DDA JE Civil 2026: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Off & Free Mock Tests
DDA Junior Engineer (Civil) — Delhi Development Authority
DDA Junior Engineer (Civil) recruits JEs for the Delhi Development Authority — the body that plans and builds Delhi's housing, infrastructure and land development projects. A Delhi posting and DDA's project variety make it a favourite among JE aspirants.
Selection is a single-stage computer-based test of 120 questions covering both civil engineering and general subjects — a compact paper where every question carries weight and 1/3 negative marking punishes careless attempts.
DDA JE Civil 2026 — Overview
| Conducting body | Delhi Development Authority (DDA) |
| Post | Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| Mode | Single-stage CBT |
| Eligibility | Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering |
| Age limit | 18–27 years (relaxations apply) |
| Negative marking | 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
DDA JE Civil Exam Pattern
Single-stage CBT
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Technical: Civil Engineering | Part of 120 | — |
| Non-Technical: Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English | Part of 120 | — |
Duration: 2 hours
Negative marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer
ℹ️ 120 questions of 1 mark each, split between the technical discipline and general sections. Verify the exact section split in the current DDA advertisement.
DDA JE Civil Syllabus — Key Subjects
See the detailed chapter-wise syllabus (built from real previous-year papers) on the DDA JE Civil test series page →
Eligibility
- ✓Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised institution.
- ✓Age 18–27 years as on the application closing date, with standard relaxations (OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwD +10).
- ✓No domicile restriction.
Salary & Career
DDA JE is paid at Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400). With Delhi HRA and allowances, in-hand salary is typically ₹52,000–₹58,000 per month.
DDA JE Civil Cut Off
DDA publishes cutoffs per recruitment cycle; they move with vacancies. Check the official DDA result notices (dda.gov.in) for the current cycle.
Vacancy Trends
| 2025 | 171 JE posts — 104 Civil, 67 Electrical/Mechanical |
How to Prepare for DDA JE Civil
- 1The DDA JE paper overlaps heavily with SSC JE and DSSSB JE syllabi — one preparation covers all three Delhi-region JE exams.
- 2With only 120 questions, each mark matters more than in 200-question papers — accuracy over attempt count.
- 3Non-technical sections (reasoning, GA, quant, English) are decided in the last 30 days by daily practice, not by long study plans.
- 4Solve DDA and DSSSB previous-year papers — Delhi-body exams share question styles.
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Exam-pattern mocks, previous-year papers, detailed solutions and chapter-wise analytics — built only for civil engineers, by a civil engineer who cleared these exams.
DDA JE Civil — Frequently Asked Questions
Is the DDA JE exam single-stage?▾
Yes — selection is through a single computer-based test of 120 questions (2 hours), followed by document verification.
Can diploma holders apply for DDA JE Civil?▾
Yes, both diploma and degree holders in Civil Engineering are eligible, subject to the age limit of 18–27 years (with category relaxations).
Where can I practise DDA JE civil mock tests?▾
CIVILGYAN TEST SERIES offers DDA JE-pattern civil mocks with the technical + non-technical mix, detailed solutions and analytics — free tests available.
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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.