The Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB) has released a recruitment notification for 641 vacancies under the Combined Examination 2026. The recruitment includes posts such as Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Junior Judicial Assistant, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the prescribed portal. The online application process will start on 6 October 2026, and candidates can apply until 4 November 2026.
Recruitment Overview
- Recruiting Organization: Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB)
- Recruitment: Combined Examination 2026
- Advertisement Number: 04/2026
- Total Vacancies: 641 Posts
- Application Mode: Online
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive includes the following posts:
- Senior Personal Assistant
- Personal Assistant
- Junior Judicial Assistant
- Process Server
- Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon
The total number of vacancies notified under Advertisement No. 04/2026 is 641.
Educational Qualification
Senior Personal Assistant
- Candidates should have a Graduation degree from a recognized institution. Candidates must also possess:
- Shorthand speed of 110 words per minute
- Typing speed of 40 words per minute
Personal Assistant
- Candidates should have a Graduation degree along with:
- Shorthand speed of 100 words per minute
- Typing speed of 40 words per minute
- Knowledge of computer operation
Junior Judicial Assistant
- Candidates must have a Graduation degree from a recognized university or institution.
- A minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute on a computer is required.
Process Server
- Candidates should have passed Matriculation or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Candidates must also possess:
- A valid LMV driving licence
- At least 2 years of unblemished driving experience
- Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon
- Candidates should have passed Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for the notified posts is:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
- The age will be calculated as on 1 June 2026.
Age relaxation will be available to eligible reserved-category candidates according to the applicable recruitment rules.
Salary
The pay scale varies according to the post:
- Senior Personal Assistant: ₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,800
- Personal Assistant: ₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,600
- Junior Judicial Assistant: ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,800
- Process Server: ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,400
- Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon: ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,000
The applicable pay and allowances will be governed by the recruitment rules and the terms specified in the official notification.
Application Fee
The application fee is as follows:
- UR/OBC/EWS Male Candidates: ₹100
- Women Candidates: No Fee
- SC Candidates: No Fee
- ST Candidates: No Fee
- PwBD Candidates: No Fee
- Eligible Ex-Servicemen: No Fee
The fee is payable online through the prescribed SBI e-Pay facility. Once paid, the application fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection procedure differs depending on the post applied for.
Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant
- The selection process includes:
- Tier-I Objective/MCQ Examination
- Tier-II Descriptive Examination
- Shorthand and Typing Skill Test
- Interview
Junior Judicial Assistant
- The selection process consists of:
- Tier-I Objective/MCQ Examination
- Tier-II Descriptive Examination
- Typing Skill Test
- Interview
Process Server
- Candidates will have to appear for:
- Objective/MCQ Examination
- Driving/Skill Test
- Interview
Peon/Orderly/Dak Peon
- The selection process includes:
- Objective/MCQ Examination
- Interview
The skill and driving tests, wherever applicable, are qualifying in nature. Negative marking is applicable in the objective examination.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 30 September 2026
- Online Application Start: 6 October 2026, from 12:00 Noon
- Last Date to Apply: 4 November 2026, up to 11:00 PM
- Age Calculation Date: 1 June 2026
- Examination Date: To be announced
Candidates are advised to complete the online application well before the closing date.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official DSSSB online application portal.
- Complete the one-time registration process if you are a new applicant.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Select the relevant post and advertisement.
- Enter your personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload the required photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment facility.
- Carefully check all entered information before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save a copy of the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.
Applications must be submitted online within the prescribed application period. No other mode of application will be accepted.
Important Links
Apply Online: Click Here
Official Notification: Click Here
