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UPSSSC Junior Assistant: English Typing Test

Rules last checked on 23 Sep 2026

The UPSSSC Junior Assistant English typing test is held by UPSSSC (Uttar Pradesh) for Junior Assistant / Clerk. The minimum speed is 30 words per minute (WPM). The test lasts 5 minutes. The first 5 mistakes are forgiven; after that each mistake takes 5 words off your speed.

Typing test rules

Minimum speed
30 words per minute (WPM)
Duration
5 minutes
Backspace
Allowed

Mistake rule: The first 5 mistakes are forgiven; after that each mistake takes 5 words off your speed.

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Tips to clear it

  • Practise for the full test length (5 minutes) so your speed holds up to the end.
  • Get accuracy right first — in most exams mistakes cost more than a few words of speed.
  • Yes, backspace is allowed, but every correction costs you time.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum English typing speed for UPSSSC Junior Assistant?

30 words per minute (WPM).

How long is the test?

5 minutes.

How are mistakes counted?

The first 5 mistakes are forgiven; after that each mistake takes 5 words off your speed.

Is backspace allowed?

Yes, backspace is allowed, but every correction costs you time.

Can I practise this for free?

Yes, English typing tests are always free.

Where do these rules come from?

Source: UPSSSC advertisements 2022–2024 (via exam portals). Rules last checked on 23 Sep 2026. Always confirm in the latest official notice.

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