Government of MP, by its order C3 – 15/ 2014/1/3 dated 26 February 2015 has recognized Computer Proficiency & Certification Test (CPCT) as mandatory eligibility criteria for positions in various Government departments, where working knowledge of computers and typing skill are basic job requirements.

Candidates looking for Government Jobs, are required to participate in CPCT Assessment and get their score card. This score card will be referred by Government sector recruiters to evaluate their computer & key board proficiencies and allied skills.

An eligible Candidate can apply and appear for CPCT any number of times to improve his/ her score / performance, if any.

If a Candidate is unable to attend the test after successful registration for whatsoever reason; such candidates can appear in the next exam. However, the candidate would have to reapply with fresh application and pay the required fees for the test.

The CPCT score card will be valid for 7 years from the Exam Date.

The minimum eligibility criteria to appear for CPCT is-

1) The candidate should have passed Higher Secondary or Polytechnic Diploma after 10th.

2) The candidate should have completed 18 years of age as on date of registration.

The CPCT test Fee for appearing on scheduled test date is Rs. 660/- (Rs. Six Hundred Sixty only).

The CPCT is assessed in two sections viz., Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) and Typing test (English & Hindi). Both the sections are mandatory to attempt.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) – This section will have 75 question from the syllabus that can be referred at CPCT Portal. All these question shall be attempted in 75 minutes.

MCQ on the following competencies-

1. Basic knowledge of Computer Operations

2. Familiarity with Computer Hardware and Software

3. Proficiency in general IT skills, such as Networking, Internet, Email etc.

4. Reading Comprehension Skills

5. Mathematical/ Reasoning Skills

6. General Awareness

Typing – This section will have paragraph(s) to type in respective language.

English Typing – This typing test will be available for 15 minutes. A mock test of 5 minutes will be provided prior to test. The score of Mock will not be included in the Score Card.

Hindi Typing – This typing test will be available for 15 minutes. A mock test of 10 minutes will be provided prior to test. The score of Mock will not be included in the Score Card.

Typing Test for the following competencies-

1. Typing in English Language

2. Typing in Hindi(Unicode) language

a. Remington(Gail) – Keyboard Layout

b. Inscript – Keyboard Layout

Total duration of Test including both section would be 150 Minutes (including 15 minutes of change over time). The MCQ Test paper will be available both in Hindi and English languages.

Candidate can choose his/her preference at the start of test. There will be no negative marking in the Test.