DSSSB TGT/PGT/PRT 2026 –
Complete Preparation Guide
DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board) recruits PRT, TGT & PGT teachers for Delhi government schools. PGT Economics exam date: held on 15 July 2026 (Geography on 16 July) for Advt. 10/2024 (432 PGT posts, 82 in Economics); marks and e-dossier call are listed for Sep–Oct 2026 (tentative). A fresh PGT notification (~510 posts, unconfirmed) has not been released as on 29 Sep 2026. CTET Paper I is mandatory for PRT, CTET Paper II for TGT. Salary ₹35,400–₹1,51,100/month (Pay Level 6–8, 7th CPC).
1Overview – DSSSB Teaching Recruitment 2026
DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board) is the central recruitment authority for Grade B and Grade C posts in the Government of National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. For teaching, DSSSB recruits PRT (Primary Teachers) for Classes 1–5, TGT (Trained Graduate Teachers) for Classes 6–10, and PGT (Post Graduate Teachers) for Classes 11–12 in Delhi government schools under the Directorate of Education, MCD, and other government bodies.
Recent recruitment has accelerated significantly — the 2025 cycle alone released 7,000+ teaching posts (Advt 05/2025 for PRT and 06/2025 for TGT), and Advt. 03/2026 added 1,417 teaching posts (1,979 posts in all). Delhi government school teachers are paid on 7th CPC scales with DA (60%) and HRA (30%), making these among the most sought-after state government teaching positions.
2Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| DSSSB Teaching Posts Notification (2021 Advt No. 05/2021) | November 2021 |
| DSSSB 2021 TGT Written Examination (Various Subjects) | September 2022 – January 2023 |
| DSSSB 2021 PGT Written Examination (Various Subjects) | October 2023 – March 2024 |
| DSSSB 2021 PRT/TGT/PGT Final Results (ongoing) | Rolling through 2024–2025 |
| DSSSB Advt. 05/2025 – PRT (Assistant Teacher Primary) – 1,180 Posts | October 2025 |
| DSSSB Advt. 06/2025 – TGT (5,346 Posts – Various Subjects) | October 2025 |
| DSSSB PGT Exam (432 PGT Posts – most subjects) | 12–17 April 2026 |
| DSSSB PGT Economics Exam (Post Code 829/24, Advt. 10/2024) | 15 July 2026 |
| DSSSB PGT Geography Exam (Post Code 832/24, Advt. 10/2024) | 16 July 2026 |
| PGT Economics & Geography – Draft Answer Key Objection Window | 10–15 August 2026 |
| 🆕 PGT Economics & Geography – Release of Marks & Call for e-Dossiers | Sep–Oct 2026 (tentative, DSSSB schedule of 23 Sep 2026) |
| PGT Maths (825/24) & PGT Biology (828/24) – Result Declaration | Sep–Oct 2026 (tentative, DSSSB schedule of 23 Sep 2026) |
| DSSSB PRT (Assistant Teacher Primary, Post Code 802/25, Advt. 05/2025) Exam | Feb–Apr 2026 |
| PRT (802/25) – Release of Marks & Call for e-Dossiers | Sep–Oct 2026 (tentative, DSSSB schedule of 23 Sep 2026) |
| DSSSB TGT (Advt. 06/2025) – Marks / Result | TBN (check dsssb.delhi.gov.in) |
| DSSSB Advt. 03/2026 – 1,979 posts in all, incl. 1,417 teaching posts (TGT Computer Science 675, Special Educator (Primary) 450, TGT Special Education 163, Domestic Science Teacher 129) | Released 29 May 2026 |
| DSSSB 03/2026 – Online Application Window | 16 June – 15 July 2026 (closed) |
| 🆕 Physical Education Teacher (PET), Post Code 41/22 – applications re-opened for PwBD candidates only | 23 Sep – 22 Oct 2026 |
| DSSSB 03/2026 – CBT Exam Date (teaching post codes 41/26–44/26) | TBN (not in DSSSB exam schedule up to 24 Oct 2026) |
| ⚠️ New DSSSB PGT Notification (~510 posts per a circulating annexure — unconfirmed) | Not released as on 29 Sep 2026 (TBN) |
| DSSSB 2026 – Final Results & Document Verification | TBN |
⚠️ Marks/result months come from DSSSB's own tentative schedule (dated 23 Sep 2026), which says it is not binding. All future dates are subject to change. Always confirm from dsssb.delhi.gov.in.
