SSC Stenographer Recruitment for Grade C & D | 12th Pass Eligible

SSC Stenographer Recruitment has announced a job notification for the Across India locations. 12th Pass candidates can apply for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the specified deadline. The detailed eligibility criteria, application process, and registration information are provided below.

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SSC Stenographer Recruitment Drive 2026:

Educational Qualification (as on 1 August 2026):

• Candidates must have passed 12th standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University

SSC Stenographer 2026 – Age Limit  ( As on 01 August 2026):

• Stenographer Grade ‘C’: 18 to 30 years (candidates born not before 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008 are eligible to apply)
• Stenographer Grade ‘D’: 18 to 27 years (Candidates born not before 02.08.1999 and not later than 01.08.2006 are eligible to apply)

SSC Stenographer Selection Process 2026

The selection process will be based on a Computer-Based Mode Examination, Skill Test & Document Verification (DV).

Computer-Based Examination:

• Computer-Based Mode Examination (200 Marks) – 2 Hours
• Question paper will be of Objective Type Multiple Choice only. The questions will be set both in English & Hindi.
• There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Computer Based Examinatio
• Minimum qualifying marks in Computer Based Examination: UR: 30%; OBC/EWS: 25%; All Other Categories: 20%

Scheme of Examination:

Skill Test:

• The candidates who are shortlisted in the Computer Based Examination will be required to appear in the Skill Test for Stenography.
• The candidates will be given one dictation for 10 minutes in English or Hindi (as opted by the candidates in the online Application Form) at the speed of 100 words per minute (w.p.m.) for the post of Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and 80 w.p.m. for the post of Stenographer Grade ‘D’.
• Candidates who opt to take the Stenography Test in Hindi will be required to learn English Stenography and vice versa after their appointment, failing which their probation may not be cleared by appointing departments / Organizations
• The Skill Test will be held at the Commission’s Regional Offices or at other Centre(s) as may be decided by the Commission.

Document Verification (DV): 

• Document Verification (DV) will be conducted by the User Departments/Organizations after declaration of the final result.

SSC Stenographer Application Fee

• For General/ OBC/ EWS Candidates: Rs. 100/-
• For SC/ ST/ PwBD/ ESM/ Female Candidates: No fee 
• Mode of Payment: Online.

SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

How to Apply for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?

To apply for this Off Campus Drive, interested candidates must follow the procedure outlined below:

1. Click on the “Apply here” button provided below. You will be redirected to the official career page.
2. Click on “Apply”.
3. If you have not registered before, create an account.
4. After registration, log in and fill in the application form with all the necessary details.
5. Submit all relevant documents, if requested (e.g. resume, mark sheet, ID proof).
6. Verify that all the details entered are correct.
7. Submit the application form after verification.

If you face any issues while applying. Do let us know in the comment section.