Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published
the official notification for Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D'
Examination 2026 on 24th April 2026. The recruitment drive
aims to fill approximately 731 vacancies for Stenographer
Grade C (Group B Non-Gazetted) and Grade D (Group C) posts in various
Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India.
Eligible candidates with 12th pass and stenography
skills can apply online through the official SSC website ssc.gov.in from 24th
April 2026 to 15th May 2026.
All details regarding eligibility, qualification, age limit,
salary, selection process, application fee, and how to apply are provided
below.
Recruitment Overview – At a Glance
|
Feature |
Details |
|
Organization |
Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
|
Recruitment Name |
Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination 2026 |
|
Post Names |
Stenographer Grade C (Group B Non-Gazetted), Stenographer
Grade D (Group C) |
|
Total Vacancies |
Approximately 731 (Tentative) |
|
Application Mode |
Online Only |
|
Who Can Apply |
All India Candidates |
|
Notification Date |
24th April 2026 |
|
Apply Start Date |
24th April 2026 |
|
Apply Last Date |
15th May 2026 |
|
Official Website |
Note: Final vacancies per some sources: 232
Grade C + 1483 Grade D = 1715 (subject to confirmation). State/Zone-wise
vacancies are not collected by SSC.
Important Dates
|
Event |
Date |
|
Notification Release Date |
24th April 2026 |
|
Online Application Start Date |
24th April 2026 |
|
Last Date for Online Application |
15th May 2026 (23:00 Hrs) |
|
Last Date for Payment of Fee |
16th May 2026 (23:00 Hrs) |
|
Application Form Correction Window |
20th – 21st May 2026 (23:00 Hrs) |
|
Computer Based Exam (CBE) |
July – August 2026 (Tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 01.08.2026)
|
Post Name |
Educational Qualification |
|
Stenographer Grade C & D |
12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized
Board/University. Stenography skill is mandatory (tested in
Skill Test). |
Nationality
Candidates must be:
- Indian
citizen, OR
- Subject
of Nepal/Bhutan, OR
- Tibetan
refugee (arrived before 01.01.1962), OR
- Person
of Indian origin from specified countries (with eligibility certificate)
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
|
Category |
Grade C (Group B) |
Grade D (Group C) |
|
Minimum Age |
18 years |
18 years |
|
Maximum Age (UR) |
30 years |
27 years |
Age Relaxation
|
Category |
Grade C |
Grade D |
|
OBC (NCL) |
3 years |
3 years |
|
SC / ST |
5 years |
5 years |
|
PwBD (UR/EWS) |
10 years |
10 years |
|
PwBD (OBC-NCL) |
13 years |
13 years |
|
PwBD (SC/ST) |
15 years |
15 years |
|
Ex-Servicemen (Group C only) |
3 years after military service
deduction |
3 years after military service
deduction |
|
Central Govt. Civilian (3+ yrs service) |
Up to 40 years (45 for SC/ST) |
Up to 40 years (45 for SC/ST) |
Crucial Date: Candidates must be born not
before 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008 for Grade C (adjust
accordingly for Grade D).
Vacancy Details
|
Category |
Tentative Vacancies |
|
Stenographer Grade C |
Approximately 232 (subject to
confirmation) |
|
Stenographer Grade D |
Approximately 1483 (subject to
confirmation) |
|
Total |
Approximately 731 - 1715 (to
be updated on SSC website) |
Note: Exact post-wise and category-wise
vacancies will be updated on the SSC website. State/Zone-wise vacancies are not
collected by SSC. ESMs can apply only for Group C (Grade D).
Salary / Remuneration
|
Post |
Pay Scale |
Approximate CTC |
|
Stenographer Grade C |
Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
₹10-12 LPA (incl. DA, HRA, perks) |
|
Stenographer Grade D |
Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
₹6-8 LPA (incl. DA, HRA, perks) |
Additional Benefits: DA, HRA/quarters, TA,
medical facilities, PF, gratuity, pension, leave encashment, etc. as per
government rules.
Selection Process
|
Stage |
Details |
|
1. Computer Based Test (CBT) |
Objective type, 200 marks (Qualifying
in nature) |
|
2. Skill Test (Stenography) |
Qualifying only |
|
3. Document Verification |
By User Departments |
|
4. Final Merit List |
Based on CBT marks (category-wise, All
India basis) |
|
5. Pre-Employment Medical Exam |
Especially for BRO posts (with Physical
Efficiency Test) |
CBT Exam Pattern
|
Subject |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
|
General Intelligence & Reasoning |
50 |
50 |
|
General Awareness |
50 |
50 |
|
English Language & Comprehension |
100 |
100 |
|
Total |
200 |
200 |
Qualifying Marks in CBT:
|
Category |
Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|
UR |
30% |
|
OBC / EWS |
25% |
|
SC / ST / PwD |
20% |
Skill Test (Stenography) – Qualifying Only
|
Post |
Dictation Speed |
Duration |
Passing Marks |
|
Grade C |
100 wpm (English/Hindi) |
10 minutes |
40% (UR/EWS), 35% (Others) |
|
Grade D |
80 wpm (English/Hindi) |
10 minutes |
40% (UR/EWS), 35% (Others) |
Application Fees
|
Category |
Fee |
|
General / OBC (NCL) / EWS |
₹100/- |
|
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women |
No Fee (Exempted) |
Payment Mode: Online (BHIM UPI / Net Banking /
Credit Card / Debit Card)
Important Documents Required
Candidates must upload (and produce originals at Document
Verification):
- Recent
passport size photograph (live photo via webcam recommended)
- Signature
(10-20 KB JPEG)
- Matriculation
Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- 12th
Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Caste
Certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST) in GOI format
- EWS
Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD
Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman
Certificate (if applicable)
- NOC
(for existing Government/PSU employees)
- Valid
ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport)
- Scribe
Certificate (if applicable)
Important Instructions
- Read
the official notification carefully before applying.
- Ensure
eligibility – especially stenography skill, age, and educational
qualification as on 01.08.2026.
- Upload
clear photograph and signature (Aadhaar authentication recommended).
- Government/PSU
employees must submit NOC/undertaking.
- Keep
email ID and mobile number active throughout the process.
- Application
fee is non-refundable in any case.
- Posts
have All India Service Liability (AISL) .
- BRO
posts require physical/medical standards (males only for BRO Grade D).
- No
waiting list – sliding mechanism for FRTA as per SSC rules.
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit
the official SSC website: www.ssc.gov.in
- Complete
One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Log
in with your OTR credentials.
- Click
on the "Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination
2026" application link.
- Fill
the online application form carefully with all required details.
- Capture
live photo using a webcam (as per SSC guidelines).
- Upload
signature (10-20 KB, JPEG format).
- Pay
the application fee (if applicable) online.
- Review
all details before final submission.
- Submit
the application.
- Download
and take a printout of the submitted application form for future
reference.
- Use
the correction window (20-21 May 2026) if any changes are
needed (charges may apply).
Important Links
|
Description |
Link |
|
Official Notification PDF |
|
|
Apply Online |
CLICK HERE |
|
Official Website |
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