The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has announced the Assistant Teacher (Primary) Vacancy 2025 through Advertisement No. 05/2025. This recruitment drive opens a great opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a government teaching job in Delhi. With a total of 1180 vacancies across the Directorate of Education (DoE) and New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), this notification is one of the most awaited DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025 updates.
In this detailed guide, we provide all the important information such as vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, exam pattern, pay scale, selection process, and how to apply online for the DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy.
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Applications | 17th September 2025 (from 12:00 Noon) |
| Closing of Online Applications | 16th October 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Examination Date | To be announced on DSSSB official website |
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹100
Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen: Exempted
Mode: Online via SBI e-pay
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025 – Department Wise Breakdown
| Department | Post Code | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | PwBD |
| Directorate of Education (DoE) | 802/25 | 434 | 278 | 153 | 62 | 128 | 1055 | 55 |
| New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | 802/25 | 68 | 28 | 13 | 07 | 09 | 125 | 6 |
| Grand Total | – | 502 | 306 | 166 | 69 | 137 | 1180 | 61 |
The total DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025 is 1180 posts.
Eligibility Criteria for DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025
To apply for the DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy, candidates must fulfill the following conditions:
1. Educational Qualification
For Directorate of Education (DoE):
Senior Secondary (10+2) with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed./ETE/JBT)
OR 10+2 with 45% marks + 2-year Diploma (as per NCTE 2002 regulations)
OR 10+2 with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed.
OR 10+2 with 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Special Education
OR Graduation with 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
Must have qualified CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test)
Must have passed Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi/English at Secondary level
For NDMC:
10+2 with 50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
2-year Diploma in Primary Education / ETE / JBT / DIET / B.El.Ed.
Must have passed Hindi in Class 10
Must have qualified CTET
Desirable: Computer Knowledge
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy – Age Limit & Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age Limit | Age Relaxation |
| General / UR / EWS | 30 years | – |
| SC / ST | 30 years | +5 years (up to 35 years) |
| OBC | 30 years | +3 years (up to 33 years) |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 30 years | +10 years (up to 40 years) |
| PwBD (OBC) | 30 years | +13 years (up to 43 years) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 30 years | +15 years (up to 45 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group B, Non-Gazetted) | 30 years | Military Service + 3 years (up to 55 years max) |
| Departmental Candidates (Govt. Employees with 3 years continuous service) | 30 years | Up to +5 years (for Group B posts in allied cadres) |
| Contract / Guest Teachers (DoE, Delhi Govt.) | 30 years | One-time relaxation up to 5 years (based on service rendered) |
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025 – Pay Scale
The selected candidates will get salary in Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400), Group B (Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted).
Exam Pattern for DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025
The selection will be through One-Tier Examination (Technical/Teaching).
| Section | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | |
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 | |
| English Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | |
| Hindi Language & Comprehension | 20 | 20 | |
| B | Teaching Methodology & NCTE Curriculum | 100 | 100 |
| Total | – | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
Medium: Bilingual (Hindi & English) except language papers
Minimum Qualifying Marks DSSSB PRT 2025
| Category | Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40% |
| OBC (Delhi) | 35% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 30% |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5% relaxation (minimum 30%) |
Selection Process for DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025
Computer-Based Exam (CBT)
Normalization of Scores (if required)
Preference Submission (DoE/NDMC)
Document Verification (e-dossier submission)
Final Merit List (Merit + Preference based
How to Apply Online for DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025
Visit https://dsssbonline.nic.in.
Register (one-time) to get User ID & Password.
Login and select post code 802/25 – Assistant Teacher (Primary).
Fill application form carefully and upload documents.
Pay application fee online via SBI e-pay.
Submit and download the application form for records.
⚠️ Only online applications are accepted. No offline forms will be considered.
DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025 – Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here (Link activates on 17th September 2025) |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Previous DSSSB PRT Papers | Click Here |
| Study Materials For DSSSB PRT | Click Here |
| Visit Our YouTube Channel | Click Here |
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FAQs on DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025
1. Who is eligible for DSSSB PRT 2025?
Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (10+2) with 50% marks along with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed./ETE/JBT) or equivalent. They must also have qualified the CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) conducted by CBSE. For NDMC, candidates must also have Hindi as a subject in Class 10.
2. What is the pattern of DSSSB exam 2025 for PRT?
The DSSSB PRT exam will be a One-Tier Computer-Based Test consisting of 200 questions (200 marks).
Section A: General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, English & Hindi (100 marks).
Section B: Subject-specific & teaching methodology (100 marks).
The total duration is 2 hours.
3. What is the last date for DSSSB vacancy 2025?
The last date to apply online for DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary Vacancy 2025 is 16th October 2025 (till 11:59 PM).
4. What is the duration of DSSSB exam for PRT?
The total duration of the DSSSB PRT exam is 2 hours (120 minutes).
5. Is DSSSB exam tough or easy?
The difficulty level of DSSSB PRT exam is generally considered moderate. With proper preparation in NCTE curriculum, reasoning, language, and teaching aptitude, candidates can easily score well.
6. What is the salary of DSSSB PRT teacher?
The salary of a DSSSB PRT Teacher is as per Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/-) along with allowances. On average, the in-hand salary ranges between ₹48,000 to ₹55,000 per month depending on allowances.
7. What is the cut off for DSSSB PRT exam?
The minimum qualifying marks are:
General/EWS: 40%
OBC (Delhi): 35%
SC/ST/PwBD: 30%
Ex-servicemen: 5% relaxation (minimum 30%).
However, the final cut-off depends on the number of candidates and vacancies.
8. What is the duration of DSSSB paper?
The DSSSB PRT paper is conducted for 2 hours with 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
9. What is the time limit for DSSSB exam?
The time limit for DSSSB Assistant Teacher Primary exam is strictly 120 minutes. No extra time is given.
10. What is the salary of PRT teacher in Delhi government?
A PRT teacher in Delhi government schools earns between ₹48,000 to ₹55,000 per month, depending on allowances, under Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/-).