DSSSB PRT (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board — Primary Teacher) — Free Online Mock Test
DSSSB Tier I · 200 Q in 2h · GA + Reasoning + Numerical + Pedagogy + Subject. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
DSSSB PRT exam at a glance
DSSSB PRT full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length DSSSB PRT mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 160-question, 120-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
DSSSB PRT key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) |
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| Official website | dsssb.delhi.gov.in ↗ |
| Mode | Recruitment for Primary Teacher (PRT) — a one-tier computer-based test of 200 objective questions for 200 marks in 2 hours, in two sections: Section-A (general aptitude) and Section-B (subject-concerned and teaching methodology/pedagogy). |
| Frequency | As and when vacancies arise, by DSSSB notification. |
| Scoring & marking | Section-A has General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, Hindi and English (20 questions each, 100 marks); Section-B has 100 subject/pedagogy questions (100 marks). There is 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer. |
| Language | English and Hindi. |
Who is eligible for DSSSB PRT?
Graduation plus a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), and a valid CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) pass, with the required language qualification, per the notification.
Last verified July 2026 against DSSSB — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
DSSSB PRT section breakdown
The DSSSB PRT mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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General Awareness (20 Q)
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Reasoning (20 Q)
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Numerical Aptitude (20 Q)
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Hindi + English (40 Q)
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Pedagogy / Child Development (60 Q)
DSSSB PRT scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: DSSSB PRT penalises wrong answers (-0.25 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: DSSSB PRT (out of 200).
How DSSSB PRT is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
DSSSB PRT time strategy
With 160 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 45 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- General Awareness (20 Q)
- Reasoning (20 Q)
- Numerical Aptitude (20 Q)
- Hindi + English (40 Q)
- Pedagogy / Child Development (60 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
DSSSB PRT topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of DSSSB PRT, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
General Awareness (20 Q)
- Static GK · 6
- History · 5
- Science · 3
- Geography · 2
- Polity · 2
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 2
Reasoning (20 Q)
- Number Series · 3
- Ranking · 2
- Analogy · 2
- Odd One Out · 2
- Direction Sense · 2
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 2
- Alphabet Series · 1
- Clocks · 1
Numerical Aptitude (20 Q)
- Number System · 3
- Mensuration · 2
- Fractions · 2
- Percentages · 2
- Geometry · 1
- Square Roots · 1
- Time & Work · 1
- Units & Measurement · 1
Hindi + English (40 Q)
- हिंदी भाषा · 8
- Hindi — साहित्य · 6
- Hindi — रस · 4
- Hindi — अलंकार · 2
- Antonyms · 2
- Prepositions · 2
- Verb Forms · 2
- Synonyms · 2
Pedagogy / Child Development (60 Q)
- Pedagogy & Child Development · 40
- Learning Theory · 4
- NEP 2020 · 3
- Assessment & Evaluation · 2
- Language Development · 1
- Inclusive Education · 1
- Intelligence · 1
- Classroom Management · 1
DSSSB PRT difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
DSSSB Tier I · 200 Q in 2h · GA + Reasoning + Numerical + Pedagogy + Subject. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
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How Wrexa Edge prepares you for DSSSB PRT
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what DSSSB PRT really tests
DSSSB Primary Teacher recruitment is a 200-question test with 0.25 negative marking, split into a general Section-A and a heavier 100-mark Section-B of subject and teaching-methodology questions — and a valid CTET is a prerequisite. So pedagogy depth, on top of CTET eligibility, decides selection.
Preparation tips
- Ensure you hold a valid CTET — it is required before this selection test.
- Prioritise Section-B (100 marks of subject/pedagogy), the differentiator.
- Manage the 0.25 negative marking with accurate attempts.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying without the mandatory CTET pass.
- Under-preparing the heavy Section-B pedagogy content.
DSSSB PRT study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Confirm you hold a valid CTET (a prerequisite)
- Build Section-A: awareness, reasoning, arithmetic, Hindi and English
- Start objective practice with 0.25 negative marking
- Prepare the 100-mark subject/teaching-methodology section
- Study child pedagogy and primary-teaching methods
- Drill previous DSSSB PRT papers
- Sit full 200-question, 2-hour mocks
- Manage the 0.25 negative marking
- Re-drill weak Section-B pedagogy topics
Where DSSSB PRT can take you
A strong DSSSB PRT result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Primary Teacher in Delhi
- Stable teaching career
- CTET-gated entry
- Pedagogy-weighted
Best books & official prep for DSSSB PRT
- DSSSB PRT guides (Section-A aptitude + Section-B pedagogy) — Various
- Previous-year DSSSB PRT papers — Various
Official practice: Ensure you have a valid CTET (a prerequisite), then prepare the Section-A aptitude and the heavier Section-B subject/pedagogy content; manage the 0.25 negative marking.
Previous-year papers: Previous DSSSB PRT papers are widely available and reflect the current two-section pattern.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the DSSSB PRT exam pattern?
- Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board — Primary Teacher contains 160 questions across 5 sections: General Awareness (20 Q), Reasoning (20 Q), Numerical Aptitude (20 Q), Hindi + English (40 Q), Pedagogy / Child Development (60 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 45 seconds per question).
- Does DSSSB PRT have negative marking?
- Yes — DSSSB PRT carries negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is DSSSB PRT scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 200. DSSSB PRT (out of 200).
- How can I practise DSSSB PRT online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length DSSSB PRT mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of DSSSB PRT?
- DSSSB PRT is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. DSSSB Tier I · 200 Q in 2h · GA + Reasoning + Numerical + Pedagogy + Subject. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the DSSSB PRT exam?
- DSSSB PRT runs for 120 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in DSSSB PRT?
- DSSSB PRT is split into: General Awareness (20 Q), Reasoning (20 Q), Numerical Aptitude (20 Q), Hindi + English (40 Q), Pedagogy / Child Development (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. DSSSB Tier I · 200 Q in 2h · GA + Reasoning + Numerical + Pedagogy + Subject. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during DSSSB PRT?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the DSSSB PRT test adaptive?
- No — DSSSB PRT is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many DSSSB PRT mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct DSSSB PRT variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 8000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free DSSSB PRT test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge DSSSB PRT test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are DSSSB PRT previous year question–style papers included?
- Every DSSSB PRT mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 160-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free DSSSB PRT mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's DSSSB PRT mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the DSSSB PRT mock test on mobile?
- Yes. DSSSB PRT mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the DSSSB PRT syllabus?
- The DSSSB PRT syllabus maps to its 5 sections: General Awareness (20 Q), Reasoning (20 Q), Numerical Aptitude (20 Q), Hindi + English (40 Q), Pedagogy / Child Development (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for DSSSB PRT?
- Graduation plus a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), and a valid CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) pass, with the required language qualification, per the notification. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic DSSSB PRT practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the DSSSB PRT exam and how should I prepare?
- Official DSSSB PRT exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free DSSSB PRT mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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