If you are seeking a prestigious career
within the central government, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has
officially released the recruitment notification for Stenographer Grade 'C'
(Group B) and Grade 'D' (Group C) posts for the year 2026. For candidates
who have passed the 12th grade and possess stenography skills, this presents a
golden opportunity to secure a stable government job with an excellent pay
scale.
This comprehensive guide provides detailed
information regarding the SSC Stenographer 2026 recruitment, covering
eligibility criteria, the examination pattern, and the application process.
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Table
of Contents
1. Overview of SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026
2. Important Dates to Remember
3. Vacancy Details and Salary Structure
4. Eligibility Criteria
5. Selection Process and Exam Pattern
6. How to Apply Online
7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
8. Important Links
1. Overview of SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 {#overview}
The Staff Selection Commission has invited
applications to fill 731 tentative vacancies for stenographer grades C
and D. These positions are spread across various ministries, departments, and
organisations of the Government of India.
- Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Post Names: Stenographer Grade 'C' & Grade 'D'
- Total Vacancies: 731 (Tentative)
- Job Location: All India
2.
Important Dates to remember {#important-dates}
Candidates must adhere to the following
timeline to ensure their application is submitted successfully:
|
Event |
Date |
|
Notification
Release & Registration Start |
24
April 2026 |
|
Last
Date for Online Application |
15
May 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
|
Last
Date for Fee Payment |
16
May 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
|
Application
Correction Window |
20
- 21 May 2026 |
|
Computer-Based Exam (CBE) |
July
- August 2026 (Tentative) |
3.
Vacancy Details and Salary Structure {#vacancy-salary}
The number of vacancies has seen a shift
compared to the previous year, which had 1483 posts. For 2026, the 731 posts
are distributed between Grade C and Grade D.
- Stenographer Grade C: Recruitment is for Group B posts with a salary
at pay level 4.
- Stenographer Grade D: Recruitment is for Group C posts with a salary
at pay level 2.
4.
Eligibility Criteria {#eligibility}
To be eligible for the SSC Stenographer 2026
exam, candidates must meet the following requirements as of August 1, 2026:
A. Age Limit
- Grade C: 18 to 30 years.
- Grade D: 18 to 27 years old.
- Note: Age relaxation is applicable (3 years for
OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD).
B. Educational
Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or
an equivalent examination from a recognised board or university.
C. Stenography
Skills
- Grade C: Speed of 100 words per minute (wpm) in English or Hindi.
- Grade D: speed of 80 words per minute (wpm) in English or Hindi.
5.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern {#selection-exam}
The selection process consists of three major
stages:
1. Computer-Based Examination (Tier-I)
2. Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying)
3. Document Verification (DV)
Computer-Based
Exam Pattern
The exam consists of 200 objective-type
questions to be completed within a set duration.
|
Part |
Subject |
Questions |
Max
Marks |
|
I |
General
Intelligence & Reasoning |
50 |
50 |
|
II |
General
Awareness |
50 |
50 |
|
III |
English
Language & Comprehension |
100 |
100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS (30%), OBC (25%), and others (20%).
Stenography Skill
Test Details
Candidates who clear the CBE will be called
for the skill test.
- Grade C: 10 minutes of dictation + 40 minutes of transcription.
- Grade D: 10 minutes of dictation + 50 minutes of transcription.
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6.
How to Apply Online {#how-to-apply}
Eligible candidates should follow these steps
on the official SSC portal:
1. One-Time Registration (OTR): Visit ssc.gov.in and complete your OTR if you
haven't already.
2. Login:
Use your credentials to log in and select "Stenographer Grade 'C' &
'D' Examination 2026".
3. Fill in Application: Enter personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload Documents: Upload a live photograph via webcam and a signature
(10-20 KB).
5. Pay Fee:
Pay the ₹100 application fee (exempted for
women, SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM).
6. Submit:
Print the final application for future reference.
7.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) {#faqs}
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the SSC
Stenographer 2026?
The last date to submit the online
application is 15 May 2026.
Q2: Is there any application fee?
Yes, the fee is ₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS
candidates. Women and reserved category candidates are exempted from this fee.
Q3: Can a 12th-grade student apply?
Yes, the minimum educational qualification is
a 12th-standard pass or equivalent.
Q4: What is the skill test requirement for
Grade C?
Candidates must be able to stenograph at a
speed of 100 wpm.
Important Links
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
- Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
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