Delhi High Court Typing Test
Delhi High Court Typing Test — Test Settings
Test Duration
Prevents deletion — simulates strict exam mode
Highlights the current word in the passage
Hides errors during the test — exactly like TCS iON
Keeps the current word in view as you type
About Delhi High Court Typing Test
Practice the Delhi High Court English typing test for Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA), Senior Personal Assistant, and Group C clerical posts. 35 WPM qualifying speed, 10-minute computer-based skill test in blind mode, with court-standard net WPM evaluation. Delhi HC typing skill tests are notoriously strict on accuracy — this simulator defaults to blind mode so you build the right reflexes from day one.
Exam Specifications
| Qualifying WPM (English) | 35 WPM (Net) |
| Stenographer Dictation | 80–100 WPM (separate skill round) |
| Duration | 10 minutes |
| Conducting Body | Delhi High Court Recruitment Cell |
| Posts Covered | Junior Judicial Assistant, Senior PA, Personal Assistant, Restorer, Stenographer Grade III |
| Error Mode | Blind Mode (errors shown only at result) |
| Evaluation | Net WPM = (Keystrokes ÷ 5 − Full − Half÷2) ÷ Minutes |
Delhi High Court Typing Test — Complete Guide for 2025-26
The Delhi High Court typing skill test is one of the most competitive court-level exams in India. Each notification draws lakhs of applicants for a few hundred Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA), Senior Personal Assistant, and Group C clerical seats. The skill test is computer-based, runs in blind mode, and evaluates net WPM using the same penalty formula applied across SSC and DSSSB exams. There is no real-time error indicator and no second attempt on the day — your one 10-minute window decides whether you advance.
This simulator replicates the exact Delhi HC environment: blind mode on by default, word highlighting disabled, and net WPM calculated using the official court formula. Passages rotate each session so you build genuine speed rather than passage familiarity, and the formal-English passage set mirrors the registry-style language used in the real test.
Delhi HC Posts Requiring a Typing Test — WPM by Post
| Post | Typing WPM | Dictation | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA) | 35 WPM English | — | 10 min |
| Senior Personal Assistant | 40 WPM English | 110 WPM | 10 min |
| Personal Assistant | 40 WPM English | 100 WPM | 10 min |
| Stenographer Grade III | 35 WPM English | 80 WPM | 10 min |
| Restorer / Group C Clerk | 35 WPM English | — | 10 min |
WPM thresholds vary slightly by recruitment cycle. Always refer to the official Delhi High Court notification for the exact post you are applying for.
How Delhi HC Calculates Your Net WPM
Delhi High Court uses the standard government net WPM formula — the same formula applied by SSC for CHSL and CGL typing tests, and by DSSSB for JSA and LDC posts:
Net WPM = (Total Keystrokes ÷ 5 − Full Mistakes − Half Mistakes ÷ 2) ÷ Time (minutes)
Full Mistakes (100% penalty):
- Omitting a word from the passage
- Substituting a wrong word
- Adding a word not in the passage
Half Mistakes (50% penalty):
- Extra or missing space between words
- Wrong capitalization of proper nouns
- Minor spelling variation within a word
Why Delhi HC Passages Are Harder Than They Look
Unlike SSC or RRB exams, the Delhi High Court typing test passages are drawn from court orders, judgments, and registry communications. This means:
- Long sentences: Court English uses dependent clauses that can run 40–60 words without a full stop. Your rhythm has to handle that.
- Legal vocabulary: Words like plaintiff, respondent, adjudication, prima facie, ex-parte appear regularly. Misspelling them counts as a half mistake every single time.
- Numbered references: Section numbers, dates, and case citations (like "Section 482 CrPC" or "AIR 2019 SC 1234") force you to switch between alphabetic and numeric typing constantly — a known weakness in candidates who only practiced general passages.
- Strict capitalization: "Hon'ble", "Court", "Bench" are usually capitalized in source material. Missing those is a half mistake.
Why Blind Mode Practice is Non-Negotiable
Most aspirants practice typing on general-purpose platforms where errors are highlighted in red as they type. This creates a dangerous dependency: your brain learns to self-correct in real time. In the actual Delhi HC exam, that safety net disappears — the screen looks identical whether you typed correctly or made five errors. You won't know your error count until you submit.
Candidates who score 42 WPM on standard practice platforms routinely score 30–32 in the real Delhi HC exam. That gap is almost always blind mode shock, not actual skill loss. This simulator defaults to blind mode from day one so you build the right muscle memory from the start.
30-Day Delhi HC Typing Practice Plan
Week 1 — Accuracy First
One 10-minute session daily with word highlight ON, blind mode OFF. Your only goal is zero full mistakes — wrong words, omissions, extra words. Speed is secondary this week. Note your net WPM each day but don't try to push it yet. Read each post-test error report carefully.
