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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 731 vacancies for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts across various Union Ministries and Departments. Candidates who have passed the 12th Standard and possess stenography skills are eligible to apply for Stenographer Recruitment 2026. The official notification number is F. No.: E/13/2026-C-2 dated 24th of April 2026. We strongly advise candidates to read this article carefully and review the official notification before applying online to ensure they meet all specific departmental requirements.

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Quick Summary of SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026

About SSC.Gov.in

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a premier recruiting body under the Government of India. Its mission is to recruit a high-quality workforce for various Ministries and Departments through transparent and merit-based competitive examinations. The Commission strives for gender balance, and woman candidates are highly encouraged to apply. For this recruitment, the process is led by the Under Secretary to the Govt. of India at the SSC Headquarters in New Delhi.

Important Dates Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’

Staying updated with the timeline is crucial as the SSC follows a strict schedule. Missing the fee payment or correction window can lead to immediate disqualification. Given the high volume of applicants from cities like Delhi, Prayagraj, and Kolkata, we recommend completing your registration well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.

Vacancy Details & Salary SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026

The current vacancy count is tentative and likely to increase as departments report their requirements. Candidates will be posted in various cadres including CBIC, CBDT, and DoPT.

Eligibility Criteria SSC Steno Vacancy 2026

To qualify for the SSC Stenographer position, candidates must meet the following criteria regarding education and age as of the specified cut-off dates.

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University as of the 1st of August 2026.
• Stenography Skills: Applicants must possess the mandatory skill of stenography to be eligible.
• Age Limit (As of 1st of August 2026):
  • Grade ‘C’: 18 to 30 years (Born between 2nd of August 1996 and 1st of August 2008).
  • Grade ‘D’: 18 to 27 years (Born between 2nd of August 1999 and 1st of August 2008).
• Age Relaxation: Standard relaxations apply (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10-15 years, ESM: 3 years after service deduction).

SSC Stenographer 2026 Notification – Points to take note of

This exam is not for mass applicants because it requires a specialized technical skill: stenography. While the educational requirement is only a 12th-grade pass, your shorthand speed and accuracy matter significantly more than your academic percentage. The competition in the written phase is intense, but the real filter is the Skill Test, where many fail to meet the required 80-100 w.p.m. standards. Current recruitment trends show a shift toward Computer-Based Testing with sectional timers, meaning time management is now as important as knowledge. If you do not already know shorthand, this is a difficult entry point, but for trained stenographers, it is one of the fastest routes to a Central Government Group B or C job.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026

Competition will be high due to limited seats and the specialized nature of the exam. The Computer-Based Examination (CBE) will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions.

1. General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Questions (50 Marks).
2. General Awareness: 50 Questions (50 Marks).
3. English Language and Comprehension: 100 Questions (100 Marks).

• Total Duration: 2 Hours with a sectional timer (30 mins for Parts I & II, 60 mins for Part III).
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Selection Process SSC Stenographer 2026 Notification

The selection is multi-tiered, ensuring both academic and technical proficiency.

1. Computer Based Examination: Merit list will be prepared based on normalized scores.
2. Skill Test in Stenography: Qualifying nature; Grade ‘C’ at 100 w.p.m. and Grade ‘D’ at 80 w.p.m..
3. Document Verification (DV): Conducted by the User Departments after final results.

Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid through online modes like BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Cards.

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹100.
• Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM: ₹0 (Exempted).

How to Apply for SSC Recruitment 2026

The application process has moved to the new SSC website. Old OTR (One-Time Registration) credentials will not work.

1. Visit the new official portal: https://ssc.gov.in.
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing personal details, Aadhaar, and creating a password.
3. Login using your new Registration Number and Password.
4. Navigate to the “Live Exam” tab and click on Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination-2026.
5. Capture a live photograph using the application module (Ensure plain background and no spectacles).
6. Upload your scanned signature (10 to 20 KB).
7. Pay the fee (if applicable) and submit the application.
8. Print and save the application for your records.

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