Staff Selection Commission Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026
Job Description & Details
SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026
Staff Selection Commission has released an official employment notification for the recruitment of 731 tentative vacancies for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group B, Non-Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade ‘D’ (Group C) posts in various Ministries, Departments, and Government organizations across India. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the official SSC recruitment portal.
Vacancy Details
Name of Exam: Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026
Total Posts: 731 (Tentative)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed 12th standard (Higher Secondary) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Female Candidates: Nil
Payment can be made through:
BHIM UPI
Net Banking
Debit/Credit Card
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Computer Based Examination (CBE)
Skill Test in Stenography
Document Verification
Exam Pattern
The Computer Based Examination will include:
General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Awareness
English Language & Comprehension
Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions
Questions available in English & Hindi
Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
Skill Test
Candidates qualifying in CBT will appear for Stenography Skill Test.
Dictation Speed:
Grade C: 100 words per minute
Grade D: 80 words per minute
Important Dates
Starting Date of Online Application: 24 April 2026
Last Date of Online Application: 15 May 2026
Application Correction Window: 20–21 May 2026
Computer Based Examination: July–August 2026
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the SSC official website by completing registration, filling the application form, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee.
Eligibility Criteria
Pay Scale & Salary Details
Salary figures are indicative. Refer to the official notification for exact pay, allowances and terms.