SSC CGL & CHSL 2026 Typing Requirements
• LDC/JSA: 35 WPM English (10500 KDPH) or 30 WPM Hindi (9000 KDPH)
• DEO/DEO Grade A: 8000 KDPH to 15000 KDPH based on department
• Interface: No word highlighting, no error highlighting, no auto-scrolling. Backspace allowed.
Practice SSC Typing Format (TCS Pattern) Online
• Real Exam Simulation: English and Hindi typing tests strictly according to SSC guidelines.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) officially releases notifications for CGL and CHSL examinations to fill various positions, including ASO, JSA, LDC, DEO, and DEO Grade A. The typing skill test is a mandatory qualifying round in the selection process for these specific posts.
SSC CHSL & CGL Selection Process
The selection process for the positions of LDC/JSA, DEO/DEO Grade A primarily consists of two stages: Tier I and Tier II. Both stages must be qualified.
- Tier I: Objective type Computer Based Tests (CBT) consisting of four parts. Each part carries 50 marks. Negative marking of 0.50 marks applies.
- Tier II: Consists of three sections with two modules each. Section III of Tier II comprises the Computer Knowledge Test and the Skill Test/Typing Test.
- Mandatory Qualification: It is mandatory to qualify all three sections of Tier II.
SSC CGL & CHSL Typing Speed & Rules
- The SSC CGL & CHSL Skill Test / Typing Test is purely qualifying in nature.
- For Data Entry Operator (DEO)/DEO Grade A, the typing content will be in English and may be available in printed format or on-screen.
- For Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), typing can be done in either English or Hindi as chosen during application submission.
| Posts | Typing Speed Required | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|
| DEO/DEO Grade A in Para 8.1 | 15000 KDPH | 15 minutes |
| DEO/DEO Grade A | 8000 KDPH | 15 minutes |
| LDC/ JSA English Typing | 35 WPM (10500 KDPH) | 10 minutes |
| LDC/ JSA Hindi Typing | 30 WPM (9000 KDPH) | 10 minutes |
SSC Typing Interface Features:
The typing passage shall be displayed on the upper half of the screen, and the designated typing area shall be located directly below it.
There will be no word highlight, no error highlighting, and no auto-scrolling facility available.
The backspace key is fully enabled. You can correct mistakes by deleting previously typed text.
For the posts of DEO/DEO Grade A requiring 15000 KDPH, the passage will consist of about 3700-4000 key depressions. For 8000 KDPH, it will be about 2000-2200 key depressions.
SSC Typing Test Error Evaluation (Mathematical Formula)
The SSC skill test is assessed using the Full Mistake and Half Mistake error calculation rules. Official AI-driven and manual grading systems follow this exact mathematical evaluation framework:
Step 1: Calculate Total Mistakes
Each Half Mistake contributes to 0.5 of a Full Mistake.
Total_Mistakes = Full_Mistakes + (Half_Mistakes / 2)Step 2: Calculate Error Percentage (Mathematical Formula)
The final error percentage formula differs slightly between SSC CHSL and SSC CGL.
👉 For SSC CHSL Typing (Based on Master Passage Words):
CHSL_Error_Percentage = (Total_Mistakes / Total_Words_Given_in_Passage) * 100👉 For SSC CGL Typing (Based on Words Typed):
CGL_Error_Percentage = (Total_Mistakes / Total_Words_Typed_by_Candidate) * 100SSC Error Limit Cutoffs
Cutoff- SSC CHSL: The maximum error limit is typically 7% for the UR category, with a 10% relaxation for other categories.
- SSC CGL: Earlier maximum error limits were 5% for UR, but recent notices showed up to a 20% error limit for UR. Always verify the current year's exact cutoff.
Practical Examples of the Formula
Example- Example 1 (SSC CHSL):
• Master passage contains 350 words.
• Candidate commits 15 Full and 10 Half Mistakes = 20 Total Mistakes.
• CHSL Error: (20 / 350) * 100 = 5.71% Error. (Passes 7% Cutoff). - Example 2 (SSC CGL):
• Candidate types 400 words during the test.
• Candidate commits 25 Full and 10 Half Mistakes = 30 Total Mistakes.
• CGL Error: (30 / 400) * 100 = 7.50% Error. (Passes 20% Cutoff).
Typing Thumb Rule:
To improve performance for the SSC typing skill test, start your typing practice without considering error relaxation limits. Try to minimize errors as close to 0% as possible. It is vital to practice at or above the required speed (35 WPM / 30 WPM). Make sure to prioritize high accuracy over extreme speed to easily clear the cutoff.
Benefits of Using AR Typing Platform
- AR Typing offers an exact TCS Interface Simulation for SSC CHSL & CGL (no highlighting, no auto-scroll, backspace enabled).
- Each practice test generates a detailed Performance Dashboard evaluating your keystrokes strictly according to SSC Full and Half Mistake calculation rules.
- Familiarize yourself with the exact Krutidev/Mangal layouts for Hindi typing, or standard English typing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - SSC Typing Test
1. What is the typing speed required for SSC CHSL LDC/JSA?
Candidates must type at 35 words per minute (10500 KDPH) in English or 30 words per minute (9000 KDPH) in Hindi.
2. What is the required typing speed for SSC CGL DEO?
For Data Entry Operators, the requirement is either 8000 KDPH or 15000 KDPH depending on the specific department, tested over 15 minutes.
3. Is backspace allowed during the SSC CGL and CHSL typing test?
Yes, the backspace key is fully enabled. However, there is no word highlighting, no error highlighting, and no auto-scrolling.
4. How are mistakes calculated in the SSC typing skill test?
Evaluation is based on Full Mistake and Half Mistake rules on a word-by-word basis. Tolerable error limits range from 7% to 20% depending on the specific notice and category.
5. Will the typing passage be provided on paper or on the screen?
For LDC/JSA posts, the passage is displayed on the upper half of the screen. For DEO/DEO Grade A, the passage is often provided in printed format on paper, though it may also be on-screen.
