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SSC CHSL Typing Test
The Staff Selection Commission's Combined Higher Secondary Level exam recruits LDC, JSA, PA, SA and DEO posts in central government departments.
Eligibility
- •12th pass (10+2) from a recognised board
- •Age 18–27 years (relaxation for reserved categories)
- •Indian citizen
Typing Requirements
- •35 WPM English or 30 WPM Hindi
- •10 minute typing test
- •Approximately 1750 keystrokes
- •Backspace disabled in Tier II
Exam Pattern
- •Tier I — Computer-based objective test
- •Tier II — Descriptive paper + typing test
- •Document verification
Preparation Tips
- •Practice 10-minute blocks daily — Tier II is endurance-heavy.
- •Train without backspace to mirror the official skill module.
- •Aim for 95%+ accuracy; speed without accuracy disqualifies you.
- •Use only your home row fingering — no peeking at the keyboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What WPM is needed for SSC CHSL?
35 WPM English or 30 WPM Hindi, equating to ~10,500/9,000 key depressions per hour.
Is backspace allowed?
No, backspace is disabled in the Tier II typing test.
Which keyboard is used?
Standard QWERTY for English; Krutidev / Remington Gail for Hindi (Inscript on request).