SSC Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO) Final Answer Key 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Delhi Police Head Constable (Assistant Wireless Operator/Teleprinter Operator) examination to recruit technical personnel for the Delhi Police communications wing. This specialised role requires ITI qualification and involves operating wireless communication equipment and teleprinter systems. Selected candidates serve under the Delhi Police establishment and are responsible for maintaining secure communication channels across police operations. The examination is conducted in multiple stages including computer-based tests and skill tests. The final answer key represents the official key after considering objections raised by candidates, and marks are awarded based on this key for result preparation. This is an All India recruitment allowing candidates from across the country to apply for posts in Delhi Police.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Typical / Indicative figures for Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO) recruitment:

Note: Exact vacancy numbers will be specified in the official notification. The above are typical ranges based on previous recruitments.

Educational Qualification

• Essential: ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate in relevant trades such as:
• Wireman
• Electronics Mechanic
• Electrician
• Radio & TV Mechanic
• Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)
• Information Technology and Electronics System Maintenance (ITSM)
• Certificate from recognized ITI institution approved by NCVT/SCVT
• Knowledge of computers and basic typing skills required

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Indian Citizen, or
• Subject of Nepal, or
• Subject of Bhutan, or
• Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962, or
• Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia or Vietnam with intention of permanent settlement

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official SSC website at ssc.nic.in or the regional SSC website
2. Click on the "Login" button and register as a new user if applying for the first time (One-time registration valid for all SSC exams)
3. Fill in basic details including name, father's name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID
4. Note down the Registration ID and Password generated after successful registration
5. Login using Registration ID and Password
6. Select the "Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO)" examination from the available options
7. Fill the detailed application form with personal, educational, and other required information
8. Upload scanned photograph (20-50 KB, JPG format) and signature (10-20 KB, JPG format) as per specifications
9. Select examination centre preference from available cities
10. Verify all details filled in the application form carefully
11. Proceed to fee payment section and pay the application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI) or challan at SBI branches
12. After successful payment, submit the application form
13. Take a printout of the application form and fee receipt for future reference

Application Fee

Payment modes: Online (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI) or Offline (SBI Branch Challan)

Selection Stages

1. Computer Based Examination (CBE): Written exam covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Numerical Aptitude, and Technical domain knowledge related to wireless operations and electronics. This is an objective-type multiple-choice test conducted online.

1. Skill Test: Practical assessment of technical skills including operating wireless equipment, teleprinter operation, typing speed test (English/Hindi), and basic computer proficiency. Candidates must demonstrate hands-on expertise in communication equipment handling.

1. Physical Standards Test (PST): Verification of physical measurements as per Delhi Police norms. While this post is primarily technical, candidates must meet minimum height, chest (for male), and weight standards prescribed for Delhi Police recruitment.

1. Document Verification: Original certificates and documents (educational qualification, ITI certificate, category certificate, age proof, identity proof) are verified. Discrepancies at this stage lead to disqualification.

1. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical fitness test conducted by authorized medical board to ensure candidates meet the health standards required for Delhi Police service, including vision, hearing, and general fitness parameters.

1. Final Merit List: Based on marks obtained in CBE (skill test is qualifying), subject to meeting PST standards, document verification, and medical fitness. Selected candidates are offered appointment as Head Constable (AWO/TPO) in Delhi Police.

Computer Based Examination Pattern

Single Stage Exam:

Note: Paper bilingual (Hindi & English except English Language section if any)

Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer. No marks deducted for unattempted questions.

Skill Test Pattern

Skill Test is qualifying in nature. Marks of CBE are used for final merit preparation.

Detailed Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies and similarities
• Differences and classification
• Space visualization and spatial orientation
• Problem solving and analysis
• Decision making and judgment
• Visual memory and observation
• Relationship concepts
• Arithmetical reasoning and figure classification
• Arithmetic number series
• Non-verbal series
• Coding and decoding
• Statement conclusion and syllogism
• Blood relations
• Direction sense test
• Venn diagrams

General Knowledge & Awareness

• Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
• Indian National Movement and Freedom Struggle
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy and Planning
• Geography of India and World
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Current Affairs (National and International)
• Sports and Games
• Important Days and Events
• Books and Authors
• Awards and Honours
• Indian Culture and Heritage
• Scientific Research and Development
• Delhi-specific topics (history, geography, administration)

