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DSSSB PRT syllabus 2025

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has published the detailed DSSSB PRT Syllabus and Exam Pattern, including the marking scheme, marks distribution, and other key information. The DSSSB PRT Exam (Assistant Teacher) is a state-level recruitment test conducted by the Department of Education to appoint primary teachers in Delhi government schools. Candidates aiming to become primary teachers in government-funded schools of Delhi should thoroughly understand the DSSSB PRT Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025.

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DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025

The DSSSB PRT Exam is conducted online and includes multiple-choice questions from various subjects to test the candidate’s knowledge. A brief outline of the DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 is given below.

DSSSB PRT Recruitment 2025
Exam Conducting BodyDelhi Subordinate Services Selection Board, DSSSB
Exam NameDSSSB PRT 2025
Post NamesPrimary Teacher
Mode of ExamOnline
CategorySyllabus
Type of questionsObjective Type
Number of Questions200
Marking Scheme1 Mark
Negative Marking0.25 Mark
Official Websitehttps://dsssb.delhi.g

DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025

Candidates must be well aware of the DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 before starting the preparation. Following the syllabus while preparing for the exam will help increase the chance of clearing the exam with good marks. It is advised to practice the main topics of the syllabus before the exam. The detailed DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 is given below.

DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 for General Awareness

The DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 covers a wide range of topics, including history, politics, sports, economics, and science. Candidates who want to excel in the General Awareness section must cover the following topics.

  1. History
  2. Polity
  3. Constitution
  4. Sports
  5. Art & Culture
  6. Geography
  7. Economics
  8. Everyday Science
  9. Scientific Research
  10. National/ International Organizations/ Institutions, etc.

DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 for General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability

The General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability portion will include Comparatives, Similarities, Differences, Decision-making, Analogies, similarities, differences, decisionmaking, relationships, arithmetic number series, and other topics will be covered in the General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability portion. The following are some major subjects.

  1. Analogies
  2. Similarities
  3. Differences
  4. Space visualization
  5. Problem-solving
  6. Analysis
  7. Judgment
  8. Decision making
  9. Visual memory
  10. Discrimination
  11. Observation
  12. Relationship
  13. Concepts
  14. Arithmetical reasoning
  15. Verbal
  16. Figure classification
  17. Arithmetical number series

DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 for Arithmetical & Numerical Ability

Questions in the exam shall most probably revolve around the topics mentioned below under the DSSSB PRT Syllabus for Arithmetical & Numerical Ability. 

  1. Simplification
  2. Decimals
  3. Data Interpretation
  4. Fractions
  5. L.C.M
  6. H.C.F
  7. Ratio & Proportion
  8. Percentage
  9. Average
  10. Profit & Loss
  11. Discount
  12. Simple & Compound Interest
  13. Mensuration
  14. Time & Work
  15. Time & Distance
  16. Tables & Graphs

DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 for Hindi Language & Comprehension

The Hindi Language & Comprehension part of the DSSSB PRT Exam 2025 will include the topics listed below.

  1. Hindi Comprehension
  2. Hindi Grammar
  3. Vocabulary
  4. Sentence Structure
  5. Synonyms
  6. Antonyms
  7. Correct usage

DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 for English Language & Comprehension

To score better in the English Language & Comprehension section, candidates should prepare the topics mentioned under the DSSSB PRT Syllabus.

  1. Reading Comprehension
  2. Error Spotting
  3. One Word Substitution
  4. Sentence Correction/ Improvement
  5. Synonyms & Antonyms
  6. Fill in the Blanks
  7. Spellings
  8. Idiom & Phrase

DSSSB PRT Syllabus 2025 for Teaching Methodology

Candidates are advised to check the topics listed below under the DSSSB PRT Syllabus for Teaching Methodology to earn good marks in the given section.

