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Clerk, Typist & Data Entry Exam Preparation Guide

Clerical posts combine a written test with a skill test. The typing speed in the notice is a pass-or-fail requirement, so start typing practice early.

Who can usually apply

  • Clerk, LDC and data entry: usually class 12 pass (some posts class 10 or graduate)
  • Typist and stenographer: usually class 12 pass with a typing or shorthand skill

How selection usually works

  1. Written test: English or Hindi, general awareness, reasoning, maths
  2. Typing speed or computer skill test
  3. Document verification

Subjects to cover

  • English or Hindi language
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Reasoning
  • General Awareness
  • Computer Knowledge

How to prepare

  1. Check the typing speed in the notice (words per minute, in English or Hindi) and practise daily
  2. Strengthen language skills: grammar, spelling and comprehension
  3. Solve clerk-level reasoning and arithmetic sets
  4. Learn MS Office basics and keyboard shortcuts
  5. Practise previous clerk papers of the same department

Exam patterns, age limits and dates change from year to year. Treat this page as a starting point and always read the official notification before you apply.

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