Numerical Aptitude

• Number systems and simplification
• Decimals and fractions
• LCM and HCF
• Ratio and proportion
• Percentage
• Profit and loss
• Discount and simple/compound interest
• Average and mixtures
• Time and work
• Time, speed and distance
• Mensuration (area, volume, perimeter)
• Data interpretation (tables, bar graphs, pie charts, line graphs)
• Basic algebra
• Basic geometry and trigonometry

Technical Domain (Electronics/Wireless/ITI)

• Basic Electronics: Semiconductors, diodes, transistors, amplifiers
• Digital Electronics: Logic gates, Boolean algebra, number systems
• Communication Systems: Amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, radio wave propagation
• Wireless Communication: Radio transmitters and receivers, antennas, RF circuits
• Electrical Fundamentals: Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws, AC/DC circuits
• Electronic Components: Resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers
• Measuring Instruments: Multimeter, oscilloscope, signal generator
• Teleprinter Systems: Operation and maintenance
• Computer Basics: Hardware, software, operating systems, networking basics
• Safety Procedures: Electrical safety, equipment handling
• ITI Trade-specific Knowledge: Based on candidate's ITI specialization
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Basic fault finding and repair techniques

Salary Structure for Delhi Police Head Constable (AWO/TPO)

Typical / Indicative salary components:

Additional Benefits:

• Special Duty Allowance: ₹2,000-3,000 per month for technical duties
• Ration Allowance: As per Delhi Police norms
• Kit Maintenance Allowance: Annual allowance for uniform maintenance
• Medical Facilities: Free medical treatment for self and dependents at Delhi Police hospitals
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC): Once in two years
• Gratuity: Payable on retirement
• Pension: As per 7th CPC norms with NPS contribution
• Residential Accommodation: Government quarters (subject to availability) or HRA

DA rates are revised twice a year (January and July). Current calculation assumes 50% DA as indicative figure.

Head Constables (AWO/TPO) in Delhi Police have structured career progression opportunities through departmental promotions. After gaining experience and passing departmental examinations, they can be promoted to Assistant Sub-Inspector (Technical), Sub-Inspector (Technical), and further to Inspector ranks. Technical expertise in wireless and communication systems provides additional specialization advantages, with opportunities to work in important units like Police Control Room, Special Operations Group, and VIP security communications. Typically, promotion to ASI occurs after 8-10 years of service, subject to performance evaluations and availability of vacancies.

The admit card for SSC Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO) examination is released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled exam date on the official SSC regional website. Candidates must download the admit card by logging into their SSC account using Registration ID and Password. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, roll number, photograph, exam centre address, reporting time, and important instructions. It is mandatory to carry the printed admit card along with a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License/Passport) to the examination centre. No candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall without a valid admit card.

The provisional answer key is typically released within 10-15 days of the examination on the SSC official website. Candidates can raise objections against the provisional answer key by paying ₹100 per question challenged through the online portal within the stipulated time (usually 5-7 days). After examining all objections, SSC releases the final answer key which is used for preparing the results. The result is declared in the form of a merit list containing roll numbers and marks obtained by qualified candidates. Results are published on the SSC website and candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging in with their credentials. Typically, results are declared within 4-6 weeks of the final answer key publication.

The cutoff marks for Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO) examination vary based on the difficulty level of the paper, number of vacancies, and category of candidates. Typically, General category candidates need to score around 65-75 marks out of 100 to qualify, while OBC candidates require approximately 60-70 marks, and SC/ST candidates need 50-60 marks. Technical posts like AWO/TPO generally have slightly lower cutoffs compared to ministerial posts due to specialized qualification requirements. The final cutoff is determined after normalization (if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts) and is announced along with the result. Previous year cutoffs serve as indicative benchmarks, but actual cutoffs depend on current year's competition and vacancy numbers.

Examination Centres

SSC conducts the Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO) examination across major cities in India. Candidates can choose their preferred exam centre location during application.

North: Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Dehradun, Jaipur, Ajmer, Jodhpur, Jammu, Shimla

South: Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Mysuru, Madurai, Coimbatore

East: Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Raipur, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur

West: Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Indore, Bhopal, Nashik, Aurangabad

Northeast: Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Imphal, Aizawl, Shillong, Agartala, Itanagar

Central: Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Allahabad, Gorakhpur

Final exam centre allotment is at the discretion of SSC based on availability and administrative convenience.