Nepali Typing Test

The Lok Sewa Aayog (Nepal Public Service Commission) requires different typing speeds based on the post and category:

Nepali Typing: Generally 25–35 words per minute (WPM) depending on the post level. Section Officer and above posts typically require higher speeds.

Note: The exact speed requirement is specified in the vacancy notice for each post. Always check the official Lok Sewa Aayog notice for the most accurate requirement.

Our typing test calculates your speed so you can track your progress towards the required standard.

The most commonly used keyboard layouts for Nepali typing are:

1. Preeti Traditional Layout: This is the traditional layout used for Nepali typing in most government offices and Lok Sewa Aayog exams. It is based on the Preeti font typewriter layout. If the exam notice specifies Preeti font, use this layout.

2. Mangal Unicode Inscript Layout: This is the standard Unicode layout. It is increasingly being used as government offices move towards Unicode-based systems.

Always check the official Lok Sewa Aayog vacancy notice to confirm which layout and font is required for your specific exam.

The Preeti keyboard layout is the most widely used traditional Nepali keyboard layout in Nepal. It is named after the popular Preeti font used in Nepali typewriters and computers.

In the Preeti layout, the keys are mapped to Nepali characters in a way similar to a traditional Nepali typewriter. The layout allows typists to type Nepali text directly using a standard keyboard.

Most Lok Sewa Aayog typing tests traditionally use the Preeti layout. Learning the Preeti layout is essential for government exam preparation in Nepal.

Preeti Typing: Uses the Preeti font and traditional keyboard layout. The characters are font-dependent — they display correctly only when the Preeti font is installed. This is the traditional system used in many government offices.

Unicode Typing: Uses standard Unicode encoding. Unicode Nepali text displays correctly on any device and software without needing a special font. The Mangal Unicode Inscript layout is used for Unicode typing.

Unicode is the modern standard and is gradually replacing font-based systems like Preeti in government offices. Check your exam notice to determine which system is required.

Typing speed is calculated using the standard character-based method:

Gross WPM: (Total Characters Typed ÷ 5) ÷ Time (in minutes) — This is your raw speed without error deductions.

Net WPM: Gross WPM − Errors — This is your effective speed after deducting errors.

Accuracy: (Correct Characters ÷ Total Characters Typed) × 100

Aim to maximise both speed and accuracy for the best results in Lok Sewa Aayog exams.

Yes! Our typing test allows you to paste your own Nepali text for practice. This is useful when you want to:

1. Practice with official Lok Sewa exam passages
2. Type specific government documents or circulars
3. Create custom difficulty levels

Simply paste your Nepali text in the "Custom Text" field and start the test.

Gross WPM (Words Per Minute) measures your raw typing speed without considering errors. It is calculated as: Total Characters ÷ 5 ÷ Time (in minutes)

Net WPM is your actual typing speed after deducting errors. It represents your effective typing speed and is the metric used in government exams.

Focus on improving your Net WPM while maintaining high accuracy for best Lok Sewa exam results.

Here are effective ways to improve your Nepali typing speed:

1. Daily Practice: Type for at least 30 minutes every day. Consistency is key.

2. Learn Touch Typing: Memorise the keyboard layout so you can type without looking at the keys.

3. Focus on Accuracy First: Start slowly and type accurately. Speed will increase naturally with practice.

4. Use the Virtual Keyboard: Our on-screen keyboard shows the Preeti or Unicode layout to help you learn key positions.

5. Practice with Real Passages: Use passages similar to those used in Lok Sewa exams for realistic preparation.