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April 6, 2026
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Free DSSSB Mock Test 2026: Delhi Selection Board PRT/TGT Practice Paper

Take our Free DSSSB 2026 Mock Test. 200 questions in 120 minutes covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Hindi/English, and Subject Knowledge/Pedagogy for Delhi government teaching and admin roles.

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) is the primary recruitment body for various posts in Delhi government schools, hospitals, and departments. DSSSB conducts exams for a wide variety of roles including Primary Teacher (PRT/KV Level), Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), Special Education Teacher, Lab Technician, Pharmacist, Patwari, LDC, and junior administrative assistants across Delhi government departments.

Given Delhi's status as India's capital and one of its wealthiest states, DSSSB jobs offer premium government salaries with Delhi's excellent allowances and career stability. Take our Free DSSSB 2026 Mock Test and benchmark your preparation today!

DSSSB 2026 Exam Pattern & Mock Test Structure

SectionQuestionsMarksKey Topics
General Awareness, Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude6060Standard GK, Logical Reasoning, Math
Hindi & English Language4040Grammar, Comprehension, Vocabulary
Subject Knowledge & Pedagogy100100Domain subject + Teaching methods
Total200200Good Score: 140+

Duration: 120 Minutes | Negative Marking: -0.25 per wrong answer

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Understanding DSSSB Post Types

Teaching Posts (Most Popular)

PostClassSubjectEducation Required
PRT (Primary Teacher)1–5All subjectsGraduation + B.Ed / D.El.Ed
TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher)6–10Specific subjectGraduation in subject + B.Ed
Special Education TeacherAllSpecial needsGraduation + Special Ed Degree

Non-Teaching Posts

  • LDC (Lower Division Clerk): 12th pass + typing speed
  • Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
  • Patwari (Revenue records officer)
  • Lab Assistant / Lab Technician (Science subjects)
  • Pharmacist, ANM (Health Department posts)

Why Take Our DSSSB 2026 Mock Test?

  1. Subject Knowledge in One Mock: The 100-question Subject Knowledge & Pedagogy section is the biggest differentiator — our mock helps you practice this alongside the General Paper.
  2. 200 Questions in 120 Minutes: That's just 36 seconds per question — one of the fastest-paced government exams. Only consistent mock testing builds this speed.
  3. Delhi-Calibrated Difficulty: DSSSB questions are calibrated at a higher standard than SSC MTS or IBPS Clerk — our mock reflects the actual difficulty.
  4. Score 140+ for Safety: Competitive DSSSB posts (especially TGT/PRT in popular schools) have cutoffs above 130. Target 140+ to remain in the race.

Breaking Down the Three-Part DSSSB Exam Structure

Part A: General Paper (100 Questions Total)

General Awareness, Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (60 Q):

  • General Awareness: Delhi-specific GK (Delhi government schemes, Delhi history, Delhi High Court, Aam Aadmi Party policies), national and international current affairs, basic history/polity/geography
  • Reasoning: Series, Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Data Sufficiency, Puzzles (SSC CGL level)
  • Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmetic (Percentage, Ratio, P&L), Algebra basics, Data Interpretation

Hindi & English Language (40 Q):

  • English: Grammar (noun, pronoun, tense, prepositions), Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension (1 passage)
  • Hindi: Vyakaran (kaal, sandhi, samas, muhavare), comprehension, error detection in Hindi sentences

Part B: Subject Knowledge & Pedagogy (100 Questions)

This is the most important section — and the most differentiating. Content varies by the post applied for:

For PRT (Primary Teachers):

  • Child Development & Pedagogy (30 Q) — Piaget, Vygotsky, constructivism, inclusive education
  • Mathematics (20 Q) — Class 1–5 curriculum + math pedagogy
  • Environmental Studies (20 Q) — Class 1–5 EVS + EVS pedagogy
  • Hindi & English Pedagogy (15+15 Q) — Language teaching methods

For TGT (Trained Graduate Teachers):

  • Subject-specific knowledge (Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Maths/Social Science/History/English/Hindi)
  • Pedagogy of teaching that subject (15–20 Q)
  • General pedagogy and classroom management

Delhi Special GK — What Makes DSSSB Unique

Unlike national exams, DSSSB's GA section includes Delhi-specific questions that only Delhi residents typically know:

  • Delhi Government: Current CM, Cabinet, Lt. Governor's role, Delhi's unique legislative limitation (not a full state)
  • Delhi Schemes: Mohalla Clinics, Free Bus Travel Scheme (women), Free Electricity (subsidized), Delhi Nursery Admission Lottery system
  • Delhi Education Model: "Happiness Curriculum" (Delhi's unique school curriculum initiative), Mission Buniyaad, Chunauti 2018
  • Delhi History: Qutb Minar, Red Fort (capital of Mughal Empire), Lutyens' Delhi (British era), Delhi Sultanate, 1947 Partition's impact on Delhi
  • Delhi Courts: Delhi High Court, jurisdiction, important verdicts affecting Delhi government schools

Section-Wise Strategy for DSSSB 2026

  • General Paper (100 Q, 60 min allocated): Attempt GK and Reasoning first (these are quicker — 40–45 minutes), then switch to Language in the last 15 minutes. Target 75+ correct.
  • Subject Knowledge (100 Q, 60 min allocated): If you are a domain expert (e.g., a TGT Maths aspirant), this section should be your strongest. Aim for 80+ correct.
  • Pedagogy Focus: Even subject experts often underestimate pedagogy — 20–25 Q in pedagogy require specific knowledge of teaching theories. Study B.Ed pedagogy notes carefully.

Pro Tips for DSSSB 2026

  • NCERT is Primary Source for PRT/TGT: Whether you're applying for Primary Teacher or TGT, NCERT Class 1–10 textbooks directly cover 80% of subject knowledge questions.
  • B.Ed Notes are Gold: If you have a B.Ed degree, your pedagogy notes and education psychology textbooks are directly relevant — revise them systematically.
  • Delhi Current Affairs are Testable: Follow Delhi's AAP government announcements, school improvement schemes, and court orders regarding education in Delhi.
  • Practice 200 Q in 120 Min: This requires extremely high speed. Don't slow down in the General Paper — treat it like SSC CGL speed where you average 30 seconds on GK questions.
  • Typing Test for Clerical Roles: If you're applying for LDC/JSA/Clerk posts, practice typing (English 35 WPM, Hindi 30 WPM) as it's mandatory after written selection.

DSSSB vs CTET + Delhi vs Rajasthan

ExamForKey Difference
DSSSB PRT/TGTDelhi govt school teaching (permanent post)Recruitment exam, not just eligibility
CTETNational teaching eligibilityQualifying certificate, not selection
REETRajasthan state teaching eligibilityState-specific eligibility
UPSSSC PETUP Group C/D gatewayNot teaching-specific

DSSSB directly recruits you into a Delhi government teaching or administrative role — unlike CTET or REET which only certify eligibility.

Related Teaching & Govt Exams

DSSSB is your direct path to a permanent government teaching or administrative job in Delhi — one of India's highest-paying and most respected government employment destinations. Prepare diligently, practice daily with our free mock test, and secure your future in Delhi's prestigious government service!


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