Delhi Police HC(M) Typing Test Preparation
Quick answer: The Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) typing test is a 10-minute test set at 30 WPM English or 25 WPM Hindi. Each mistake costs exactly one word — no free buffer, no multiplier — making this one of the gentler scoring models on this site compared to exams like RRB NTPC or CRPF.
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| Test duration | 10 minutes. |
|---|---|
| English target | 30 WPM — a printed passage of at least 400 words / 2000 strokes. |
| Hindi target | 25 WPM — at least 350 words / 1750 strokes, in Mangal Inscript, Mangal Remington, or Kruti Dev 010. |
| Scoring rule | One word deducted per counted mistake — a flat penalty, with no free buffer and no multiplier. |
| Editing | Backspace corrects only the word currently being typed. |
SSC's Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) notice describes a 10-minute typing test: minimum 30 WPM English or 25 WPM Hindi, with a printed passage of at least 400 English words / 2000 strokes or 350 Hindi words / 1750 strokes. The notice deducts one word for each mistake. Confirm the current official notification before your exam.
What to practise first
Because each mistake here only costs exactly one word — not a heavy multiplier like some other exams — this scoring model rewards a solid, steady pace more than extreme caution. Build up your raw typing speed with reasonable accuracy rather than typing unnaturally slowly to avoid mistakes.
- Type a five-minute passage at a comfortable pace and count your raw words and mistakes.
- Calculate net WPM as (words typed − mistakes) ÷ minutes, and compare to the 30/25 target.
- If you're short, add speed gradually — a mistake here only costs one word, so moderate pace increases are low-risk.
- Finish with a full 10-minute attempt in your chosen section and layout.
A practical 10-day preparation plan
| Days 1–2 | 20 minutes daily: comfortable-pace typing, tracking net WPM after the one-word-per-mistake deduction. |
|---|---|
| Days 3–5 | 25 minutes daily: two 5-minute passages, gradually increasing pace since mistakes are cheap here. |
| Days 6–8 | 25 minutes daily: one full 10-minute attempt per session, targeting a stable score above 30/25 WPM. |
| Days 9–10 | One calm full attempt, then light revision only — no new layouts this close to the exam. |
How to use the free Delhi Police HC(M) simulator
Open the Delhi Police HC(M) typing test page, choose your section and layout, and run the 10-minute format. After each attempt, check your net WPM against 30 (English) or 25 (Hindi).
Worked example: type 430 words in the 10-minute English section with 25 mistakes. Each mistake costs exactly one word: 430 − 25 = 405 words ÷ 10 minutes = 40.5 WPM, comfortably clearing the 30 WPM minimum. A mistake only ever costs what it looks like it costs — there's no hidden multiplier.
Common reasons candidates miss the standard
- Typing unnaturally slowly out of fear of mistakes, when each one here only costs one word.
- Not confirming the minimum word/stroke count (400 words English, 350 Hindi) before the exam.
- Switching Hindi layouts close to the exam instead of settling on one early.
- Assuming the same scoring model as a stricter exam like RRB NTPC or CRPF and over-correcting for it.
Frequently asked questions
What speed is required for the Delhi Police HC(M) typing test?
30 WPM in English (minimum 400 words / 2000 strokes) or 25 WPM in Hindi (minimum 350 words / 1750 strokes), in a 10-minute test.
How is the Delhi Police HC(M) typing test scored?
One word deducted per counted mistake — no free buffer and no multiplier, unlike RRB NTPC or CRPF where the same mistakes cost far more.
Which Hindi layout does Delhi Police HC(M) use?
Mangal Inscript, Mangal Remington, or Kruti Dev 010.
Is there a Windows app for this typing test?
Yes — the same practice engine also runs as a native Windows app on the Microsoft Store. It works offline and bundles all three Hindi layouts. One paid key unlocks the full test bank on both the website and the app.
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