DSSSB Eligibility 2024: Age Limit, Educational Qualification for TGT, PGT, and Primary Teacher

DSSSB eligibility 2024 for teaching and non-teaching posts has been released by the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB). It comprises three parameters: age limit, educational qualification, and age relaxation. Candidates applying for the DSSSB exam must fulfil the eligibility criteria discussed here to avoid the cancellation of their candidature.

Jan 3, 2024, 18:06 IST
Know DSSSB eligibility criteria 2024 for PGT, TGT, Primary Teacher and Assistant Teacher (Nursery) here.
Know DSSSB eligibility criteria 2024 for PGT, TGT, Primary Teacher and Assistant Teacher (Nursery) here.

DSSSB Eligibility 2024: The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) conducts the DSSSB exam annually. Individuals aspiring to secure positions such as PGT, TGT, Assistant Teacher, Counsellor, and others are required to fulfil specific eligibility criteria. It is advisable for candidates to thoroughly review the detailed DSSSB Eligibility 2024 before proceeding with the online application form.

DSSSB eligibility criteria encompass educational qualifications, age limits, reservation criteria, and other relevant factors. Failure to meet any of these criteria will result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

DSSSB Eligibility 2024

The officials announced the DSSSB eligibility criteria for teaching and non-teaching posts. Candidates must fulfil these requirements to proceed further in the recruitment process. If any aspirant is found ineligible at any recruitment stage, their candidature will be disqualified immediately, even if they have cleared the exam. Below, we have discussed the post-wise eligibility criteria on the basis of the following parameters:

  • DSSSB age limit for teaching and non-teaching posts
  • Educational qualification
  • Age relaxation

DSSSB Age Limit

Aspirants seeking to apply for the PGT position should not exceed the upper age limit of 36 years, while candidates applying for TGT should be below the age limit of 32 years. Age relaxation provisions will adhere to the regulations established by the governing board.

DSSSB Age Limit for All Posts

Posts

Upper Age Limit

PGT

36 years

TGT Hindi

32 years

TGT Natural Science

32 years

TGT Social Science

32 years

TGT Maths

32 years

TGT Bengali

32 years

TGT English

32 years

TGT Sanskrit

32 years

TGT Urdu

32 years

TGT Punjabi

32 years

Assistant Teacher – Nursery

30 years

Section Officer (Horticulture)

30 years

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DSSSB 2024 Age Relaxation

There is a certain age limit relaxation for the candidates belonging to reserved categories. Take a look at the table below to know the DSSSB age relaxation.

DSSSB eligibility 2024 age relaxation

Categories

Age relaxation

SC/ST

5 years

OBC

3 years

PwD

10 Years

PwD + SC/ST

15 Years

PwD + OBC

13 Years

DSSSB PGT Eligibility

Candidates who wish to become Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) in government schools are required to appear for the DSSSB PGT exam. They need to meet the eligibility criteria in order to appear for the exam.

DSSSB Eligibility for PGT

Post

Educational Qualification

PGT (Biology, Chemistry, Commerce, English, Punjabi, Sociology, Economics, Hindi, Political Science, Agriculture, Urdu, History, Maths, Physics, Sanskrit, Geography)

  • Master’s Degree in the concerned subject from any recognized University.
  • Degree / Diploma in Training/Education

PGT (Physical Education)

  • B.P.Ed/BPE or B.Sc in Health and Physical Education with a minimum of 55% marks as aggregate
  • 2-year M.P.Ed degree from any recognized institution

PGT (Computer Science)

  • M.E/M.Tech degree from any recognized institution
  • M.Sc/MCA plus one-year teaching experience
  • B.E/B.Tech degree along with a post-graduate diploma in computer application and one year of teaching experience

Librarian

  • A bachelor's degree or an equivalent diploma in library science, along with a one-year certificate in computer application or two years of experience in library service/computerization of a library.

