DSSSB Preparation Tips 2025: Know Complete Strategy & Guide

Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board 2025 ( DSSSB )

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Nov 21, 2025 15:34 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

DSSSB Preparation 2025: The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) conducts the recruitment for suitable candidates for various posts in several departments of Delhi Government. As the competition is increasing, candidate should make proper preparation strategy for DSSSB exam. It is recommended that the candidate should start their preparation around six month prior to score good marks. It is important to understand the pattern of an exam and syllabus so that he or she can optimize their preparation. Focus on the area which needs requirement. The recruitment is done through One or Two Tier exams. Various books are available in the market. Candidates must get confused what to study and from where. So, to ease this difficulty, here we have given a list of books that will help candidates to prepare well in the exam. Also, check below DSSSB Preparation Tips 2025 and strategies.

 

 

Table of contents
  • DSSSB Preparation Tips 2025
  • Important Topics for DSSSB 2025 Exam
  • Best Books for DSSSB 2025 Exam
  • DSSSB Last Minute Preparation Tips 2025
  • DSSSB Preparation FAQs 2025
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DSSSB Preparation Tips 2025

See below preparation tips:

Exam Pattern and Syllabus
To begin with the preparation for the exam, candidates should first go through the detailed pattern of exam and be clear about the subjects, marking scheme, syllabus and important topics. The Syllabus and pattern of an exam vary as per the posts. Generally, the Tier-I exam consists of objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, Hindi, English and subject-related paper. On the other hand, the Tier-II exam is comprised of objective as well as descriptive papers.
 
Practice is the key to cracking any competitive examination such as DSSSB. Candidates should undertake the practice of previous year question papers and sample papers. Candidates who practice well get to know their weak and strong areas and accordingly, they can work to improve themselves.
 
Focus on Time Management and Accuracy
In the exam, candidates will be allotted a fixed time to attempt the question paper with accuracy. There will be a negative marking in the objective test for wrong answers marked by candidates. In such a scenario, it becomes imperative for candidates to work on achieving speed and accuracy. While solving the paper, candidates should not devote more than a minute to a question. If you get stuck on a particular question, just skip it and move on to another one

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the last date to fill out the DSSSB 2025 application form for the post of TGT?
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DSSSB 2025 online application process started on October 9, 2025 for post of Trained Graduate Teacher (ADVERTISEMENT NO. 06/2025). Last date to apply is November 7, 2025 (till 11:59 PM). Candidates should apply online by visiting official website dsssbonline.nic.in. 

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Important Topics for DSSSB 2025 Exam

In the given below table, candidates can check the important topics from which questions will be asked in the DSSSB 2025 exam.

Section Important Topics
General Awareness
  • Current Affairs
  • History, Geography & Polity
  • General Science
  • Indian Economy
  • Banking & Economy
  • Static GK
General Intelligence & Reasoning ability
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Analogy & Classification
  • Alphanumeric/ Number Series
  • Non-Verbal
  • Series
  • Figures
  • Statement/ Assumptions
  • Blood Relation
  • Miscellaneous Question
Arithmetical & Numerical Ability
  • Number System
  • Simplification
  • Arithmetic Question
  • Geometry & Mensuration
  • DI
  • CI & SI
  • Ratio
English Language & Comprehension
  • Passage (Including Antonyms & synonyms)
  • Idioms & Phrase/ One-word substitution
  • Error Correction
  • Spotting/Spelling Error
  • Basic English Grammar
Hindi Language & Comprehension
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Sentence Structure
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
Teaching Aptitude
  • ECCE
  • NEP
  • Learning
  • Teaching
  • Assessment & Evaluation
  • Growth and Development
  • NCF 2005
  • Education Philosophy
  • Right Of Children To Free & Compulsory Education
  • Theories
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the pattern of DSSSB exam 2025?
A: 

The DSSSB exam pattern varies on the posts. Generally, the exam consists of multiple-choice questions of duration may be two or three hours. There might be negative marking for incorrect answers.

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Best Books for DSSSB 2025 Exam

For effective DSSSB preparation, candidates can refer to the following best books:

Book

Author

General Knowledge

Lucent’s

Logical Reasoning

Dr RS Aggarwal

Quantitative Aptitude

Dr RS Aggarwal

Samanya Hindi

Arihant Publication

Objective General English

SP Bakshi

Word Power Made Easy

Norman Lewis

Also Read: DSSSB Exam Analysis 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will the DSSSB 2025 Pharmacist exam be conducted?
A: 

The DSSSB released the exam schedule on the official website for TGT, Pharmacist and various other posts. As per the schedule released, the DSSSB 2025 Pharmacist (homeopathy) exam was conducted on June 23, June 25, and July 9, 2025.

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DSSSB Last Minute Preparation Tips 2025

The last few days before the exam are meant for quick revision. It is the right time for candidates to know about the DSSSB last-minute preparation. Revision and practice will enable candidates to clear the DSSSB 2025 exam with high scores. It is important for a candidate to make proper preparation strategy to avoid any sort of difficulty faced during the preparation. Correct strategy in right direction will not only help to gain marks but also make students to gain confidence and score well. The pattern of the exam is also different post-wise like TGT, PRT, PGT and other posts. In the exam multiple choice questions will be asked.  

Have a look at some of the important last-minute DSSSB preparation tips below:

  • Analyse the solved DSSSB question papers & mock tests
  • Devise a proper strategy to attempt the paper
  • Time management & accuracy
  • Arrange DSSSB admit card & necessary documents
  • Stay calm and confident
  • Keep track of time while solving the paper

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DSSSB Important Dates 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the last date to fill out the DSSSB 2025 application form for the post of TGT?
A: 

DSSSB 2025 online application process started on October 9, 2025 for post of Trained Graduate Teacher (ADVERTISEMENT NO. 06/2025). Last date to apply is November 7, 2025 (till 11:59 PM). Candidates should apply online by visiting official website dsssbonline.nic.in. 

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DSSSB Preparation FAQs 2025

Candidates can check below the DSSSB Preparation FAQs 2025.

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Q:   What is the last date to apply for the DSSSB 2025 librarian post?
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The DSSSB released the online applications on behalf of Delhi District Courts and Family Courts from eligible candidates from Indian Nationals (citizens of India as defined in the Constitution of India or under any law made by the Parliament to regulate the rights for citizenship) for recruitment to the posts of Librarian against vacancies in District & Sessions Courts and Family Courts. The DSSSB 2025 recruitment for the post of librarian was started on January 9, 2025 (ADVERTISEMENT NO. 09/2024). The last date to apply is February 7, 2025 (till 11:00 PM). 

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Answered a month ago

The topics covered in the English language subject are:

  • Comprehension

  • Vocabulary

  • Grammar

  • Sentence Structure

  • Synonyms

  • Antonyms

  • Usage of Words

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Kritika Sharma

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

Topics covers in DSSSB General Awareness section are History, Polity, Constitution, Sports, Art & Culture, Geography, Economics, Everyday Science, Scientific Research, National/International Organisations.

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Jasleen Jain

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

In the DSSSB PGT exam, total 300 questions are asked in the form of MCQs that is objective type questions. Each correct answer will be awarded one mark.

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Shikha Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

Details mentioned on DSSSB admit card are mentioned below: Name of candidate,  Fathers' name, Date of Birth, Application Number, DSSSB exam date, Photograph and signature, Exam timings, Instructions of an exam, etc.

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Gunjan Majumder

Contributor-Level 6

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