SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026

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Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 

Short Details of Notification 

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Important Dates

• Application Begin : 24/04/2026
• Last Date for Apply Online: 15/05/2026 upto 11:59 PM
• Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 16/05/2026 upto 23:00 PM
• Correction Date : 20/05/2026 to 21/05/2026 upto 23:00 PM
• CBT Exam Date : July - August 2026 (Tentative)
• Admit Card Available : To be announced
• Result Announced : To be announced

Application Fee

• General / OBC : ₹100/-
• EWS : ₹100/-
• SC / ST / Female : No Fee
• Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.

Age Limit & Selection Process

• Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 30 years for Grade C, 27 years for Grade D (as on 01/08/2026). Age relaxation applicable as per rules
• Selection Process: Computer Based Test (200 Marks) + Skill Test in Stenography (Qualifying Nature)

Vacancy Details - Total 731 (Tentative)

• Passed 12th Standard or equivalent from recognized Board/University
• Age: 18-30 Years as on 01/08/2026
• Skill in Stenography required

• Passed 12th Standard or equivalent from recognized Board/University
• Age: 18-27 Years as on 01/08/2026
• Skill in Stenography required

Salary & Pay Scale Details

• Stenographer Grade C: Level 6 – ₹35,400 - 1,12,400/- (7th Pay Commission)
• Stenographer Grade D: Level 4 – ₹25,500 - 81,100/- (7th Pay Commission)
• Additional Benefits: DA (Currently 50%), HRA (27% in X City), Medical, Travel Allowance, Pension, Group Insurance, and LTC facilities.
• Job Security: Central Government Employee Benefits with high stability, permanent status, and Promotion Opportunities.
• Career Growth: Regular promotions based on performance and departmental examinations, ➔ Steno Grade D ➔ Steno Grade C ➔ Private Secretary (PS) ➔ Senior Private Secretary (SPS)

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: Computer Based Examination (CBT).
• Total Questions: 200 Questions.
• Total Marks: 200 Marks.
• Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours).
• Negative Marking: 0.25 (1/4th) marks for each incorrect answer.
• Subject-wise Breakdown:
  • English Language & Comprehension: 100 Questions (Most Important)
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Questions
  • General Awareness: 50 Questions

Skill Test (Stage 2: Shorthand)

Candidates who qualify the written test must pass the Stenography test:

• Grade C: 100 Words Per Minute (w.p.m.) for 10 minutes.
• Grade D: 80 Words Per Minute (w.p.m.) for 10 minutes.
• Transcription: Candidates transcribe the dictation on a computer.

Exam Centers

• All India: Major Cities in All States (Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, etc.)
• Center Allocation: Based on Candidate's 1st, 2nd, 3rd Preference
• Candidates must choose centers anywhere in India

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