The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will release admit cards soon for its various job exams. Students and job seekers who applied for DDA posts can download their admit cards from the second week of December 2025 . The written exams for these jobs will take place from December 16, 2025, to January 3, 2026 . DDA aims to fill 1732 posts across different departments through this recruitment.
These admit cards are important for candidates who will appear in the DDA Written Examination 2025. You must download your admit card from the official DDA website, dda.gov.in . You will need your application number and date of birth to get your hall ticket.
Important Dates to Remember
Here are the key dates related to the DDA recruitment drive:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | September 12, 2025 |
| Online Application Started | October 6, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | November 5, 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | November 5, 2025 |
| Admit Card Available From | Second Week of December 2025 |
| Written Exam Dates | December 16, 2025 – January 3, 2026 |
Application Fee Details
Candidates had to pay a fee to apply for these jobs. The fee details were:
- General, OBC, EWS candidates: ₹2500 (This fee was non-refundable)
- SC, ST, PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities), Ex-Servicemen, Female candidates: ₹1500 (This fee was refundable)
The payment was made online using credit card, debit card, or net banking.
Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)
The age limit for most posts was 21 to 30 years . However, for Deputy Director and Assistant Director posts, the age limit was 35 to 40 years . Candidates should check the full official notification for specific age relaxations.
Posts and Eligibility
DDA announced a total of 1732 vacancies across many posts. Here is a summary of the posts and their basic eligibility:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Basic Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Architect, PR, Planning) | 09 | Degree or PG in related field |
| Assistant Director (Planning, Architect, Landscape, System, Ministerial) | 46 | Degree or PG in related field |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil/Electrical) | 13 | B.E./B.Tech in Civil or Electrical Engineering |
| Legal Assistant | 07 | Law Degree (LLB) |
| Planning Assistant | 23 | Bachelor’s Degree in Planning/Architecture |
| Architectural Assistant | 09 | Degree or Diploma in Architecture |
| Programmer | 06 | B.Tech/MCA |
| Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical/Mechanical) | 171 | Diploma or Degree in relevant Engineering |
| Sectional Officer (Horticulture) | 75 | B.Sc/M.Sc in Horticulture/Agriculture |
| Naib Tehsildar | 06 | Bachelor’s Degree with relevant knowledge |
| Junior Translator (OL) | 06 | Master’s Degree in Hindi/English |
| Assistant Security Officer | 06 | Bachelor’s Degree with security training |
| Surveyor | 06 | Diploma or Certificate in Survey |
| Stenographer Grade D | 44 | 12th pass with Stenography skills |
| Patwari | 79 | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | 199 | 12th pass with Typing skills |
| Mali | 282 | 10th pass |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 745 | 10th pass |
Selection Process
The selection for DDA jobs involves several steps:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): This is the main written exam.
- Skill Test/Typing/Stenography Test: Required for specific posts like Stenographer or Junior Secretariat Assistant.
- Document Verification: Original documents are checked.
- Medical Examination: A medical fitness test.
- Merit List: Final selection is based on marks and eligibility.
How to Download Your DDA Admit Card 2025
Follow these simple steps to download your DDA Hall Ticket:
- Go to the official DDA website: dda.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “Admit Card” or “Hall Ticket 2025” for DDA Recruitment. Click on it.
- Enter your Application Number and your Date of Birth in the given fields.
- Click on the “Submit” or “Download” button.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download it and take a printout. It is important to carry this printed admit card to the exam hall.
- Also, remember to bring a government-issued photo ID (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID, or Driving License) with you to the exam centre.