Typing tests for jobs in Pakistan
Typing tests are common for clerical and computer-based posts in federal and provincial departments, courts, banks and private companies. The format is usually a passage typed on a computer for a fixed time, assessed on speed and mistakes.
| Post | Commonly advertised English speed |
|---|---|
| Junior clerk / typist | Around 30 WPM |
| Computer operator / data entry operator | 35–40+ WPM |
| Assistant / office secretary | 40+ WPM |
Requirements differ between departments and change over time. Always follow the official advertisement.
How to prepare
- Learn proper finger placement with the touch typing lessons; it pays off quickly.
- Take this test daily and track your progress on the progress page.
- Practise exam format with the job typing test and longer 10-minute tests.
- Use the data entry test for computer operator posts.