🏃 DSSSB Physical Education Teacher (PET) – Latest Update
DSSSB advertised 221 Physical Education Teacher posts (Post Code 41/22, Advt. 08/22 dated 14 Oct 2022). After the Directorate of Education declared the post suitable for persons with disabilities, a corrigendum (Sep 2026) reserved 9 of the 221 posts for PwBD. Online applications from eligible PwBD candidates only are open from 23 Sep 2026 (12 noon) to 22 Oct 2026 (11:59 PM) at dsssbonline.nic.in. Eligibility (qualification, age, reservation) is still judged on the original Advt. 08/22 cut-off date. Other candidates cannot apply in this window.
3Eligibility Criteria
PRT (Primary Teacher)
Up to 30 yearsTGT (Trained Graduate Teacher)
Up to 30 yearsPGT (Post Graduate Teacher)
Up to 30 yearsAge Relaxation
📌 Nationality: Indian citizens only. Regular government servants with 3+ years of continuous service get up to 5 years of relaxation for Group B posts. Age, qualification and other eligibility are determined as on the closing date of the application (e.g. 14 Feb 2025 for Advt. 10/2024). Age limits can vary by post code — always verify from the specific notification PDF.
4Vacancy History
| Cycle | PRT | TGT | PGT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSSSB 2019-20 (Advt 01/2019) | 4,366 | 4,231 | 1,217 | ~9,814 |
| DSSSB 2021 (Advt 05/2021) | 3,248 | 3,556 | 1,412 | ~8,216 |
| DSSSB 2024 (Advt 10/2024) | – | – | 432 | 432 (PGT) |
| DSSSB 2025 (Advt 05–07/2025) | 1,180 | 5,346 | – | ~7,000+ |
| DSSSB 2026 (Advt 03/2026) | 450* | 967 | – | 1,417 teaching (1,979 incl. non-teaching) |
Figures are approximate based on official notifications. * 03/2026 PRT figure refers to Special Educator (Primary) posts; the TGT figure covers TGT (Computer Science) 675, TGT (Special Education Teacher) 163 and Domestic Science Teacher 129. DSSSB has been releasing notifications more frequently since 2024.
📘 DSSSB PGT (Advt. 10/2024) – Subject-wise Posts & Status
| Subject (Post Code) | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGT Hindi (824/24) | 70 | 21 | 91 |
| PGT Maths (825/24) | 21 | 10 | 31 |
| PGT Physics (826/24) | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| PGT Chemistry (827/24) | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| PGT Biology (828/24) | 1 | 12 | 13 |
| PGT Economics (829/24) | 60 | 22 | 82 |
| PGT Commerce (830/24) | 32 | 5 | 37 |
| PGT History (831/24) | 50 | 11 | 61 |
| PGT Geography (832/24) | 21 | 1 | 22 |
| PGT Political Science (833/24) | 59 | 19 | 78 |
| PGT Sociology (834/24) | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Total | 326 | 106 | 432 |
All posts are in the Directorate of Education (NDMC sent no requisition). Advt. 10/2024 was dated 30 Dec 2024; applications ran 16 Jan – 14 Feb 2025. Status dates are from DSSSB's tentative result schedule dated 23 Sep 2026 and can change — follow dsssb.delhi.gov.in for the actual marks/e-dossier notice.
