DSSSB LDC 2026 – Complete
Preparation Guide
DSSSB LDC (Lower Division Clerk) recruits clerical staff for Delhi government departments. The 2023 cycle (Advt. 05/2023) had 284 vacancies — exam held Oct–Nov 2025, result released 27 March 2026, skill test date awaited. Only 12th pass candidates eligible. One-tier CBT of 200 marks + qualifying typing test. Salary: Pay Level 2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) under 7th CPC.
01What is DSSSB LDC 2026?
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) conducts the LDC (Lower Division Clerk) recruitment to fill Group C clerical posts in departments under the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. LDC is an entry-level administrative post where selected candidates handle correspondence, file management, data entry, and general office support across Delhi government offices.
DSSSB LDC is one of the most popular government exams for 12th pass candidates in Delhi-NCR, offering stable employment, Pay Level 2 salary with all central government benefits, and a clear promotion ladder within the Delhi Administrative Support Services (DASS) cadre.
The exam is conducted in one tier — a single Computer-Based Test (CBT) of 200 marks — followed by a qualifying typing skill test. There is no interview or second written stage, making preparation straightforward and focused.
02Current Status 2026
✅ 2023 Cycle — Result OUT (27 March 2026)
The DSSSB LDC 2023 (Advt. 05/2023) result has been officially released on 27 March 2026 (Result Notice No. 144). The exam was held from 1 October to 21 November 2025. Out of 72,609 candidates who appeared in the Tier-I CBT, 25,385 have been shortlisted for the Skill Test (Typing). Candidates can check their scorecard and qualifying status by logging into the OARS portal at dsssbonline.nic.in.
📊 2023 Cycle — Cutoff Marks (Post Code 802/23)
The category-wise cutoff for shortlisting to the Skill Test stage was: UR: 149.15 out of 200. These cutoffs apply to the combined examination covering LDC, Junior Assistant, Stenographer, and allied posts under Post Code 802/23. The total vacancies under this post code were revised to 3,050 (including all posts).
⚠️ Skill Test — Date Awaited
Candidates shortlisted in the 2023 cycle result are now waiting for the Skill Test (Typing) schedule, which is To Be Notified (TBN). The typing test is qualifying (pass/fail). Keep checking dsssb.delhi.gov.in for the date announcement.
💡 2026 New Cycle — Awaited
A fresh DSSSB LDC 2026 notification has not been released as of May 2026. DSSSB LDC recruitment is irregular — new notifications depend on departmental requisitions from Delhi government bodies. Keep checking dsssb.delhi.gov.in.
03Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| DSSSB LDC 2023 Official Notification (Advt. 05/2023) | 📅 December 2023 | ✔ Done |
| DSSSB LDC 2023 Online Application Opens | 📅 9 January 2024 | ✔ Done |
| DSSSB LDC 2023 Application Closes | 📅 7 February 2024 | ✔ Done |
| DSSSB LDC 2023 Written Exam (CBT) | 📅 1 October – 21 November 2025 | ✔ Done |
| DSSSB LDC 2023 Final Answer Key Released | 📅 December 2025 | ✔ Done |
| ✅ DSSSB LDC 2023 Result & Scorecard Released (Advt. 05/2023) | 📅 27 March 2026 | ✔ Done |
| DSSSB LDC 2023 Skill Test (Typing) Schedule | 📅 To Be Notified (TBN) | ⚠️ TBN |
| DSSSB LDC 2023 Document Verification | 📅 To Be Notified (TBN) | ⚠️ TBN |
| 🆕 DSSSB LDC 2026 New Notification | 📅 To Be Notified (TBN) | ⚠️ TBN |
| DSSSB LDC 2026 Application Window | 📅 To Be Notified (TBN) | ⚠️ TBN |
| DSSSB LDC 2026 Written Exam (CBT) | 📅 To Be Notified (TBN) | ⚠️ TBN |
04Eligibility Criteria
🎓 Educational Qualification
Must have passed Class XII (10+2) from a recognised Board or University. No specific stream is required — Arts, Commerce, or Science all accepted.
Additionally, the candidate must have proficiency in typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer (tested in the qualifying Skill Test).
📋 Age Limit
Minimum: 18 years | Maximum: 27 years
| Category | Max Age |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 27 years |
| OBC | 30 years (+3) |
| SC / ST | 32 years (+5) |
| PwBD (General) | 37 years (+10) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules |
🪪 Nationality
Only Indian citizens are eligible. Candidates of Indian origin settled abroad in Nepal, Bhutan, or other countries may be eligible as per Government of India rules — check the official notification.
💻 Typing Requirement
Typing test is a qualifying stage (pass/fail — marks not counted in merit):
- English: 35 words per minute
- Hindi: 30 words per minute
- Test conducted on a computer (not typewriter)
- Candidate must clear one language — both not required
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Exempt |
| PwBD | Exempt |
| Women (all categories) | Exempt |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempt |
Payment via SBI e-Pay only (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI). Always verify fee details in the official notification.
