Complete guide about the RRB NTPC typing test

Hello, in this article, we will discuss the RRB NTPC typing test. As we all know, the RRB NTPC exam is not a technical exam. The full form of NTPC is Non-Technical Popular Categories. RRB conducts examinations ranging from Level 2 to Level 6. Regarding the typing component, a typing skill test is conducted for certain levels specifically for posts at Level 2 and Level 3. This test evaluates typing skills and is an important stage of the process. Failure to pass this typing skill test has a negative impact on the final result.

1. What is the RRB NTPC Typing Skill Test?

The RRB NTPC typing skill test is conducted for certain specific posts, the details of which are as follows.

1. Junior Clerk 2. Accounts Clerk 3. Senior Clerk 4. Accounts Assistant, etc. RBI NTPC Typing Skill Test is the third stage of the exam conducted by RBI NTPC. In the typing exam, the ability to type Hindi and English on the keyboard is checked. The main purpose of conducting this test is to determine whether the candidate is skilled at typing or not. Only skilled candidates are selected. This exam is conducted to check typing skills, hence, this exam has been kept of a qualifying nature. Marks obtained in the skill test are not included in the final cut-off. According to my experience, the RRB NTPC exam consists of four phases, the first of which is the written examination. This stage involves multiple-choice questions and is also known as CBT-1. key feature of this first stage is that qualifying for it is mandatory. Its numbers should not be added to the main result. I am telling you this because I have experienced it myself. When I passed the Stage 1 exam, candidates numbering 20 times the number of vacancies were selected for Stage 2. The Stage 2 exam is not of a qualifying nature. That is why the marks from the Stage 2 exam were included. Because I felt so, I am telling you that the first step is qualifying in nature. Marks from Stage 2 are counted. In Stage 3, a typing skill test is conducted. After completion of these stages, document verification and medical examination are conducted.

2. RRB NTPC Typing Test Pattern

There is also a special instruction in the pattern of this examination that there are two main things in it.

• In this test, the backspace button does not work, it is disabled.
• And one special thing is that after you have completed writing your passage, if you have time left, you can write it from the beginning. In this, these words will help you in covering up your mistakes.

Talking about the typing test exam, since I have taken this exam, I will try to give you all the necessary information in the best possible way based on my experience. In this examination, typing is conducted in two languages, Hindi and English. The choice of language is not done on reaching the exam center, it is made in advance on the website. If we do not choose it in advance, then it gives the choice of the English language by default. I am happy to inform you that the passage is written in simple language and there are no complex words like special cases. 5% mistakes are forgiven. And one special thing is that if the mistakes are more than 5%, then 10 words are deducted for each mistake as a penalty. We will provide further details about this below under the 'Accuracy and Rules' heading.

3. Typing Speed Requirements

Typing speed is a key component of this examination. Candidates often remain uncertain about the typing test. Confusion arises as to how much speed is required in Hindi typing?, how much speed is required in English typing?, how much speed is required in WPM?, how many words have to be pressed in exam?, what is the time limit?, so to clear these doubts, a table has been given below, after looking at this table your doubts will be cleared. U can better understand.

4. Calculation of Typing Speed

As you have just seen in the above heading, what is the speed limit in the typing test? How much time is there? Here, typing is mapped into key strokes to understand the key strokes. An attempt has been made to explain depression below under a heading, and it is expected that by looking at this table you will get better information about the duration of key depressions per minute, key depressions per hour, time limit to type a passage, and subject/medium. If typing is mapped into key strokes, then to understand the key strokes. An attempt has been made to explain the depressions below under a heading, and it is expected that by looking at this table you will get better information about the duration of key depressions per minute, key depressions per hour, time limit to type a passage, and subject/medium.

1. Full mistakes
2. Half mistakes

Full mistakes are those mistakes that include omitting words, writing the wrong word, writing everything in excess, or spelling errors, etc. Half mistakes include not giving space between two words, writing small letters instead of capital letters, writing capital letters later instead of small vise verse also and punctuation mistakes, etc.

Now we will tell you how to calculate the speed of typing step by step. To begin with, we will calculate the total number of errors using the following formula.

Total Mistakes=Full Mistakes + (Half Mistakes / 2).

In this way, we obtain the total number of errors. Now the final error count needs to be calculated using the following formula

Final error=Total mistakes - (Total type words×5%)

5% has been reduced in this formula because 5% of typing mistakes are ignored in the exam form for all categories. There is no reservation in it. After giving a 5% discount, the final mistake that comes out is that 10 words are deducted as a penalty for each final mistake, and then the net typing is counted. The formula for calculating net typing speed is

Net speed=Total correct words ÷ 10

For example, suppose you have typed 420 words in 10 minutes in an English typing test.

