APSSB LDC English Typing Test

About This Exam

The APSSB LDC English Typing Test is the skill test conducted by the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) cum Computer Operator posts (and sometimes related posts like JSA). It is a computer-based English typing test where candidates must type a running passage in English within the allotted time.

The typing test is generally qualifying in nature — candidates must pass to be eligible for final selection, but marks may not be added to the final merit list.

Typing Test Pattern

Mode: Computer-based English typing on a standard input system provided by APSSB.

Test Type: Running matter (paragraph/passage) typing.

Duration: Typically 10 minutes for the LDC typing test.

Passage Length:

Commonly set to achieve 35 WPM in 10 minutes, corresponding to about 10,500 key depressions per hour (KDPH) on average (5 key depressions per word).

Keyboard Layout:

For English typing, candidates use the standard QWERTY layout.

You must type exactly what is given in the passage (including capital letters, punctuation, and spacing).

Backspace Rule:

During the test, you can correct mistakes while the timer is running.

After the test duration ends, no further changes are allowed.

Speed Requirement

For APSSB LDC cum Computer Operator posts, the commonly cited English typing speed requirement is:

Minimum qualifying speed: 35 WPM on computer (or 30 WPM on manual typewriter, if applicable) in English.

This corresponds to about 10,500 key depressions per hour (KDPH) on average (5 key depressions per word).

Candidates should aim for at least 38–40 WPM to have a safe margin above the minimum requirement.

Result & Scoring

The scoring and qualifying criteria for APSSB LDC English Typing Test generally follow standard government typing test norms:

Qualifying Nature:

The typing test is qualifying only (pass/fail).

Marks obtained in the typing test may not be counted in the final merit list, but failing to qualify can disqualify the candidate.

Evaluation Method:

Speed is calculated as:

WPM
=
Total strokes
/
5
Time in minutes
WPM=
Time in minutes
Total strokes/5
​

(Assuming about 5 key depressions per word on average.).

Mistakes such as:

Omission of words/letters

Addition of extra words/letters

Wrong typing of letters (capital vs small)

Spelling errors

Extra spaces or missing spaces
are generally treated as mistakes; candidates must keep mistakes within the allowed limit (often around 10% for many clerk posts, but confirm from the APSSB notification).

Preparation Tips

Practice English typing daily for 30–60 minutes.
Focus on accuracy before increasing speed.
Take APSSB LDC mock typing tests regularly.
Practice paragraph-based English passages.
Improve finger placement on the keyboard.
Avoid looking at the keyboard while typing.
Analyze mistakes after every typing test.
Increase speed gradually.
Practice with a timer to create exam pressure.
Maintain consistent typing practice before the exam.

Selection Process Note

The APSSB LDC selection process generally includes:

Written Examination
Computer Typing Skill Test
Document Verification
Final Selection

The typing test is conducted as a qualifying skill test for applicable posts. Candidates should check the latest APSSB notification for updated selection details.

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