Delhi Police Head Constable
Delhi Police jobs 2020 is out now. Stay tuned for latest updates in the new job openings.
Catch the latest job openings in the Delhi Police. The Delhi Police has requested new job applications for the post of head constable. The police department of Delhi has earlier released 554 job vacancies. Now, it has gone up to 664 posts for the role of head constable. The hiring will take place for both Male and Female category. Visit today to find the online application form for the head constable exams 2020.
Check out the detailed information to grab the latest updates on Delhi Police jobs recruitment.
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Delhi Police Job Outline |
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| Organization Name | Delhi Police (DP) |
| Post Name | Head Constable (Assistant Wireless Operator/ Telephone Operator) |
| Number of vacancies | 649 |
| Job Post Type | Temporary |
| Job Location (City) | Delhi |
| Enrollment Dates | 28 Dec 2019 to 27 Jan 2020 |
| Examination Date | Coming soon |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 |
| Level | 4 |
| Age Limit | 18-27 years |
| Qualification | 10+2 or NTC |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 (One Hundered only) |
| Official Portal | https://www.delhipolice.nic.in/ |
Delhi Police Job Hiring – Key Dates
| S. No. | Events | Event Dates |
| 1 | Delhi Police Hiring Online Application | 14.10.19 |
| 2 | Last Date for Police Constable Jobs | 13.11.19 |
| 3 | Admit Card 2020 for Delhi Police Jobs | Coming soon |
| 4 | Exam Date for Delhi Police Head Constable Jobs | Coming soon |
| 5 | Wireless Operator Job (Delhi Police) Online Apply | 28.12.19 |
| 6 | Last Date to Fill your Online Application | 27.01.20 |
| 7 | Release Date of Admit Card | Coming soon |
| 8 | Wireless Operator (Head Constable) Exam Date | Coming soon |
| 9 | Written Exam Date | July/Aug 2020 (Postponed) |
Job Vacancy
The Delhi Police is out now with 649 job openings for the Head Constable posts. The selected candidates will be allotted the Wireless and Telephone Operator roles in the Delhi Police.
Here is the detailed list of job vacancy for both open and departmental criteria for Male and Female candidates. Given below is the post wise share of the vacancies for level 4 pay scale of Rs. 25500– Rs. 81100.
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Delhi Police Job Openings Post Wise |
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Head Constable (AWO/ TPO) |
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| GEN | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ||
| Head Constable (Male) | Open | 134 | 76 | 49 | 93 | 40 | 392 |
| Departmental | 15 | 08 | 06 | 10 | 04 | 43 | |
| Head Constable (Female) | Open | 67 | 38 | 24 | 45 | 19 | 193 |
| Departmental | 07 | 04 | 03 | 05 | 02 | 21 | |
| Total Openings | 223 | 126 | 82 | 153 | 65 | 649 | |
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Delhi Police Job Openings Post Wise |
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Head Constable (Clerical) |
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| Post Name | Category | ||||||
| GEN | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | ||
| Head Constable | Male | 140 | 56 | 53 | 86 | 37 | 372 |
| Female | 69 | 27 | 26 | 42 | 18 | 182 | |
| Total | 209 | 83 | 79 | 128 | 55 | 554 | |
Head Constable Salary Expectation
The Delhi Police promises a plausible amount of salary for its staff and colleagues. You will get paid according to the revised PayScale of 7th pay commission for constable posts. Plus, the city police of Delhi also give extra perks and allowances like House rent, Transport costs, DA, medical allowance, etc.
| Head Constable Salary Structure | |
| Post | Head Constable |
| Level | 4 |
| Group | C |
| Commission | 7th Pay |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 25,500-Rs.81,100 |
| Starting Pay | Rs. 25,500 + Allowances |
| Allowances | DA + HRA + TA + Others |
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Head Constable In-Hand Salary Structure |
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| Post | Head Constable |
| Pay Band | Rs. 25,500-Rs. 81,100 |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 25,500 |
| HRA (24%) | Rs. 6120 |
| DA (12%) | Rs. 3060 |
| TA | Rs. 3600 |
| Total In-Hand Salary | Rs. 35,500-Rs. 38,000 |
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Head Constable Perks & Allowances |
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Basic Pay |
Rs. 25500 |
| Dearness Expense (Inflation Cost) | A Head Constable gets a DA to offset inflation. It is 12% of the basic pay given under the 7th Pay Commission. |
| House Rent Expense | The Head Constable gets an HRA as per the rule of Delhi Police. It is 24% of the Basic pay, (Rs. 6120) approx. |
| Transport Expense | The transport cost is given extra with the basic pay |
| Other Expenses | Other perks include City compensation expense, medical expenses, etc. |
There are immense growth options for the post of Head Constable in Delhi Police. It involves regular promotion with a chance to reach up to the level of DCP. However, it solely depends on the performance of the person. Check out the promotion ladder for the aspirants of Delhi Police.
