Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board
Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board

DSSSB Syllabus 2024 for MTS, PGT, TGT, & PRT Download PDF (Latest)

DSSSB syllabus is released by the Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board on its official website. DSSSB syllabus is released separately or each post by the conducting body in a PDF format.
DSSSB Syllabus 2024

DSSSB Syllabus 2024

DSSSB Syllabus is announced by the Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board (DSSSB) on its official website. DSSSB publishes the syllabus alongside the official notification. Aspiring candidates should be familiar with the DSSSB syllabus and exam format as they prepare for the exam. DSSSB syllabus includes topics and subtopics from Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Comprehension, General Awareness, and Hindi Language. Also Read: DSSSB Preparation

DSSSB syllabus is different for each post. Candidates must thoroughly check the syllabus for the post they are applying for. It is also advised that candidates should practice the previous year question papers as well to get familiar with the DSSSB exam pattern and syllabus. 

The Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board (DSSSB) conducts the DSSSB exam in order to recruit aspiring candidates for the post of PGT, PRT, TGT, Librarian, Assistant Teacher (Nursery), Junior Engineer, Junior Environmental Engineer, Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Stenographer Grade II, Lab Assistant, and others. These posts are offered under the NCT Government of Delhi. The DSSSB post-wise syllabus is released on the official website which candidates can download in PDF format.

DSSSB will release the application form for the posts of PGT, Assistant Teacher (Nursery), Lower Division Clerk, Junior Assistant, Stenographer and others on January 09, 2024. Candidates can apply for the same till February 07, 2024. Meanwhile, students who wish to apply can check the post-wise DSSSB syllabus in the article below.

DSSSB Syllabus

DSSSB syllabus can be downloaded from the official website of the Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board. The board releases the syllabus whenever the vacancies are released. DSSSB PRT Syllabus, DSSSB TGT Syllabus, and DSSSB PGT Syllabus are given in this article below. Meanwhile, candidates can download the post-wise DSSSB syllabus for posts like Assistant Engineer, Legal Assistant, Junior Engineer, and Section Officer from the table below:

Post DSSSB Syllabus PDF
Assistant Engineer DSSSB Syllabus for Assistant Engineer (Electrical)
Legal Assistant/Assistant Law Officer DSSSB Syllabus for Legal Assistant/Assistant Law Officer
Junior Engineer/Section Officer (Electrical) DSSSB Syllabus for Junior Engineer/Section Officer (Electrical)
Junior Engineer/Section Officer (Civil) DSSSB Syllabus for Junior Engineer/Section Officer (Civil)
Assistant Engineer (Civil) DSSSB Syllabus for Assistant Engineer (Civil)

DSSSB MTS Syllabus 2024

The Delhi Subordinate Service Selection Board has released the DSSSB MTS Syllabus on its official website. As per the syllabus, DSSSB MTS exam will consist of questions from General Awareness, General Intelligence Reasoning, Arithmetic and Numeric Ability, Hindi Language, and English Language. Below is the marking scheme for DSSSB MTS exam:

Sections Number of Questions Number of Marks Duration
General Awareness 40 40 2 Hours
General Intelligence and Reasoning 40 40
Arithmetic and Numeric Ability 40 40
Hindi Language 40 40
English Language 40 40

Download DSSSB MTS Syllabus 2024

DSSSB PGT Syllabus

Prospective applicants for the Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) position are required to have a comprehensive understanding of the syllabus details. The DSSSB PGT examination is divided into two sections. The first section comprises questions related to broad areas such as General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, English Language & Comprehension, and Hindi Language & Comprehension. The subsequent section will encompass 200 questions focusing on the core subject and teaching methodology. Those who are interested in applying can find the detailed DSSSB PGT syllabus provided below:

Subject

Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability

Verbal and non-verbal types, Blood Relation, arithmetical reasoning, figure classification, Logical Reasoning, analogies, similarities, Syllogism, space visualization, problem solving,

Arithmetic & Numerical Ability

Number Systems, Simplification, Average, Profit & Loss, Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Tables & Graphs, Decimals, Data Interpretation, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion, Percentage.

English Language & Comprehension

Punctuation, Voice, Vocabulary, Articles, Modal Narration, Pronoun, Adverb, Adjective, Verb, Preposition, Tenses, Idioms & phrases, Synonyms & Antonym

Hindi Language & Comprehension

Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, Reading Comprehension, Usage of Words, Grammar, Sentence Structure

General Awareness

Constitution, Indian Art & Culture, Everyday Science, Scientific Research, National/International Organizations /Institutions, Awards, Books & their authors, Sports, History- Ancient, Medieval & Modern, Geography, Current Affairs, Polity, Economic.

DSSSB Syllabus for PRT & TGT

Candidates preparing for the post of Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) & Primary Teacher (PRT) must check the syllabus on the official website. There is no difference in the DSSSB syllabus for TGTs and PRTs. Candidates can check the syllabus for both posts in the table below:

Subject

Syllabus

Arithmetical & Numerical Ability

Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss, Simplification, Decimals, Data Interpretation, Fractions, L.C.M., H.C.F., Ratio & Proportion, Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Distance, Tables & Graphs, Mensuration, Time & Work.

General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability

Visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship, concepts, arithmetical reasoning, Analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series

General Awareness

History, Polity, Constitution, Sports, Art & Culture, Geography, Current Events, National/International Organizations /Institutions, Everyday Matter observation, Economics, Everyday Science, Scientific Research.

Hindi Language & Comprehension

Understanding and comprehension of the Hindi Language, Synonyms, Antonyms, correct sentence usage, Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure.

English Language & Comprehension

Understanding and comprehension of the English Language, Synonyms, Antonyms, correct sentence usage, Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure.

