Delhi Police Constable Driver Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026: Comprehensive Guide

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) and Delhi Police conduct the recruitment drive for various positions. Alongside the official notification, the commission outlines the official syllabus and exam pattern for the Delhi Police Constable Driver 2026 exam. If you are preparing for this year's recruitment, review this detailed breakdown to structure your study plan effectively.

Delhi Police Constable Driver Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Delhi Police Driver 2026 Exam to recruit qualified male candidates for driving roles. To secure a spot, you must thoroughly understand the syllabus and exam pattern. The test evaluates your knowledge across General Awareness, General Intelligence, Numerical Ability, and Road Sense/Vehicle Maintenance, defining the structure of the Computer-Based Examination (CBE).

Delhi Police Constable Driver Exam Pattern 2026

• The Computer-Based Examination (CBE) will be of Class 10th Level.
• The paper will be divided into four sections: General Awareness, General Intelligence, Numerical Ability, Road Sense & Vehicle Maintenance
• Each section will test a different skill set required for the job of a Constable Driver.
• There is a negative marking of 0.25.

Part	Section	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
A	General Awareness	20	20	90 Minutes
B	General Intelligence	20	20
C	Numerical Ability	10	10
D	Road Sense, Vehicle Maintenance, Traffic Rules/ Signals vehicle & environmental pollution i.e. petrol and diesel vehicle, CNG operated vehicle, Noise pollution etc.	50	50
	Total	100	100

Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE & MT)

Candidates who successfully qualify for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will proceed to the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE & MT). This stage rigorously evaluates your physical fitness and endurance against official standards.

Physical Endurance Test (PET)

To clear the Physical Endurance Test (PET), candidates must achieve the minimum qualifying standards established for their respective age categories.

• Up to 30 years: 1600 metres race in 7 minutes, long jump 12½ feet, high jump 3½ feet
• Above 30 to 40 years: 1600 metres race in 8 minutes, long jump 11½ feet, high jump 3¼ feet
• Above 40 years: 1600 metres race in 9 minutes, long jump 10½ feet, high jump 3 feet

Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

Following the Endurance Test, candidates undergo a Physical Measurement Test (PMT) to ensure they meet the specific height, chest, and physical eligibility requirements set by the Delhi Police.

• Height: 170 cm
• Chest: 81 – 85 cm
• Chest Expansion: Minimum 4 cm
• Height Expansion: Minimum 5 cm

Trade Test

The Trade Test is a critical phase designed to assess your practical driving expertise and theoretical knowledge of traffic regulations through various specialized modules.

1. Driving Test (Light Motor Vehicle)

• Forward Driving – 20 marks
• Reverse Driving – 20 marks
• Parking – 10 marks
• Total Marks: 50
• Qualifying Marks: 25

2. Driving Test (Heavy Motor Vehicle)

• Forward Driving – 20 marks
• Reverse Driving – 20 marks
• Total Marks: 50
• Qualifying Marks: 25

3. Knowledge test (Road Sense & Traffic Rules)

• Includes questions on lane discipline, overtaking, map reading, and shortest route assessment – 25 marks (Qualifying: 12.5 marks)

4. Vehicle Maintenance Knowledge

• Covers tyre pressure, oil and coolant levels, battery maintenance, and belt inspection – 25 marks (Qualifying: 12.5 marks)
• Total Marks for Trade Test: 150

Medical Test

The Medical Examination serves as the final qualifying stage, ensuring that candidates are in optimal health to perform the duties of a Delhi Police Driver.

Candidates are required to be in excellent physical health, free from chronic illnesses or any physical deformities that could impede job performance.

1. Vision Standard:

• Better Eye – 6/6 (without glasses)
• Worse Eye – 6/12 (without glasses)

Standard visual acuity is mandatory; candidates must not have color blindness or any vision impairments that interfere with safe driving capabilities.

Delhi Police Driver Syllabus

The syllabus is aligned with a Class 10th standard level. Candidates should prepare for both general aptitude and job-specific knowledge. Final selection depends on successfully clearing the written exam, PE&MT, and the practical driving test.

Part A: General Awareness

This section evaluates your general awareness of current affairs and everyday observation skills. Key topics include:

1. Current Events of National and International Importance
2. History, Culture, and Geography of India
3. Indian Polity and Constitution
4. Indian Economy
5. Scientific Research and Discoveries
6. Sports and General Knowledge related to neighboring countries

Part B: General Intelligence

This section measures your analytical ability and logical reasoning. Topics focus on:

1. Analogies and Similarities
2. Spatial Visualization and Orientation
3. Visual Memory and Discrimination
4. Relationship Concepts
5. Arithmetical Reasoning and Figural Classification
6. Non-Verbal Series
7. Coding-Decoding
8. Arithmetic Number Series

Part C: Numerical Ability

This segment tests your fundamental arithmetic proficiency and numerical problem-solving skills, including:

1. Number Systems
2. Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals, and Fractions
3. Relationship between Numbers
4. Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages
5. Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest
6. Discount, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Time and Work
7. Fundamental Arithmetic Operations

Part D: Road Sense & Vehicle Maintenance

A crucial job-oriented section testing your knowledge of motor vehicle regulations and road safety. Topics cover:

1. Road Sense and Traffic Rules
2. Vehicle Maintenance
3. Road Signs and Signals
4. Vehicle & Environmental Pollution (Petrol, Diesel, CNG)
5. Noise Pollution

Check: Delhi Police Driver Previous Year Question Paper