DSSSB ASO 2026 Exam: Question Paper PDFs, Exam Pattern, and Analysis

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has concluded the examination process for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO)/Grade-II position (Post Code 804/26) under Advertisement No. 01/2026. For candidates who appeared or are preparing for future cycles, analyzing the official memory-based question papers is a crucial step in understanding the competitive landscape.

DSSSB ASO 2026 Examination Overview

The DSSSB ASO exam was conducted via a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format. Candidates can refer to the table below for a comprehensive summary of the exam logistics and structure.

Particulars	Details
Exam Authority	Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB)
Post	Grade-II (GNCTDSS) / Assistant Section Officer
Post Code	804/26
Advertisement No.	01/2026
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
DSSSB ASO Exam Date	21 September to 24 September 2026
Tier-I Duration	2 Hours
Tier-I Questions	200
Tier-I Marks	200
Tier-II Duration	3 Hours
Tier-II Part-I	200 Questions, 200 Marks
Tier-II Part-II	Descriptive, 100 Marks
Negative Marking	0.25 marks for each wrong 1-mark MCQ
Official Website	dsssb.delhi.gov.in

Benefits of Using the Question Paper

Reviewing previous memory-based question papers provides significant strategic advantages for any applicant. Here is why you should utilize them:

• Check the questions attempted during the exam.
• Identify questions found difficult or time-consuming.
• Understand which topics were given more importance.
• Estimate probable performance.

Download DSSSB ASO Question Papers

Access the official memory-based PDFs for the 21 September 2026 exam below. Also, ensure you stay updated by checking the DSSSB ASO Answer Key 2026 Out.

Paper	Exam Date	English	Hindi
Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Exam	21 September 2026	Download PDF	Download PDF

Exam Pattern Breakdown

Tier-I Pattern

Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Time
General Awareness	40	40	2 Hours
General Intelligence & Reasoning	40	40	2 Hours
Arithmetical & Numerical Ability	40	40	2 Hours
Hindi Language & Comprehension	40	40	2 Hours
English Language & Comprehension	40	40	2 Hours
Total	200	200	2 Hours

Tier-II Pattern

Section	Marks
General Awareness	40
General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability	40
Arithmetical & Numerical Ability	40
English Language & Comprehension	40
Computer Proficiency	40
Total	200 Marks (200 Questions)

Tier-II Descriptive Paper

Section	Marks
Essay/Expansion of Ideas in English	50
Letter/Application Writing	25
Precis Writing/Summarising	25
Total	100 Marks

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the negative marking for the DSSSB ASO exam?

There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer for each 1-mark MCQ.

Where can I check official exam updates?

All official updates, notifications, and results are published on the official DSSSB website at dsssb.delhi.gov.in.

How long is the Tier-I DSSSB ASO exam?

The Tier-I examination duration is 2 hours for a total of 200 questions.

What is the post code for the ASO/Grade-II exam?

The post code for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO)/Grade-II recruitment is 804/26.