DDA Recruitment 2025 for Assistant Engineer/ Junior Engineer

DELHI DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

RECRUITMENT CELL VIKAS SADAN, INA, NEW DELHI – 110023

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Attention Engineers!

An exciting opportunity awaits you.

DDA has released the notification for 193 vacancies of assistant director, assistant engineer and junior engineer post.

*Keep reading further to get an overview of the DDA vacancies

DDA Recruitment 2025: 193 Vacancies

The total number of vacancies is 1732 in different departments. However in this blog we would focus only on the vacancies of technical department. Department wise vacancy is given in the table below:

Pay Scale:

The pay scale is different for each post. The pay scale for different department is given below:

Eligibility criteria:

The candidate must have attained the age of majority on the last date of submission of application.

Nationality:

A candidate must be either:

(a) A citizen of India, or

(b) A subject of Nepal, or

(c) A subject of Bhutan, or

(d) A Tibetan refugee who came over to India, before the 1st January 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India, or

(e) A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (Formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (b), (c), (d) and (e) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.

A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary may be admitted to the examination/tests etc. but the offer of appointment will be given only after submission of the necessary eligibility certificate issued to him/her by the Government of India in DDA office

Educational qualification

The educational qualification is different for each post. In the section below we are providing educational qualification, age limit and other important details for each post.

• Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)

Educational Qualifications:

Obtained a degree in Civil Engineering from a University from a University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institutions established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as Universities under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956;

OR

Passed Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institution of Engineers (India) in Civil Engineering;

OR

Obtained a degree/diploma in Civil Engineering from such foreign University/College/Institution and under such conditions as may be recognized by the Government for the purpose from time to time

Age limit: 21-30 years for unreserved category

The relaxations in the upper age limit are as follows:

The Upper age relaxation for SC/ST candidates: 5 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the OBC candidates: 3 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the PWD candidates: 10 years (13 years for OBC-NCL, 15 years for SC/ST)

Departmental candidate with at least three years continuous service in Central Govt. and Delhi Development Authority: Up to 05 Years for Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ posts (which are in the same line or allied cadres and where a relationship could be established that the service already rendered in a particular post will be useful for the efficient discharge of the duties of post)

• Director (System)

Educational Qualifications:  a) M. E/ M. Tech. in Computer Science / IT with First Class or minimum 60% marks in aggregate from Govt. recognised Institution / University.

OR

1. b) B.E. / B. Tech./M.Sc. in Computer Science / IT/ MCA with First Class or minimum 60% marks in aggregate from Govt. recognized Institution / University and with one-year experience in relevant field.

Age Limit: The upper age limit is fixed at 30 years with special relaxation to certain category students.

 Age limit: 21-30 years for unreserved category

The relaxations in the upper age limit are as follows:

The Upper age relaxation for SC/ST candidates: 5 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the OBC candidates: 3 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the PWD candidates: 10 years (13 years for OBC-NCL, 15 years for SC/ST)

Departmental candidate with at least three years continuous service in Central Govt. and Delhi Development Authority: Up to 05 Years for Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ posts (which are in the same line or allied cadres and where a relationship could be established that the service already rendered in a particular post will be useful for the efficient discharge of the duties of post)

• Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical)

Educational Qualifications:

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University/Institution.

Age limit: 21-30 years for unreserved category

The relaxations in the upper age limit are as follows:

The Upper age relaxation for SC/ST candidates: 5 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the OBC candidates: 3 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the PWD candidates: 10 years (13 years for OBC-NCL, 15 years for SC/ST)

Departmental candidate with at least three years continuous service in Central Govt. and Delhi Development Authority: Up to 05 Years for Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ posts (which are in the same line or allied cadres and where a relationship could be established that the service already rendered in a particular post will be useful for the efficient discharge of the duties of post).

• Programmer:

Educational Qualifications: Interested candidates must have an Engineering Degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electronics from a recognized university or Engineering College/institute.

OR

(ii) Master Degree in Computer Science/Computer Application from a recognized University, Engineering College/Institute.

OR

(iii) Should have passed ‘B’ Level examination from the Department of Electronics Accreditations of Computer Course (DOEACC).

One year experience in Software Development, RDBMS and Data Processing.