5Exam Pattern (Single-Tier CBT)
🏫 PRT (Primary Teacher) – One Tier (200 Marks)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Arithmetic & Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 |
| Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 |
| Primary Education Content & Pedagogy | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
📗 TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) – One Tier (200 Marks, 2 Hours)
| Section | Qs / Marks |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 20/20 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20/20 |
| Arithmetic & Numerical Ability | 20/20 |
| Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20/20 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 20/20 |
| Section | Qs / Marks |
|---|---|
| Section B – Subject concerned (graduation level) incl. teaching methodology / B.Ed. | 100/100 |
📘 PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) – One Tier (300 Marks, 3 Hours)
| Section | Qs / Marks |
|---|---|
| Mental Ability & Reasoning | 20/20 |
| General Awareness | 20/20 |
| Numerical Aptitude & Data Interpretation | 20/20 |
| Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20/20 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 20/20 |
| Section | Qs / Marks |
|---|---|
| Section II – Post-graduation level subject (e.g. Economics) incl. teaching methodology | 200/200 |
6Detailed Syllabus
🌐 General Awareness (All Posts – 20 Qs)
- Indian History – Ancient, Medieval, Modern (with special focus on Delhi history)
- Indian & World Geography – Physical, Political, Economic
- Indian Polity & Constitution – Articles, Amendments, DPSP, Fundamental Rights
- Indian Economy – Budget, Five Year Plans, Government Schemes, GST basics
- Science & Technology – General science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics)
- Current Affairs – National & International (last 6–12 months)
- Environment & Ecology – National Parks, Wildlife, Climate Agreements
- Awards, Sports, Important Days, Books & Authors, Summits
- Delhi-specific GK – Government of NCT of Delhi, Delhi geography, heritage sites
🧩 General Intelligence & Reasoning (All Posts – 20 Qs)
- Analogies – Verbal & Non-Verbal
- Series Completion – Number, Letter, Figure
- Classification, Odd One Out
- Coding-Decoding (old and new pattern)
- Blood Relations, Direction & Distance
- Syllogisms, Logical Venn Diagrams
- Mathematical Operations, Order & Ranking
- Sitting Arrangement (linear & circular)
- Non-Verbal Reasoning – Mirror/Water Image, Paper Folding, Figure Matrix
🔢 Arithmetic & Numerical Ability (All Posts – 20 Qs)
- Number System – LCM, HCF, fractions, decimals, BODMAS
- Percentage, Profit & Loss, Discount
- Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Partnership
- Ratio & Proportion, Average, Mixture & Alligation
- Time & Work, Pipe & Cistern
- Speed, Distance & Time, Trains, Boats & Streams
- Mensuration – Area, Volume of 2D & 3D shapes
- Data Interpretation – Tables, Bar, Pie, Line charts
- Simplification & Approximation
📖 Hindi & English Language (All Posts – 20+20 Qs)
- Hindi – व्याकरण (Vyakaran): संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय, कारक
- Hindi – पर्यायवाची, विलोम, मुहावरे, लोकोक्तियाँ, अनेकार्थी शब्द
- Hindi – अपठित गद्यांश, वाक्य शुद्धि, रिक्त स्थान पूर्ति
- English – Reading Comprehension (unseen passage)
- English – Grammar: Tenses, Active/Passive Voice, Reported Speech, Prepositions
- English – Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitution
- English – Error Detection & Sentence Correction
- English – Fill in the Blanks (Grammar + Vocabulary)
🎓 Pedagogy & Subject Content – PRT (Section B, 100 Qs)
- Child Development & Psychology (Class 1–5 age group: 6–11 years)
- Theories of Learning: Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg, Bruner
- Inclusive Education – NEP 2020, RTE Act 2009, NCF 2005
- Assessment & Evaluation: Formative, Summative, CCE
- Primary Mathematics: Number system, Operations, Shapes, Measurement, Data handling
- Environmental Studies (EVS): My Family, Food, Shelter, Water, Animals, Plants, Travel
- Language Development in primary children
- Teaching-Learning Materials (TLMs) for primary classes
- Activity-based learning, Project method, Story-telling techniques
📚 Subject Content & Teaching Methodology – TGT (Section B, 100 Qs)
- Pedagogy: Adolescent psychology (11–14 yrs), learning theories, Bloom's Taxonomy
- Classroom management, discipline, motivation techniques
- Subject Content (Graduation level): varies by specialisation chosen
- TGT Maths: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Coordinate Geometry
- TGT Science: Physics (Motion, Electricity, Light), Chemistry (Acids/Bases, Carbon), Biology (Cell, Life Processes)