- Head Constable
- ASI (Assistant Sub-Inspector)
- SI (Sub-Inspector)
- Inspector
- ACP (Assistant Commissioner of Police)
- DCP (Deputy Commissioner of Police)
Eligibility Criteria
The Delhi Police has fixed a set of conditions which you need to fulfill to get hired for the job. It includes your educational qualification, professional requirement, age limit, and physical standards.
Educational Qualification
- You need to pass at least class 12th from a government affiliated board to apply for the Head Constable exam.
- The applicants should not apply if they do not meet this condition.
Professional Demand
- English Typing Speed – 30 words per minute.
- Hindi Typing Speed – 25 words per minute.
You need to have an English word processing speed of 1000 key depressions in 15 minutes for Assistant Wireless and Telephone Operator job role.
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Head Constable Age Limit |
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| Minimum Age Limit | Maximum Age Limit |
| 18 Years | 25 Years |
The Delhi Police offers age relaxation for selected categories. See the table below.
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Age Relaxation Table for Selected Categories |
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| Category | Age Relaxation | |
| SC/ST | 5 Years | |
| OBC | 3 Years | |
| PwD (UR & EWS) | 10 Years | |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 Years | |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 Years | |
| Sportsperson (EWS/UR/OBC) | Male | Up to the age of 30 Years |
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| Sportsperson (SC/ST) | Male | Up to the age of 35 years |
| Female | ||
| Widows & Divorced Women who are not remarried but judicially separated | Up to the age of 38 years | |
| Widows & Divorced Women who are legally separated but not remarried (SC/ST) | Up to the age of 40 years | |
| Departmental applicants with 3 years of regular service in Delhi Police (UR/EWS) | Up to the age of 40 years | |
| Departmental applicants with 3 years of regular service in Delhi police (OBC) | Up to the age of 43 years | |
| Departmental applicants with 3 years of regular service in Delhi police (SC/ST) | Up to the age of 45 years | |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 3 years applicable for military service giver | |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 (3+3) years applicable for military service giver | |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 (3+5) years applicable for military service giver | |
Please Note: The age relaxation is applicable for: –
- Applicants of hill areas like Dogras, Marathas, Garhwali, Kumaonis, and Gorkhas with other applicants from State/UT of Manipur, Nagaland, Assam, Kashmir & Ladakh, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh and Mizoram. All these candidates will have to show the hill area certificate.
- ST candidates.
- Wards (son/daughter) of serving, deceased or retired Delhi Police Personnel/MTS staff of the same organization.
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Head Constable Physical Standards |
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| Category | Height | Chest | ||
| Male | GEN/OBC/SC | 165 cm | GEN/Others | 78 cm-82 cm |
| ST/Others | 160 cm | ST | 73 cm-77 cm | |
| Female | GEN/OBC/SC | 157 cm | – | – |
| ST/Others | 152 cm | |||
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Head Constable Physical Measurement Standards |
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| Category | Height | Chest | Note |
| Male | 165 cm | 78 cm-82 cm | Min. Expansion is 4 cm |
| Female | 157 cm | – | – |
Please see:
Check out the official notification to see the relaxation for reserved categories.
The Delhi Police may cancel your entry even after you clear the exams in case of any violation in eligibility conditions. So, ensure that you meet all the asked conditions for admission to the exams.
Job Selection Process
There is a defined set of process for the selection of Head Constable post in Delhi Police. Here is the step wise process shared for you.
- Written Test – 100 Marks
- Physical Efficiency Test/ Physical Endurance Test – Qualifying in nature.
