Typing at school in Nigeria
Computer-based tests, including the JAMB UTME, mean students need to be at ease with a keyboard and mouse. Typing practice builds that confidence early, and the grade courses suit primary and secondary learners.
Typing tests for jobs in Nigeria
Banks, fintech, BPO and contact centres, and offices in Lagos and Abuja often test typing for admin, customer support and data entry roles. Remote freelance transcription and data entry work also starts with a typing test.
| Your net WPM | What it suits |
|---|---|
| Under 25 | Keep learning; take the touch typing course |
| 25 to 35 | School work and light computer use |
| 35 to 50 | Most office, admin and data entry jobs |
| 50 to 60 | Secretarial, PA and customer chat roles |
| 60 and up | Transcription and high-volume data entry |
More detail in What typing speed do you need for data entry and office jobs?
Improve your score
- New to typing? Start the touch typing course or find the right course for your age and goal.
- Try the Work and Office course.
- Practise 10 to 15 minutes a day and retest weekly.
- Teachers can set up a class and track every learner.
Whether you are in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan and Kano or anywhere else, all you need is a web browser and a keyboard. Lessons can be downloaded for practice without a connection.