The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB / RSMSSB, Jaipur) conducts the state-level recruitment for Informatics Assistant (सूचना सहायक - IA) across government secretariats, revenue departments, and DOIT&C Rajasthan.
Candidates who clear the Phase-I Written Examination (called at 3 times the number of vacancies) must appear for the mandatory Phase-II Typing Test.
⚡ Quick Exam Snapshot (TL;DR Fact Matrix)
| Evaluation Parameter | Part-I: Hindi Typing Test | Part-II: English Typing Test |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Required Speed | 15.0 Words Per Minute (WPM) | 15.0 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Test Duration | 15 Minutes | 15 Minutes |
| Target Words in Passage | Approx 225 to 250 Words | Approx 225 to 250 Words |
| Allowed Fonts (Hindi) | DevLys 010 / KrutiDev 010 OR Mangal | Standard QWERTY |
| Keyboard Layouts | Remington (Legacy) / Inscript | Standard QWERTY |
| Nature of Examination | Mandatory Qualifying (Pass / Fail) | Mandatory Qualifying (Pass / Fail) |
| Both Languages Mandatory? | YES — Must qualify in both | YES — Must qualify in both |
| Backspace Allowed | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) |
1. Why Many Candidates Fail a “Low” 15 WPM Speed Requirement
On paper, 15 WPM sounds extremely easy. However, in previous RSMSSB IA examinations, nearly 25% to 30% of candidates failed the typing test because of three critical mistakes:
- Neglecting Hindi Typing: Many IT/Computer graduates (BCA, B.Tech, MCA) are proficient in English but have never practiced Hindi typing. Scoring 40 WPM in English and 14.8 WPM in Hindi results in instant disqualification!
- Keyboard Freezing & Anxiety: The 15-minute duration requires sustained concentration.
- Alt Codes Errors in DevLys/KrutiDev: Inability to type words like कृषि, द्वितीय, क्रमांक, दृष्टि leads to accumulated errors.
2. Speed Calculation & Formula
Gross Words = (Total Key Depressions Typed / 5)
Net Speed (WPM) = (Gross Words - Mistakes Penalty / Time (15 Minutes))
- Minimum threshold: You must successfully complete at least 225 words with high accuracy in each 15-minute slot.
3. Preparation Strategy on TypingWire
Practice tailored Hindi and English passages with the exact RSMSSB IA 15-minute timer on TypingWire.in.
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