SSC CHSL and CGL English and Hindi Typing Test Rules
A practical SSC CHSL and SSC CGL typing test guide with official-source rules, mistake calculation, practice plan and direct TestMentor practice links.
SSC CHSL and CGL English and Hindi Typing Test Rules is a practical guide for candidates who want exam-style typing preparation instead of only a generic speed test. This guide uses publicly available official information from Staff Selection Commission. Candidates should still verify the latest notification/admit-card instructions before the final test.
Overview
SSC CHSL and SSC CGL typing preparation usually needs three things: the correct language, the correct test duration and a clear understanding of how mistakes are counted. TestMentor helps candidates practise with timed attempts, result history and mistake review so preparation is closer to the real skill-test environment.
Official source
Authority: Staff Selection Commission
Document: SSC CHSL notice and SSC CGL syllabus/evaluation references
Official source 1 | Official source 2
Verified typing rules
| Exam | SSC CHSL and SSC CGL |
|---|---|
| Typing language | CHSL typing medium is chosen as Hindi or English in the application. CGL DEST is English data-entry style practice. |
| Speed target | CHSL LDC/JSA: English 35 WPM or Hindi 30 WPM. CGL DEST: passage around 2000 key depressions. |
| Duration | CHSL typing: 10 minutes. CGL DEST: 15 minutes. Eligible scribe candidates may get compensatory time as per notice. |
| Nature of test | Qualifying in nature; exact qualifying standards may differ by post/category as notified. |
Formula and mistakes
Calculation: SSC maps 35 WPM to about 10500 KDPH and 30 WPM to about 9000 KDPH using 5 key depressions per word. SSC notices state skill/typing test errors are calculated up to 2 decimal places where applicable.
Mistake focus: For SSC-style evaluation, practise against omission, substitution, extra punctuation, wrong case, spacing/gap errors and paragraph errors; SSC Delhi Police notices show these mistake categories and one-word-per-mistake speed deduction examples.
Practice plan
- Take one demo test to measure current speed and accuracy.
- Practise the exact language required by the exam notice.
- Use short drills for accuracy and full timed tests for stamina.
- Review mistakes immediately after every attempt.
- Move to exam-style mocks once accuracy is stable.
Start practice
Use the exam page first if you want rules, FAQs and related practice links. Use the course page when you are ready to start the trial or full mock-test series.
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FAQs
Can I practise SSC CHSL and SSC CGL typing test online?
Yes. TestMentor provides online typing practice and course links for SSC CHSL and SSC CGL candidates, with timed attempts, speed reports and mistake analysis.
Which language should I practise for SSC CHSL and SSC CGL?
CHSL typing medium is chosen as Hindi or English in the application. CGL DEST is English data-entry style practice.
How are mistakes calculated for SSC CHSL and SSC CGL?
SSC maps 35 WPM to about 10500 KDPH and 30 WPM to about 9000 KDPH using 5 key depressions per word. SSC notices state skill/typing test errors are calculated up to 2 decimal places where applicable.
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