- Computer Typing Test (English/Hindi) – 25 Marks
- Computer Formatting Test – 25 Marks
- Medical Test
Exam Pattern 2020
The Exam papers is available in both English and Hindi language except for the English language exam. You have to qualify written test and then undergo physical test to compete for the job of head constable. However, there is no negative marking for wrong answers.
Each question carries 1 mark for all the sections. The total marks for the written test is 100 marks.
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Written Test |
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| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Arithmetic) | 20 | 20 |
| English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 25 |
| Fundamentals of Computer; MS Word, MS Excel, etc. | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
If you qualify the written test, you will then have to undergo physical tests to be eligible for the final round of selection based on your merit.
| Physical Endurance Test (Males) | |||
| Age | Up to 30 years | Between 30 to 40 years | Above 40 years |
| Race (1600 mts) | 7 minutes | 8 minutes | 9 minutes |
| High Jump | 3 feet 6 inches | 3 feet 3 inches | 3 feet |
| Long Jump | 12 feet 6 inches | 11 feet 6 inches | 10 feet 6 inches |
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Physical Endurance Test (Females) |
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| Age | Up to 30 years | Between 30 to 40 years | Above 40 years |
| Race (800 mts) | 5 minutes | 6 minutes | 7 minutes |
| High Jump | 3 feet | 2 feet 6 inches | 2 feet 3 inches |
| Long Jump | 9 feet | 8 feet | 7 feet |
You can then go for the Computer typing test and medical test. However, it is possible only when you qualify the physical round.
Reading and Dictation Test
- The test is to evaluate an aspirant’s potential to receive and transmit vital messages. You will be required to read a passage in both Hindi and English language from the given text. The aspirant will also have to take a dictation test in both English and Hindi languages.
- The applicants scoring above 50% mistakes in dictation test will be disqualified.
Computer Operation Test
You need to qualify the computer operating test. The test will involve below listed things.
- English Word Processing: 1000 key depression in 15 minutes
- Basic Computer Functions: Start/Close PC, MS words, MS office, awareness of Paragraph setting & Numbering, how to save word file, etc.
Medical Test
A certified Doctor selected by the Delhi Police will examine you for the medical test. He/ She will then give a decision.
Constable Syllabus 2020
You must have got an idea about the subject topics from the exam pattern table. Please note that General Intelligence (Reasoning) and English are the most crucial topics of the syllabus. They together comprise 50% marks for your written test. Check out the detailed syllabus given below.
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HC Syllabus – General Intelligence & Reasoning |
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| Semantic Analogy | Venn Diagrams |
| Symbolic Analogy | Emotional Intelligence |
| Social Intelligence | Word Building |
| Coding and Decoding | Problem Solving |
| Critical Thinking | Spatial Visualization |
| Arithmetic Reasoning | Verbal & Non-verbal series |
| Figure Series | Embedded Figures |
| Arithmetical number series | – |
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Syllabus – HC Quantitative Aptitude |
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| Number Systems | Algebra |
| Geometry | Mensuration |
| Time and Distance | Ratio and Proportion |
| Averages | Computation of Whole Numbers |
| Profit, Loss and Discount | Partnership |
| Decimals and Fractions | Percentages |
| Interest | Ratio and Time |
| Time and Distance | Time and Work |
| Trigonometry | Statistical Charts |
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HC Syllabus – English Language |
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| Comprehension Passage | Cloze Test |
| Synonyms and Antonyms | Fill in the Blanks |
| Spot the Error | Spelling Correction |
| Idioms and Phrases | One Word Substitution |
| Active Passive voice | Para Jumbles |
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HC Syllabus – Fundamentals of Computer |
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| Computer Basics | Shortcuts & Basic knowledge of MS Word |
| Word Processing | MS Excel |
| Communication | Generations of Computer |
| Computer Abbreviations | Internet and Browsers |
| Syllabus – HC General Awareness | |
| Environment Around Us | Current Events |
| Questions relating to India and its Neighbouring countries | Geography |
| Economic Science | History |
| Culture | Indian Economy |
| General Policy | Indian Constitution |
| Scientific Research | – |
Take up Mock Test Series
- Appear for mock tests to prepare better for the Delhi Police Head Constable exams. Analyze your performance after each exam and improve yourself.
