Sarkari Typing Speed Test
Practice against real govt-exam standards: SSC CHSL needs 35 WPM in English (30 in Hindi); DEST needs 8,000 key depressions per hour.
Typing standards in government exams
| Exam | Requirement |
|---|---|
| SSC CHSL (LDC/JSA) | 35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi |
| SSC CGL (DEST) | 8,000 key depressions per hour (~27 WPM) |
| High Court / District Court typist | Commonly 30–40 WPM English |
| RRB NTPC typing posts | 30 WPM English / 25 WPM Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
What typing speed is needed for SSC CHSL?
35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi, typically evaluated over a 10-minute passage.
How is WPM calculated?
Standard WPM counts every 5 characters typed (including spaces) as one word, divided by minutes elapsed.
What is a good accuracy?
Aim for 95%+ — most govt typing tests reject candidates above a 5–7% error threshold regardless of speed.
Can I practice in Hindi?
This test uses English passages. For Hindi, practice with Krutidev or Mangal layout tools matching your exam requirement.