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Delhi High Court Test — Exam Overview
The Delhi High Court English typing test is a qualifying stage in recruitments such as Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA) / Restorer and Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) / Personal Assistant (PA).
The JJA/Restorer (Open) Exam 2026 notice sets 35 WPM in 10 minutes, with speed counted as characters with space and mistakes allowed up to 3%. The SPA & PA (Open) Exams 2026 circular sets 40 WPM in 10 minutes, also counted as characters with space, with up to 3% mistakes as a qualifying Stage-I; SPA and PA candidates also take a shorthand test.
How this exam differs
The 2026 Delhi High Court notices make the 10-minute English typing test qualifying. SPA and PA need 40 WPM; Junior Judicial Assistant and Restorer need 35 WPM. Speed is counted as characters with space for SPA/PA as well as JJA.
Mistakes are allowed up to 3%, in the same band as the SCI JCA notice. Speed alone does not pass if the error count runs over.
The paper is a Delhi High Court legal-assistant test, not PSSSB Punjabi clerk and not AHC’s 20-minute RO sheet.
Basic Details
| Detail | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Time Duration | 10 Minutes | Fixed 10-minute computer-based court typing test |
| Minimum Speed | 40 WPM (SPA/PA) / 35 WPM (JJA) | 40 WPM for SPA/PA; 35 WPM for JJA/Restorer |
| Language | English | English typing test in the 2026 notices |
| Nature of Test | Qualifying | Qualifying for JJA/Restorer, SPA and PA in the 2026 notices |
| Shorthand (SPA/PA) | Separate test | SPA 110 WPM; PA 100 WPM, per the 2026 circular |
| Typing Mode | Touch Typing | Strict legal formatting & punctuation accuracy |
| Mistake Allowance | Up to 3% | As stated in the 2026 notices |
Posts Requiring Delhi High Court Skill Test
- Senior Personal Assistant (SPA)
- Personal Assistant (PA)
- Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA)
- Restorer
JJA/Restorer and SPA/PA are recruited through separate notices. Check the notice for the post you are applying for.
Eligibility & Qualifying Standards
| Post | English Typing (10 min) | Mistakes Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) | 40 WPM (characters with space), qualifying (Stage-I) | Up to 3% |
| Personal Assistant (PA) | 40 WPM (characters with space), qualifying (Stage-I) | Up to 3% |
| Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA) / Restorer | 35 WPM (characters with space), qualifying (Stage-III) | Up to 3% |
Sources: JJA/Restorer (Open) Exam 2026 notice (Jan 2026) and SPA & PA (Open) Exams 2026 circular (Sep 2026). Standards can change between cycles.
Important qualifying notes
- The typing test is qualifying in both 2026 notices
- SPA and PA marks come from the shorthand test (SPA 110 WPM, 120 marks; PA 100 WPM, 110 marks), descriptive test and interview, per the 2026 circular
- For JJA/Restorer and SPA/PA, speed is counted as characters with space
- Check your notice for how mistakes are counted and for every later stage
Test Pattern — What the 2026 Notices Say
JJA / Restorer (Open) Exam 2026
- 1English typing test of 10 minutes
- 2Minimum 35 WPM, counted as characters with space
- 3Mistakes allowed up to 3%
- 4Qualifying in nature (Stage-III)
SPA & PA (Open) Exams 2026
- 1Stage-I: English typing, 10 minutes, 40 WPM (characters with space), up to 3% mistakes — qualifying
- 2Shorthand test: SPA 110 WPM (120 marks); PA 100 WPM (110 marks)
- 3Descriptive test and interview follow, as set out in the circular
- iCheck the circular for test-day procedure and evaluation details
Preparation Tips & Strategy
Speed & Accuracy Strategy
Accuracy first
Aim for 98%+ accuracy to safely stay within the strict 3% error limit
Daily practice
30–45 min daily is more effective than occasional long sessions
Touch typing
Learn home row position and avoid looking at the keyboard
Target speed
Aim for 50 WPM to comfortably qualify under 40 WPM pressure
Mock tests
Practice full 10-minute timed sessions regularly
Content & Keyboard Tips
Read ahead
Train your eyes to read 1–2 words ahead while typing
Legal Terminology
Practise legal-style terms, citations and section numbers
Rhythm
Maintain a steady typing rhythm — avoid bursts followed by pauses
Varied content
Mix formal English passages, including legal-style text, into your practice
Error correction
Practice using Backspace efficiently without breaking rhythm
Exam-Day Rules, Accommodations & Common Mistakes
Check the official Delhi High Court Test notice
- iReporting time, identity documents, the keyboard and software provided, scribe or compensatory-time provisions, and how mistakes are counted are set by the recruiting body. The current notification and your admit card override any general advice.
- iGeneral questions: Backspace rules, keyboard layouts and Hindi fonts are answered in the typing exam FAQ.
- iRoutines and drills: scoring rules, accuracy drills and test-day routines are in our exam guides.
Pro Tips for Success
Simulate exam conditions
Practice with 10-min timed legal passages — don't just do casual drills
3% mistake allowance
The 2026 notices allow up to 3% mistakes, so keep accuracy well above 97% in practice
Correction strategy
Fix obvious large errors mid-passage — correct rest at end with remaining time
Consistent WPM target
Aim for 50 WPM to comfortably qualify under 40 WPM SPA requirement
Broad practice
Practise varied formal English with punctuation, numbers and capitalisation
Start slow, finish strong
Build rhythm in first 1–2 minutes, then maintain steady pace through remaining 8 minutes
Understanding Your TypingHub Practice Report
Characters and words
- iCharacter comparison: Ordinary incorrect, extra or missing characters carry full weight in the practice analysis. A single misspelled word can contain several character errors.
