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Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released the Advertisement No. 05/2025 for recruitment to the post of Assistant Teacher (Primary) in Directorate of Education and New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). A total of 1180 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 September 2025 to 16 October 2025. Selection will be through a One Tier Computer-Based Examination.
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DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment 2025
Important Date
- Notification Release Date: 10 September 2025
- Application Start: 17 September 2025 (12:00 Noon)
- Last Date : 16 October 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Exam Date: To be notified later
- Admit Card: To be released before exam
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD (UR): 10 Years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
- Contractual Teachers: Up to 5 Years (as per service duration)
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
Qualification
- Directorate of Education:
- 12th with 50% + D.El.Ed./B.El.Ed./Diploma in Special Education
- CTET Qualified
- Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi/English in 10th
- NDMC:
- 12th with 50% + JBT/ETE/DIET/B.El.Ed.
- CTET Qualified
- Hindi in 10th
- Desirable: Computer Knowledge
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment: Full Eligibility
To apply for DSSSB Assistant Teacher (Primary) under Advt. No. 05/2025, candidates must have passed 12th Class with at least 50% marks, hold a valid D.El.Ed./B.El.Ed./Diploma in Special Education and be CTET qualified. Additionally, candidates must have studied Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi/English as a subject in Class 10th. For NDMC posts, Computer Knowledge is desirable.
| Eligibility Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Educational Qualification |
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| Language Requirement | Must have studied Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi/English in Class 10th |
| Desirable Qualification (NDMC only) | Basic Computer Knowledge |
| Age Limit | Maximum 30 Years (Relaxation applicable as per rules) |
| Experience | Not Required |
| Other Requirements | Must fulfill all criteria as per DSSSB rules and notification |
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment: Salary
The salary for DSSSB Assistant Teacher (Primary) is offered under Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400. This includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance, HRA and other applicable Government Benefits. The post is classified as Group B, Non-Gazetted and Non-Ministerial.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Post Type | Group B, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
- Dearness Allowance (DA) as per current rates
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on posting location
- Transport Allowance for daily commute
- Medical Benefits under CGHS or state schemes
- Pension & Provident Fund contributions as per rules
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment: Selection Process
The selection for DSSSB Assistant Teacher (Primary) will be based on a One Tier Computer-Based Examination followed by Document Verification. Final merit will be prepared using normalized scores obtained in the written test. There is no interview for this post.
- Online Application Submission through DSSSB portal
- One Tier Written Examination (Computer-Based Test)
- Normalization of Scores for fairness across shifts
- Document Verification for shortlisted candidates
- Final Merit List based on normalized exam scores
- Appointment by respective department (DoE/NDMC)
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment: Exam Pattern
The DSSSB Assistant Teacher (Primary) exam will be conducted in One Tier format as a Computer-Based Test (CBT). The paper will consist of 200 questions divided into Section A and Section B, covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Languages and Teaching Methodology. There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
| Section | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English, Hindi | 100 | 100 |
| Section B | Teaching Methodology based on NCTE Curriculum | 100 | 100 |
| Total | — | 200 | 200 |
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Language of Paper: English & Hindi
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: As per DSSSB norms
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The DSSSB Assistant Teacher (Primary) recruitment under Advt. No. 05/2025 includes a total of 1180 vacancies across Directorate of Education and NDMC. Vacancies are distributed category-wise including UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS and PwBD categories. Candidates must apply for the correct post code and category as per eligibility.
| Department | Post Code | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Directorate of Education | 801/25 | 434 | 278 | 153 | 62 | 128 | 1055 | 55 |
| NDMC | 802/25 | 68 | 28 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 125 | 6 |
| Total | — | 502 | 306 | 166 | 69 | 137 | 1180 | 61 |
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment: How To Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for DSSSB Assistant Teacher (Primary) posts under Advt. No. 05/2025 through the official DSSSB online portal. The application process is completely online and requires one-time registration, uploading of documents and payment of application fee. The last date to apply is 16 October 2025.
- Visit the DSSSB Online Portal: https://dsssbonline.nic.in
- Click on New Registration and create your profile
- Login using your credentials and select the relevant Post Code
- Fill the online application form with accurate details
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature and documents
- Pay the application fee via SBI e-pay (online mode only)
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page
Important Links
| Apply Online | Link Activate On 17/09/2025 |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Delhi All Vacancy 2025 | Click Here |
| DSSSB Jobs 2025 | Click Here |
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Recruitment: FAQs
What is the last date to apply for DSSSB Assistant Teacher (Primary)?
The last date to submit the online application is 16 October 2025.
Is CTET mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes, candidates must be CTET Paper-I qualified to be eligible.
Can I apply if I have B.El.Ed. instead of D.El.Ed.?
Yes, B.El.Ed. is an eligible qualification as per the notification.
Is there any physical test for Assistant Teacher post?
No, there is no physical test required for this post.
What is the salary for DSSSB Assistant Teacher?
The salary is as per Pay Level 6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 plus allowances.
How will the selection be made?
Selection will be through a One Tier Computer-Based Exam followed by Document Verification.