DSSSB Syllabus for Two-Tier Exams (General Posts)

Candidates who are preparing for General Posts where the exam is taken in two stages can check the Tier-wise syllabus in the table below:

DSSSB Tier 1 Syllabus (General Posts)

DSSSB syllabus for General Posts (Tier 1) subject-wise can be checked below:

General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Analogies
  • Similarities
  • Differences
  • Discrimination & Observation
  • Relationship & Concepts
  • Verbal and Figure Classification
  • Arithmetical Number Series
  • Space Visualization
  • Problem-solving
  • Analysis
  • Judgment
  • Decision making
  • Visual Memory

Arithmetical and Numerical Ability

  • Ratio & Proportion
  • Percentage
  • Average
  • Profit & Loss
  • Simplification
  • Decimals
  • Data Interpretation
  • Fractions
  •  LCM, HCF
  • Discount
  • Simple and Compound Interest
  • Mensuration
  • Time & Work
  • Time & Distance

English Language & Comprehension

  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Usage of Words
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Sentence Structure

Hindi Language & Comprehension

  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Usage of Words
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Sentence Structure

General Awareness

  • Geography
  • Economics
  • Everyday Science
  • Scientific Research
  • National/International Organisations
  • History
  • Polity
  • Constitution
  • Sports
  • Art & Culture

DSSSB Tier 2 Syllabus (General Posts)

The DSSSB Tier 2 exam for General Posts is divided into two sections: Section A & Section B. Section B is a descriptive test where candidates are required to write an essay and letter. 

Subjects

Topics

General Awareness

Geography

Economics

Everyday Science

Scientific Research

National/International Organisations

History

Polity

Constitution

Sports

Art & Culture

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Analogies

Similarities

Differences

Discrimination & Observation

Relationship & Concepts

Verbal and Figure classification

Arithmetical Number Series

Space Visualization

Problem-solving

Analysis

Judgment

Decision making

Visual Memory

Arithmetical and Numerical Ability

Ratio & Proportion

Percentage

Average

Profit & Loss

Simplification

Decimals

Data Interpretation

Fractions

 LCM, HCF

Discount

Simple and Compound Interest

Mensuration

Time & Work

Time & Distance

Hindi Language & Comprehension

Synonyms

Antonyms

Reading Comprehension

Usage of Words

Vocabulary

Grammar

Sentence Structure

English Language & Comprehension

Synonyms

Antonyms

Reading Comprehension

Usage of Words

Vocabulary

Grammar

Sentence Structure

Letter & Essay Writing (Section B)

Section B will have 2 questions: One for letter writing and other for essay writing. The essay topic will be from General Awareness & Current Affairs. For letter writing, formal topic will be asked in the question paper.

DSSSB Syllabus : Important Points

In Two-Tier examinations, the Tier-I exam serves as a means of shortlisting candidates, while the selection process is primarily based on the marks obtained in the Tier-II Examination.

(ii) In cases where the number of eligible candidates for post codes following the Two-Tier examination scheme is relatively low (not very high), the Board may, at its discretion, skip the Tier-I exam and directly conduct the Tier-II examination.

(iii) Negative marking will be applicable, with a deduction of 0.25 marks for each incorrect multiple-choice question (MCQ) answer.

(iv) The minimum qualifying marks for the One-Tier/Two-Tier written examination (Objective/Descriptive Type) are as follows:

  • General: 40%
  • OBC (Delhi): 35%
  • SC/ST/PH (PwD): 30%
  • Ex-servicemen will receive a 5% relaxation in their respective categories, subject to a minimum of 30%.

(v) The Board retains the right to set a minimum cut-off mark for any post, depending on the availability of candidates.

(vi) Skill tests/Endurance tests will be conducted as per the specific job requirements.

DSSSB Exam Pattern

Aspiring candidates preparing for the DSSSB exam must be aware of the exam pattern as well. Candidates must know that the exam pattern may vary for each post. Hence, candidates should know the exam pattern for the post they are applying for. Some general information on the DSSSB exam pattern is as follows:

  • The DSSSB exam is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
  • The negative marking is applicable to DSSSB exams.
  • According to the DSSSB marking scheme, each question will carry 1 mark. If a question is answered incorrectly, 0.25 marks are deducted.
  • No marks will be awarded in case the question is left unanswered.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who releases the DSSSB syllabus?

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) prescribes the DSSSB syllabus. The DSSSB curriculum varies depending on the position. The DSSSB examination is conducted for a variety of teaching and non-teaching positions, including TGT, PGT, PRT, Nursery Teachers, Patwari, Grade II DASS, Law Officer, Junior Engineer (JE), Assistant Engineer (AE), LDC & Stenographer.

What is the DSSSB syllabus for PGT?

DSSSB syllabus for PGT includes subjects like General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, English Language & Comprehension, Hindi Language & Comprehension, and General Awareness

Is solving DSSSB previous question papers important to cover the syllabus?

Yes, candidates preparing for the DSSSB exam must solve the previous year question papers. It helps candidates cover the syllabus more comprehensively.

Is the DSSSB Syllabus for TGT & PRT same?

Yes, the DSSSB syllabus for Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) & Primary Teacher (PRT) exams is the same. Both exams are one-Tier exams and the pattern & syllabus are almost similar. To check the syllabus released by DSSSB, candidates must download the official notification.

Is it possible to cover the DSSSB syllabus in 3 months?

Candidates must do their DSSSB preparation comprehensively in order to cover their syllabus. The three-month time is too less to cover and revise the syllabus. In general, candidates need consistent study of 6-8 months to cover their DSSSB syllabus.

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