The Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL) is a Schedule ‘A’ Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) operating under the Ministry of Finance. It manages vital security institutions including the Currency Note Press (CNP Nashik), Bank Note Press (BNP Dewas), Security Printing Press (SPP Hyderabad), and India Government Mints (Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Noida).
For recruitment to the post of Junior Office Assistant (JOA) at W-3 Level, clearing the computer typing test is mandatory. Below are the official rules and guidelines.
⚡ Quick Exam Snapshot (TL;DR Fact Matrix)
| Parameter | English Typing Standard | Hindi Typing Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Required Speed | 35 Words Per Minute (WPM) | 30 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Key Depressions (KDPH) | 10,500 KDPH on Computer | 9,000 KDPH on Computer |
| Test Duration | 10 Minutes | 10 Minutes |
| Passage Length | Approx. 350 Words (1,750 Keystrokes) | Approx. 300 Words (1,500 Keystrokes) |
| Font Standard | Standard English Font | Mangal Unicode (Inscript / Remington GAIL) |
| Permissible Error Limit | Maximum 5% Errors Allowed | Maximum 5% Errors Allowed |
| Test Nature | Qualifying Only | Qualifying Only |
| Backspace Permitted | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) | Yes (Full Editing Enabled) |
1. Official Speed Evaluation Formula
- Standard Word: Calculated on the basis of 5 key depressions per word.
- Speed Formula:
Net Speed (WPM) = (Total Keystrokes Typed - (Mistake Penalty × 5) / 5 × 10 Minutes) - Candidates must achieve the requisite 35 WPM (English) or 30 WPM (Hindi) net speed to clear the phase.
2. Examination Hall Preparation Tips
- Official Banking & Finance Passages: SPMCIL passages frequently feature economic, administrative, and currency terminology containing numbers and capital letters.
- Consistent Pace: Ensure steady pacing to avoid running out of time on the final paragraph.
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