DSSSB AE Exam Details 2026

The selection process for **DSSSB AE** is conducted in the following stages:\n1. **Written Online Examination (CBT)**: Qualifying objective test.\n2. **Skill Test / Physical Test**: (For specific posts like Clerk or Constable).\n3. **Document Verification**: Detailed check of academic qualifications and category certificates.\n4. **Medical Fitness Test**: Standard government medical examination.

The DSSSB AE Exam 2024 will consist of two levels, i.e., the Tier I examination and the Tier II examination.

• The Tier I exam consists of 200 multiple-choice questions, where every question is worth 1 mark.
• Correct answers are rewarded with 1 mark, and incorrect answers lead to the deduction of 0.25 marks.
• The Tier II exam consists of 200 questions for 300 marks.
• The candidate must score more than or equal to the cut-off marks in the written examinations to be eligible for the DSSSB AE Recruitment 2024.

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The candidates that qualify for the written examination are called for the document verification process.

• The candidates must prepare the required documents and Government IDs for verification.
• They must keep original copies and photocopies of the documents ready, as required by the DSSSB.
• If there are any errors during the verification process, the candidate must contact the DSSSB as soon as possible to clear the issues and ensure a problem-free selection process.

Once this final stage of the DSSSB AE selection process, i.e. the document verification, is completed successfully, the candidates are eligible for deputation as DSSSB Assistant Engineer under the Delhi Government.

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For the Tier I Examination, the question paper is divided into two parts. The first part consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions, and the second part features subject/qualification-based questions.

Part one of the objective MCQs includes the following topics:

• General Awareness
• General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability
• Arithmetical & Numerical Ability
• Test of Hindi Language & Comprehension
• Test of English Language & Comprehension

| Subject | Section | Number of Questions | Total Marks |

| --- | --- | --- | --- |

| Type of Questions | Duration | General Awareness | Section A |

| 20 | 20 | Multiple-choice questions | 2 hours |

| General Intelligence and Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | |

| Arithmetical and Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 | |

| Test of Hindi Language and Comprehension | 20 | 20 | |

| Test of English Language and Comprehension | 20 | 20 | |

| Questions based on Engineering | Section B | 100 | 100 |

| Total | - | 200 | 200 |

For Tier II Examination, there are a total of 200 questions with two sections, A and B. The examination is for 3 hours.

| Subjects | No of Questions | Marks | Exam Duration | Part 1 – Qualification Related Subject of the posts |

| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |

| 100 | 100 | 3 hours | Part 2- Ability for application of concepts, <br> problem-solving capacity, ability to <br> comprehend the context and apply <br> theoretical aspects, etc. | 100 |

| 200 | Subjects | No of Questions | Marks | |

| Exam Duration | Part 1 – Qualification Related Subject of the posts | 100 | 100 | 3 hours |

| Part 2- Ability for application of concepts, <br> problem-solving capacity, ability to <br> comprehend the context and apply <br> theoretical aspects, etc. | 100 | 200 | Subjects | |

| No of Questions | Marks | Exam Duration | Part 1 – Qualification Related Subject of the posts | 100 |

| 100 | 3 hours | Part 2- Ability for application of concepts, <br> problem-solving capacity, ability to <br> comprehend the context and apply <br> theoretical aspects, etc. | 100 | 200 |

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The recruitment written exam covers:\n- **General Intelligence & Reasoning**: Verbal and non-verbal reasoning, series, coding-decoding, puzzles.\n- **Quantitative Aptitude**: Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, data interpretation.\n- **General English**: Vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, error spotting.\n- **General Awareness**: Current affairs, Indian history, geography, polity, and general science.

### Written Exam Scheme\n- **Mode**: Computer Based Test (CBT).\n- **Type**: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).\n- **Duration**: 120 Minutes.\n- **Negative Marking**: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.

The DSSSB Assistant Engineers are entitled to various perks along with their salary. However, to relish these perks, candidates must successfully and efficiently complete the required probation period to relish these perks. These benefits will not be provided to the candidates during the probation period. An Assistant Engineer under the Delhi Government receives a few benefits: -

• Assistant Engineer receives House Rent Allowance benefits. The DSSSB will give any employee searching for a place to live accommodation facilities. The cost involved will be looked after by the Delhi Government.
• Assistant Engineer receives the benefits of City Compensatory Allowance. This entails that the employee working as an Assistant Engineer will be compensated against the higher costs of living in metropolitan or large cities.
• Assistant Engineer receives the benefits of Dearness Allowance. This entails that the employee will receive a particular amount of money to mitigate the impact of inflation on their standard of living.
• Each of the allowances is revised annually, depending on the level of work provided by the employee working as an Assistant Engineer.

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Candidates recruited for the **AE** post will receive the following pay scale:\n- **Salary Pay Scale**: **₹9,300 - ₹34,800**\n- **Allowances**: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and medical benefits.

The DSSSB will declare the pay scale for Assistant Engineers in the DSSSB Assistant Engineer Recruitment Notification 2024. The monthly salary varies depending on the position and the department in which the Assistant Engineer is appointed.

Additionally, DSSSB Assistant Engineers also enjoy multiple allowances and benefits. These benefits are revised annually, depending on the efficiency of the employee. The annual increment is provided based on the level of work completed by the employee.

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The Assistant Engineer under the DSSSB will be expected to receive a salary based on a remuneration package of Rs 9300 – Rs 34800 with a grade pay of Rs 4600. Additionally, as mentioned above, employees also enjoy the various benefits and allowances of the DSSSB.

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The DSSSB will declare the probation period for the Assistant Engineer post. This period for the Assistant Engineer will be expected of 2 years. Only the in-hand salary will be provided to the employees during probation. Employees cannot enjoy the various benefits and allowances during the probation period. Employees are given allowances after they successfully finish the probation period.

During probation, employees must not get involved in any misconduct or malpractice. If an employee is discovered to be involved in improper activities, they will be removed from the Assistant Engineer post. A termination letter will be given to the employee one month before dismissal. For this reason, an employee must not be involved in the distasteful activity.

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Employees working on the post of DSSSB Assistant Engineer will be provided with multiple opportunities, as well as promotions depending on their work efficiency. The DSSSB will promote an Assistant Engineer by assessing the amount of work put in by the employee. This promotion will lead to a rise in remuneration and allowances.

Aside from that, with every promotion, employees will get a greater variety of allowances in addition to the current ones. Even regarding future opportunities, employees have a huge scope and can explore several possibilities while working under the post of Assistant Engineer, under the DSSSB.

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Candidates should meet the minimum qualification criteria to be able to apply for the post of Assistant Engineer with the Delhi Government. Those who fail to meet these requirements should not fill out the form. Mentioned below are the minimum qualifications required by the candidates:

• The candidate must have a degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and a post-qualification experience of 2 years.
• However, some departments have no such experience requirement.

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To be eligible for recruitment through **DSSSB AE**, candidates must meet the following official criteria:\n- **Educational Qualification**: Must possess a **BE/B.Tech** in a relevant field.\n- **Age Limit**: Candidates must be between **18 and 30 years** of age. Standard age relaxations apply for OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories as per government rules.