Sarkari Typing Speed Test
Free online typing test for SSC CHSL, CGL and other government exams. Check your WPM and accuracy in 60 seconds.
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Benchmarks: SSC CHSL DEO needs 8,000 key depressions/hour (~27 WPM); LDC 10,500 KDPH English (~35 WPM). Gross WPM = characters typed ÷ 5 ÷ minutes; net WPM subtracts errors.
Typing Requirements in Sarkari Exams
Several government posts include a qualifying typing or data-entry skill test. SSC CHSL's DEO test demands 8,000 key depressions per hour (roughly 27 WPM), while LDC/JSA requires 35 WPM English or 30 WPM Hindi. These are qualifying, not merit-ranked — but failing them cancels an otherwise winning score.
How WPM, Accuracy and KDPH Are Measured
- Gross WPM = characters typed ÷ 5 ÷ minutes.
- Net WPM = gross WPM minus errors per minute — the number that matters.
- KDPH (key depressions per hour) ≈ characters × 60 ÷ test minutes; SSC states its limits in KDPH.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What typing speed is required for SSC exams?
SSC CHSL DEO requires 8,000 key depressions per hour (about 27 WPM) and LDC/JSA requires an English typing speed of 35 WPM or Hindi 30 WPM. This test reports both WPM and KDPH.
What is the difference between gross and net WPM?
Gross WPM counts everything you typed (characters divided by 5 per word). Net WPM subtracts your errors, and is the figure skill tests actually care about.
How can I improve my typing speed?
Practise 15-20 minutes daily, keep fingers on the home row, prioritise accuracy over speed, and avoid looking at the keyboard. Most aspirants add 10+ WPM within a month of consistent practice.
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