DDA AE Civil 2026: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Off & Free Mock Tests
DDA Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) — Delhi Development Authority
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DDA Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) is the officer-entry engineering post at the Delhi Development Authority — a Pay Level-10 gazetted-equivalent role overseeing DDA's housing and infrastructure projects.
Vacancies are few and competition is degree-holder only, which makes preparation quality decisive: the online exam tests full degree-level civil engineering with 1/3 negative marking.
DDA AE Civil 2026 — Overview
| Conducting body | Delhi Development Authority (DDA) |
| Post | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) |
| Pay level | Level-10 (₹56,100 starting basic) |
| Mode | Online CBT (objective) |
| Eligibility | Degree in Civil Engineering |
| Age limit | 21–30 years (relaxations apply) |
DDA AE Civil Exam Pattern 2026
Online Examination (objective)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering (discipline) + current affairs/general component as notified | As notified | As notified |
Duration: Per official notification (recent cycle: ~2 hours)
Negative marking: 1/3 of the question's marks per wrong answer
ℹ️ DDA has varied the AEE recruitment scheme between cycles (including GATE-score-based rounds in some years). Always verify the current selection scheme in the official DDA advertisement.
DDA AE Civil Syllabus 2026 — Key Subjects
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DDA AE Civil Eligibility 2026: Qualification & Age Limit
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university/institution.
- ✓Age 21–30 years, with relaxations (OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwD +10).
- ✓No domicile restriction.
DDA AE Civil Salary 2026
DDA AEE is paid at Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500). With Delhi HRA and allowances, in-hand salary is typically ₹80,000–₹90,000 per month — officer-grade entry.
DDA AE Civil Cut Off
With few posts per cycle, cutoffs are high and vary sharply with vacancy count. Check the official DDA result notices for the current recruitment.
DDA AE Civil Vacancies
| 2025 | 10 AEE (Civil) posts — 7 UR, 1 ST, 2 OBC |
How to Prepare for DDA AE Civil 2026
- 1With ~10 posts per cycle, the margin between selection and rejection is a handful of marks — GATE-level conceptual depth is the safe preparation standard.
- 2DDA has used GATE scores for AEE recruitment in some past cycles — keep a valid GATE score as a parallel track.
- 3Current affairs appears alongside the technical paper — 15 minutes of daily current-affairs reading covers it.
- 4Practise full-length mocks under time pressure: a small paper with 1/3 negative marking rewards calm, accurate attempts.
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DDA AE Civil 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DDA JE and DDA AE?▾
DDA JE is a Level-6 post open to diploma and degree holders via a 120-question CBT. DDA AEE is the Level-10 officer-entry post, degree-only, with far fewer vacancies and a tougher degree-level paper.
Does DDA recruit AEE through GATE?▾
DDA has used GATE scores for AEE recruitment in some cycles and its own online exam in others. Always check the current official advertisement for the selection scheme.
Where can I practise for DDA AE Civil?▾
CIVILGYAN TEST SERIES offers degree-level civil engineering mocks and chapter tests suited to DDA AEE preparation, with detailed solutions and analytics — free tests available.
What is the DDA AE Civil exam pattern?▾
Online Examination (objective): Civil Engineering (discipline) + current affairs/general component as notified (As notified Q, As notified marks); duration Per official notification (recent cycle: ~2 hours).
Is there negative marking in DDA AE Civil?▾
1/3 of the question's marks per wrong answer.
What is the age limit for DDA AE Civil?▾
21–30 years (relaxations apply).
Who is eligible for DDA AE Civil?▾
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university/institution. Age 21–30 years, with relaxations (OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwD +10).
What is the salary after DDA AE Civil?▾
DDA AEE is paid at Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500). With Delhi HRA and allowances, in-hand salary is typically ₹80,000–₹90,000 per month — officer-grade entry.
What is the DDA AE Civil syllabus?▾
The key subjects are Strength of Materials & Structural Analysis, RCC & Steel Design, Building Materials & Construction, Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering, Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulics, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, Current Affairs.
How many vacancies are there in DDA AE Civil?▾
2025: 10 AEE (Civil) posts — 7 UR, 1 ST, 2 OBC.
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Disclaimer: Exam patterns, cutoffs, vacancies and eligibility rules change between recruitment cycles. The figures above are compiled for guidance from past cycles — always verify details from the official notification of the conducting body before applying.