05Vacancy History & 2023 Breakdown
| Cycle | Vacancies | Exam | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| DSSSB LDC 2016 | ~800–1,200 (approx.) | Held 2016–17 | Declared |
| DSSSB LDC 2019 | ~500–900 (approx.) | Held 2019–20 | Declared |
| DSSSB LDC 2023 (Advt. 05/2023) | 284 | Oct–Nov 2025 | Result Out (27 Mar 2026); Skill Test TBN |
| DSSSB LDC 2026 (upcoming) | 300–2,000 (expected) | TBN | TBN |
📊 2023 Cycle — Department & Category-Wise Vacancy
| Department | Total | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) | 256 | 107 | 69 | 35 | 19 | 26 |
| Delhi Agricultural Marketing Board (DAMB) | 28 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 6 |
| Grand Total | 284 | 111 | 82 | 36 | 23 | 32 |
06Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 35 | 35 |
| Hindi Language | 35 | 35 |
| General Awareness | 35 | 35 |
| Numerical Ability & Data Interpretation | 35 | 35 |
| Mental Ability & Reasoning | 35 | 35 |
| Basic Computer, Social Media, Internet & Office Automation | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
⌨️ Skill Test (Typing) — Qualifying Stage
Candidates who qualify the written exam are called for a typing test. Marks are not added to the written exam score — it is purely qualifying (pass/fail).
Only one language (English or Hindi) needs to be cleared. The test is conducted on a standard computer keyboard.
07Detailed Syllabus 2026
📝 English Language
- ▸Verb, Tenses (Present, Past, Future)
- ▸Vocabulary — Synonyms, Antonyms
- ▸Adverbs, Articles, Prepositions
- ▸Active & Passive Voice
- ▸Subject-Verb Agreement
- ▸Reading Comprehension (unseen passages)
- ▸Idioms & Phrases
- ▸Fill in the Blanks (grammar-based)
- ▸Error Correction / Spotting
- ▸Sentence Rearrangement (Para Jumbles)
🇮🇳 Hindi Language
- ▸Antonyms (Vilom Shabd)
- ▸Fill in the Blanks
- ▸Phrases / Muhavare
- ▸Vocabulary (Shabd Bhandar)
- ▸Hindi Grammar (Vyakaran)
- ▸Synonyms (Paryayvachi)
- ▸Translation of Sentences
- ▸Error Detection (Ashuddhi Shodhan)
- ▸Reading Comprehension (Apathit Gadyansh)
- ▸Sentence Formation / Reordering
🌐 General Awareness
- ▸Current Affairs – National & International (last 6 months)
- ▸Indian History – Ancient, Medieval, Modern
- ▸Indian Geography – Physical, Political
- ▸Indian Polity – Constitution, Parliament, Judiciary
- ▸Indian Economy – Budget, GDP, Schemes
- ▸Science & Technology – Space, Defence, Health
- ▸Sports, Awards, Important Days
- ▸Important Government Schemes (PM-related)
- ▸Environment & Ecology
- ▸Delhi-specific knowledge (GK)
🔢 Numerical Ability & Data Interpretation
- ▸Number System, Simplification & Approximation
- ▸Percentage, Ratio & Proportion
- ▸Average, Profit & Loss, Discount
- ▸Simple & Compound Interest
- ▸Time & Work, Pipe & Cistern
- ▸Speed, Distance & Time
- ▸Mensuration (2D & 3D)
- ▸Data Interpretation – Tables, Bar, Line, Pie Charts
- ▸Mixture & Alligation, Partnership
- ▸HCF, LCM, Fractions, Squares & Cubes
🧩 Mental Ability & Reasoning
- ▸Analogies (Verbal & Non-Verbal)
- ▸Classification / Odd One Out
- ▸Series Completion (Number & Letter)
- ▸Coding-Decoding
- ▸Blood Relations, Direction & Distance
- ▸Sitting Arrangement (Linear & Circular)
- ▸Syllogisms & Venn Diagrams
- ▸Mathematical Operations, Number Ranking
- ▸Statement – Conclusion & Assumption
- ▸Cubes & Dice, Mirror Images, Paper Folding
💻 Basic Computer & Office Automation
- ▸Computer Fundamentals (Hardware, Software, Memory)
- ▸MS Word – Document editing, formatting, mail merge
- ▸MS Excel – Formulas (SUM, AVERAGE, VLOOKUP), Charts
- ▸MS PowerPoint – Slide creation, transitions
- ▸Internet Basics – Browsers, Search Engines, Email
- ▸Social Media Awareness (platforms, safety)
- ▸Office Automation – File management, printing
- ▸Input/Output Devices
- ▸Keyboard Shortcuts (commonly used)
- ▸Cybersecurity basics
08Salary & Career Growth
💰 Pay Level 2 Salary Breakdown (7th CPC)
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Pay Level 2 – Entry) | ₹19,900/month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) – 60% of Basic (as of Jan 2026) | ₹11,940/month |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) – city-based | ₹1,590–₹4,776/month |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | ₹1,350–₹3,600/month (est.) |
| Other Allowances (Canteen, Medical, etc.) | ₹1,500–₹2,500/month (est.) |
| Gross Estimated In-Hand (approx.) | ~₹26,000–₹30,000/month |
* Estimates based on current 7th CPC rates with DA at 60% (effective January 2026). Actual in-hand may vary based on city of posting, DA revisions, and individual deductions. The 8th Pay Commission was formally constituted on 3 November 2025 (chaired by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai) — its report is expected by May 2027 and may revise these figures upward.
