uploaded separately.
- Primary Recruitment Cadres: TGT, PGT, PRT (Assistant Teacher), Nursery Teacher, Junior Assistant / LDC, Stenographer, Special Educator.
2. DSSSB One-Time Registration (OARS Walkthrough)
Creating and maintaining an authenticated DSSSB OARS Profile is mandatory before submitting online applications for any Delhi teaching or non-teaching notification.
A. Chronological 3-Step Profile Creation Procedure
Step 1: Primary Authentication & Aadhaar Verification
Navigate to dsssbonline.nic.in → Click 'Click for New Registration'. Enter active Mobile Number, Email ID, Aadhaar Number (or alternative Govt Photo ID), and candidate full name as printed on 10th Marks Memo.
Step 2: Educational Trajectory & 10th Roll Number Mapping
Input your 10th Class Roll Number, Education Board Name (CBSE, ICSE, State Board), and Year of Passing. DSSSB OARS locks this combination to generate your unique registration key, preventing duplicate profile creation.
Step 3: Postcard Photo, Signature Upload & Password Generation
Upload 5×7 inch Postcard photo (480×672 px, 50–300 KB), dark ink signature (140×110 px, 10–40 KB), and dual thumb impressions. Set password to generate your permanent DSSSB Registration Number (DOB + 10th Roll No + Passing Year).
B. Profile Editability Matrix
✅ Self-Editable Profile Fields (via Mobile OTP)
- Newly acquired educational degrees & CTET qualification certificates.
- Current postal address and permanent residential details.
- Registered Mobile Number and active Email ID.
- Updated postcard photograph, signature, or thumb impression files.
⚠️ Locked Primary Fields (Require Official Helpdesk Ticket)
- Candidate Primary Name (must match 10th HSC memo exactly).
- Father's Name, Mother's Name, Date of Birth, and Gender.
- 10th Class Roll Number & Education Board Name.
- Resolution: File an online grievance ticket on
dsssbonline.nic.inor visit the DSSSB Facilitation Counter at FC-18, Institutional Area, Karkardooma, Delhi with original 10th memo.
3. Eligibility, Age Benchmarks & Reservation Framework
A. Age Reference Date & Category Relaxation Matrix
The upper age cutoff for all DSSSB recruitment notifications is evaluated as of the closing date for online application submission:
| Recruitment Cadre | Unreserved / EWS Age Limit | Category Age Relaxation | Max Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) | 36 Years | +5 Yrs SC/ST, +3 Yrs OBC (Delhi) | 41 / 39 Years |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | 30 Years (relaxed up to 40 years for female candidates subject to DoE order extension in active advertisement) | +5 Yrs SC/ST, +3 Yrs OBC (Delhi) | 35 / 33 Years (General) |
| PRT / Assistant Teacher (Primary) | 30 Years | +5 Yrs SC/ST, +3 Yrs OBC (Delhi) | 35 / 33 Years |
| Junior Assistant / LDC / Steno | 18 to 27 Years | +5 Yrs SC/ST, +3 Yrs OBC (Delhi) | 32 / 30 Years |
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PwD) | As per post limit | +10 Yrs Gen, +13 Yrs OBC, +15 Yrs SC/ST | Up to 51 Years |
B. Crucial Domicile & Delhi OBC Quota Mechanics
Statutory Rules for Reservation Claims:
- All India Eligibility for UR / SC / ST / EWS: Candidates from any state or union territory across India are eligible to apply for Unreserved (UR), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) seats.
- Strict Delhi OBC Restriction: OBC reservation benefit is strictly restricted to candidates possessing OBC certificates issued by the Government of NCT of Delhi (OBC-Delhi). Outer-state OBC candidates holding certificates from other state governments are NOT eligible for OBC reservation and must apply under the Unreserved (UR/General) category.
- Uniformed Physical Sub-criteria: Candidates applying for uniformed cadres (such as Fire Operator, Warder, Matron) must fulfill height standards (Male: 170 cm, Female: 157 cm) and chest expansion rules (81–86 cm).
4. Multi-Tier Selection Architecture & Scoring Scheme
A. Stage 1: One-Tier / Tier-1 Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Exam Structure (TGT / PRT / LDC): 200 MCQs, 200 Marks, Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes).
- Exam Structure (PGT): 300 MCQs, 300 Marks, Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes).
- Single-Stage Teaching Cadre Rule: Teaching posts (PRT, TGT, PGT) are evaluated under a Single-Stage One-Tier Technical CBT with no Tier-2 exam or Interview. Tier-2 exams apply exclusively to specific administrative/ministerial cadres (e.g., Head Clerk, Junior Assistant).
- Section A (100 Marks - Common for All Posts): 5 Sub-sections of 20 MCQs each: General Awareness (20 M), General Intelligence & Reasoning (20 M), Arithmetical & Numerical Ability (20 M), Hindi Language (20 M), English Language (20 M).
- Section B (100 M for TGT/PRT, 200 M for PGT): Post-specific Discipline Domain, Child Pedagogy & Teaching Methodology.
- Negative Marking Penalty: 1/4th mark deduction (0.25 mark penalty) per incorrect answer.
- Section Qualifying Cutoffs: UR/EWS: 40%, OBC (Delhi): 35%, SC/ST/PwD: 30% in both Section A and Section B independently.
B. Stage 2: Tier-2 Examination & Skill Tests
- Administrative Tier-2 Exam: Tier-2 Written Exam for posts like Head Clerk / Junior Assistant comprising Objective (200 M) + Descriptive Essay & Letter Writing (50 M).
