What is a good typing speed?
| Below 25 WPM | Beginner |
| 25 – 40 WPM | Average |
| 40 – 60 WPM | Good — enough for most office jobs |
| 60 – 80 WPM | Fast |
| 80+ WPM | Professional |
Government typing tests in India commonly require 35 WPM in English (for example for SSC CHSL), and data entry jobs often require 8,000 key depressions per hour. Requirements vary, so check your exam's notification.
How WPM is calculated
One “word” is counted as 5 characters, including spaces. Net WPM counts only correctly typed characters, so errors lower your score.
How to type faster
- Keep your fingers on the home row (ASDF – JKL;) and use all ten fingers.
- Look at the screen, not the keyboard.
- Focus on accuracy first — speed follows.
- Practise 10–15 minutes every day.