Week 2 — Go Blind
Switch blind mode ON. Expect a 15–25% drop in net WPM — that is normal. Two sessions per day: one 5-minute warm-up, one full 10-minute test. Goal is comfort, not speed. Your brain is re-learning to type without visual feedback.
Week 3 — Pattern Hunting
Study your post-test error report every session. Find your top three recurring error types. For Delhi HC specifically, watch for: legal vocabulary spellings, hyphenated words like "Hon'ble" and "ex-parte", and number-letter switches. Target those deliberately in your next session.
Week 4 — Clear the Threshold
Two full 10-minute tests per day. If your net WPM is consistently above 38–40 in practice, you have a healthy buffer for the real exam (nerves typically cost 2–3 WPM). If you're still at 33–34, spend another week on Week 3 — your error count is still too high.
Delhi HC Stenographer — The Two-Stage Skill Test
Candidates applying for Stenographer Grade III, Personal Assistant, or Senior PA posts in Delhi HC must clear two skill rounds, not one:
- Shorthand dictation at 80, 100, or 110 WPM (post-dependent) for 10 minutes — recorded by an examiner and played at standard speed.
- Computer transcription of the dictated passage — typically 50–65 minutes depending on grade. Net WPM and accuracy are evaluated using the same court formula above.
Most candidates underestimate the transcription round and over-prepare for shorthand. The reality: shorthand can be improved with months of practice, but transcription accuracy under exam pressure is a separate skill. This simulator is built for that second round — practice it daily with blind mode on so the transcription phase is the easiest part of your skill test, not the hardest.
Delhi HC vs DSSSB vs SSC CHSL — Key Differences
All three exams require 35 WPM English typing and use the same evaluation formula, but the differences matter when you're choosing where to focus:
- Conducting body: Delhi HC runs its own recruitment cell; DSSSB conducts on behalf of the Delhi government; SSC CHSL is an all-India central exam on TCS iON.
- Passage style: Delhi HC uses court-language passages (judgments, registry orders) — heavier vocabulary than DSSSB's general administrative English or SSC's editorial-style passages.
- Post location: Delhi HC posts are court-attached and located at the High Court complex in New Delhi; DSSSB posts span Delhi state departments; SSC CHSL posts are spread across central government offices nationwide.
- Career path: Delhi HC offers a court-track career with promotion to Senior Judicial Assistant and Court Master; DSSSB and SSC CHSL feed into general clerical streams in their respective administrations.
- Cut-off severity: Delhi HC typing rounds are notably stricter on accuracy — candidates clearing the WPM threshold at 36–37 with high error counts often still get rejected. Aim for clean 38+ WPM in practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typing speed required for Delhi High Court?
Delhi High Court requires 35 WPM in English typing for posts like Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA), Senior Personal Assistant (SPA), and most Group C clerical positions. Some Stenographer posts require an additional shorthand transcription test at 80 or 100 WPM dictation speed. Always verify with the specific Delhi HC recruitment notification.
Which Delhi High Court posts require a typing test?
Posts requiring the typing skill test in Delhi HC include Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA), Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Restorer, and Stenographer Grade III. The typing test is conducted after the written exam for shortlisted candidates and is qualifying in nature.
Is the Delhi High Court typing test conducted in blind mode?
Yes. The Delhi HC computer-based typing test does not show real-time error highlights — the screen looks identical whether you typed correctly or made multiple errors. You only see your error report after submission. Practicing with blind mode enabled is essential preparation for this format.
What is the error evaluation formula in Delhi HC typing?
Delhi High Court uses the standard government net WPM formula: Net WPM = (Total Keystrokes ÷ 5 − Full Mistakes − Half Mistakes ÷ 2) ÷ Time in Minutes. Full mistakes (omission, substitution, addition of words) carry 100% penalty. Half mistakes (spacing, capitalization, minor spelling errors) carry 50% penalty.
How is the Delhi HC typing test different from SSC CHSL?
Both tests require 35 WPM English and use the same evaluation formula, but Delhi HC posts are court-specific (judicial assistants attached to benches and registries) and the conducting infrastructure is the Delhi HC Recruitment Cell rather than TCS iON. Delhi HC tends to use slightly more legal-vocabulary-heavy passages, so practising with formal English passages — like those in this simulator — is recommended.
Is shorthand required for Delhi High Court typing posts?
Shorthand is required only for Stenographer Grade III and Personal Assistant posts in Delhi HC, where candidates must clear a dictation transcription round at 80–100 WPM. For JJA and most Group C posts, only computer-based English typing at 35 WPM is required — no shorthand component.