HPSSC Steno Typist English Typing Test
The HPSSC Steno Typist English Typing Test is a qualifying stage in the recruitment process. Candidates must type at least 25 WPM in English (10 minutes) with not more than 10% mistakes to qualify for final selection.
About This Exam
The HPSSC Steno Typist recruitment includes a Skill Test which consists of:
Shorthand Test (English or Hindi)
Typing Test (English and Hindi)
This test ensures that candidates can handle dictation, stenography work, official documentation, and routine office duties efficiently in both English and Hindi.
Typing Test Pattern
Duration: 10 minutes each for English and Hindi typing tests
Language: English and Hindi
Nature: Qualifying (marks are not counted for final merit)
Required Speed for Typing:
English: 25 WPM
Hindi: 25 WPM
Required Speed for Shorthand (for Junior Scale Stenographer posts):
English Shorthand: 80 WPM
Hindi Shorthand: 70 WPM
Passage: A printed passage is given to the candidate (English and Hindi)
Candidates must complete the passage within 10 minutes with at least the required speed
Maximum allowed mistakes: 10% of total typed words
If mistakes exceed 10%, the candidate is declared unqualified
Font for Hindi: Kruti Dev-10 (as per official admit card instructions)
Speed Requirement
Minimum required typing speed: 25 WPM in both English and Hindi
For shorthand (Junior Scale Stenographer post code 764):
80 WPM in English shorthand
70 WPM in Hindi shorthand
This means:
250 words in 10 minutes (25 WPM) for typing
Candidates must meet both:
Minimum speed (25 WPM in typing)
Maximum mistake limit (10% of total typed words)
Result & Scoring
The typing test is merely qualifying:
Marks obtained in the typing test are not counted for determining final merit
Candidates must:
Achieve 25 WPM net speed in English and Hindi
Limit mistakes to not more than 10%
If mistakes exceed 10%, the candidate is declared unqualified and ineligible for further stages (e.g., interview)
This makes the typing test a critical filter even though it does not add to the final score.
Preparation Tips
Practice timed 10-minute English and Hindi typing tests daily
Focus on achieving at least 25 WPM consistently in both languages
Maintain accuracy; avoid more than 10% mistakes
Use QWERTY layout for English and Kruti Dev-10 for Hindi during practice
Learn to correct mistakes quickly without losing time
Practice typing from hard copy manuscripts like the real exam
Disable auto-correct and spell check in your practice environment to simulate real conditions
Selection Process Note
Typical selection stages for HPSSC Steno Typist:
Screening Test (MCQs)
Skill Test (Shorthand + Typing in English & Hindi) – Qualifying in nature
Document Verification
Candidates must qualify in the skill test (typing + shorthand) to proceed to further stages. Though it does not add to the final score, failing the skill test can disqualify you from final selection.
FAQs
What is the minimum English typing speed for HPSSC Steno Typist?
Most candidates search for this: the minimum required typing speed is 25 WPM in English, i.e., 250 words in 10 minutes.
Is the HPSSC Steno Typist typing test qualifying or marks-based?
The typing test is merely qualifying; marks obtained are not counted for final merit.
How many mistakes are allowed in HPSSC Steno Typist English typing test?
Candidates can commit mistakes up to 10% of total typed words. If mistakes exceed 10%, the candidate is declared unqualified.
What happens if I type 25 WPM but make more than 10% mistakes in HPSSC typing test?
Even if you type at 25 WPM, exceeding 10% mistakes means you are declared unqualified and ineligible for further stages.
Can I use backspace in HPSSC Steno Typist typing exam?
Yes, backspace is allowed. Candidates can edit and correct mistakes freely, but the final mistake count still applies.
Yes, backspace is allowed. Candidates can edit and correct mistakes freely, but the final mistake count still applies.