- iCase and punctuation: Case-only substitutions and punctuation substitutions receive half weight. Added or omitted characters are counted separately.
- iSkipped or extra words: The report identifies missing and extra words as well as character differences. Read the highlighted passage to understand each mismatch.
Using the result
- iTwo accuracy measures: Character accuracy and word accuracy measure different things. A word counts as correct only when it matches the reference word.
- iPractice targets: A practice pass or fail is based on this test’s configured targets. It is not a recruiting authority’s qualification decision.
- iOfficial evaluation: Check the notice and evaluation instructions for your exact recruitment year, post and category. Do not convert this report into official examination marks.
Understanding Your Typing Practice Report
The arithmetic behind Gross WPM, Net WPM and key depressions. Your notice decides which of these it uses.
Gross WPM
Gross WPM = (total keystrokes ÷ 5) ÷ minutes. Letters, spaces and punctuation all count, and five keystrokes make one standard word.
Net WPM
Net WPM subtracts a penalty for uncorrected errors from Gross WPM. Two candidates with the same raw speed can end up several WPM apart.
Key depressions (KDPH)
Some notices state speed as key depressions. 35 WPM equals 10,500 key depressions an hour (35 × 5 × 60), and 30 WPM equals 9,000.
Full and half mistakes
TypingHub groups errors to help you review an attempt. Full and half weights in this report are practice feedback; use your recruitment's evaluation instructions for official penalties.
4-Week Practice Plan for Delhi High Court Test
An adaptable practice routine, not a qualification guarantee. Repeat a stage until your accuracy is steady.
Week 1: Accuracy base
Touch-typing drills without looking at the keys. Hold 95% accuracy or better and ignore speed for now.
Week 2: Build speed
Two timed five-minute runs a day. Raise your pace by two or three WPM only once accuracy stays steady.
Week 3: Full-length mocks
One full Delhi High Court Test mock a day for the exam's full duration. Read the error report and retype the words you missed.
Week 4: Exam rehearsal
Practise at your exam's time of day, on a full-size keyboard, with your notice's backspace rule. Aim a few WPM above the target.
Practise Delhi High Court Test on TypingHub
Check the practice timer, language and input layout against your own recruitment instructions before starting.
Start the mock
Scroll up, click Start and type the passage shown. The clock runs for the full session, as it does in the exam hall.
Read your report
See Gross and Net WPM, accuracy and the full and half mistakes, word by word, as soon as the timer ends.
Repeat with a new passage
Retype your missed words, then try a fresh passage. For structured lessons and the available practice catalogue, see the typing courses.
Frequently Asked Questions (Delhi High Court Test)
SPA SPEEDWhat speed does Delhi High Court SPA need?
The 2026 notices use 40 WPM English in 10 minutes for SPA/PA and 35 WPM for JJA and Restorer. The typing test is qualifying.
ERRORSHow tight is the error limit?
3% mistakes under the 2026 notices, similar to the Supreme Court JCA rule.
SPEED WPMWhat is the required typing speed for Delhi High Court posts?
Per the 2026 notices: 40 WPM in English for Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) and Personal Assistant (PA), and 35 WPM in English for Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA) / Restorer, each over 10 minutes and counted as characters with space.
ERROR LIMITWhat is the maximum permissible error limit for Delhi High Court test?
Both 2026 notices allow mistakes up to 3%. Check your notice for how mistakes are counted.
PASSAGE CONTENTWhat type of passages are given in Delhi High Court typing test?
The notices describe an English typing test without detailing the passage. Practising varied formal English, including legal-style text, is a sensible preparation.
KEYBOARD & KEYSIs Backspace key allowed during Delhi High Court typing test?
Whether Backspace and Delete may be used is set by your recruitment’s typing-test instructions, so check them. This TypingHub mock allows Backspace by default so you can practise corrections.
MERIT & MARKSAre Delhi High Court typing test marks added to final merit list?
No. In the 2026 notices the English typing test is qualifying for JJA/Restorer and for SPA/PA. SPA and PA marks come from the shorthand test, descriptive test and interview. Refer to the notice for your post.
EVALUATION RULESHow are mistakes evaluated in Delhi High Court typing test?
How mistakes are counted is set by your recruitment’s evaluation instructions. The full- and half-weight errors shown here describe the TypingHub practice report only, not an official marking scheme.
Exam guides for Delhi High Court Test
Read the scoring rules before the next attempt. These pages match this exam, not a generic typing blog.
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Official References & Recruitment Instructions
JJA/Restorer and SPA/PA have different typing-speed requirements. SPA/PA recruitment also includes shorthand.
- JJA / Restorer 2026 notice (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
Qualifying English typing: 35 WPM, 10 minutes; mistakes up to 3% as specified.
- SPA / PA 2026 circular (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
Qualifying English typing: 40 WPM, 10 minutes, mistakes up to 3%; shorthand tests follow as a separate stage.
Based on the Delhi High Court JJA/Restorer (Open) Exam 2026 notice (https://delhihighcourt.nic.in/files/2026-01/recuritment/vacancy_notice_jja_0.pdf) and the SPA & PA (Open) Exams 2026 circular. Patterns can change with each recruitment cycle, so always refer to the official notice for your post.
Last reviewed October 2026 · TypingHub, New Delhi