What is the DSSSB TGT 2027 exam pattern?

DSSSB TGT has 200 questions for 200 marks in 120 minutes. Sections: Subject Knowledge (100Q — Part B), General Awareness (40Q), Reasoning (40Q), and General English (20Q). No negative marking. Shortlisted candidates appear for skill/demo test.

What is the DSSSB TGT eligibility?

Graduation in relevant subject + B.Ed from NCTE-recognised institution. CTET Paper 2 or DTET (Delhi TET) clearance is mandatory. Age: 18–27 years for most posts (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen). Delhi domicile is preferred but not mandatory.

How many DSSSB TGT vacancies are released?

DSSSB TGT vacancies range from 1,000–5,000 per notification cycle. DSSSB 2021 notified 5,807 teacher vacancies (all posts combined). DSSSB recruits for Delhi government schools, which run 1,000+ schools across the capital with strong infrastructure.

What is the DSSSB TGT selection process?

Selection: (1) Tier 1 written exam (200Q, 200 marks, 120 min), (2) Skill/Demo Test for shortlisted candidates, and (3) Document verification and final merit list. Interview was removed from DSSSB process; written exam now determines final selection entirely.

What is the salary of a DSSSB TGT (Delhi Government) teacher?

DSSSB TGT earns basic pay ₹44,900 (Pay Level 7) + Delhi DA (higher than central DA) + HRA + transport allowance. Total gross salary is approximately ₹60,000–₹80,000 per month in Delhi. Delhi government teachers earn among the highest salaries for state teachers in India.

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DSSSB TGT Preparation Guide

DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for DSSSB TGT 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks200

Duration120 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Online (CBT)

Frequency

As per vacancy

Next Exam Date

December 2027

EEligibility Criteria

Graduation in relevant subject + B.Ed from NCTE-recognised institution; CTET/DTET clearance required

ANumber of Attempts

No restriction within age limit

Study Plan by Subject

Subject Knowledge

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Awareness

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Reasoning Ability

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Focus on Subject Knowledge (100 marks) — study your subject from NCERT Class 6–12 plus graduation level content

Practise General Awareness with Delhi-specific focus — Delhi government schemes, Delhi history, and national affairs

Build Reasoning skills under time pressure — 200 questions in 120 minutes means only 36 seconds per question

Practise General English — grammar and comprehension questions appear in DSSSB TGT as part of the 200-question paper

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
Subject Knowledge	67	67	40 min
General Awareness	67	67	40 min
Reasoning Ability	67	67	40 min
Total	200	200	120 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

October 2027

Next Exam Date

December 2027

Conducted By

DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board)

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