How does the Online Punjabi Typing software work?

Type English phonetic words in the editor and press the Spacebar. The tool automatically transliterates it to the best matched Gurmukhi Unicode word using the Google API.

Does it perform English to Punjabi translation?

No — it performs transliteration, not translation. It changes the script based on pronunciation. For example, typing 'mera' gives you 'ਮੇਰਾ'. For translation, use our English to Punjabi Translation tool.

How do I type Adhak or Pairin Akkhar (Foot letters)?

The phonetic engine handles it naturally. For Adhak, use double letters (e.g., 'baccha' -> ਬੱਚਾ). For foot letters, type the sequence (e.g., 'pra' -> ਪ੍ਰ).

Is my typed content auto-saved?

Yes! The tool automatically saves your content to your browser's local storage. If your browser closes or crashes, your content will be retained.

Can I type Punjabi using my voice?

Yes — click the Mic button in the toolbar and speak in Punjabi. It utilizes the Web Speech API. For the best results, use Google Chrome.

Is my data private and secure?

Yes. All your typed content is stored locally in your browser's local storage. Nothing is uploaded to any server. Your work is completely private.

Can I use this tool for PSSSB exam preparation?

Yes, this tool outputs pure Raavi Unicode, which is required for PSSSB and Punjab Police exams. It is great for vocabulary, though exams require mastering the Raavi Inscript layout.

Does it work on mobile phones?

Yes! The tool is fully responsive and works on all modern mobile browsers. We recommend a desktop with Chrome for heavy editing.

What is the difference between Raavi and Asees font?

Raavi is the modern Unicode standard used across the web and smartphones natively. Asees is an older, non-Unicode layout used largely in legacy printing and typing tests.

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How to Use This English to Punjabi Phonetic Typing Software

Note: Transliteration ≠ Translation

This tool performs transliteration — it changes the script from Roman to Gurmukhi based on the sound. Typing "mera" will give you ਮੇਰਾ. It does not translate the meaning. For word-to-word translation, use our English to Punjabi Translation tool →

Click in the Editor: Click anywhere inside the text area above to activate the typing cursor.
Type in English: Spell out the Punjabi words exactly as they sound. For example, "sat sri akal" becomes ਸਤਿ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ, and "punjab" becomes ਪੰਜਾਬ.
Press Spacebar: Upon pressing the spacebar, the best matching Gurmukhi word will automatically replace your English text.
View Suggestions: If the default conversion isn't what you meant, press the Backspace key once to reveal up to 5 alternative spellings.
Voice Typing: Click the microphone button on the toolbar and speak clearly in Punjabi for hands-free dictated typing.
Export Your Work: Use the convenient buttons on the right side of the toolbar to export your text as a PDF or Word document.

Key Features of Our Online Punjabi Typing Tool

We designed this tool to be the most intuitive Punjabi typing software available online. Say goodbye to the steep learning curve of legacy Asees or Joy typewriter layouts:

Smart Phonetic Engine

No need to learn a difficult Gurmukhi keyboard layout. Simply type words as they sound in English, and our intelligent transliteration API converts them to pure Punjabi script instantly.

Punjabi Voice Typing

Dictate your thoughts naturally in Punjabi. Our tool utilizes the Web Speech API to provide highly accurate, real-time speech-to-text. (Works best on the Google Chrome browser).

Auto-Save Reliability

Never lose your work. Your text is automatically saved to your browser's local storage as you type. If your computer shuts down unexpectedly, your content will still be there.

One-Click Export

Done writing? Instantly export your typed Punjabi content as a professionally formatted PDF document or a Word (.doc) file for printing or official submission.

Built-in Rich Editor

Use our built-in rich text tools to bold, italicize, underline, or highlight your Gurmukhi text. Perfect for drafting structured reports, emails, or beautiful poetry.

Universal Raavi Unicode

Generates 100% pure Raavi Unicode text. Copy and paste your words anywhere — WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, MS Word, or PSSSB forms — without ever seeing broken square boxes.

What Can You Type with This Punjabi Typing Software?

Our free online Punjabi typing tool is highly versatile and trusted by students, professionals, and content creators alike:

Social Media & Messaging

Type heartfelt Punjabi messages for WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. Copy-paste Unicode text directly into any platform to connect with family.

Gurbani & Literature

Accurately type Gurbani quotes, religious texts, poetry (ਕਵਿਤਾ), and short stories (ਕਹਾਣੀਆਂ) with proper formatting and punctuation.

Govt Exam Preparation

Practice Punjabi vocabulary for PSSSB Clerk, Punjab Police Sub Inspector, PSPCL, and High Court exams. (Note: Actual exams require mastering Raavi Inscript).

Official Documents

Draft formal applications (ਅਰਜ਼ੀ), business letters, meeting notes, and official Punjab government correspondence easily.

Lyrics & Content Creation

Are you a YouTuber or musician? Quickly jot down Bhangra lyrics, video scripts, and social media captions in native Gurmukhi script.

Bilingual Office Work

Type a seamless mix of Punjabi and English. Unrecognized English terms pass through unchanged, perfect for modern bilingual communications.

Gurmukhi Alphabet — Script Overview

Punjabi is primarily written using the Gurmukhi script in India. Standardized by the second Sikh Guru, Guru Angad Dev Ji, it literally translates to "from the mouth of the Guru." The alphabet consists of 35 base letters (Penti Akhar), plus 6 additional modified letters:

Main Consonants (ਮੂਲ ਵਰਗ)

ੳ, ਅ, ੲ, ਸ, ਹ, ਕ, ਖ, ਗ, ਘ, ਙ, ਚ, ਛ, ਜ, ਝ, ਞ, ਟ, ਠ, ਡ, ਢ, ਣ, ਤ, ਥ, ਦ, ਧ, ਨ, ਪ, ਫ, ਬ, ਭ, ਮ, ਯ, ਰ, ਲ, ਵ, ੜ

Modified Consonants (ਨਵੀਨ ਵਰਗ)

ਸ਼, ਖ਼, ਗ਼, ਜ਼, ਫ਼, ਲ਼

Punjabi Numerals (ਗੁਰਮੁਖੀ ਗਿਣਤੀ)

English	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9
Punjabi	੦	੧	੨	੩	੪	੫	੬	੭	੮	੯

Note: Unlike English, Gurmukhi does not have separate uppercase and lowercase letters.