- Know your strong and weak areas with regular mock tests.
- Practice the latest test series for your 2020 exams.
Application Fees
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HC Application Fees 2020 |
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| Category | Application Fees | |
| Male | General + OBC + EWS | Rs. 100 |
| SC + ST + Ex-servicemen | No fee | |
| Female | General + OBC + EWS | No fee |
| SC + ST + Ex-servicemen | ||
You can pay using online methods of Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, and UPI. SBI Challan is also acceptable.
Steps to Apply online for the Constable Exams
Step 1: Land on the official portal of Delhi Police – https://www.delhipolice.nic.in/
Step 2: Y0u will see the homepage. Find and tap on the “Recruitment” link.
Step 3: Look for the link that says – Head Constable Application 2020. Open it.
Step 4: Download the pdf file and read the instructions carefully. Save it for reference.
Step 5: Check if you are eligible. Then start filling the online form of application.
Step 6: Enter the basic details like Name, Father’s/Husband’s Full Name, Mother’s Name, DOB, and Category. Add personal details; Educational Qualification, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
Step 7: Upload your recent photographs of passport size, signature, and other required documents.
Step 8: Make the online payment for the application fees.
Step 9: Submit the online application after finishing your registration process.
Step 10: Make sure to get a print out of the application form.
Step 11: You will see a display of Thank You on the screen at the end.
HC Admit Card 2020
Please note that it is compulsory to carry your admit card for the constable examination. The admit card is soon to be released. It is usually out one to two weeks before the exam date. The exams date is likely to be announced soon. The process is delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Details Needed to Access your Admit Card
- Registration Number
- Password/DOB
Steps to Download your Admit Card
We have listed the process to download your admit card. Read the following steps to download your admit card for the 2020 exams.
- Open the official portal of Delhi Police – https://www.delhipolice.nic.in/
- Look for the “Recruitment” Section.
- Find the HC Admit Card link. Open it.
- Enter your login data; Registration Number and Password. Also enter the captcha to verify yourself as a human.
- You can now see the HC admit card on the screen. Download it and get a print out for exam use.
List of Details given on the HC Admit Card
Make sure to check these details on your admit card. Contact the officials if you see any details missing.
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Father’s Name/ Husband’s Name
- Mother’s Name
- Enrollment/Registration Number
- Roll Number
- Category
- Date of Exam
- Exam Timings
- Examination Centre
- Exam Guidelines
List of Documents Required
It is compulsory to carry these documents for your exams. The examiner will check your documents carefully. In case you lack any documents, the examiner won’t allow you to enter the exam hall.
- ID Proof (DL/ Voter ID/ Aadhaar Card/ Pan Card, etc.)
- Exam Admit Card
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
Exam Results
The result date will be out after the exams are over. You can find your name in the merit list to verify if you have qualified or not. The Delhi Police will select 20 times the number of jobs for the physical test. So, the competition is going to be really tough. Find the result link on the official portal of Delhi Police to view your results.
Examination FAQs :-
- How many job openings are declared by the Delhi Police for the Head Constable post in 2020?
A: The Delhi Police has released 649 job vacancies for the Head Constable posts in 2020.
- What is the minimum educational qualification needed to sit for the exam of Delhi Police in 2020?
A: The aspirant should be at least 10+2 pass from the government affiliated board to sit for the Head Constable exams in 2020.
- How to prepare the best for the Delhi Police Exams in 2020?
A: The aspirant should prepare under the expert guidance of an educator. Practice last year question paper and sample papers to understand the exam pattern. Also, take up the regular mock tests to evaluate your preparation This will help you stay updated with the recent trends and changes in the exam pattern.
- Can a staff working for the post of Head Constable get promoted to officer ranks?
A: A head Constable can easily get promoted to the rank of ASI and SI with time. However, it solely depends on the skill and performance of a person. You can even become an Inspector and go up the ranks if you perform well.
- Is a Head Constable allowed to carry a weapon along with him?
A: Yes, a Head Constable working under the Delhi Police can get his hands on Insas rifle of 5.56 mm.
- What are the physical tests undertaken as part of the exams in Delhi police jobs 2020?
A: An aspirant has to undergo running race, perform high and long jump as part of the physical tests in the exams. However, there is different standards for males and females.