- TGT English: Literature comprehension, Grammar, Writing, Language skills (BA level)
- TGT Hindi: साहित्य, गद्य-पद्य, व्याकरण (B.A. level)
- TGT Social Science: History (Medieval to Modern), Political Science, Economics, Geography
- Assessment, curriculum design, and lesson planning at upper primary level
🏫 Subject Content & Teaching Methodology – PGT (Section II, 200 Qs)
- Pedagogy: Senior Secondary-level teaching strategies, constructivist approach
- NEP 2020 – Four-stage schooling structure, FLN, vocationalisation
- Subject Content (Post-Graduation level): varies by specialisation
- PGT Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, Modern Physics
- PGT Chemistry: Organic, Inorganic, Physical Chemistry (M.Sc. level)
- PGT Maths: Calculus, Algebra, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Statistics
- PGT History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern India; World History (M.A. level)
- PGT Political Science: Indian Polity, Comparative Politics, IR, Political Theory
- PGT Economics: Micro & Macro Economics, Indian Economy, Statistics for Economics, Money & Banking, Public Finance, International Trade (M.A. level)
- Curriculum planning, formative & summative assessment, exam paper design
7Salary & Benefits (7th Pay Commission)
| Post | Basic Pay | Gross (Delhi) |
|---|---|---|
| PRT (Primary Teacher) | ₹35,400/month | ~₹73,020/month |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | ₹44,900/month | ~₹91,070/month |
| PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) | ₹47,600/month | ~₹96,200/month |
Additional Benefits
- ✅ National Pension System (NPS) – 10% employee + 14% government contribution
- ✅ Medical facilities under CGHS / Delhi Govt. health schemes
- ✅ Leave Travel Concession (LTC) – twice in 4 years
- ✅ Children Education Allowance (up to 2 children)
- ✅ Job security + regular increments + promotion path
- ✅ Government holiday list + summer/winter vacations for teaching staff
Career Progression
8th Pay Commission Note: The 8th Pay Commission was constituted in November 2025 under Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, and its report is expected around mid-2027. It is not implemented — the revised pay and its effective date will be known only after the Government accepts the report. Until then, all salaries follow the 7th CPC structure shown above.
8How to Apply
96-Month Study Plan
Start with Indian History, Geography, and Polity using NCERT Class 6–10 books. Read one chapter daily and make concise notes. Simultaneously, solve 20 Reasoning questions daily — Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding. Current Affairs: subscribe to a daily GK app (GK Today or similar) and spend 15 minutes every morning. These GK foundations take time to build — start early.
Arithmetic: Cover all Class 10-level topics systematically. Practice 30 problems daily with a timer — speed and accuracy matter equally. English: Grammar revision + 1 comprehension passage daily. Hindi: Revise Vyakaran (Sandhi, Samas, Muhavare) daily with 15-20 MCQs. Take one sectional mock per week for each language section.
This is the most critical month. The subject section (Section B for PRT/TGT, Section II for PGT) carries the highest marks. PRT candidates: Revise all Class 1–8 NCERT content, especially EVS, Maths, and Language. TGT candidates: Revise graduation-level content for your subject (standard reference books + NCERT Class 6–12). PGT candidates: Study post-graduation level content systematically from university textbooks. Make chapter-wise notes.
Pedagogy is where many candidates lose marks due to neglect. Study NCF 2005, NEP 2020 Key Points, RTE Act 2009 clauses, and child development theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Kohlberg, Bruner). Learn about Bloom's Taxonomy, Formative/Summative Assessment, Inclusive Education, and TLMs. PRT candidates: Also revise CTET Paper 1 pedagogy notes — many questions overlap. Take 20 pedagogy MCQs daily from mock papers.
DSSSB occasionally asks Delhi-specific questions — know Delhi's geography, historical significance (Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Red Fort), government structure (Lt. Governor, CM, MLA constituencies), Delhi's economy and initiatives. Take 2 full-length mock tests per week (200 marks for PRT/TGT, 300 marks for PGT). Analyse every mock deeply — focus on wrong answers, not just scores. For TGT/PGT: add subject-section mocks alongside.
Take 3+ full-length mock tests per week in the real format. Revise GK through Lucent's GK + a 3-month current affairs booklet. TGT/PGT aspirants: do 2 full subject-section mocks per week. Final 2 weeks: Revision only — no new topics. PGT candidates should build stamina for a 3-hour, 300-question sitting. Stay updated on DSSSB official notification at dsssb.delhi.gov.in.
