RRB NTPC Junior Clerk Hindi Typing Test

About This Exam

The RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) recruitment includes the Junior Clerk cum Typist post, which requires candidates to clear a Typing Skill Test after successfully passing the CBT (Computer Based Test) stages. Candidates have the option to appear for this test in English or Hindi, and this guide focuses specifically on the Hindi typing test.

The Hindi typing test checks whether a candidate can type Hindi text accurately and at an acceptable speed using a computer keyboard, which reflects the real clerical work expected in Indian Railways offices. Like the English version, this test is generally qualifying in nature — candidates must meet the minimum speed and accuracy standard, but it typically does not add extra marks to the final merit list, which is primarily based on CBT scores. However, failing to clear it can disqualify a candidate from further selection.

Typing Test Pattern

Here's what the RRB NTPC Junior Clerk Hindi Typing Test generally looks like:


Mode: Computer-based typing on a keyboard provided at the exam center
Language Choice: Hindi (opted at the time of application or before the test)
Keyboard Layout: Usually Inscript or Remington (Kruti Dev/Mangal) layout, depending on RRB's official notification — candidates should confirm the exact layout allowed before the exam
Passage: A random Hindi passage appears on screen, which the candidate must type as accurately as possible
Duration: 10 minutes for Hindi typing
Venue: Conducted at an RRB-designated exam center under supervision, similar to the CBT exam halls

Speed Requirement

The speed benchmark to clear the Hindi typing test:


Hindi Typing Speed: 25 words per minute (WPM)
English Typing Speed (for comparison): 30 words per minute (WPM)
Time Given: 10 minutes


This translates to typing roughly 250 correct words in the 10-minute window for Hindi. Since Hindi typing often uses conjunct characters (matras and joint letters), accuracy plays a bigger role here — even a small formatting or matra error can be counted as a mistake, so precision matters as much as raw speed.

Result & Scoring

The typing test is typically qualifying only — candidates must meet or exceed the minimum WPM with acceptable accuracy to pass.
Correction rules (such as backspace usage) may vary by recruitment cycle, so candidates should always check the latest official RRB notification for exact instructions.
Final selection depends on CBT marks + clearing the typing test + Document Verification (DV) — the typing test itself usually doesn't add extra weightage to the merit list, but clearing it is mandatory.
Typing test results are generally declared separately, followed by a call for Document Verification for qualified candidates.

Preparation Tips

Practice Hindi typing every day with timed passages.
Choose one keyboard layout and use it consistently.
Prioritize accuracy before attempting higher speed.
Learn proper finger positioning for Hindi typing.
Take mock typing tests regularly.
Practice commonly used Hindi words and office vocabulary.
Reduce dependence on the keyboard by improving touch typing.
Review typing mistakes after every practice session.
Build speed gradually while maintaining consistency.
Simulate the real exam by practicing under time limits.

Selection Process Note

The RRB NTPC Junior Clerk recruitment process generally consists of Computer Based Tests (CBTs), followed by the Typing Skill Test wherever applicable, document verification, and medical examination. Candidates should always refer to the latest official RRB notification for the exact selection process and typing requirements.

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