Urdu Typing Test
Test your Urdu typing speed online. Works with English keys too, no Urdu keyboard needed.
Practice with your own Urdu text
Type a word, then press Space. The timer starts with your first letter. Esc stops early.
How to use the Urdu Typing Test
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Choose how you type
Use your own Urdu keyboard, or pick English keys (phonetic): each English key types the Urdu letter that sounds like it.
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Pick level and time
Basic words, harder words, full sentences, or your own text. Then 1 to 5 minutes or a custom time.
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Type word by word
Type the highlighted word and press Space. The timer starts with your first letter.
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Get your report
See your words per minute, accuracy and speed graph, then download or share your report.
No Urdu keyboard? No problem
Pick English keys (phonetic). Each English key types the Urdu letter that sounds like it: a = ا, b = ب, s = س. Hold Shift for the second letter on a key, for example Shift + t = ٹ.
How the score works
- WPM counts Urdu words you typed correctly, per minute.
- A word is checked when you press Space.
- Accuracy is the share of words that were right.
- Arabic-style letters like ي and ك are accepted.
Speeds to aim for
- 10 to 20 WPM: learning.
- 20 to 30 WPM: good, practical speed.
- 30 to 40 WPM: fast.
- 40+ WPM: professional Urdu typist.
Questions people ask
I do not have an Urdu keyboard. Can I still take the test?
Yes. Choose "English keys (phonetic)". Each English key types the Urdu letter that sounds like it, and the keyboard on screen shows you where every Urdu letter is.
How is Urdu typing speed counted?
We count the Urdu words you type correctly in one minute. A word is checked when you press Space. Wrong words do not count toward your speed.
What is a good Urdu typing speed?
Around 20 words a minute is a good practical speed. 30 is fast, and 40 or more is professional level, for example for composers and data entry jobs.
Can I practice with my own Urdu text?
Yes. Open "Practice with your own Urdu text", paste your text or upload a .txt file, and click Use this text. It stays in your browser only.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, with an Urdu keyboard on your phone, for example Gboard with Urdu added in its language settings.
Is there an English typing test too?
Yes. Try the English Typing Test on FRQ Tools to check your English typing speed.
Need an Urdu typing test for your institute?
Get the FRQ Urdu Typing Test as a WordPress plugin for your own site, or ask for a custom system with student logins and results.