The DSSSB ASO syllabus 2026 covers five sections in a single-tier Computer Based Test of 200 marks. Each section carries equal weightage: 40 questions, 40 marks. Last updated: 14.05.2026.
DSSSB ASO 2026 Syllabus – Important Links
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|---|---|
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DSSSB ASO exam pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| Arithmetic and Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 |
| Hindi Language and Comprehension | 40 | 40 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 2 hours. Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Mode: Computer Based Test at designated exam centers.
Section-wise syllabus
1. General Awareness (40 marks)
Covers current events and static GK. Topics that appear regularly:
- Current affairs, national and international (last 6 months)
- Indian History: ancient, medieval, modern
- Indian Geography: physical, political, economic
- Indian Constitution and Polity
- Economy: government schemes, budget, basic concepts
- Science and Technology: everyday science, space missions
- Sports, awards, books
- Delhi-specific GK: governance, geography, landmarks
- Important national days
2. General Intelligence and Reasoning (40 marks)
One of the more scorable sections with consistent practice. Topics:
- Analogies: verbal and non-verbal
- Coding and decoding
- Blood relations
- Direction and distance
- Number and letter series
- Syllogism
- Seating arrangement and puzzles
- Venn diagrams
- Statement and conclusion
- Mathematical operations
- Mirror and water image
- Paper folding and cutting
3. Arithmetic and Numerical Ability (40 marks)
Class 10 level maths. Topics:
- Number system and simplification
- Percentages
- Profit and loss
- Simple and compound interest
- Ratio and proportion
- Time and work
- Time, speed, and distance
- Averages and ages
- Mensuration: area and volume
- Data interpretation: tables, bar graphs, pie charts
4. Hindi Language and Comprehension (40 marks)
- Hindi Grammar: sandhi, samas, karak, vachan, ling
- Fill in the blanks
- Error detection
- Synonyms and antonyms (paryayvachi, vilom)
- Idioms and phrases (muhavare, lokoktiyan)
- One-word substitution
- Reading comprehension
- Sentence correction
5. English Language and Comprehension (40 marks)
- Reading comprehension
- Error spotting
- Fill in the blanks
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Idioms and phrases
- One-word substitution
- Sentence improvement
- Para jumbles
- Cloze test
Preparation tips
- General Awareness: Read one newspaper daily. Focus on the last 6 months. Monthly GK capsules work well for revision.
- Reasoning: Practice 30 to 40 questions daily. Puzzles and seating arrangement take the most time, so build speed specifically there.
- Maths: Start with formulas, then practice shortcuts. Always time your data interpretation practice.
- Hindi: Grammar rules and reading passages. Two comprehension passages daily is enough.
- English: Read short articles daily. Pick up 10 new words per day and use them in sentences.
Cutoff trend (previous years)
| Category | Expected cutoff (Tier I) |
|---|---|
| General | 130 to 145 |
| OBC | 120 to 135 |
| SC | 110 to 125 |
| ST | 100 to 115 |
Target 150+ in Tier I. That gives you a comfortable margin across all categories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DSSSB ASO 2026 exam pattern?
The exam has 180 questions total u2014 20 each in General Awareness, Reasoning, Arithmetic, and Hindi/English, plus 100 questions in General Administration or Technical Subject. Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. Duration: 2 hours.
What subjects are in DSSSB ASO syllabus 2026?
General Awareness, General Intelligence and Reasoning, Arithmetic and Numerical Ability, Hindi and English Language, and General Administration or Technical Subject (100 questions, carrying the most weight).
Is DSSSB ASO exam online or offline?
DSSSB ASO is conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) at authorized exam centres. The exam is not offline/pen-paper.
What is the expected DSSSB ASO cut off 2026?
Based on previous cycles, the General category cut off for DSSSB ASO posts has been approximately 130 to 145 marks out of 200. Actual 2026 cut off depends on paper difficulty and applicant volume.
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