How to Get Your Free Typing Certificate
- Take the typing test: Go to the homepage and complete a 1, 3, or 5-minute typing test. The timer starts when you begin typing.
- View your results: Your WPM, accuracy, and error count appear in the results panel when time expires.
- Click "Download Certificate" in the results panel: or return to this page.
- Enter your name (optional): adds your name to the certificate for a professional touch.
- Download instantly: Your certificate downloads as a PDF. No email, no account, no delay.
What the Certificate Includes
- Your Net WPM score (errors subtracted from gross WPM)
- Accuracy percentage
- Test duration (1, 3, or 5 minutes)
- Issue date: the date you took the test
- Unique Certificate ID: for reference and verification
- Your name (if provided)
- Issued by typingtestpro.net with full site URL
Is This Certificate Accepted by Employers?
Private employers: from BPOs and call centres to law firms and financial services companies: frequently accept online typing certificates as part of pre-screening.
Attaching a certificate to your CV demonstrates initiative and gives HR teams a concrete number to reference rather than a self-reported claim.
A 2023 survey of Indian HR managers found that 73% considered a documented typing speed claim more credible than a self-reported one, even when the certificate came from a free online tool.
The key is that the number is verifiable and consistent with your application materials.
Typing Speed Requirements by Job Type
| Role | Required WPM | Accuracy | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Entry Clerk | 60–80 WPM | 95%+ | IAAP standard |
| Secretary / Admin Assistant | 60–75 WPM | 97%+ | Robert Half guide |
| Legal Secretary | 70–90 WPM | 98%+ | Law Society |
| Medical Transcriptionist | 60–80 WPM | 98%+ | AHIMA |
| Customer Support (chat) | 40–60 WPM | 95%+ | LiveChat research |
| SSC CHSL (India) | 35 WPM English | Standard | SSC official |
| IBPS DEO (India) | 8,000 KPH numeric | 98%+ | IBPS official |
| SBI Clerk (India) | 8,000 KPH numeric | 98%+ | SBI official |
How to Improve Your Score Before Downloading
If your current WPM is below the threshold for your target role, here is a focused 3-day practice plan:
For a full 12-step improvement plan, read our how to improve typing speed guide.