  1. Concept of growth
  2. Domains of Development
  3. Understanding Adolescence
  4. Role of Primary and Secondary Socialization Agencies
  5. Theoretical perspectives on Learning -Behaviorism, Cognitivism and Constructivism
  6. Factors affecting learning and their implications
  7. Planning and Organization of Teaching-Learning,
  8. Enhancing Teaching Learning processes: Classroom Observation and Feedback,
  9. Reflections and Dialogues as a means of constructivist teaching,
  10. Disability,
  11. guidance and counselling,
  12. Inclusive Education,
  13. School Organization and Leaders-hip,
  14. NEP-202,
  15. Right of Children to free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009,
  16. National Policies in education
  17. School Curriculum Principles: Perspective, Learning and Knowledge, Curricular Areas

DSSSB PRT Exam Pattern 2025

Check the complete DSSSB Exam Pattern 2025 from below.

  • The DSSSB PRT Exam will have a total of 200 questions.
  • Questions will come from the following sections:
    • General Awareness
    • General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability
    • Arithmetic & Numerical Ability
    • Hindi Language
    • English Language
    • Teaching Methodology
  • Each question carries 1 mark.
  • There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
  • The detailed DSSSB PRT Exam Pattern 2025 is given in the table below.
DSSSB PRT Exam Pattern 2025
SubjectQuestionMarksDuration
General Awareness20202 Hours
General Intelligence & Reasoning ability2020
Arithmetical & Numerical Ability2020
Hindi Language & Comprehension2020
English Language & Comprehension2020
Subject Concerned (MCQs of one mark each from the subject concerned 
(teaching methodology/ B.El.Ed./D.Ed./ NTT/ JBT)
100100
Total200200

Below is the link from where students can purchase the best books for the DSSSB PRT Exam 2025.

Book NameBook TypeBook Link
DSSSB Math by Sombir Dagar Sir for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exam in EnglishQuestion BankView Book
 DSSSB Primary Teacher PRT Child Development and Pedagogy (CDP) By Prateek Shivalik For 2025 Exam in HindiTextbookView Book
DSSSB Paper-1 by Prateek Sir for 2025 Exam in HindiGuidebookView Book
DSSSB Paper-1 book by Prateek Sir For 2025 Exam In EnglishGuidebookView Book
DSSSB Paper-1 Mock Tests by Prateek Shivalik Sir for 2025 Exam in HindiMock PaperView Book
DSSSB Samanya Jagrukta (GS) by Nilophar Neha Khan for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exams In HindiQuestion BankView Book
 DSSSB Ganit (Maths) by Sombir Dagar Sir for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exams In HindiQuestion BankView Book
DSSSB Tarkshakti (Reasoning) for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exams In HindiQuestion BankView Book
DSSSB Balvikas Evam Shikshashastra (CDP) by Parteek Shivalik Sir for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2024 Exams In HindiQuestion BankView Book
DSSSB Child Development and Pedagogy (CDP) By Prateek Shivalik Sir for 2025 Exam in EnglishQuestion BankView Book
DSSSB Hindi and English for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exams In Hindi and EnglishQuestion BankView Book
DSSSB Reasoning for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exam in EnglishQuestion BankView Book
DSSSB General Awareness by Nilophar Neha Khan for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exam in EnglishQuestion BankView Book
DSSSB Math book by Sombir Dagar Sir for PRTs | TGTs | PGTs | Spl. Edu | DASS For 2025 Exam in EnglishQuestion BankView Book

DSSSB PRT Recruitment 2025 FAQs

Q1. What is the syllabus for DSSSB PRT 2025?

Ans. The DSSSB PRT syllabus includes General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, English Language, Hindi Language, and Teaching Methodology.

Q2. What is the exam duration and total marks?

Ans. The exam is 2 hours (120 minutes) and carries 200 marks.

Q3. What is the weightage of each subject in the DSSSB PRT syllabus?

Ans. Each section has equal weightage as the exam has 200 questions for 200 marks, divided among all subjects.

Q4. Is there any negative marking in DSSSB PRT 2025?

Ans. Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.