The High Court of Delhi (DHC) recruits for the post of Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA) / Restorer (Group-B) through a multi-tier selection process where the Stage-II English Typing Test serves as a strict qualifying gateway.
⚡ Official Notification Specifications (TL;DR Fact Matrix)
| Parameter | Official Delhi High Court Notification Clause |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | High Court of Delhi, New Delhi |
| Post | Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA) / Restorer |
| Stage | Stage-II: English Typing Test |
| Required Speed | 35.0 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Test Duration | 10 Minutes |
| Passage Length | Approx 350 to 400 Words |
| Permissible Error Ceiling | Strictly 3.0% Max Errors (97% Accuracy Minimum) |
| Nature of Paper | Qualifying Only (Mandatory) |
| Interface Features | Split-screen text box, word count display, live countdown clock |
| Backspace Allowed | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) |
1. Mathematical Evaluation & Penalty Calculation
Delhi High Court enforces one of the most stringent accuracy thresholds in India:
Allowable Errors = (3 / 100) × Total Words Typed
| Words Typed in 10 Mins | Maximum Allowed Errors (3%) | Minimum Words to Clear 35 WPM | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 350 Words | 10.5 Errors | 350 Words | Qualified |
| 350 Words | 11 Errors | 350 Words | Disqualified (Exceeded 3%) |
| 400 Words | 12.0 Errors | 350 Words | Qualified |
| 340 Words | 2 Errors | 350 Words | Disqualified (Below 35 WPM) |
2. Mistake Categorization (Official Notification Manual)
- Full Errors (1.0 Penalty):
- Omission: Omitting words or lines from the provided legal passage.
- Substitution: Replacing a printed word with another word.
- Addition: Inserting superfluous words or symbols.
- Half Errors (0.5 Penalty):
- Spelling: Errors in spelling (transposition of characters).
- Punctuation: Missing commas, periods, hyphens, or brackets.
- Capitalization: Lowercase instead of uppercase at sentence beginnings or proper nouns.
3. Preparation Drills for Delhi High Court JJA Aspirants
- Aim for 98% Accuracy in Daily Practice: At 35 WPM, precision is paramount. Do not rush.
- Practice Judicial Passages: High Court passages feature constitutional articles, legal orders, and petitions.
- Practice on TypingWire.in with 3% error cutoff simulation.
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