Karnataka High Court Typist Typing Test Practice

Official Karnataka High Court Typist recruitment simulator. 35 WPM English speed over 10 minutes.

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Did you know? Typing speed drops by an average of 15% in the actual exam hall due to keyboard noise and clock pressure.

Real Exam Room NoisePlays keyboard clatter and murmurs in the background.

Pressure Clock TickingSimulates the stress of the countdown timer.

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Karnataka High Court Typist — Rules & Evaluation Guide

High Court of Karnataka (Bengaluru) Direct Recruitment Practical Typing Test

Evaluation Model

100.00 Marks Scale (100 − Total Mistakes × 1.0 · Min 60.00 Marks (50.00 SC/ST) / 35 WPM)

Qualifying Standards

Speed Benchmark: 35 Words Per Minute (WPM) in English over 10 Minutes
Passage Length: 350 Words (approx. 1,750 Key Depressions)
Total Scale Marks: 100.00 Marks (Practical Typing Examination)
Deduction Per Mistake: −1.0 Mark deducted per error or untyped word
Minimum Qualifying Mark: 60.00 Marks (60%) for GM/OBC; 50.00 Marks (50%) for SC/ST
Competitive Advisory: ≤ 3 errors (~97% score) typically required to reach 1:5 Interview Shortlist
Backspace Key: Strictly Disabled (Live on-screen transcription)
Selection Ratio: Shortlists candidates in 1:5 ratio for 20-Mark Viva-Voce

How Scoring Works

The Karnataka High Court Typist practical typing test carries 100 marks. Candidates are evaluated on an on-screen passage of 350 words over 10 minutes at 35 WPM. Each typographical error or unattempted word incurs a 1.0 mark deduction. Statutorily, candidates must score at least 60.00 marks (50.00 marks for SC/ST) and clear the 35 Net WPM speed gate to qualify. In competitive reality, because candidates are shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio for the 20-mark Viva-Voce based on typing marks, achieving ≥ 96–97 marks (≤ 3 errors) is the recommended target.

Practice Tips

›Prioritize transcription accuracy above 98% rather than typing at excess speed.
›Since backspace is disabled, maintain continuous steady keystrokes without rushing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the qualifying mark for Karnataka High Court Typist?

Candidates belonging to General Merit and OBC must obtain at least 60.00 marks (60%), while SC and ST candidates must obtain at least 50.00 marks (50%) out of 100.

Is backspace allowed in Karnataka High Court typing test?

No. The official exam console strictly disables backspace and arrow navigation to test uncorrected real-time transcription.

How does the final selection merit work?

Candidates qualifying the 100-mark typing test are shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio for an interview (20 marks). Final rank is determined out of 120 aggregate marks.

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