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| SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026: Official Notification for 731 Vacancies. |
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with stenography skills to secure a Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted) or Group 'C' government job across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India.
SSC Stenographer Recruitment Details
The Commission is looking to fill approximately 731 tentative vacancies. The recruitment process involves a Computer-Based Examination followed by a mandatory Skill Test in Stenography.
- Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Posts: Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and Stenographer Grade ‘D’
- Total Vacancies: Approx. 731 (Tentative)
- Job Location: All India Service Liability (AISL)
- Application Mode: Online only via ssc.gov.in
Important Dates for SSC Stenographer Recruitment
- Start Date for Online Applications: 24th April 2026
- Last Date for Online Applications: 15th May 2026 (23:00 hrs)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 16th May 2026 (23:00 hrs)
- Correction Window: 20th May to 21st May 2026
- Computer Based Examination Schedule: July – August 2026
Essential Educational Qualifications
To be eligible for the SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria as of 01.08.2026:
- Education: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- Skill Requirement: Only those candidates who possess stenography skills are eligible to apply.
- Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026):
- Stenographer Grade ‘C’: 18 to 30 years.
- Stenographer Grade ‘D’: 18 to 27 years.
- Note: Standard age relaxations apply for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates.
Scheme of Examination
The selection process consists of an objective-type Computer Based Examination (CBE). The examination features a sectional timer for each part as detailed below:
Part I: General Intelligence & Reasoning
50 Questions | 50 Marks | 30 Minutes
Part II: General Awareness
50 Questions | 50 Marks | 30 Minutes
Part III: English Language & Comprehension
100 Questions | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes
Total Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes).
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Indicative Syllabus
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, space visualization, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, visual memory, relationship concepts, and arithmetical reasoning.
- General Awareness: Current events, History, Culture, Geography, Economic scene, General Polity, and Scientific Research.
- English Language & Comprehension: Vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, and writing ability.
Skill Test in Stenography
Candidates shortlisted in the CBE must appear for the Skill Test (Qualifying in nature):
- Dictation: 10 minutes in English or Hindi.
- Speed for Grade ‘C’: 100 words per minute (w.p.m.).
- Speed for Grade ‘D’: 80 words per minute (w.p.m.).
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Login and click "Apply" under Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination-2026.
- Capture a live photograph and upload a scanned signature (10–20 KB).
- Pay the fee of ₹100 (Exempted for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM).
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