Punjabi Typing Keyboard Chart — Phonetic Layout

Our intelligent phonetic engine translates your English keystrokes into Gurmukhi automatically. Here is a basic mapping guide for beginners:

Type	Punjabi	Type	Punjabi	Type	Punjabi
k	ਕ	kh	ਖ	g	ਗ
gh	ਘ	ch	ਚ	chh	ਛ
j	ਜ	jh	ਝ	T / t	ਟ / ਤ
Th / th	ਠ / ਥ	D / d	ਡ / ਦ	N / n	ਣ / ਨ
p	ਪ	ph / f	ਫ	b	ਬ
bh / v	ਭ	m	ਮ	y	ਯ
r	ਰ	l	ਲ	R	ੜ
sh / S	ਸ਼	s	ਸ	h	ਹ
z	ਜ਼	x	ਕ੍ਸ਼	gya	ਗਿਆ

Pro tip: Case matters for retroflex vs. dental sounds! Use capital letters for hard sounds (Capital 'T' for ਟ, small 't' for ਤ, Capital 'R' for ੜ).

Laga Matra, Nasals & Pairin Akkhar (Foot Letters)

Gurmukhi has specific rules for nasal sounds and emphasized consonants. Our tool makes typing them incredibly simple:

Bindi (ਂ) & Tippi (ੰ): Used for nasal sounds. Simply use n or m. For example, punjab → ਪੰਜਾਬ, shant → ਸ਼ਾਂਤ.
Adhak (ੱ): Used to emphasize or double the consonant sound. Just type the consonant twice. For example, baccha → ਬੱਚਾ, kutta → ਕੁੱਤਾ.
Pairin Akkhar (Foot Letters): To place a letter at the foot (ਪੈਰ ਵਿਚ), type the consonants continuously. For example, pra → ਪ੍ਰ, swa → ਸ੍ਵ, padhaai → ਪੜ੍ਹਾਈ.
Vowels (Laga Matra): Vowels are attached automatically. e.g., kisan → ਕਿਸਾਨ, guru → ਗੁਰੂ.

Unicode (Raavi) vs Legacy (Asees / Joy) — What's the Difference?

Raavi Unicode (This Tool)

The global digital standard. Text typed in Raavi Unicode works perfectly on every phone, laptop, WhatsApp, Gmail, and Google Docs without needing font installation. The Punjab Government and PSSSB officially use the Raavi font standard.

Asees / Joy / AnmolLipi

These are older, legacy ANSI formats based on the typewriter layout. If you send an Asees document to someone who hasn't installed the font, they will only see English gibberish. It is outdated for web use.

Need to convert older legacy documents? Use our Asees to Unicode Converter →

Punjabi Typing for PSSSB & Punjab Government Exams

Cracking a Punjab government exam often requires passing a strict Punjabi typing test. Here is what you need to know:

Exam Tip

The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) strictly mandates the Raavi Unicode font with Inscript layout. While our phonetic tool is excellent for building vocabulary, you must practice on a proper Inscript layout to pass the actual 30 WPM speed test.

Exam / Department	Required Speed	Font Mandate
PSSSB Clerk / Data Entry	30 WPM (Punjabi)	Raavi Unicode
Punjab Police Sub Inspector	30 WPM	Raavi Unicode
Punjab & Haryana High Court	30 WPM	Raavi / Asees (varies)
PSPCL (LDC)	30 WPM	Raavi Unicode

Ready to test your speed for real exams? Try our layout-specific Punjabi Typing Speed Test →

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Type English phonetic words in the editor and press the Spacebar. The tool automatically fetches the best-matched Punjabi Unicode word using the Google API. It uses the same underlying technology as Google Input Tools, without requiring you to install browser extensions.

No — it performs transliteration, not translation. It changes the script, not the meaning. Typing 'kutta' gives you 'ਕੁੱਤਾ' based on the sound. For actual meaning translation, use our English to Punjabi Translation tool.

For Adhak (which doubles the consonant sound), simply type the English letter twice (e.g., 'baccha' -> ਬੱਚਾ). For Bindi/Tippi (nasal sounds), use 'n' or 'm' (e.g., 'shant' -> ਸ਼ਾਂਤ).

Yes! Click the green mic icon in the toolbar and speak clearly in Punjabi. It uses the Web Speech API to convert your speech to text. We highly recommend using the Google Chrome browser for voice typing.

You can find it right on this page in the "Punjabi Typing Keyboard Chart" section. It lists the phonetic mapping from English keystrokes to Gurmukhi characters.

Yes. All your typed content is stored locally in your browser's internal storage. Nothing is ever uploaded to any TypingBits server. Your documents are 100% private.

Yes and no. This tool outputs in pure Raavi Unicode, which is the correct font standard for PSSSB exams. However, this is a *phonetic* tool. Real PSSSB exams require you to type on the Raavi *Inscript* layout. Use this tool for vocabulary, but take speed tests on our layout-specific typing tutor.

Raavi is a modern Unicode font that works natively on all digital devices (phones, web browsers, WhatsApp). Asees is a legacy font that requires manual installation on the computer, otherwise, the text will appear as meaningless English characters.

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