Everything you need to set up Punjabi typing on your computer
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Good News: Raavi font comes pre-installed on Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11. You may not need to download it!
If Raavi font is not working on your system, you can download it here:
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Use our virtual keyboard on the typing test page to see the layout
The Raavi keyboard follows the Inscript layout, which is standard for Indian languages.
Quick reference for typing special Punjabi characters:
Raavi is a Unicode font for the Punjabi language using the Gurmukhi script. It was developed by Microsoft and has been included in Windows operating systems since Windows XP. The name "Raavi" comes from the Ravi River, one of the five rivers that give Punjab its name.
Problem: When typing in Punjabi, pressing number keys shows characters instead of numbers.
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Problem: Punjabi text appears as empty boxes (□) or question marks.
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Problem: Punjabi language not available in keyboard settings.
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Problem: Addak (ੱ) appears separately instead of above the letter.
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Problem: Keys produce different characters than expected.
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The Inscript (Indian Script) keyboard layout is a standardized layout for Indian language typing. It was designed by the Government of India and is used for all official typing tests.
Yes, Raavi is included with Windows and is free to use. It's pre-installed on Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11. You don't need to download it separately in most cases.
Android and iOS have built-in Punjabi keyboards (Gboard, SwiftKey support Punjabi). However, the layout is different from computer keyboards. For exam practice, use a computer.
Some websites use legacy fonts (Asees, Joy) instead of Unicode. The text appears correctly only if you have those specific fonts installed. Our website uses Unicode which works on all systems.
Both are Unicode fonts for Punjabi. Nirmala UI is the default UI font in Windows 10/11, while Raavi is the traditional font. For typing tests, "Raavi" is specified. Both render Punjabi correctly.
Press Shift + 1 on the Punjabi Raavi keyboard. Ik Onkar is a sacred Sikh symbol meaning "One God" and is commonly used in religious texts.
Make sure Num Lock is ON. If using a laptop without numpad, try the top row numbers.
Reinstall the font and restart your computer. Make sure no other Punjabi font is conflicting.
Press Win + Space to cycle through keyboards. Make sure Punjabi is added in Language settings.
Now that your keyboard is set up, start practicing with our free typing tests and PSSSB exam simulator.