Age limit: The upper age limit is fixed at 30 years with special relaxation to certain category students.
The Relaxations in upper Age Limit is as follows:

The Upper age relaxation for SC/ST candidates is 5 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the OBC candidates is 3 years.

The Upper age relaxation for the PWD candidates is 10 years (13 years for OBC-NCL, 15 years for SC/ST)

For ex-servicemen the upper age limit is relaxable by 05 Years.

• Junior Engineer (Civil)

Educational Qualifications: Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution or equivalent.

Note: B.Tech (Civil Engineering) Degree Holder may also apply.

Age limit

The candidates should be above 18 years; however, the upper age limit was 27 years. There was special age relaxation for students from certain categories.

The Relaxations in upper Age Limit is as follows:

• The Upper age relaxation for SC/ST candidates is 5 years.
• The Upper age relaxation for the OBC candidates is 3 years.
• The Upper age relaxation for the PWD candidates is 10 years (13 years for OBC-NCL, 15 years for SC/ST)
• For ex-servicemen the upper age limit is relaxable by 05 Years.

• Junior Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical)

Educational Qualifications: Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institution or equivalent.

Note: B.Tech (Electrical or Mechanical Engineering) Degree Holder may also apply.

Age limit

The candidates should be above 18 years; however, the upper age limit was 27 years. There was special age relaxation for students from certain categories.

The Relaxations in upper Age Limit is as follows:

• The Upper age relaxation for SC/ST candidates is 5 years.
• The Upper age relaxation for the OBC candidates is 3 years.
• The Upper age relaxation for the PWD candidates is 10 years (13 years for OBC-NCL, 15 years for SC/ST)
• For ex-servicemen the upper age limit is relaxable by 05 Years.

Vacancy Distribution

Post wise vacancies for different post and communities is given below

Important Dates

Examination Fee

Scheme of examination

• Assistant Director (System)

Single Stage online examination followed by Interview (qualifying in nature) of the shortlisted candidates

Details of examination:

Stage – I : CBT Examination (150 questions in 02 Hours)

Part I : The question paper shall be of 100 marks consisting of 100 questions of objective type (multiple-choice questions) of the respective discipline as well as current affairs in the respective discipline.

Part II : Reasoning : 10 questions (10 marks) Quantitative Aptitude : 10 questions (10 marks) General Awareness : 10 questions (10 marks) English language : 10 questions (10 marks) Computer Knowledge : 10 questions (10 marks)

Stage – II : Interview-15 marks Interview of the shortlisted candidates based on marks obtained in CBT Examination (Stage –I).

Note: Selection will be done based on marks scored in the CBT Examination (Stage-I) and Interview (qualifying in nature)

• Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil and Electrical)

Eligible aspirants selection will be made through the non-recommended candidate’s lists available on the UPSC PRATIBHA Setu portal for candidates who qualified all the stages (i.e Prelims, Mains & Interview) of UPSC Engineering Service Examination (ESE)-2024 in respective discipline but did not make it to the final list.

• Programmer, JE (Civil), JE (Electrical and Mechanical)

Single stage computer based examination.

Details of examination:

Stage – I : CBT Examination (150 questions in 02 Hours) objective type (multiple-choice questions)

Part I : The question paper shall be of 100 marks consisting of 100 questions of the respective discipline as well as current affairs in the respective discipline.

Part II :

Reasoning : 10 questions (10 marks)

Quantitative Aptitude : 10 questions (10 marks)

General Awareness : 10 questions (10 marks)

English language : 10 questions (10 marks)

Computer Knowledge : 10 questions (10 marks)

Penalty for wrong answers

Candidates should note that in order to discourage the guess work, for each incorrect response in multiple type question-answer section one-third (1/3) of the marks allotted to the question will be deducted as penalty. No marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.

General Instructions

• In case of the candidates possessing equivalent educational qualification, such candidates shall also produce relevant Equivalence Certificate from the authorities concerned before final selection/joining or as and when asked by DDA. However, final decision regarding selection of such candidates will be taken by DDA.
• In case of any dispute/disagreement/discrepancy regarding the equivalency of eligible qualifying certificate or qualifying specialization or qualifying experience, that the candidate is claiming to have acquired, with respect to the relevant notified vacancy, then DDA may at its discretion constitute an Expert Committee or seek opinion(s) from Subject Matter Expert to arrive at a conclusive decision. The decision of DDA in this regard shall be FINAL and binding upon the candidates.

