The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) conducts recruitment for the post of Steno Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) / स्टेनो सहायक अवर निरीक्षक in the Bihar Police Department.
The selection process involves a written examination followed by a rigorous Hindi Shorthand Dictation Test and a Computer Typing Test (Hindi & English). Below are the official rules and guidelines.
⚡ Quick Exam Snapshot (TL;DR Fact Matrix)
| Parameter | English Typing Medium | Hindi Typing Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Required Speed | 30 Words Per Minute (WPM) | 25 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Test Duration | 10 Minutes | 10 Minutes |
| Passage Volume | 300 Words | 250 Words |
| Mandatory Font | Standard English Font | Mangal Font (Remington GAIL / Inscript) |
| Shorthand Benchmark | — | 80 WPM Hindi Shorthand (5 Min Dictation) |
| Permissible Error Limit | Maximum 10% Errors Allowed | Maximum 10% Errors Allowed |
| Test Nature | Qualifying Phase | Qualifying Phase |
| Backspace Permitted | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) |
1. Stenography (Shorthand) Dictation & Transcription
- Dictation Speed: 80 Words Per Minute in Hindi for 5 minutes (Total 400 words).
- Transcription Time: Candidates are allotted standard transcription time on computer to convert their shorthand notes into formatted text.
- Error Cap: Total errors in shorthand transcription must strictly remain below 10%.
2. Computer Typing Evaluation & Interface
- Bilingual Typing: Candidates are tested on both Hindi (25 WPM) and English (30 WPM) typing proficiency.
- Mangal Remington GAIL: The Hindi test utilizes Unicode Mangal. Traditional KrutiDev typists can use Remington GAIL mapping seamlessly.
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⚡ Exam Day Interface & Software Behavior Checklist
Candidates preparing for this examination must train under realistic test software parameters to avoid unexpected failure on exam day:
- No Auto-Highlighting: The official test software displays the master passage statically. Words will not turn green or red as you type, and your active cursor position is not highlighted. You must maintain visual tracking independently.
- Manual Passage Scrolling: As you complete visible lines, the passage does not scroll down automatically. You must manually scroll using the mouse wheel or the downward arrow key on your keyboard.
- The 5-Minute Mock Trial Run: Prior to the real evaluation, a short demo session is conducted. Physically test every critical key:
- Tap Spacebar, Backspace, and Enter repeatedly to detect sticky membranes.
- Verify both Left Shift and Right Shift keys.
- If any key requires abnormal pressure or fails to register, raise your hand immediately to request a replacement terminal before the main exam timer begins.
- Accuracy Over Unchecked Speed: Because penalization algorithms deduct heavily for uncorrected errors, typing smoothly at a steady pace with 98%+ accuracy yields higher qualifying scores than rushing with frequent typos.
🔗 Related Examination & Speed Guides
Continue preparing with official error annexures, software interface rules, and speed conversion benchmarks:
- SSC CGL DEST Typing Test Rules & 5% Cutoff: Read the full breakdown in SSC CGL DEST Typing Test Rules & 5% Cutoff.
- SSC CHSL Typing Test Rules: 35 WPM & Error Formula: Read the full breakdown in SSC CHSL Typing Test Rules: 35 WPM & Error Formula.
- Official SSC Full vs Half Mistake Evaluation Annexure: Read the full breakdown in Official SSC Full vs Half Mistake Evaluation Annexure.
- SSC Typing Test Interface & Backspace Rules: Read the full breakdown in SSC Typing Test Interface & Backspace Rules.