10Best Books for DSSSB Preparation
| Book | Author | Subject | Find Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| DSSSB TGT/PGT/PRT Guide (All-in-One) | Arihant Publications | All Sections | — |
| Examcart All Subjects Pedagogy Textbook (CTET, KVS, NVS, DSSSB & All TETs) | Prateek Shivalik | Pedagogy (All Posts) | Find on Amazon |
| CTET & TETs English Language & Pedagogy (Class 1–5 & 6–8) | Arihant Publications | English Language & Pedagogy | Find on Amazon |
| Lucent's General Knowledge | Lucent Publications | General Awareness | Find on Amazon |
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams | R.S. Aggarwal | Arithmetic | Find on Amazon |
| A New Approach to Reasoning | B.S. Sijwali & Indu Sijwali | Reasoning | Find on Amazon |
| Objective General English | S.P. Bakshi (Arihant) | English | Find on Amazon |
| Sampoorna Hindi Vyakaran | Dr. Hardev Bahri | Hindi | — |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | Disha Experts | Pedagogy (PRT/TGT) | — |
| NCF 2005 & NEP 2020 (Official Documents) | Ministry of Education, GOI | Pedagogy & Policy | — |
| NCERT Textbooks Class 1–12 (All Subjects) | NCERT (Free PDF at ncert.nic.in) | Subject Content | — |
| Previous Year DSSSB Papers (Last 10 Years) | Kiran Publications / Arihant | Practice & Pattern | — |
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11Free Resources
12Expert Tips to Crack DSSSB
CTET is a hard prerequisite for PRT and TGT posts — no CTET = no selection, even if you score full marks in the written test. If you haven't cleared it yet, register immediately for the next CTET cycle at ctet.nic.in. CTET is held twice a year and the certificate is now valid for lifetime.
DSSSB teacher exams are now a single-tier CBT: PRT and TGT are 200 marks in 2 hours, PGT is 300 marks in 3 hours. Merit is based on the total of both sections, but you must clear the minimum qualifying marks in the subject section (40% UR/EWS, 35% OBC, 30% SC/ST/PwBD). Focus on accuracy — ¼ mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
The subject section is the highest-scoring part of the paper (PRT: 100 of 200, TGT: 100 of 200, PGT: 200 of 300). Build it on NCERT textbooks plus your graduation/post-graduation texts — read every chapter, not just summaries.
B.Ed holders cannot apply for PRT posts. As per the Supreme Court ruling (2023) and NCTE regulations, only D.El.Ed (2-year) or B.El.Ed (4-year integrated) holders are eligible for PRT. This is a critical eligibility rule that many candidates miss. Check the official notification carefully before applying.
DSSSB sends appointment letters in batches, months or years after the written exam. Join DSSSB Results Tracking communities on Telegram to stay updated on your post's status. The 2021 cycle results are still rolling out in 2025–26. Patience is essential — keep your documents (educational certificates, CTET certificate, photo ID) ready for document verification at any time.
Delhi government teachers are paid under the 7th Pay Commission. With DA at 60% (from 1 Jan 2026) and HRA at 30% (Delhi is an X-class city), gross salary is higher than many state government teaching posts. PRT starts at about ₹73,000/month gross — a strong package for a teaching career.
DSSSB recruitment has become more frequent — the 2025 cycle alone had 7,000+ vacancies across TGT, PRT, and PGT posts, and Advt. 03/2026 added 1,417 more teaching posts (1,979 posts in all). Don't wait for a notification to start preparation. Candidates who prepare 9–12 months before are consistently in the top percentiles. Use the current time to clear CTET, strengthen subject content, and build mock-test stamina.
Apply for both DSSSB and KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan) simultaneously when both cycles are active. Both recruit PRT, TGT, and PGT. KVS ran a joint drive with NVS in 2025-26. Diversifying your central government teaching job applications significantly improves your chances of securing a posting in Delhi.
13Frequently Asked Questions
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📅 Last Updated: 29 September 2026
⚠️ Disclaimer: The information on this page is compiled from official DSSSB notifications, government websites, and trusted public sources for educational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, candidates must always verify details from the official DSSSB notification PDF at dsssb.delhi.gov.in before making any decisions. TaiyarHo.in is not affiliated with DSSSB or any government body. Figures marked TBN (To Be Notified) are expected/estimated and should not be treated as confirmed. Salary figures are approximate gross estimates based on the 7th CPC with DA at 60% (w.e.f. 1 Jan 2026); the 8th Pay Commission is not implemented. Exam dates, answer-key windows and the tentative result schedule on this page are taken from DSSSB notices (Advt. 10/2024, Advt. 03/2026, Advt. 08/22 corrigendum, and the result schedule dated 23 Sep 2026).