Further to this, in case of any dispute/discrepancy/disagreement regarding required qualifying MBA(or equivalent) specialization and the candidate’s claimed MBA specialization, DDA may at its discretion constitute a Subject Expert Committee or may seek opinion from Subject Matter Expert to arrive at a conclusive decision on the basis of the candidates passing in at least 06 courses of the claimed specialization subject in the MBA(or equivalent) degree, or any other suitable criteria as may deem fit.

• Similarly, if objection is received during opening of objection management link for correctness of the question or its answer key, then the said objection will be referred to the Subject Matter Expert for examining and the decision of Subject Matter Expert will be final and binding upon the candidates.
• Travelling Allowance will be paid to only SC/ST candidates in their own bank accounts only, on producing the valid proof of traveling along with Identity proof, proof of SC/ST and residence proof for appearing in the On-Line competitive examination. (Annexure – 10). No TA will be given if there is any mismatch in the credentials such as name of A/c holder, bank details etc and also no TA will be given to already working Govt. employee.
• The selected candidate shall be asked to furnish a Surety Bond of ₹2,00,000/– (Rupees two lakhs only). If he/she leaves the services of the Authority before completion of three-year service (Probation of two years + one-year regular service thereafter), the surety furnished by the candidates shall be forfeited.
• Period of Probation: During the probation period of two years, the selected candidates will be given in house training regarding departmental procedures etc. Probation of the candidate will be confirmed after completing/passing the departmental examination, if any, prescribed by DDA.
• All the terms & conditions prescribed for appointment as a Probationer Trainee shall also be applicable.
• The eligible candidates will be issued an e-Application Status Certificate 02 weeks before the commencement of the examination. However, e-Admit Card will be issued 03 days before the commencement of the examination. The e-Application Status Certificate/ e-Admit Card will be made available on the DDA’s website {https://www.dda.gov.in} for downloading by the candidate(s). No e-Application Status Certificate/e-Admit Card shall be sent by post to the candidates. The candidates are advised to regularly check DDA’s website in job section.
• HELP DESK FOR GUIDANCE OF CANDIDATES: In case of any guidance / information/ clarification regarding their application, candidature etc. candidates may write to DDA’s Help Desk through Helpdesk tab available in the online application form or contact toll number +91 7353948884.
• The decision of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of the applications, penalty/action for false information, mode of selection, conduct of examination(s), allotment of examination centres, selection, etc. will be final and binding on the candidates and no enquiry/correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
• Delhi Development Authority reserves the right to cancel/restrict/enlarge/modify/alter the recruitment/notification/ terms &conditions/ vacancies/ eligibility / relaxation/ syllabus or any other part of notification and recruitment process, if needed, at any stage, without issuing any notice.
• Legal jurisdiction will be Delhi in case of any dispute.

These were some of the general instruction related to DDA recruitment 2025. For more instructions, candidates are advised to read the official notification from here.

This is a great opportunity for all those candidates who were waiting for this vacancy. Delhi Development Authority jobs 2025 offers prestige and respect in society along with a handsome salary; also, this is a golden opportunity for all those candidates who want to serve in Delhi and fulfil all the necessary conditions.

Interested candidates are highly advised to read the detailed official notification link below to avoid any confusion.

DDA Recruitment 2025 Official Notification

FAQs:

What is DDA recruitment 2025?

Answer: DDA has released a notification for 1732 post in different departments.

What is number of vacancies for assistant engineer in DDA AE recruitment 2025?

Answer: Total there are 13 vacancies for AE in DDA Recruitment 2025.

What is number of vacancies for junior engineer in DDA JE recruitment 2025?

Answer: Total there are 171 vacancies for JE in DDA Recruitment 2025.

What is the last date for applying in DDA recruitment 2025?

Answer: The last date of application for DDA recruitment 2025 is 05.11.2025.

What is the payscale of AE is DDA recruitment 2025.

Answer: The payscale for AE would be according to level 10 of 7^th pay commission.