SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026 – Complete Guide

• By RIMARO COACHING AND CAREER INSTITUTE
• April 29, 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026, offering a great opportunity for candidates skilled in stenography to secure a government job in various ministries and departments.

This blog covers important dates, eligibility, vacancies, exam pattern, application process, and more.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 24 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 15 May 2026 (23:00 hrs)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 May 2026
• Application Correction Window: 20–21 May 2026
• Computer-Based Exam: July–August 2026

Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: Approximately 731 posts
• Final vacancy details will be updated on the official SSC website.

Posts Offered

• Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group B, Non-Gazetted)
• Stenographer Grade ‘D’ (Group C)

These posts are available in various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations.

Educational Qualification

• Must have passed Class 12 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board
• Qualification must be completed on or before 01 August 2026

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)

• Grade C: 18 to 30 years
• Grade D: 18 to 27 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD: Up to 15 years
• Ex-Servicemen & others: As per government rules

Nationality

Candidates must be:

• Citizen of India, OR
• Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, OR
• Person of Indian origin from specified countries

Application Fee

• General/OBC: ₹100
• SC/ST/Women/PwBD/ESM: Exempted

Selection Process

The selection will be done in two stages:

1.Computer-Based Examination (CBE)

Section	Questions	Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50
General Awareness	50	50
English Language & Comprehension	100	100

• Total: 200 Questions, 200 Marks
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

Skill Test (Stenography)

• Dictation for 10 minutes
• Speed requirement:
  • Grade C: 100 words per minute
  • Grade D: 80 words per minute

Transcription Time:

Post	Language	Time
Grade D	English	50 mins
Grade D	Hindi	65 mins
Grade C	English	40 mins
Grade C	Hindi	55 mins

Exam Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies, coding-decoding, series, problem-solving

General Awareness

• Current affairs, history, geography, polity, economy

English Language

• Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, sentence correction

How to Apply

• Apply online through SSC official website
• Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
• Fill application form and upload:
  • Photograph (live capture)
  • Signature
• Pay application fee (if applicable)

Application Correction Facility

• Candidates can edit their application twice
• Charges:
  • ₹200 (1st correction)
  • ₹500 (2nd correction)

Important Tips for Candidates

• Apply early to avoid last-minute issues
• Ensure correct details and documents
• Practice stenography speed regularly
• Focus on English and General Awareness
• Be careful while selecting exam centers

Exam Centres

SSC will conduct the exam across India including:

• Guwahati, Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, etc.

Document Verification

Candidates must provide:

• 10th & 12th certificates
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• ID proof
• Other relevant documents

Final Words

The SSC Stenographer 2026 exam is a golden opportunity for 12th-pass candidates to enter government service. With around 731 vacancies, proper preparation and strategy can help you secure a stable and prestigious job.

Start preparing early, especially for:

• Typing & stenography speed
• English language skills
• Current affairs

Official Website	https://ssc.gov.in/
Apply Link	https://ssc.gov.in/login
Official Notification	Notice_of_adv_steno_2026.pdf
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