What typing speed is required for PSSSB typing test?

PSSSB requires 30 WPM in both Punjabi and English — that is a minimum of 1,500 characters in 10 minutes per language. Both languages are mandatory; you cannot substitute one for the other.

What accuracy is required to pass PSSSB typing test?

Minimum 92% accuracy is required in both Punjabi and English. This is non-negotiable — even at 50 WPM, falling below 92% means failing. You must achieve 1,500 characters at 92% accuracy within the 10-minute limit for each language separately.

Is PSSSB typing test qualifying or merit-based?

PSSSB typing test is qualifying in nature — marks are not added to the final merit list. However, failing either the Punjabi or English section means complete disqualification from that recruitment cycle, regardless of your written exam score.

Which font is used in PSSSB Punjabi typing test?

PSSSB uses Raavi Unicode font with the Gurmukhi INSCRIPT keyboard layout. Raavi comes pre-installed on all Windows systems. Asees and Anmollipi are legacy non-Unicode fonts with different key mappings — practising on them trains wrong muscle memory for the PSSSB exam.

Is backspace allowed in PSSSB typing test?

Yes, backspace is allowed in PSSSB typing test. Use it strategically for critical errors — excessive correction slows your WPM. The chunk system means you can also go back (Page Up) to fix errors in earlier chunks before time runs out.

Do I need to pass both Punjabi and English in PSSSB typing test?

Yes. Both languages are mandatory and must be cleared separately. Failing either one disqualifies you from the entire selection process for that cycle, regardless of how well you performed in the other language or in the written exam.

Can I go back to a previous chunk in PSSSB typing test?

Yes. Press Page Up to return to a previous chunk and correct errors. If you finish all 10 chunks before time ends, go back and improve accuracy in earlier chunks — early submission is not permitted.

What is the Gurmukhi INSCRIPT keyboard layout for PSSSB?

Gurmukhi INSCRIPT maps Punjabi characters to QWERTY keys based on phonetic similarity — standardised by the Government of India. Left-hand home row: ੳ (A) ੲ (S) ੍ (D) ਿ (F). Right-hand home row: ਟ (J) ਤ (K) ਜ (L). TypingSutra teaches this layout chapter by chapter from scratch.

How do I set up Punjabi INSCRIPT keyboard for PSSSB practice?

Go to Windows Settings → Time & Language → Language & Region → Add a language → Punjabi → select Gurmukhi INSCRIPT keyboard. Use Win+Space to switch between English and Punjabi. Raavi Unicode font is pre-installed on Windows — no download needed. TypingSutra uses Raavi INSCRIPT from Chapter 1.

How long does it take to learn Punjabi typing for PSSSB?

With 30–60 minutes of structured daily practice, most beginners reach 30 WPM with 92% accuracy in Punjabi within 4–8 weeks. Prior English typing experience speeds up the process. Starting from structured lessons rather than random practice significantly reduces preparation time.

What are the most difficult Punjabi characters to type in PSSSB?

The most frequently missed characters are matras (vowel diacritics) like ਾ ਿ ੀ ੁ ੂ, the half-consonant marker ੍, and characters like ਙ ਞ ਣ that require Shift combinations. TypingSutra's focus drill automatically identifies your personal weak keys and builds targeted exercises.

What happens if I fail PSSSB typing test?

Failing the PSSSB typing test in either language means complete disqualification from that recruitment cycle — written exam marks do not compensate. You can reapply in the next PSSSB recruitment. There is no re-attempt or grace period within the same cycle.

How is WPM calculated in PSSSB typing test?

PSSSB uses character-based calculation: Gross WPM = (Total Characters Typed ÷ 5) ÷ Minutes. One "word" equals 5 characters regardless of actual word length. Accuracy = (Correct Characters ÷ Total Characters) × 100. Both speed and accuracy are evaluated together — you must meet both thresholds.

Where can I read the PSSSB typing test instructions?

The official document is called "Important Instructions for Candidates regarding Typing Test," published by PSSSB with each recruitment advertisement on sssb.punjab.gov.in. In short: two 10-minute tests (Punjabi and English), the passage split into 10 chunks, Enter or the Down Arrow advances after 80% of a chunk is typed, Page Up goes back, backspace is allowed, and both languages need 30 WPM with 92% accuracy. The exam-day section above explains each rule in plain language.

