OSSSC Junior Clerk English Typing Test
The OSSSC Junior Clerk English Typing Test is a qualifying stage in the recruitment process. Candidates must type around 500 words in 10 minutes in English with minimum accuracy to qualify for final selection
About This Exam
The OSSSC Junior Clerk recruitment includes a Computer Skill Test (CST) which contains an English typing test as one of its parts. This test ensures that candidates can handle official documentation, data entry, and routine office work efficiently in an English environment.
Typing Test Pattern
Duration: 10 minutes
Manuscript: A passage of around 500 words in English
Language: English
Keyboard Layout: QWERTY
Font: Standard (Times New Roman / Arial)
Backspace: Allowed (Unrestricted editing mode)
Candidates are given a printed English passage to type on the computer system.
In some OSSSC notifications, the typing test is part of a 50-mark Computer Skill Test.
Speed Requirement
Minimum required speed: 30–40 WPM in English
For a 500-word passage in 10 minutes:
30 WPM → 300 words in 10 minutes
40 WPM → 400 words in 10 minutes
Although the passage is 500 words, candidates are not required to type all words; they must type enough correctly to meet the qualifying threshold.
Result & Scoring
The typing test is qualifying in nature. In many OSSSC notifications:
The Computer Skill Test is 50 marks
Qualifying marks for typing (as part of CST) are typically around 20 marks (i.e., 50% of typing marks)
Marks are calculated as:
Marks Formula (common pattern):
Marks
=
Typed Words
−
0.33
×
Major Mistakes
−
0.15
×
Minor Mistakes
Marks=Typed Words−0.33×Major Mistakes−0.15×Minor Mistakes
Types of Mistakes:
Major Mistakes:
Word omission or insertion
Spelling mistakes
Wrong punctuation at word boundaries
Minor Mistakes:
Punctuation errors
Wrong use of capital/small letters
Preparation Tips
Practice timed 10-minute English typing tests daily
Focus on accuracy first, then gradually increase speed
Use QWERTY keyboard layout during practice
Learn to correct mistakes quickly without losing time
Practice typing from hard copy manuscripts like the real exam
Use typing practice tools that follow official OSSSC mistake rules
Selection Process Note
Typical selection stages for OSSSC Junior Clerk:
Preliminary Written Exam (MCQ)
Main Written Exam (Part-I and Part-II)
Computer Skill Test (Typing + Basic Computer Skills) – 50 marks
Document Verification
Candidates must qualify in the Computer Skill Test, including the English typing test, to be included in the final merit list.
FAQs
What is the minimum English typing speed for OSSSC Junior Clerk?
Most candidates search for this: the minimum required speed is typically 30–40 WPM in English, i.e., around 300–400 words in 10 minutes.
Is the OSSSC Junior Clerk typing test qualifying or marks-based?
The typing test is qualifying in nature, but marks are calculated and a minimum threshold (often around 20 out of 50) is required to pass the Computer Skill Test.
Which keyboard layout is used in OSSSC Junior Clerk English typing test?
The English typing test is conducted using the QWERTY keyboard layout.
How many mistakes are allowed in OSSSC Junior Clerk English typing test?
There is no fixed “allowed” number; instead, mistakes reduce your score, and you must still meet the minimum qualifying marks for the Computer Skill Test.
What is the difference between major and minor mistakes in OSSSC typing test?
Major mistakes include spelling errors, word omission/insertion; minor mistakes include punctuation issues and wrong capitalization.