- Computer Typing Skill Test: Mandatory practical typing test on computer for Junior Assistant / LDC posts (English typing speed: 35 wpm or Hindi typing speed: 30 wpm).
- Mandatory CTET Qualification: Passing CTET Paper-I is compulsory for PRT (Primary Teacher), and CTET Paper-II is compulsory for TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher).
- No Interview Policy: In compliance with Government policy, NO INTERVIEW is conducted for any Group 'B' or Group 'C' non-gazetted recruitment under DSSSB. Merit is determined purely on CBT score.
5. Granular Syllabus Breakdown: Section A & Discipline Domain
🏛️ Section A: General Studies & Ability (100 Marks)
- General Awareness (20 M): Delhi local history, Indian Constitution, Polity, Current Events, National/International news, Art & Culture, Sports, Everyday Science.
- Reasoning Ability (20 M): Analogies, Similarities, Spatial Visualization, Problem Solving, Blood Relations, Syllogisms, Coding-Decoding, Venn Diagrams.
- Arithmetical Ability (20 M): Simplification, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Data Interpretation.
- Hindi & English Language (20 M each): Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Correction, Synonyms/Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, Reading Comprehension passages.
📖 Section B: Pedagogy & Discipline Domain (100/200 M)
- Child Pedagogy & Development (PRT): Theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg; Child Growth; Inclusive Education; Learning Process; RTE Act 2009; NCF 2005 & NEP 2020.
- TGT Discipline Domain (100 M): Subject-specific syllabus (English, Hindi, Mathematics, Natural Science, Social Science, Sanskrit) up to Graduation level + Teaching Methodology.
- PGT Discipline Domain (200 M): Post-graduate subject specialization (200 MCQs covering Master's level domain knowledge + Subject Pedagogy).
6. Official Pay Scale Matrix & Cadre Hierarchy (Delhi 7th CPC)
Below is the official Pay Scale Matrix under the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) in the Government of NCT of Delhi:
| Designation | Cadre Classification | 7th CPC Pay Level | Basic Pay Scale Range | Approx Gross Monthly Salary (Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) | Group B Non-Gazetted | Level 8 (GP ₹4800) | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | ~₹82,000+ |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | Group B Non-Gazetted | Level 7 (GP ₹4600) | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ~₹78,000+ |
| PRT / Assistant Teacher (Primary) | Group B Non-Gazetted | Level 6 (GP ₹4200) | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ~₹63,000+ |
| Junior Assistant / LDC | Group C Non-Gazetted | Level 2 (GP ₹1900) | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | ~₹36,000+ |
7. Technical Upload Standards & Tool Deep-Linking
The DSSSB OARS portal automatically validates digital file resolution and byte limits. Submitting invalid dimensions causes instant rejection:
Official Image Upload Specification Matrix
- Dimensions: 5 × 7 inches (exactly 480 × 672 pixels)
- File Size Range: 50 KB to 300 KB strictly
- Format: JPG / JPEG format only
- Background: Plain Light / White background
- Pose: Frontal face, clear upper half body (head to chest visible)
- Signature: 3.5 × 2.75 cm (140 × 110 pixels), 10 KB to 40 KB
- Left & Right Thumb: 140 × 110 pixels, 10 KB to 40 KB each
- Ink Color: Dark / Black ballpoint pen on plain white paper
- Prohibition: Block / Capital letter signatures strictly disallowed
8. Authoritative Booklist & High-Yield Strategy Blueprint
Authoritative Standard Booklist
- NCERT Foundation: NCERT Books Class 6 to 12 (Social Science, Science, Maths).
- General Knowledge: Lucent's General Knowledge.
- Mathematics & Reasoning: Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal.
- English & Hindi Vyakaran: S.P. Bakshi English & Vasudev Nandan Prasad Hindi.
- Child Pedagogy: Child Development & Pedagogy by Himanshu Singh / Pearson.
Tactical Strategy & Section Lock Rule
- The 20-Question Section Lock Rule: DSSSB CBT delivers questions in sub-sections of 20 questions. Once you submit a 20-question section, you CANNOT return to modify answers in that section. Plan ~10-12 minutes per 20-question sub-section.
- 0.25 Negative Marking Control: Skip doubtful questions to protect score from 1/4th penalty.
- Section A Qualifying Speed: Solve Reasoning and Language sections quickly to secure time for Section B Domain questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions (10 Clarified)
Use the official sources referenced in this article to confirm current requirements.
Q1 How do I recover my lost DSSSB OARS Registration Number or Password?
Q2 What is the upper age limit for DSSSB TGT, PGT, and PRT posts, and who gets relaxation?
Q3 Are candidates from outside Delhi eligible for OBC reservation in DSSSB exams?
Q4 What is the exact negative marking penalty in DSSSB Tier-1 examinations?
Q5 What are the exact photo specifications for DSSSB OARS registration (Postcard vs Passport)?
Q6 Is CTET qualification mandatory for DSSSB PRT and TGT recruitment?
Q7 Can I edit my candidate name, father's name, or date of birth after submitting OARS registration?
Q8 What is the salary structure and Pay Level for DSSSB TGT, PGT, and PRT teachers under 7th CPC?
Q9 How does the 20-question section lock system work in DSSSB CBT exams?
Q10 What original documents are required during DSSSB e-Dossier verification?
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