Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is a statutory organization established under the Delhi Development Act, tasked with planning and development of housing, urban infrastructure, and public amenities in Delhi. It formulates masterplans, disposes land, constructs housing (particularly for weaker sections), develops parks, roads etc.
Why DDA recruitments are important for job seekers
For government job seekers in large numbers, DDA provides secure careers, variety of jobs (technical, administrative, support staff), decent salary scales, and benefits of central or quasi-central government employment. Major recruitments provide opportunities for graduates, technicians, engineers, and others.
Overview of Delhi DDA Recruitment 2025
The official notification for Delhi DDA Recruitment 2025 has been released on 12 September 2025.
1,732 vacancies in Group A, B, and C posts will be filled through the recruitment drive.
Online application dates are from 6 October 2025 (10:00 AM) to 5 November 2025 (6:00 PM).
Computer Based Test exam dates are planned from December 2025 to January 2026.
Detailed Vacancy Breakdown
Major Posts / Key Roles
Some of the key positions in the 2025 recruitment are:
Deputy Director (Architect, Public Relations, Planning)
Assistant Director (Planning, Architect, Landscape, System)
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil / Electrical)
Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical)
Legal Assistant, Planning Assistant, Patwari, Stenographer Grade-D, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Mali, Multi-Tasking Staff etc.
Technical vs Non-Technical Posts
Technical posts consist of engineering positions: Junior Engineer, Assistant Executive Engineer, etc. These demand apt technical qualifications.
Non-Technical positions consist of ministerial, administrative, support staff, Mali, Secretariat Assistant etc. These might have specific educational qualification (e.g. graduate) or skill set.
Reservation / Category-wise Distribution
The vacancies are divided across categories (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and special categories like ESM / Persons with Benchmark Disability etc.). For instance, posts such as Patwari, Mali, Multi-Tasking Staff carry reserved quotas.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualifications
Depending on the post:
Most Group A/B jobs need a degree in a related field (e.g. Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Law etc.).
In some jobs, a diploma or certain trade/technical qualifications may be enough. (Particularly for more technical or skilled supporting positions.)
Some entry level / supporting positions sometimes need 10th or 12th pass or a graduate degree.
Age limits and relaxations
The notification mentions age restrictions for various categories, which depend on Group A vs B vs C and the vacancy. (Actual figures will be in the official advertisement.)
Relaxations are provided according to government guidelines for OBC, SC/ST, EWS and also for PwBD / Ex-servicemen etc. Always refer to the notification.
Other qualifications needed
Valid documents / certificates (degree/diploma, category certificate, disability, etc.).
Sound character, satisfying medical fitness if prescribed.
Occasionally computer literacy or certain skill tests (e.g. typing, translation etc.) according to role.
How to Apply
Step-by-step application process
Go to the official DDA website (dda.gov.in).
Go to “Jobs & Internship” → “Direct Recruitment 2025” notice.
Read the detailed notification / PDF carefully: eligibility, pay scale, required documents etc.
Register with basic personal details: name, email, mobile etc.
Log in, complete the application form mentioning the post(s) you are applying for.
Upload photograph, signature, and necessary certificates in specified format.
Pay application fee (if any) in online mode.
Check all the details before final submission. Download or save acknowledgement / confirmation.
Documents to upload, fees etc.
Passport-size photo, signature in specified size.
Educational certificates, experience certificate (if required).
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), disability certificate if required.
Identity proof (Aadhar, PAN, etc.).
Application fee details will differ according to category – check official website.
Important things to double-check before submission
Whether you are eligible (age, qualification etc.)
Size and format of documents
Proper category and reservation information
Application fee has been paid (if applicable)
No errors in name, date of birth etc.
Selection Process
CBT / Written Examination: The majority of posts will involve a computer-based exam or written exam.
Interview / Skill Test: For a few higher or specialized posts (e.g. Deputy Director, Assistant Director), interviews or further testing may be included in the selection.
Document Verification: Documents will be verified after qualifying in exam / test.
Final Selection: Merit, reservation, performance basis.
Important Dates & Timeline
| Event | Date / Timeframe |
| Notification Release | 12 September 2025 |
| Application Start | 6 October 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Application End | 5 November 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| Tentative Exam (CBT) | December 2025 – January 2026 |
Applicants must visit the DDA website regularly to see any changes or corrigenda.
Application Fee & Pay Scales
Application fee varies according to category (General / OBC / SC-ST / PwBD etc.). The precise fee amounts are stated in the detailed notification.
Pay scale / Level matrix: Jobs are given pay levels according to 7th CPC (Central Pay Commission) scales. E.g.: Deputy Director jobs have Level-11 pay (Rs. ~ 67,700 to 2,08,700) etc.
Lower group jobs have similarly lower levels / pay bands.
Tips & Best Practices for Applicants
Early start: don’t leave it till last minute – server problems / doc problems etc.
Read the notice carefully: most rejections occur because of tiny errors (incorrect doc format, form incomplete etc.).
Take mock tests: for CBT / written, particularly if tech questions are part of it.
Have all certificates ready: educational, category, identity etc.
Be current: DDA might put out corrigenda or change dates. Bookmark the recruitment-page.
Secure internet / system when submitting: since it’s all online, disruption can lose time.
Sources & How to Verify Information
Some valid sources and how to ensure correctness are as follows:
The DDA official website, particularly the “Recruitment Advertisement for various cadres/posts under Direct Recruitment 2025” announcement.
The notification PDF published via DDA.
Reputed educational/job websites that re-publish the PDF or main data (but always cross-checking against official PDF).
Government gazette or government notifications for reserved categories / legal mandates.
Conclusion
The Delhi DDA Recruitment 2025 is a big chance for thousands of willing candidates to join in administrative, technical, and support job positions. With 1,732 openings in groups A, B, and C, it’s essential to move quickly and apply properly from 6 October to 5 November 2025. Carefully read the official notice, verify if you are eligible, plan systematically, and adhere strictly to all guidelines to escape disqualification. Good luck — this might be the launching pad for a secure government job with DDA!
