The Indian Air Force (IAF) regularly recruits civilian personnel for Group C posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC). For LDC posts, candidates must pass a mandatory typing skill test.

The IAF Group C typing test is strictly qualifying, but failing it results in immediate disqualification regardless of your written exam score.

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1. Speed and Duration Rules

The IAF conducts the typing test either on a computer or occasionally on manual typewriters (though computers are standard now). The official rules state:

• English Typing: Minimum speed of 35 Words Per Minute (WPM) on the computer.
• Hindi Typing: Minimum speed of 30 Words Per Minute (WPM) on the computer.
• Test Duration: Exactly 10 minutes.
• KDPH Equivalent: 35 WPM corresponds to 10,500 KDPH, and 30 WPM corresponds to 9,000 KDPH, where 5 key depressions equal one word.

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2. Font and Keyboard Layouts

• English: Standard QWERTY keyboard.
• Hindi: Hindi typists must type using the Unicode Mangal Font.
• Hindi Layout: Candidates are usually provided the Remington Gail or Inscript keyboard layout.

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3. Test Interface and Backspace

• Offline/Online Format: Depending on the Air Force Station conducting the exam, you may be given a printed paper sheet to type from, or the text will be displayed on the top half of the screen.
• Backspace: If the test is software-based, backspace is usually permitted to correct errors. If it is a basic Notepad test (sometimes conducted at smaller stations), backspace is technically allowed, but you will be graded on your final printed output.
• Errors: Missing words, spelling mistakes, and punctuation errors carry severe penalties. Focus on 100% accuracy.

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4. Practice for Air Force Group C

Prepare for the IAF Group C LDC typing test using our specialized mock exams:

• Practice Air Force Group C Hindi Typing (Remington Gail)
• Practice Air Force Group C English Typing

Practicing from a printed paper sheet while typing on the computer is highly recommended to simulate the real exam environment.