📈 Promotion Path — DASS Cadre
Promotions are through the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) and depend on vacancies, seniority, and ACR/APAR ratings. Inter-departmental transfers within Delhi government are possible.
09How to Apply
Visit dsssbonline.nic.in and complete OTR by entering your personal, educational, and contact details. Upload photo and signature. OTR is a one-time process valid for all future DSSSB recruitments.
When a new notification is released, go to the DSSSB official site (dsssb.delhi.gov.in) and click on the LDC advertisement. Download and read the official PDF carefully — it contains all eligibility rules, vacancy breakdown, and fee details.
Log in with your OTR credentials, select the LDC post, and fill in the application. Provide your category, educational details, typing language preference, and exam centre choice.
Pay the fee via SBI e-Pay (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI). General/OBC candidates pay a nominal fee; SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates are generally exempt — verify in the official notification.
Submit the form before the deadline. Download and save the confirmation page / registration slip. This document is required for admit card download and future correspondence.
103-Month Study Plan
A focused 12-week plan covering all 6 sections. Assumes 3–4 hours daily for working candidates, 5–6 hours for full-time aspirants.
- ▸English: Grammar rules (tense, voice, articles), basic vocabulary 10 words/day
- ▸Hindi: Muhavare list, Vilom-Paryayvachi sets, grammar rules
- ▸Maths: Arithmetic — percentage, profit-loss, SI/CI, ratio-proportion
- ▸Reasoning: Analogies, series, coding-decoding, directions
- ▸GK: Lucent chapters — History, Geography, Polity basics
- ▸Computer: MS Word and Excel basics, internet terminology
- ▸Typing: Start daily 15-min practice (aim 20 wpm first)
- ▸English: Reading comprehension strategy, error spotting, para jumbles
- ▸Hindi: Comprehension passages, translation practice, sentence formation
- ▸Maths: DI (Bar, Pie, Table), Time & Work, Speed-Distance, Mensuration
- ▸Reasoning: Seating arrangements, syllogisms, blood relations, puzzles
- ▸GK: Current affairs (last 6 months), Economy, Science & Tech, Delhi GK
- ▸Computer: PowerPoint, keyboard shortcuts, social media awareness
- ▸Typing: Push to 28–30 wpm; start Hindi typing if choosing Hindi
- ▸Complete 2 full-length mock tests per week (200Q, 2 hours, timed)
- ▸Review weak areas from mock test performance reports
- ▸Current affairs: Revise last 6 months thoroughly — economy, sports, awards
- ▸English & Hindi: Solve 20 previous year questions daily
- ▸Typing: Maintain or exceed required speed (35 wpm English / 30 Hindi)
- ▸Final week: Light revision, avoid new topics, stay calm and well-rested
11Best Books for DSSSB LDC 2026
| Book | Author | Subject | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal | Reasoning | Buy |
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | R.S. Aggarwal | Quantitative Aptitude | Buy |
| Objective General English | S.P. Bakshi | English | Buy |
| Samanya Hindi | Dr. Hardev Bahri | Hindi | — |
| Lucent's General Knowledge | Binay Karna | General Awareness | Buy |
| Computer Awareness for Competitive Exams | Arihant Experts | Computer | Buy |
| DSSSB LDC Previous Year Papers (Solved) | Kiran Prakashan | Practice | — |
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Disclaimer: The information on this page is compiled from official DSSSB notifications, government gazettes, and publicly available sources for educational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, candidates are strongly advised to verify all details — including eligibility, vacancies, exam dates, fees, and salary — from the official DSSSB website (dsssb.delhi.gov.in) and the OARS portal (dsssbonline.nic.in) before making any decisions. TaiyarHo.in is not affiliated with DSSSB or the Government of NCT of Delhi. Salary figures are estimates based on the 7th CPC pay matrix and current DA rates — actual in-hand amounts may vary.