Is there a 5-minute PSSSB typing test?

No. Both PSSSB typing tests — Punjabi and English — are 10 minutes each. Some practice sites offer 5-minute drills for warm-up, but on exam day you type for the full 10 minutes per language. Practising the real 10-minute duration matters, because fatigue in minutes 7–10 is where accuracy usually drops.

Can I practice the PSSSB typing test online for free?

Yes. TypingSutra’s PSSSB chunk simulator is free to try with no signup — the same 10-block interface, 80% completion lock, and Enter navigation as the real exam, with Raavi Unicode for the Punjabi paper.

What is the difference between a normal typing test and the PSSSB chunk typing test?

A normal test shows the full passage at once. The PSSSB chunk typing test splits it into 10 blocks of roughly 30 words — you see one chunk at a time, must type at least 80% before advancing, and can return with Page Up. This changes your typing rhythm, which is why candidates who practised only on plain-passage interfaces struggle on exam day.

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PSSSB typing updates15 August 2026

Clerk 2026 cycle (Advt 02/2026): the written exam scheduled for 19 April 2026 was postponed by PSSSB for administrative reasons. The new exam date will be announced on sssb.punjab.gov.in — the typing test follows the written exam.

Requirements unchanged: 30 WPM gross in both Punjabi and English, 92% accuracy, 10-chunk interface, Raavi Unicode font.

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About the exam

Three things that make PSSSB typing test unique

PSSSB is the only major exam that uses a chunk-based interface, requires both Punjabi and English, and uses the Raavi Unicode font exclusively.

Box 1

Chunk-based interface — 10 blocks of ~30 words

The passage is split into 10 chunks. You see one chunk at a time and must type at least 80% before pressing Enter to advance. Page Up lets you go back. This format is unique to PSSSB among Indian government typing exams.

Box 2

Both Punjabi and English mandatory

You cannot choose one language — both are tested and both must be cleared with 30 WPM and 92% accuracy. Failing either language fails the entire test. No other major state board exam requires two completely different scripts in the same sitting.

Box 3

Raavi Unicode — not Asees, not Anmollipi

PSSSB uses Raavi Unicode with Gurmukhi INSCRIPT keyboard — the modern standard, pre-installed on all Windows systems. Legacy fonts like Asees or Anmollipi use different key mappings and are not accepted. Practising on the wrong font trains wrong muscle memory.

PSSSB Typing Test Requirements 2026

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Punjabi typing — Raavi INSCRIPT

Speed

30 WPM (minimum 1,500 characters in 10 minutes)

Accuracy

Minimum 92% — both languages, non-negotiable

Keyboard

Gurmukhi INSCRIPT · Raavi Unicode font

Interface

Chunk system — 10 blocks of ~30 words, 80% completion to advance

Backspace

Allowed — use for critical errors only

Duration

10 minutes

English typing — QWERTY

Speed

30 WPM (minimum 1,500 characters in 10 minutes)

Accuracy

Minimum 92% — same threshold as Punjabi

Keyboard

Standard QWERTY

Interface

Chunk system — same 10-block format as Punjabi section

Backspace

Allowed

Duration

10 minutes

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PSSSB typing test instructions — what happens on exam day

The screen shows one chunk of roughly 30 words. Type at least 80% of it and press Enter or the Down Arrow to move to the next chunk — Enter does nothing before the 80% mark. Page Up returns you to any earlier chunk. Backspace works, but correcting mid-flow costs time: finish all 10 chunks first, then use the remaining minutes to go back and fix errors.

Your gross speed is counted from characters typed — 1,500 characters in 10 minutes equals 30 WPM, and 29.9 is truncated to 29, so build a margin above the minimum. A wrong or missing word costs 5 characters, a wrong space costs 2.5, and below 92% accuracy the test is failed regardless of speed. The same rules apply to both the Punjabi (Raavi INSCRIPT) and English (QWERTY) papers.

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PSSSB Typing Test — Frequently Asked Questions

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The PSSSB typing test divides the passage into 10 blocks of approximately 30 words called chunks. You see only the current chunk and must type at least 80% of it before pressing Enter or the Down Arrow to advance. Page Up lets you return to a previous chunk. Early submission is not allowed — use remaining time to correct earlier chunks.

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