Typing aspirants across India often face confusion because different state recruiting agencies follow drastically different rules for Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Assistant, and Clerk-Typist positions.
This comprehensive guide presents a direct comparative matrix across Rajasthan (RSSB & High Court), Uttar Pradesh (UPSSSC & High Court), Bihar (BSSC & Civil Court), and Central exams.
⚡ Cross-State LDC Typing Comparison Matrix
| Recruiting Commission | Post Name | Language | Prescribed Speed | Required Font | Nature of Exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan High Court | LDC / JJA / Clerk-II | Hindi & English | 50 WPM for Full Marks | KrutiDev 010 | 100 Marks Added to Merit |
| Rajasthan RSSB | LDC / Junior Assistant | Hindi & English | 28 WPM (Qualifying) | DevLys 010 / KrutiDev | 100 Marks Added to Merit |
| UPSSSC (Uttar Pradesh) | Junior Assistant / Clerk | Hindi & English | 25 WPM (H) / 30 WPM (E) | Mangal / KrutiDev | Qualifying Only (Mandatory) |
| Allahabad High Court | RO / ARO / Clerk | English | 25 WPM (500 words/20m) | Standard QWERTY | 50 Marks Added to Merit |
| BSSC (Bihar Inter Level) | Revenue / Panchayat Clerk | Hindi & English | 30 WPM (H) / 35 WPM (E) | Mangal (Remington Gail) | Qualifying Only |
| Bihar Civil Court | Court Reader (CRDW) | Hindi & English | 30 WPM (H) / 40 WPM (E) | Mangal (Unicode) | Qualifying (90% Accuracy) |
| SSC (Central) | CGL DEST / CHSL | Hindi or English | 27 WPM (CGL) / 35 WPM (CHSL) | Mangal / Standard | Qualifying Only |
1. Key Font & Keyboard Differences
1. Legacy Non-Unicode (Rajasthan Standard)
- Fonts: KrutiDev 010, DevLys 010.
- Layout: Remington Typewriter.
- Characteristics: Requires memorization of numeric Alt codes for half-letters, conjuncts, and vowel matras.
2. Unicode Mangal (UP, Bihar, SSC & Central Standard)
- Fonts: Mangal, Nirmala UI, Arial Unicode.
- Layouts: Inscript (Standardized by GoI) or Remington (Gail).
- Characteristics: Unicode compliant; conjuncts are created organically using the Halant key without memorizing ASCII codes.
2. Merit-Scored vs Qualifying Examinations
- Merit-Scored Skill Tests: In Rajasthan (RSSB & High Court) and Allahabad High Court, scoring high marks in typing directly compensates for lower marks in written examinations. An aspirant with 48/50 in typing often overtakes candidates with higher written test scores.
- Qualifying Skill Tests: In SSC, UPSSSC, and BSSC, speed and accuracy above the cutoff guarantee qualification, but extra speed beyond the cutoff does not yield extra marks.
3. Preparation Strategy on TypingWire
Practice tailored passages with specific font and error rules across all state formats on TypingWire.in.
🔗 Related Examination & Speed Guides
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- UPSSSC Junior Assistant & Clerk Typing Test Rules: Read the full breakdown in UPSSSC Junior Assistant & Clerk Typing Test Rules.
- RSSB RSMSSB LDC Typing & Computer Efficiency Rules: Read the full breakdown in RSSB RSMSSB LDC Typing & Computer Efficiency Rules.
