Practice approximation. The rules below are the commonly published figures and have not yet been verified against the latest official notification (check dsssb.delhi.gov.in). Always follow your own notice.
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board fills clerical posts in departments of the Government of Delhi, its local bodies and autonomous organisations. For posts such as Lower Division Clerk and Junior Assistant, candidates who qualify in the written examination take a skill test on computer. The standard commonly mentioned mirrors central government recruitment: 35 words per minute in English or 30 in Hindi, which the board may express as key depressions per hour.
DSSSB typing test rules (English)
| Language | English |
|---|---|
| Speed required | 35 WPM (net) |
| Duration | 10 minutes |
| Backspace | Check notification |
| Mistakes | Counted per wrong word |
| Scoring | Qualifying skill test on computer; 35 WPM is about 10,500 key depressions per hour. |
Posts: Lower Division Clerk, Junior Assistant, Junior Stenographer (typing component).
Same standard as central clerical posts
Because the speeds match the SSC CHSL typing test, preparation for one helps with the other. Many Delhi aspirants sit both exams, and a single practice routine on 10-minute office passages covers both.
The skill test is qualifying. Your selection depends on clearing it, but your rank comes from the written examination.
KDPH explained
Key depressions per hour measure how many keys you press correctly in an hour. Thirty-five words per minute equals 10,500 KDPH and thirty words per minute equals 9,000 KDPH, using five keystrokes per word. The result card on this page shows KDPH alongside WPM, so you can compare directly with whatever unit your notice uses.
Get ready
- Practise office and notice-style passages; Delhi government work is heavy on circulars and orders.
- Hindi candidates should practise Unicode layouts rather than Kruti Dev.
- Do full 10-minute tests to build stamina.
Typing on the exam computer
Exam centres use standard desktop keyboards, which feel different from laptop keyboards. If you practise mainly on a laptop, try to use an external keyboard for at least some sessions. Before the test begins, adjust the chair so your forearms are level with the keyboard and check that Caps Lock is off. If the passage appears in a small font, lean back slightly rather than hunching forward; good posture helps you keep your speed steady for the full ten minutes.
Tips to pass the DSSSB typing test
- Aim for 40 WPM English or 33 WPM Hindi in practice to leave a safety margin.
- Practise office words such as directorate, sanction, reimbursement and procurement.
- Turn on blind mode to get used to typing without colour feedback.
- Use the same keyboard position and chair height each time you practise.
- Track your progress page; aim for steady weekly gains.
Frequently asked questions
What is the DSSSB LDC typing speed?+
Commonly 35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi, equal to about 10,500 or 9,000 key depressions per hour. Confirm in your notice.
Is the DSSSB typing test qualifying?+
Yes, it is generally qualifying.
Can I choose Hindi?+
Candidates usually choose English or Hindi as per the notice. Both are available here.
Does SSC CHSL practice help for DSSSB?+
Yes. The commonly published standards are the same.
How long is the test?+
Usually 10 minutes.
Is this official?+
No. It is an independent practice tool.