Now we will calculate the 5% discount. 5% discount is obtained on the number 420,

that is, 5% of 420=21words

The total number of mistakes in the mind is 30, so

the final mistakes=30 - 21

=9 (Final mistakes)

Now,

the final speed=(420 - 9 × 10) ÷ 10

=33 WPM.

In this example, the final speed is 33 words per minute > words-per-minute requirement.

Hence, you have passed this typing skill test.

5. Accuracy and Error Rules

I want to tell you that whether it is the RRB Stage 1 exam, the Stage 2 exam, or even the typing skill test... accuracy matters a lot. If we maintain good accuracy during the exam, our chances of success increase significantly. The RRB typing test requires an accuracy of approximately 95%. Accuracy is not the only factor; speed is equally important. To increase accuracy, we have to reduce mistakes. We have enough information about mistakes. There are two types of mistakes: 1. full mistake and 2. half mistake.

5% of the total typed words are left out, now these 5% words are subtracted from the total mistakes, after which the final mistake is obtained. Now, for every final mistake that is made, 10 correct words are deducted. In other words

Net typed words=[Total words typed – (Final errors × 10)]÷10

In short, I would like to say that avoid making final mistakes and try to maintain your accuracy because every final mistake takes away your 10 correct words, so avoid making mistakes.

6. Post-wise Applicability

Talking about post-wise applicability, there are posts from Level 2 to Level 6 in the NTPC exam. For these posts like typist and clerk which fall in Level 2 & 3, a typing skill test is conducted. A typing test is not conducted for most of the Level 4, 5, 6 posts like Station Master, Goods Guard, etc.

Now, let us tell you about a special case. There is an exception here: in all other posts, the final merit is decided on the basis of the Stage 2 CBT exam, but station master is the only post for which the merit of the examination based on Stage 2 CBT 2 is not considered, in this, the merit is decided by adding 70% of CBT 2 and 30% of the computer-based psycho test.

7. Preparation Strategy

Preparing for this typing test and developing a strategy for it is an important part. Preparing for this typing test and creating a strategy for it is an important part.

• To pass the typing test, it is very important for us to have confidence first.
• To gain confidence, it becomes necessary for us to practice. The more you practice, the more you will start believing in yourself.
• Therefore, take out some time daily to practice mock typing, and in the beginning, instead of running after speed, keep accuracy as your main target and prepare by creating an exam-like situation by varying the amount of time spent on mock tests.

8. Best Tools and Resources

There are many free websites available on the internet to prepare better for online Hindi and English typing. By visiting these websites, you can set up practice sets for free without paying any money.

Here is a link to a website for taking free typing tests. You can go to that website by clicking on the link below and practice for free. Thank you.

* CLICK HERE***

9. Common Mistakes to Avoid

After reaching this level, students often make some common mistakes that can negatively impact their results. Here are some key points that can help you improve your speed and reduce your common mistakes.

• Focusing on speed instead of accuracy, which increases speed but worsens the habit of accuracy. This is a common mistake.
• Failing to read the instructions carefully upon arriving at the exam center, not understanding the exam format, and adopting an overconfident attitude. These are also common mistakes.
• Not practicing daily and being careless while preparing for the typing test. This is also a common mistake.

10. Exam Day Tips

Here we will give you some tips for the exam day. By following these tips, you can see positive changes in your exam results.

1. Don't panic after sitting in the chair.
2. Keep a calm mind and read the instructions carefully.
3. Check all the keyboard buttons in the mock trial.
4. When typing, focus on accuracy initially and increase speed later.
5. We hope you can clear the typing test by doing work on these points.

11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is the RRB NTPC typing test a qualifying test?
Yes, it is a qualifying test; the marks obtained in it are not added to the merit list for the final result.

Q2: Can candidates choose the language for this exam?
No, the language cannot be changed during the exam; it is determined beforehand on the website.

Q3: What happens if a candidate fails the RRB typing test?
If a candidate is unable to pass the typing test, they are considered to have failed, and the effort put into Stage 1 and Stage 2 goes to waste.

12. Conclusion

The key point here is that we should not just prepare for the objective examination we must simultaneously prepare for the typing test as well. We need to keep preparing continuously. Rather than sitting back with the mindset that we will start preparing only when the exam approaches.

About the Author

Shrikant Sharma

Shrikant Sharma is a content writer with 5 years of experience, dedicated to helping candidates prepare for and excel in government typing speed exams.