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Competitive Exam Details

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA), a statutory body functioning under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, conducts one of the most highly anticipated recruitment drives for graduates and 12th-pass candidates. Recruiting for posts like Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Patwari, Assistant Section Officer (ASO), and Junior Engineer (JE), the DDA exam is a golden ticket for aspirants seeking the prestige of a central-level government job with the ultimate luxury of a lifelong, permanent posting exclusively within the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. This completely eliminates the pan-India transfer stress associated with standard SSC or Banking jobs, making the competition remarkably intense.

The selection process is highly streamlined but varies strictly according to the post. For the highly popular JSA post (12th pass), the recruitment involves a two-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a mandatory typing test. The ASO post (graduate level) also follows a rigorous two-stage CBT structure, mirroring the SSC CGL pattern, paired with a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). The Patwari post is unique, involving a two-stage CBT that heavily tests knowledge of Delhi's specific local history, geography, and revenue administration.

DDA exams are notorious for their high cut-offs, driven by the desperation of candidates wanting a Delhi-only posting. The CBTs generally feature negative marking (usually 1/3rd or 0.66 marks depending on the specific post's marking scheme). Because there are no personal interviews for these Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted) and Group 'C' posts, the final merit list is generated purely from the objective written scores. Offering stellar 7th CPC salaries, excellent medical facilities, and the pride of participating in the urban planning and infrastructure development of India's capital, the DDA exam is a premium target for north Indian aspirants.

Eligibility Criteria

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Salary: ₹ 25000

Important Date

Starting Date: 10-Nov-2026 12:00 AM

Closing Date: 10-Dec-2026 12:00 AM

Q1: Do I need a typing certificate to apply for the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) post?
A1: No prior certificate is required to apply, but passing a typing test is a mandatory part of the selection process. Candidates must achieve a typing speed of 35 words per minute (wpm) in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer to qualify for the JSA post.
Q2: Will I be posted outside Delhi if I am promoted?
A2: No. The Delhi Development Authority's jurisdiction is strictly confined to the National Capital Territory of Delhi. A massive advantage of this job is that your entire career, from entry-level to retirement, will be based in Delhi.
Q3: What is the age limit for the DDA Patwari and ASO posts?
A3: The age limit for the Patwari post is generally 21 to 27 years. For the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) post, the maximum age limit is typically 30 years. Standard government age relaxations apply for reserved categories.
Q4: Is there an interview for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) post?
A4: No. Following the central government's directive to abolish interviews for Group B (Non-Gazetted) and Group C posts, selection is based entirely on the written Computer Based Tests (CBT) and the qualifying Computer Proficiency Test.

General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, Similarities and differences, Space visualization, Problem solving, Analysis, Judgment, Decision making, Visual memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship concepts, Arithmetical reasoning.

General Awareness: Current affairs, History, Culture, Geography, Economic scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, Scientific Research. (For Patwari: Special focus on Delhi history, geography, and revenue terminology).

Quantitative Aptitude: Number Systems, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Ratio and Time, Time and Work.

English Language & Comprehension: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Reading Comprehension.

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