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Typing Test for Job Seekers
Meet employer typing speed requirements and prove your skills.
What Employers Typically Require
Many office and administrative roles list typing speed requirements in job postings. Here's what you'll typically see:
| Role | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| General office / clerk | 40+ WPM |
| Administrative assistant | 50–65 WPM |
| Data entry | 60–80 WPM (or 8,000–10,000 KPH) |
| Legal secretary | 65–80 WPM |
| Medical transcription | 65–90 WPM |
| Customer support (chat) | 45–60 WPM |
Not sure what WPM you currently type? Take the 1-minute test to get your baseline, then work toward your target.
Employer Typing Tests
Many employers use third-party typing tests during the interview process. These tests typically run for 3–5 minutes and measure net WPM and accuracy. You'll usually need to achieve 95%+ accuracy to have your WPM score count. TypingTest.now's 5-minute test is the closest approximation to standard employment tests.
How to Prepare
- Practice with the 5-minute test — close to what most employers use.
- Aim for 95%+ accuracy. Most employer tests require high accuracy, not just high speed. Use the accuracy test to drill clean output.
- Practice with punctuation mode on, since professional writing includes punctuation.
- Create a free account to track your scores over time so you can cite your WPM confidently in interviews.
- Read our full guide on WPM requirements by job role for a detailed breakdown.
Put it to the test. Take a free typing test and see where you stand.
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