Short Information : Staff Selection Commission (SSC) invites online applications for Stenographer Grade 'C' and 'D' Examination 2026. Apply online from 24 April 2026 to 15 May 2026 (11 PM). The exam will be held in July/August 2026. Candidates must have passed 10+2 and possess stenography skills. Read full notification for syllabus, exam pattern, skill test details, and eligibility.
📅 Important Dates
Online Application Start24 April 2026
Last Date to Apply15 May 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment16 May 2026 (23:00 hrs)
Correction Window (with charges)20 – 21 May 2026
CBT Exam DateJuly – August 2026
Admit Card ReleaseBefore exam (to be notified)
💰 Application Fee & Correction Charges
General / OBC / EWS₹100
SC / ST / Women / Ex-Servicemen₹0 (Exempted)
Correction Charges (1st time)₹200
Correction Charges (2nd time)₹500
Payment ModeDebit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, E-Challan
👤 Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
Stenographer Grade 'C'18 to 30 years (born between 02.08.1996 – 01.08.2008)
Stenographer Grade 'D'18 to 27 years (born between 02.08.1999 – 01.08.2008)
RelaxationSC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10-15 years, ESM: 3 years etc. (see notice)
📊 Vacancy Details – Total : 731 (Tentative)
| Post Name | Grade | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer | Grade 'C' | 10+2 (Intermediate) pass from a recognized board. Stenography skill required. Skill test: Dictation 100 w.p.m. (Grade C) / 80 w.p.m. (Grade D) |
| Stenographer | Grade 'D' |
Note: Tentative vacancies are 731. Actual vacancies may vary. Candidates can apply for one or both grades as per preference.
🎓 Educational Qualification (as on 01.08.2026)
- Must have passed 12th Standard (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination in 2026 are also eligible, but must produce proof of passing at time of document verification.
- Stenography skills are mandatory (skill test will be conducted).
✍️ Computer Based Examination (CBT) Pattern
| Part | Subject | No. of Qs | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 hours (with sectional timer of 30 min each for Part I & II, 60 min for Part III) Extra time for PwBD candidates as per norms. |
| II | General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| III | English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
- All questions are objective (MCQs).
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Questions will be set in English & Hindi (except English Language paper).
- Normalization applied if exam conducted in multiple shifts.
🎙️ Skill Test (Stenography) – Qualifying in Nature
| Post | Dictation Speed | Language | Transcription Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade 'C' | 100 w.p.m. | English / Hindi (as opted) | English: 40 min, Hindi: 55 min |
| Stenographer Grade 'D' | 80 w.p.m. | English / Hindi (as opted) | English: 50 min, Hindi: 65 min |
Note: Transcription will be done on computer. Candidates opting Hindi in skill test will have to learn English stenography after appointment (and vice versa).
📝 How to Apply – Online Process
- First, complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on SSC new website https://ssc.gov.in.
- After OTR, log in and apply for “Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination 2026”.
- Live Photograph Capture: Photo will be taken live via webcam / SSC mobile app (no pre-existing photo allowed). Ensure light background, frontal view, no cap/glasses.
- Upload scanned signature (10-20 KB, JPEG, dimension approx 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm).
- Choose post preferences (Grade C, Grade D, or both).
- Select three exam centres in order of priority.
- Pay fee (if applicable) online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit card.
- Submit form and take printout.
- Correction window available on 20-21 May 2026 with correction charges (₹200 first time, ₹500 second time).
Important: Candidates who do not wish to use Aadhaar authentication can upload name proof, DOB proof, address proof, photo and gender proof during OTR. Otherwise, Aadhaar based authentication is recommended.
⚠️ Important Instructions (As per Official Notice)
- Vacancies are tentative and may change. Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM as per Govt. rules.
- Only online applications accepted. No need to send hard copy to SSC.
- Multiple applications by same candidate will lead to rejection.
- Name, parent’s name, date of birth must match Matriculation certificate exactly.
- PwBD candidates can avail scribe and compensatory time (20 min per hour) as per para 7 of notice.
- Skill test is mandatory and qualifying; final merit based on CBT marks.
- Selected candidates have All India Service Liability (AISL).
- Proxy attendance, unfair means, impersonation will lead to debarment as per rules.
- For any difficulty, contact SSC helpline: 1800 309 3063 (Toll Free) or respective Regional Offices.
⏳ Last Date : 15 May 2026 (11:00 PM)
Disclaimer: All information is based on official SSC Notice for Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination 2026. Candidates must read the full detailed notification available on ssc.gov.in before applying.