The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) conducts the DDA Direct Recruitment Exam to hire qualified candidates for Junior Engineer (JE) positions. This recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible Diploma holders and B.Tech graduates in Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering. Candidates interested in DDA Recruitment 2026 should review this guide for comprehensive exam details.
DDA JE Notification 2026
The official DDA JE notification PDF will be published on the official website, www.dda.gov.in. This document contains essential information regarding educational requirements, age limits, and the selection process. We have provided a direct download link below for your convenience.
DDA JE Notification PDF (Previous Year) - Click to Download
DDA Recruitment 2026- Overview
The online application schedule for DDA Recruitment 2026 will be announced alongside the detailed official notification on www.dda.gov.in. Selected candidates for Junior Engineer (JE) roles will be compensated under Pay Level 6 through a single-stage computer-based written examination.
| DDA JE Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
| Name of the Exam | Delhi Development Authority (DDA) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (JE) |
| Vacancies | To be notified |
| Exam level | National |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | To be notified |
| Selection Process | Online Exam |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | www.dda.gov.in |
DDA JE Vacancy 2026- Important Dates
All key dates for the DDA JE Recruitment 2026 process will be finalized upon the release of the official notification. Once the DDA releases the registration schedule, we will provide immediate updates on this page.
| Events | Dates |
| DDA JE Recruitment Notification | -- |
| Commencement of Application Process | -- |
| Last Date to Apply Online | -- |
| DDA JE Admit Card 2026 | -- |
| DDA JE Exam Date 2026 | -- |
DDA JE Vacancy 2026
The DDA JE Recruitment 2026 will invite applications for various Junior Engineer roles in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering, as well as AEE positions. In the meantime, candidates can review the previous recruitment vacancy data provided in the section below.
| DDA Vacancy 2025 | ||||||
| Posts | Category | |||||
| UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total | |
| Dy. Director (Arch.) | 01 | 01 | 01 | -- | 01 | 04 |
| Dy. Director (PR) | 01 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 01 |
| Dy. Director (Planning) | 01 | -- | -- | -- | 01 | 04 |
| Assistant Director (Planning) | 10 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 03 | 19 |
| Assistant Director (Arch.) | 06 | 01 | 01 | -- | -- | 08 |
| Assistant Director (Landscape) | -- | -- | -- | 01 | -- | 01 |
| Assistant Director (System) | 02 | -- | -- | -- | 01 | 03 |
| AEE (Civil) | 07 | -- | -- | 01 | 02 | 10 |
| AEE (Electrical) | 01 | -- | 01 | -- | 01 | 03 |
| Planning Assistant | 17 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 03 | 23 |
| Architectural Assistant | 04 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 09 |
| Programmer | 02 | 01 | -- | 01 | 02 | 06 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 45 | 07 | 11 | 03 | 38 | 104 |
| Junior Engineer (Elect./Mech) | 32 | 06 | 08 | 04 | 17 | 67 |
| Surveyor | 04 | -- | 01 | -- | 01 | 06 |
| Total Vacancies | 117 | 20 | 27 | 12 | 72 | 268 |
DDA JE Vacancy 2026 Application Fees
Applications are considered valid only upon the successful payment of the required application fee, which must be completed strictly through the designated online payment portal.
| Category | Application Fee |
| Gen/ OBC/ EWS | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC/ST/ PwD/ ESM | Nil |
Candidates must pay the application fee using one of the following authorized online payment methods:
- Internet Banking of SBI & its Associate Banks
- Debit card powered by RuPay/ VISA/ Master debit card etc.
- Unified Payment Interface (UPI) (BHIM UPI)
- Unified Payments Interface Quick Response Code (UPI QR Code) (BHIM UPI QR Code)
Payments made through offline modes or non-authorized channels will not be accepted. Any such attempt will lead to the rejection of the application, and the processed fees will be forfeited without refund.
Steps to Apply for DDA JE Recruitment 2026
Applicants are required to submit a fully completed online form. Please follow the step-by-step application guide outlined below to ensure your submission is successful.
- Visit the official website of the Delhi Development Authority at www.dda.gov.in.
- Scroll down the page and search for the “Jobs” icon.
- Upon clicking on the icon, a new page appears with Latest Jobs @DDA.
- Search for the notification for Delhi Development Authority Recruitment for various posts.
- Fill in the details required in the application form and upload the documents as per the requirement.
- Pay the requisite application fee through online mode.
- Submit your DDA JE Recruitment Application Form before the last date.
DDA Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualifications from a recognized university or institution. Meeting these academic standards is the primary requirement for shortlisting.
Educational Qualification
Eligibility requires the candidate to have successfully completed a Diploma or Degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized board or university.
Age Limit
Please refer to the table below for detailed post-wise age limit requirements.
| Post Name | Age Limit |
| Assistant Director (Landscape) | Max 35 Yrs |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 18-27 Yrs |
| Junior Engineer (Elect./ Mech.) | 18-27 Yrs |
| Programmer | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Junior Translator | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Planning Assistant | Not exceeding 30 years |
Nationality
To be eligible for recruitment, a candidate must be:
(a) A citizen of India, or
(b) A subject of Nepal, or
(c) A subject of Bhutan, or
(d) A Tibetan refugee who settled in India before January 1, 1962, or
(e) A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or specified East African/Southeast Asian countries with the intention of settling permanently in India.
DDA Selection Process 2026
The DDA selection process consists of a single-stage written examination. Candidates who qualify in the written test will proceed to the document verification phase.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| AEE (Civil) | Online Examination (CBT) and Document Verification |
| AEE (Electrical) | Online Examination (CBT) and Document Verification |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Online Examination (CBT) and Document Verification |
| Junior Engineer (Elect./Mech) | Online Examination (CBT) and Document Verification |
| Surveyor | Online Examination (CBT) and Document Verification |
DDA JE Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Click to Check
DDA JE Salary 2026
Shortlisted candidates will receive a competitive salary package in accordance with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix.
| DDA Salary Structure | |
| Posts | Salary |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Level 6 |
| Junior Engineer (Elect./Mech) | Level 6 |
| Programmer | Level 6 |
| Junior Translator (Official Language) | Level 6 |
DDA JE Salary Structure 2026 - Click to Check
DDA JE Recruitment 2026 Admit Card
The Delhi Development Authority will issue admit cards approximately 10 to 15 days before the written examination. Registered candidates can download their DDA JE Admit Card from the official website using their unique registration number and password.
DDA JE Recruitment 2026 Result
DDA will announce the list of candidates shortlisted for the next stage via the official DDA JE Result portal. Results, including individual scorecards and final merit lists, will be published online; no individual notifications will be sent to candidates.
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DDA JE Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Ans. Detailed vacancy information for the 2026 recruitment cycle will be released alongside the official notification.
The selection process for DDA JE posts is conducted through a single-stage written examination.
The comprehensive official notification will be made available shortly at www.dda.gov.in.
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