SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 731 Posts

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has recently made public the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Notification 2026 that details 731 Staff Selection Board vacancies for the Indian citizens, who are ready to perform the job of a stenographer, at various levels. Candidates applying for Stenographer Grade C and D should satisfy the eligibility criteria and may submit their online applications from April 24, 2026 to May 15, 2026. This job opening is a gateway to a permanent government job that not only offers a central government job with a wide range of benefits but also provides tremendous career advancement opportunities and job security. The recruitment process starts with a Computer Based Examination (CBE) and the Stenography Test which is followed by the appointment of the candidates as Stenographer Grade C (Group B Non-Gazetted) or Stenographer Grade D (Group C) at different locations in India for various ministries/departments.

About Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is an esteemed government body working under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions. This commission has been set up to make appointments for different posts within ministries, departments and subordinates offices of the Government of India. Every year, SSC conducts several competitive examinations in order to recruit competent candidates in government jobs. It plays a significant role in maintaining a well-qualified workforce in the nation.

Available Positions for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026

• SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’: Post in Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2016
• Stenographer Grade ‘D’: Post in Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted for Stenography Jobs.
• Number of Total Approximate Vacancies: About 731 vacancies as per SSC Grade C and D Notification.

Key Dates to Remember

• Online Application Start Date: April 24, 2026
• Last Date to Submit Online Application: May 15, 2026 (11:00 PM)
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: May 16, 2026 (11:00 PM)
• Application Form Correction Window: May 20, 2026 to May 21, 2026 (11:00 PM)
• Computer-Based Examination (CBE): July–August 2026

Qualification Criteria for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026

Age Limitations

• Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Range: 18 to 30 years as of August 01, 2026.
• Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Range: 18 to 27 years as of August 01, 2026.

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD (Unreserved/EWS): 10 years
• PwBD (OBC): 13 years
• PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of military service
• Defence Personnel Disabled in Hostilities: 3 years (8 years for SC/ST)
• Central Government Civilian Employees: Up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST)

Application Fee Details

• General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100/-
• SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women: Exempted
• Mode of Payment: Online (BHIM UPI/Net Banking/Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay Debit Cards)

Recruitment Procedure for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026

The examination for the SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026 for Central Govt. jobs will have two phases:

Computer-Based Examination (CBE)

• General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Qs (50 Marks)
• General Awareness: 50 Qs (50 Marks)
• English Language & Comprehension: 100 Qs (100 Marks)
• Duration: 2 hours (2 hours 40 mins for scribe-eligible candidates)
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

Skill Test in Stenography

• Grade C: 100 wpm dictation (10 mins)
  • Transcription Time: 40 mins (English) / 55 mins (Hindi)
  • For Scribe-Eligible: 55 mins (English) / 75 mins (Hindi)
• Grade D: 80 wpm dictation (10 mins)
  • Transcription Time: 50 mins (English) / 65 mins (Hindi)
  • For Scribe-Eligible: 70 mins (English) / 90 mins (Hindi)

Remuneration Details

• Stenographer Grade C: Pay Level 6
• Stenographer Grade D: Pay Level 4

Preparation of SSC Stenographer Exam: Best Books

To crack the SSC Stenographer Exam, a systematic approach is needed. Here are some of the best books to prepare for the SSC Stenographer Syllabus:

• General Intelligence & Reasoning:
  • Modern Approach to Verbal & Non Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal
  • Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma
• General Awareness:
  • Lucent’s General Knowledge
  • Manorama Yearbook
• English Language & Comprehension:
  • Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi
  • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
• Stenography Practice:
  • Stenography Manual by SSC Publications
  • Pitman Shorthand (for English stenography practice)

Significance of the Preparation of the Past Year Papers

Solving past year papers is very important for the SSC Stenographer Exam. It helps candidates:

• Familiarise with the SSC Stenographer Exam Pattern and types of questions.
• Improve time management skills.
• Recognise and work on areas of weakness.
• Build exam experience by practising in a simulated environment.

Submission Process for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website at https://ssc.gov.in/
• Go to Notice Board for the post of “Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ Examination, 2026“.
• Login into the SSC official website via OTR facility with necessary information.
• Provide your Registration Number and Password then click on “Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026” under Live Exams.
• Supply relevant data such as educational qualifications, choice of post and examination center together with other documents if needed.
• Pay the required application fees through BHIM UPI, Net Banking or Debit card.
• Carefully review the information filled in the application form before making final submission.
• Click on the “Submit Application Form” button after that take a printout of the application form.
• Admit Card will be available on the SSC website ten days prior to the examination date.

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