Karnataka Public Service Commission
KPSC Kannada Typing Test Practice
Free exam-accurate typing simulator. 10 minutes · 30 WPM Kannada
← All ExamsTime
10:00
Target
30 WPM
Gross WPM
0
Net WPM
0
Accuracy
100%
Words
0
📜 The passage scrolls automatically. The current word is highlighted in yellow. The test runs for the full 10 minutes.
⌨️ How would you like to type?
Phonetic mode is OFF. You can click the buttons below, or use your OS keyboard if installed.
Or click to insert
Vowels (Swar)
Consonants (Vyanjan)
Vowel Signs (Matras)
Punctuation
Kannada (Nudi / InScript) Keyboard Guide
Use this guide to learn which English keys produce which Kannada characters. This is based on the Nudi / KGP layout used by most government exams.
⌨️ How to Enable the Keyboard on Windows
- Press Win + I to open Settings.
- Go to Time & Language → Language & Region.
- Click Add a language and search for the language (e.g., Kannada).
- Install it → click Options → Add a keyboard → choose Nudi / KGP.
- Press Win + Space to switch between English and Kannada.
Common Character Reference
ka
ಕ
kha
ಖ
ga
ಗ
ma
ಮ
ra
ರ
la
ಲ
na
ನ
💡 Keyboard Tips for Kannada
- KPSC uses Nudi, KGP InScript, or Tunga layout. Check your notification.
- Install Nudi or KGP InScript from the Karnataka government's Nudi portal.
- Press k for ಕ, g for ಗ, m for ಮ, r for ರ.
- Kannada has complex ligatures. Practice them separately for best results.
Note: Keyboard layouts may vary between exams. Always confirm the required layout in your official exam notification. Some exams use Kruti Dev (Remington) instead of InScript for Hindi and Punjabi, so check before you practice.
Official Exam Rules for KPSC Kannada
- Test duration is 10 minutes.
- Minimum speed: 30 WPM in Kannada.
- Accuracy must be 95% or higher.
- Tunga, KGP InScript, or Nudi keyboard layout is used.
How to Prepare for KPSC Kannada
Kannada has complex characters with multiple ligatures, practice them specifically.
Learn the Nudi or KGP InScript layout, both are commonly used in KPSC exams.
Practice with administrative Kannada used in Karnataka state notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Kannada keyboard layout is used in KPSC?
Tunga, KGP InScript, and Nudi are the three most common. Check your specific notification to confirm.
Is 30 WPM in Kannada hard to achieve?
It requires regular practice for 4-6 weeks if you are starting from scratch, but is very achievable with daily practice.