Last updated: 5 June 2026
Junior Clerk / Patwari / Canal Patwari 2026
| Exam Name | Authority | Eligibility | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk / Patwari / Canal Patwari 2026 | DSSSB | Graduation + Computer Proficiency | 15 May 2026 |
Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board · 3,800 vacancies · Apply by 15 May 2026
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Vacancies
3,800
Last Date
15 May 2026
Age Limit
18–27 yrs
Qualification
Graduation + Computer Proficiency
How to Apply Online
Visit the official portal and create your registration account.
Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.
Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.
Resource Hub
Download official documents and study materials.
Selection Process
- Tier-I Online Exam — 120 marks (MCQ)
- Skill / Typing Test — English & Hindi typing speed
- Document Verification
- Merit-based appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cutoff
Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 90 | 120 | 75.0% |
| OBC (NCL) | 82 | 120 | 68.3% |
| SC | 71 | 120 | 59.2% |
Exam Centres
Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- General Awareness — Delhi history, national current affairs, science (30 marks)
- English Language — grammar, vocabulary, comprehension (25 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude — arithmetic, data interpretation (30 marks)
- Reasoning — verbal, non-verbal, logical (35 marks)
Important Details
- Department: Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board
- Application window: 20 March 2026 – 15 May 2026
- Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- Tentative exam date: 16 August 2026
- Note: DSSSB Junior Clerk 2026 — Clerk, Patwari, Canal Patwari posts across Delhi departments. OMR-based written test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for Junior Clerk / Patwari / Canal Patwari 2026? ▼
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 27 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Junior Clerk / Patwari / Canal Patwari 2026? ▼
Visit the authorised website for Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Junior Clerk / Patwari / Canal Patwari 2026? ▼
The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 16 August 2026.