DSSSB AE Civil 2026: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Off & Free Mock Tests
DSSSB Assistant Engineer (Civil) — Delhi
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DSSSB Assistant Engineer (Civil) recruits Group-B Assistant Engineers for Delhi government departments — PWD, Delhi Jal Board, I&FC and municipal bodies. With Pay Level-7 and a Delhi posting, it is a clear step above JE posts and one of the most-wanted AE exams in north India.
Selection runs through two tiers: Tier-I (200 marks) screens candidates, and Tier-II (300 marks, with 2-mark technical questions) decides the final merit. The two-tier structure rewards aspirants who keep practising past the first stage instead of relaxing after Tier-I.
DSSSB AE Civil 2026 — Overview
| Conducting body | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
| Post | Assistant Engineer (Civil) — Group B |
| Pay level | Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Mode | Two-tier Computer Based Test |
| Eligibility | Degree in Civil Engineering |
| Age limit | Generally 18–30 years (post-wise; relaxations apply) |
DSSSB AE Civil Exam Date 2026
The DSSSB AE Civil exam was held on 8 Sept 2026 (DSSSB AE Civil 2026 (802/26) · 8–10 Sept, CBT). This date is taken from the official schedule.
DSSSB AE Civil Exam Pattern 2026
Tier-I (screening CBT)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, Hindi & English + Civil Engineering (as per DSSSB one-tier/two-tier scheme) | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 3 hours
Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Tier-II (merit-deciding CBT)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section A: Civil Engineering (1 mark each) | 100 | 100 |
| Section B: Civil Engineering — advanced (2 marks each) | 100 | 200 |
Duration: 3 hours
Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong 1-mark question; 0.50 per wrong 2-mark question
ℹ️ Final merit is prepared from Tier-II performance. Verify the exact section composition in the current DSSSB advertisement.
DSSSB AE Civil Syllabus 2026 — Key Subjects
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DSSSB AE Civil Eligibility 2026: Qualification & Age Limit
- ✓Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) from a recognised university/institution.
- ✓Age generally 18–30 years depending on the post (up to 32 for certain departments), with standard relaxations.
- ✓No domicile restriction — candidates from any state can apply.
DSSSB AE Civil Salary 2026
DSSSB AE is paid at Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400), Group B. With Delhi's X-class city HRA and allowances, in-hand salary is typically ₹65,000–₹72,000 per month — a full level above JE posts.
DSSSB AE Civil Cut Off
DSSSB publishes post-code-wise cutoffs after each cycle, and they move with vacancy count per department. Check the official DSSSB result notices for the current recruitment's cutoffs.
DSSSB AE Civil Vacancies
| 2026 | AE & JE (Civil) posts advertised in combined DSSSB adverts — several hundred posts (advert-wise; verify the current notification) |
DSSSB AE Civil Previous Year Papers — Attempt Online
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How to Prepare for DSSSB AE Civil 2026
- 1Tier-II's Section B carries 2 marks per question — 200 of the 300 merit marks. Train on tougher, degree-level numericals, not just JE-level basics.
- 2Don't relax after Tier-I: the gap between tiers is your biggest preparation window, and most competitors waste it waiting for the result.
- 3With 0.25/0.50 negative marking, guessing behaviour that worked in 1-mark papers costs double in Section B — practise attempt discipline tier-wise.
- 4DSSSB AE and JE syllabi overlap heavily — attempting both exams (where eligible) doubles your chances for nearly the same preparation.
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DSSSB AE Civil 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Is DSSSB AE a one-tier or two-tier exam?▾
AE (Civil) recruitment is a two-tier exam: Tier-I (200 questions, 200 marks, 3 hours) for screening and Tier-II (200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours) which decides the final merit.
What is the salary of a DSSSB AE?▾
DSSSB AE is a Group-B post at Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400). With Delhi HRA and allowances, the in-hand salary is typically around ₹65,000–₹72,000 per month.
Can candidates from outside Delhi apply for DSSSB AE?▾
Yes. There is no domicile requirement — candidates from any state can apply and get posted in Delhi government departments.
Where can I practise DSSSB AE civil mock tests?▾
CIVILGYAN TEST SERIES has one of the largest DSSSB AE Civil banks available — tier-wise mocks, chapter tests and previous-year papers with detailed solutions and analytics. Free tests available before any purchase.
When is the DSSSB AE Civil exam?▾
The DSSSB AE Civil exam was held on 8 Sept 2026 (DSSSB AE Civil 2026 (802/26) · 8–10 Sept, CBT). Always confirm on the official notice before travelling.
What is the DSSSB AE Civil exam pattern?▾
DSSSB AE Civil has 2 stages. Tier-I (screening CBT): General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, Hindi & English + Civil Engineering (as per DSSSB one-tier/two-tier scheme) (200 Q, 200 marks); duration 3 hours. Tier-II (merit-deciding CBT): Section A: Civil Engineering (1 mark each) (100 Q, 100 marks), Section B: Civil Engineering — advanced (2 marks each) (100 Q, 200 marks); duration 3 hours.
Is there negative marking in DSSSB AE Civil?▾
Tier-I (screening CBT): 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Tier-II (merit-deciding CBT): 0.25 marks per wrong 1-mark question; 0.50 per wrong 2-mark question.
What is the age limit for DSSSB AE Civil?▾
Generally 18–30 years (post-wise; relaxations apply).
Who is eligible for DSSSB AE Civil?▾
Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) from a recognised university/institution. Age generally 18–30 years depending on the post (up to 32 for certain departments), with standard relaxations.
What is the DSSSB AE Civil syllabus?▾
The key subjects are Building Materials, Strength of Materials, Structural Analysis, RCC & Steel Design, Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering, Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulics, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, Reasoning, General Awareness, Numerical Ability, Hindi & English.
How many vacancies are there in DSSSB AE Civil?▾
2026: AE & JE (Civil) posts advertised in combined DSSSB adverts — several hundred posts (advert-wise; verify the current notification).
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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.