SSC CHSL Typing Speed Requirements (English & Hindi)
Official typing speed requirements for SSC CHSL in English and Hindi, with passage length and accuracy details.
Official typing speed requirements for SSC CHSL in English and Hindi, with passage length and accuracy details. This guide is written for Indian students, government exam aspirants, and typing learners who want clear, practical, and exam-relevant information they can apply immediately.
Table of Contents
- Official speed requirements
- Key depressions vs WPM
- Acceptable error margin
- Hindi vs English: which to choose
- Practical Tips
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Conclusion
Official speed requirements
English: 35 WPM equivalent to ~10,500 key depressions per hour. Hindi: 30 WPM equivalent to ~9,000 key depressions per hour. The test runs for 10 minutes on a printed passage.
Key depressions vs WPM
SSC measures by key depressions per hour, not WPM directly. The conversion is 1 word ≈ 5 keystrokes. Practice in both metrics so you can track either.
Acceptable error margin
Up to roughly 7% mistakes are tolerated for qualification, but stronger candidates aim for under 3%. Mistakes include missing words, extra words, wrong characters, and wrong capitalisation.
Hindi vs English: which to choose
Choose the language you can sustain at 110% of the required speed. Hindi candidates often switch to English after struggling with Mangal or Krutidev font. Decide early and stick with one.
Practical Tips
- Type at 110% of the required speed during practice to give yourself a safety margin on exam day.
- If choosing Hindi, learn the Krutidev or Mangal keyboard layout from day one.
- Practice passages from past exams whenever available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What if I cannot reach 35 WPM in English?
Switch to Hindi (30 WPM requirement) only if you are comfortable with Mangal/Krutidev. Otherwise focus on accuracy — speed will follow.
Q: Is there a separate test for DEO and LDC?
DEO requires 8,000 key depressions per hour (slower). LDC follows the standard 35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi.
Conclusion
Consistent application of the techniques above will produce visible results within weeks. Bookmark this guide, share it with a friend preparing alongside you, and return to it whenever you need a refresher. For more guides, browse the TypingMaster India blog or try a free typing test to measure where you stand today.