High Court Typing Test Guide - Pattern, Speed and Legal Words
Preparing for a high court or civil court typing test? Learn the usual pattern, speed targets, legal vocabulary and how to handle court-style passages.
The Railway Recruitment Boards conduct the NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) exam for a wide range of posts. For most posts, the journey ends with the computer-based tests and document verification. But for the typist posts, there is one more stage: the Typing Skill Test (TST). It is qualifying, but it decides whether you get the post you worked so hard for.
This guide covers the RRB NTPC typing test for both graduate and undergraduate level posts, as per recent notifications. Always confirm details with the latest official RRB notification and the instructions on your call letter.
Which RRB NTPC Posts Require a Typing Test?
RRB NTPC has two levels, and typist posts exist in both:
| Level | Posts that require a typing skill test |
|---|---|
| Graduate level | Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist |
| Undergraduate (12th pass) level | Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Clerk cum Typist |
Other NTPC posts such as Station Master or Goods Train Manager have different requirements and do not need a typing test. Your post preferences, filled at the application stage, decide whether you will be called for the skill test.
RRB NTPC Typing Test at a Glance
| Parameter | Details (as per recent notifications) |
|---|---|
| Required speed (English) | 30 words per minute |
| Required speed (Hindi) | 25 words per minute |
| Duration | 10 minutes |
| Mode | On a personal computer |
| Editing tools / spell-check | Not available |
| Nature | Qualifying |
The same speed standard applies to graduate and undergraduate typist posts. Candidates are shortlisted for the skill test based on their performance in the second-stage CBT, usually in a multiple of the number of vacancies, as defined in the notification.
Speed Requirement in Detail
- English: 30 WPM
- Hindi: 25 WPM
The typing test language is generally chosen at the application stage or as specified in the notification. Hindi requirements are lower because Hindi typing involves more keystrokes per word due to matras and conjuncts.
In keystroke terms, 30 WPM equals 150 keystrokes per minute and 25 WPM equals 125 keystrokes per minute. Over 10 minutes, that is 1,500 and 1,250 keystrokes respectively. If you want to understand how these figures are calculated, read our guide on WPM and net speed.
Key Rules of the RRB NTPC Typing Test
No editing tools, no spell-check
Recent RRB notifications have stated that candidates will not be allowed to use any editing tools or spell-check facility during the test. This means you should not depend on the software to fix your mistakes. What you type is what gets evaluated.
Evaluation
The typed text is compared with the given passage, and speed is assessed on the basis of accuracy. The exact method of marking mistakes and the permissible error limits are defined in the notification. Practically, this means:
- Skipped words, extra words and wrong spellings count against you.
- A high gross speed with many errors can still fail.
- Clean typing at a moderate speed is the safest strategy.
Qualifying nature
The typing skill test is qualifying. Your final merit is based on your CBT scores, but you must clear the typing test to be selected for a typist post. Candidates who do not qualify may still be considered for other opted posts that do not need a typing test, depending on the rules in the notification.
The biggest mistake NTPC candidates make is waiting for the CBT-2 result before starting typing practice. By then, there are only a few weeks left. Start practising alongside your written exam preparation.
Which Hindi Layout Should You Practise?
If you choose Hindi, check the notification and call letter for the permitted keyboard layout and font. Railway recruitment tests are conducted on standard computers, and Unicode-based input such as Inscript is widely used in central government settings. Some candidates are more comfortable with Remington-style layouts. Whatever you choose, confirm that it will be available at the test centre before committing your practice time.
You can practise both: the Hindi Mangal Inscript typing test for Inscript, and the Remington GAIL typing test for the Remington layout, which follows the Krutidev 010 font keyboard. If you are still deciding, our comparison of Krutidev vs Mangal Inscript will help.
Preparation Plan for the RRB NTPC Typing Test
Step 1: Check your baseline
Take a 10-minute test in your chosen language. Note your net speed and accuracy. The TypingTestKaro RRB NTPC Graduate test and RRB NTPC Undergraduate test both use exam-like settings.
Step 2: Build touch-typing habits
If you look at the keyboard or use only a few fingers, invest two to three weeks in learning touch typing. It feels slow at first but raises your ceiling permanently.
Step 3: Practise without Backspace
Since editing tools are not available and every correction costs time, practise some sessions with a rule: do not press Backspace at all. This trains you to type carefully the first time.
Step 4: Build 10-minute stamina
Many candidates reach 35 WPM in a 1-minute test but drop to 25 WPM by the end of 10 minutes. Do full 10-minute tests at least four times a week.
Step 5: Simulate the exam
In the final two weeks, do one full mock daily under exam conditions: fixed time, no pauses, no Backspace dependency and a new passage each time.
Target Speed Table
| Language | Required | Safe practice target | Accuracy target |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 30 WPM | 38-40 WPM net | 95%+ |
| Hindi | 25 WPM | 30-32 WPM net | 95%+ |
Exam Day Checklist
- Carry your call letter and valid ID as instructed.
- Reach early and adjust the chair and keyboard before the test begins.
- Check that the correct language and layout are loaded; inform the invigilator immediately if not.
- Read the instructions on screen carefully.
- Start at a steady pace and keep your eyes on the passage.
FAQs
What is the typing speed required for RRB NTPC?
As per recent notifications, candidates for typist posts must type at 30 WPM in English or 25 WPM in Hindi on a computer. Always confirm with the latest official notification.
How long is the RRB NTPC typing test?
The typing skill test lasts 10 minutes. The same duration applies to both graduate and undergraduate level typist posts.
Can I use Backspace in the RRB NTPC typing test?
Recent notifications state that editing tools and spell-check are not allowed. Follow the on-screen instructions at the centre, and practise typing accurately so you do not depend on corrections.
Is the RRB NTPC typing test qualifying?
Yes. It is qualifying in nature, and marks are not added to your final merit. However, you must pass it to be selected for any typist post.
Which posts in RRB NTPC need a typing test?
Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist and Senior Clerk cum Typist at graduate level, and Accounts Clerk cum Typist and Junior Clerk cum Typist at undergraduate level.
Start your preparation today with the free RRB NTPC Graduate typing test and find out how close you are to the 30 WPM mark.