The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) recruits Head Constables (Ministerial - Direct & Departmental) to handle clerical administration, communication, and personnel records at high-altitude border posts and command establishments.
Shortlisted candidates must clear the computer typing test. Below are the official rules, speed benchmarks, and evaluation guidelines.
⚡ Quick Exam Snapshot (TL;DR Fact Matrix)
| Parameter | English Typing Standard | Hindi Typing Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Required Speed | 35 Words Per Minute (WPM) | 30 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Key Depressions (KDPH) | 10,500 KDPH on Computer | 9,000 KDPH on Computer |
| Test Duration | 10 Minutes | 10 Minutes |
| Passage Volume | Approx. 350 Words (1,750 Keystrokes) | Approx. 300 Words (1,500 Keystrokes) |
| Mandatory Font | Standard English Font | Mangal Unicode (Inscript / Remington GAIL) |
| Permissible Error Limit | Maximum 10.5% Mistakes Allowed | Maximum 10.5% Mistakes Allowed |
| Test Nature | Qualifying Only (Mandatory) | Qualifying Only (Mandatory) |
| Backspace Permitted | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) |
1. Speed Evaluation & Mistake Formula
- Standard Word: 5 key depressions = 1 word.
- Speed Formula:
Net Speed (WPM) = (Correct Keystrokes / 5 / 10 Minutes) - Candidates who type the entire passage with a steady pace and correct capitalization pass easily.
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⚡ Exam Day Interface & Software Behavior Checklist
Candidates preparing for this examination must train under realistic test software parameters to avoid unexpected failure on exam day:
- No Auto-Highlighting: The official test software displays the master passage statically. Words will not turn green or red as you type, and your active cursor position is not highlighted. You must maintain visual tracking independently.
- Manual Passage Scrolling: As you complete visible lines, the passage does not scroll down automatically. You must manually scroll using the mouse wheel or the downward arrow key on your keyboard.
- The 5-Minute Mock Trial Run: Prior to the real evaluation, a short demo session is conducted. Physically test every critical key:
- Tap Spacebar, Backspace, and Enter repeatedly to detect sticky membranes.
- Verify both Left Shift and Right Shift keys.
- If any key requires abnormal pressure or fails to register, raise your hand immediately to request a replacement terminal before the main exam timer begins.
- Accuracy Over Unchecked Speed: Because penalization algorithms deduct heavily for uncorrected errors, typing smoothly at a steady pace with 98%+ accuracy yields higher qualifying scores than rushing with frequent typos.
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