PGT (Agriculture) - Male

  • Master’s degree in the subject concerned from any recognized university
  • Degree / Diploma in Training / Education

PGT (Fine Arts) - Female

  • Bachelor’s in Fine Art or Higher Secondary/Intermediate/Sr. School certificate exam with a minimum 5 years (full-time) diploma in Fine Art / Painting/ Drawing & Painting from a recognized institute/university.
  • Bachelor’s in Drawing & Painting as one of the subjects with a minimum 4 years (full-time) diploma from a recognized institute/university.
  • Master’s Degree in Fine Art/Drawing & Painting with a minimum of 2 years (full-time) diploma from a recognized institute/university.

DSSSB TGT Eligibility

If you intend to become Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT), you must meet the following eligibility criteria.

DSSSB Eligibility for TGT

Post

Educational Qualification

TGT Science

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry Biology, Botany and Zoology.

TGT Maths

Bachelor’s in Maths from a recognized institute or university.

TGT Computer Science

Candidates must have completed their BCA/BE/B.Tech (Computer Science/Information Technology) from a recognized university or institution. Alternatively, they must have graduated in any subject with an 'A' level course from DOEAC.

TGT Social Science

Aspirants who have completed their graduation in History / Political Science/ Economics / Business Studies / Sociology/ Geography/ Psychology can apply for TGT Social Science.

TGT Sanskrit/Urdu/Hindi/Bengali/Punjabi

Bachelor's degree in Hindi/Sanskrit/Urdu/Punjabi/Bengali from a recognized university with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate with one additional language or one school subject.

DSSSB PRT Eligibility

To be eligible for the Primary teacher post, aspirants should have secured a minimum of 50% overall marks in their 10+2 grade from a recognized board. Additionally, they should have completed a certificate or degree program, including B.El.Ed., elementary education diploma, education diploma, or special education diploma, with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 50% from an accredited institution. Furthermore, successful completion of the CBSE-conducted CTET exam 1 is also required.

DSSSB Eligibility for Assistant Teacher (Nursery)

As per the latest DSSSB notification, the commission has announced a total of 1455 vacancies for the Assistant Teacher (Nursery) position. Candidates who are planning to apply for the aforementioned position must meet the following requirements:

  • Secured at least 45% marks in Class 12 or its equivalent.
  • Completed a two-year diploma/certificate in Nursery Teacher Education Program, or hold a B.Ed degree in Nursery.
  • Successfully passed the Hindi subject at the secondary level.

DSSSB Eligibility 2024 Section Officer (Horticulture)

DSSSB has notified a total of 108 vacancies for the Section Officer posts. Of these, 19 vacancies will be filled in the New Delhi Municipal Council and 89 in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi. Know the eligibility criteria for DSSSB SO recruitment 2024 below.

DSSSB Section Officer Eligibility

Department

Age Limit

Educational Qualification

Section Officer (Municipal Corporation of Delhi)

18 to 27 years

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Science with Botany as a mandatory subject from a recognized university or equivalent.

Section Officer (New Delhi Municipal Council)

18 to 32 years

B.Sc.in Agriculture with 2 years experience in Ornamental Horticulture or Landscaping in Government or Semi-Government or Organizations or repute.

DSSSB Eligibility 2024 Number of Attempts

There is no limit on the number of attempts for the exam. As long as aspirants meet the age limit and educational qualification criteria, they are eligible to apply for the exam multiple times without any restrictions.

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FAQs

  • What is the DSSSB eligibility for teaching posts?
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    The eligibility criteria for DSSSB teaching positions depend on the specific post for which you are applying. However, a bachelor's degree in the relevant subject is a necessary requirement.
  • What is DSSSB age limit for PGT?
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    DSSSB age limit for PGT is 30 years. Candidates exceeding the upper age limit will not be allowed to appear for the exam.
  • What is DSSSB Eligibility 2024?
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    The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board has prescribed the DSSSB eligibility criteria in the official notification. Candidates having the required educational qualification and falling within the age limit can apply for DSSSB exam 2024.

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