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The Judiciary Clerical Assessment Program (J-CAP) is currently accepting applications.

The State Clerical Assessment Program (S-CAP) not accepting applications. Please watch this page for future updates on the S-CAP.

How long does it take to receive a CAP score report?
My scores are low. May I retake the test?
When and where are the keyboard performance tests given?
What are the passing scores for typing, steno, and data entry
How often may I take the typing test/steno test/data entry test?
Why haven't I received any certification notices? I took the test six months ago.
Does the CSC notify you when your CAP scores have expired?

1. How long does it take to receive a CAP score report?
You will receive your written score in approximately six to eight weeks from your test date

2. My scores are low. May I retake the test?
The J-CAP exam may only be taken once a year. Therefore, you can only retake the test after your score’s expiration date.

3. When and where are the keyboard performance tests given?
At this time, performance tests are only given when required for a promotional exam. Performance tests are given, AFTER you have taken the written exam, at the following locations (by appointment only):

N.J. Training and Conference Center, Woolverton Avenue in Trenton
One-Stop Career Center, Mt. Ephraim Avenue in Camden
One-Stop Career Center, State Street in Hackensack

Please note: the CSC typing test is NOT required for titles associated with the J-CAP.

4. What are the passing scores for typing, steno, and data entry tests?
Typing is 40 wpm.
Steno is 70 wpm.
Data Entry is 97 kspm, with 6 or fewer errors.

5. How often may I take the typing test/steno test/data entry test?
For promotional exams or open competitive exams OTHER THAN CAP, one time only PER EXAMINATION SYMBOL. For S-CAP when it reopens, if you do not pass one of the 3 keyboard tests, you may try again in 90 days (another appointment is needed – call 609-292-6593). If you pass, your score is good permanently.

6. Why haven't I received any certification notices? I took the test six months ago?
It may be that your minimum salary requirement is higher than the salary for the vacancies for which you would have otherwise been eligible. Contact the CAP Team if you would like to lower your salary requirement for future vacancies. Another reason could be that there have been no vacancies for which you were eligible in the counties of NJ where you said you would be willing to work. We contact candidates in the order of their test scores.

7. Does the CSC notify you when your CAP scores have expired?
No, that date is provided on your score report.