Type in Kannada
Type in English and instantly convert to Kannada with our smart transliteration tool.
English → Kannada
Quick Type Mode
Enable auto-conversion for faster typing. Just press space to convert words instantly.
Smart Suggestions
Get intelligent word suggestions as you type. Choose the best match for accurate transliteration.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Use Tab and arrow keys to navigate between suggestions quickly and efficiently.
Getting Started:
- 1. Start typing in English
- 2. See the Kannada text appear as you type
- 3. Press Space to see transliteration options
- 4. Use Tab or arrow keys to choose from suggestions
How to Type in Kannada Online
Our English to Kannada typing tool converts your English keyboard input into Kannada script (ಕನ್ನಡ ಲಿಪಿ) in real-time using transliteration. Type Kannada words phonetically - for example, "namaskara" becomes "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" and "dhanyavaadagalu" becomes "ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು". Kannada script has 49 letters and uses compound consonants called "ottakshara" (ಒತ್ತಕ್ಷರ). The script's rounded character shapes are distinctive to Karnataka. The tool handles all vowel matras and consonant clusters automatically. Kannada is the official language of Karnataka and is widely used in Bengaluru - India's technology capital.
About Kannada
- Native name: ಕನ್ನಡ
- Script: Kannada script
- Speakers: 50 million
- Regions: Karnataka (India)
- Language family: Dravidian
Kannada Character Reference
Type these English letters to get the corresponding Kannada characters:
Who Uses Kannada Typing?
Government Typing Exam Guide - Kannada
Use this tool to build Kannada script familiarity, then practise on the exam-specific keyboard layout.
KPSC (Karnataka Public Service Commission)
Karnataka Public Service Commission
KGP (Karnataka Government Phonetic) or Nudi layout
30 words per minute
KPSC First Division Assistant, Second Division Assistant, and similar posts require Kannada typing at 30 WPM. Karnataka government offices use the Nudi software with KGP keyboard layout. Build script familiarity here, then practise on Nudi.
KPSC Second Division Assistant (SDA)
Karnataka Government Departments
Nudi KGP layout
35 words per minute
SDA posts may require higher speeds (35 WPM). The Nudi font system is Karnataka's official Kannada typing platform. The KGP layout is phonetic, similar to our tool - learning on this tool transfers well to Nudi KGP.
BBMP / Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike
Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike
Nudi / Inscript
25 words per minute
BBMP clerical posts require Kannada typing. Bangalore's municipal government uses Kannada for official documentation. Speed requirements vary by post.