The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has officially released its Direct Recruitment Notification 2025 (Advt. No. 09/2025/Rectt. Cell/Pers./DDA) for multiple Group A, B, and C posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the DDA website www.dda.gov.in under the “Jobs & Internship → Latest Jobs” section.
This recruitment drive offers a wide range of career opportunities for graduates, postgraduates, and diploma holders in fields such as Architecture, Planning, Engineering, Law, Horticulture, and Administration.
Key Dates
- Online Registration Opens: 6 October 2025 (10 AM onwards)
- Last Date for Application & Fee Payment: 5 November 2025 (up to 6 PM)
- Tentative Online Exam (Stage I): December 2025 – January 2026
- Stage II (where applicable): To be notified later
All dates are tentative and subject to change; updates will appear only on DDA’s official website.
Total Vacancies and Post Categories
The recruitment notification covers more than 1,600 posts across 26 designations, including:
- Dy. Director (Architect, Planning, Public Relations)
- Assistant Director (Planning, Architect, Landscape, System, Ministerial)
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil / Electrical)
- Legal Assistant & Planning Assistant
- Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical)
- Sectional Officer (Horticulture)
- Naib Tehsildar
- Patwari & Stenographer Grade-D
- Junior Secretariat Assistant, Mali, and MTS (Non-Ministerial)
Vacancies are distributed among UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST categories, with additional reservations for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates.
Eligibility Overview
Nationality
Applicants must be:
- Indian citizens, or
- Nationals of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- Tibetan refugees (before 1 Jan 1962) intending permanent settlement, or
- Persons of Indian origin migrated from specified countries as per GOI rules.
Age Limit
- Varies by post (generally 18 – 40 years).
- Relaxations apply:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 years (depending on category)
- Departmental & Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Educational Qualifications
Each post has specific academic requirements such as:
- Degree/Diploma in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture / Planning / Horticulture / Law / MBA
- 10th / 12th Pass for Clerical and Support Staff posts.
Candidates must possess the required qualification by 5 November 2025.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee (₹) | Refund Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UR, OBC (NCL), EWS | 2500 (non-refundable) | No |
| SC/ST, PwBD, Female, Ex-Servicemen | 1500 (refundable after exam attendance minus bank charges) | Yes |
Mode of Payment: Online only – via Net Banking, UPI, Debit/Credit Card.
Applications without the fee will be rejected.
How to Apply
- Visit DDA’s official website.
- Navigate to Jobs → Latest Jobs → Direct Recruitment 2025.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online form, upload documents, live photo, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Retain a printout of the submitted form and fee receipt for future reference.
Selection Process
The DDA recruitment examination will consist of Computer-Based Tests (CBT) and, for certain posts, interviews or skill tests.
Stage I – CBT (Common Pattern)
- Total Questions: 150
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Sections:
- Discipline-specific questions (100 marks)
- Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English, and Computer Knowledge (50 marks combined)
Stage II – Interview/Skill Test
- Applicable to select Group A and B posts.
- Interviews carry 15 marks and are qualifying in nature.
Special Provisions for PwBD Candidates
- Reservations and relaxations as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- Eligible PwBD candidates may avail scribe assistance and compensatory time as per rules.
- Only candidates with valid disability certificate (≥ 40%) can claim reservation benefits.
Why This Recruitment Matters
The DDA recruitment drive offers a chance to join one of the most prestigious urban development authorities in India. Working with DDA means contributing directly to Delhi’s infrastructure, urban planning, and public welfare projects.
For aspirants of engineering, architecture, law, and administration, this notification opens the door to secure career opportunities in the public sector.
Final Tip for Aspirants
Vidyarthi Classes advises all students and candidates to read the official notification carefully before applying. Prepare thoroughly for CBT by focusing on discipline-related subjects, reasoning, aptitude, and current affairs.
Keep all documents ready and submit your application well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
For complete details, including post-wise vacancy distribution, eligibility, and exam syllabus, visit the official DDA website: www.dda.gov.in.
Useful Links
- Official DDA Website: www.dda.gov.in
- Coaching & Guidance: Vidyarthi Classes – DDA Preparation