Description
2. Course Duration
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Total Duration: 6 months to 1 year (varies by institute)
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Mode of Study: Full-time/Part-time/Online
3. Eligibility Criteria
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Minimum 10th/12th pass (depending on institute requirements)
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Basic knowledge of English and regional language (for typing)
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No age limit in most cases (some government institutes may have age restrictions)
4. Syllabus & Key Subjects
The course typically covers:
A. Clerical Skills
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Office procedures & documentation
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Filing systems & record management
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Business correspondence (letters, emails, reports)
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Basic accounting & bookkeeping
B. Typing Skills
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English Typing (speed & accuracy)
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Regional Language Typing (Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, etc., depending on location)
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Typing speed targets (e.g., 30-40 WPM for English, 25-30 WPM for regional language)
C. Computer Fundamentals
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MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Internet & email usage
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Data entry & database basics
D. General Knowledge & Communication
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Basic arithmetic & reasoning
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Office etiquette & communication skills
5. Certification & Assessment
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Exams: Practical typing tests + written exams
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Minimum Passing Criteria: Usually 40-50% marks
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Certificate Awarded By: Government/Private Institute (varies)
6. Career Opportunities
After completing the course, candidates can apply for:
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Government Jobs: Clerk, Data Entry Operator, Typist (state & central govt. exams)
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Private Sector Jobs: Office Assistant, Receptionist, Back-Office Executive
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Banking Sector: Clerk, Typist, Data Entry Operator
7. Fees Structure
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Government Institutes: ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 (approx.)
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Private Institutes: ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 (approx.)
8. Institutes Offering This Course
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Government ITIs & Vocational Training Centers
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Private Typing & Computer Institutes
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Online Platforms (for basic typing & clerical training)
9. Benefits of the Course
✔ Short-term & affordable
✔ Improves employability in government & private jobs
✔ Enhances typing speed & office management skills
10. How to Apply?
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Check local ITIs/vocational training centers
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Apply online/offline with required documents (10th/12th marksheet, ID proof)




