GCC-TBC 30 WPM vs 40 WPM
Choose the speed named in your current requirement or notification. Use 30 WPM to build control or 40 WPM to sustain a faster pace without giving up accuracy.
30 WPM
Choose this track when 30 WPM is the stated requirement or when you are building a controlled baseline. The public English and Marathi exercises help you compare pace with character accuracy.
40 WPM
Choose this track when 40 WPM is the stated requirement. Practise at this tier only when the faster pace does not cause a sharp drop in clean reproduction.
English 50 / 60 WPM
These are separate GCC-TBC variants with their own official guidance. Review that guidance before relying on component or timing details.
Read speed together with accuracy
A WPM number without accuracy can hide poor reproduction. Use the browser practice to compare pace, correct characters and elapsed time, then increase the target only when the result remains controlled. Official scoring still depends on the current guidance for your exact variant.
Speed FAQs
What speeds is the GCC-TBC exam available in?
English is listed at 30, 40, 50 and 60 WPM, while Marathi and Hindi are listed at 30 and 40 WPM. Each higher-speed English variant has separate guidance.
Is there a 50 or 60 WPM GCC-TBC exam?
Yes, English 50 and 60 WPM variants have separate MSCE guidance. Their component pattern must not be inferred from the 30/40 WPM guidelines.
Which speed should I choose — 30 or 40?
Choose the speed stated in the current notification or requirement you are following. If you are comparing readiness, use timed practice to check whether you can sustain the target pace without a large accuracy drop.
Is 40 WPM hard to reach?
The gap depends on your current technique and accuracy. Establish a timed baseline, practise consistently, and compare both pace and correct characters rather than assuming a fixed preparation timeline.
Does WPM differ between Marathi and English typing?
The required tier is the same number, but Devanagari (Marathi/Hindi) typing uses a different keyboard layout (e.g. Remington), so your comfortable speed may differ from English. Practise in the exact language and layout you will be examined in.